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The Biden administration intends to mandate that all new cars and trucks come equipped with pedestrian-collision avoidance systems featuring automatic emergency braking technology by the end of 2030. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg disclosed this in an interview, asserting it will decrease pedestrian fatalities which have been on the rise since the pandemic era began.…
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A government watchdog organization called OpenTheBooks has accused HomeRise, a San Francisco homelessness nonprofit group that receives $240 million in funding from taxpayers annually, of being “careless and irresponsible” with public funds. The report by the watchdog found evidence of misused funds and practices that heightened fraud risks at HomeRise, which runs 1,500 units…
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Casino-goers were left stunned as heavy rainfall caused water to pour from the ceiling at Las Vegas’ Harrah’s Casino. Footage shared on social media shows rainwater leaking through the roof, drenching nearby slot machines and causing chaos for patrons. Meanwhile in Atlantic City, a lawsuit has been filed by the United Auto Workers union…
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Former President Donald Trump’s apparent reconciliation with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis following their bitter primary competition may bode well for his fundraising efforts during this year’s presidential campaign, particularly if he secures support from the popular Republican governor. This could have significant implications in 2028 as it would disqualify Trump from seeking another term…
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The proposed revision by the US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to combine race and ethnicity into one question for the 2030 Census has sparked mixed reactions from scholars, thinkers, activists, journalists, media professionals, marketers, and policy makers. While some support this change as a significant step towards addressing historical misclassifications of people…
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Oklahoma City authorities revealed on Tuesday that a 10-year-old boy discovered his entire family, including both parents and three brothers, fatally shot in their home the previous day. Police believe Jonathan Candy, aged 42, killed his wife Lindsay Candy, sons Dylan Candy (aged 18), Ethan Candy (aged 14) and Lucas Candy (aged 12), before…
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Israel’s ongoing conflict with Iran, frequent Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries, and OPEC’s decision to limit supply have sparked concerns of a spike in gas prices that could negatively impact the US economy and contribute to inflation. However, despite these alarming developments, average gasoline costs across America currently stand at $3.66 per…
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HSBC has announced the unexpected departure of Group Chief Executive Officer Noel Quinn after nearly five years at the helm. In a statement issued by the bank, Quinn expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead the organisation, saying he never imagined starting his career with HSBC over 37 years ago would eventually result in…
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In an article published by CNN, Dr. Jacob Weasel shares his experience climbing Mount Everest last May after months of training and conditioning. However, as soon as he arrived on the mountain, he discovered that his fitness was no match for the lack of oxygen available at such high altitudes. Climbers aiming to summit…
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Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes made a special appearance on Monday Night Raw, alongside U.S champion Logan Paul and popular streamer IShowSpeed. During the show, which was held in Kansas City itself, Mahomes lent a hand to Paul when Jey Usō got brutally beaten up by Finn Balor and J.D McDonagh. As Balor…