The Supreme Court, in a narrow 5-4 decision, has granted an emergency request from the Biden administration to allow Border Patrol agents to cut through or move razor wire that Texas had installed on the U.S.-Mexico border. The wire had been put in place by Texas Governor Gregg Abbott as part of an effort to…
On January 22, 2024, Storm Isha caused severe disruption in Northern Ireland, leading to thousands of homes without power. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) reported impassable roads and around 600 calls related to the storm. As of 16:00 GMT on Monday, about 17,000 customers were still without electricity, with power being restored to…
Severe Storm Isha Leaves Thousands Without Power in the UK The recent storm Isha has caused severe damage across the UK, leaving thousands of people without power. Heavy rain and winds up to 99mph have impacted Scotland, Northern Ireland, north-west England, and Wales. Unfortunately, two people have lost their lives and many in remote areas…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a grand temple to Hindu god Ram in the flashpoint city of Ayodhya. The temple replaces a 16th-century mosque torn down by Hindu mobs in 1992, sparking riots in which nearly 2,000 people died. The inauguration, described as a historic occasion by Mr. Modi, has drawn criticism from…
Merrick Garland has agreed with the call for a ‘speedy’ Trump trial. A lawyer for E Jean Carroll has stated that Donald Trump’s infamous Access Hollywood tape from 2005 will not be put before the New York jury as they consider the amount of defamation compensation he must pay after being found liable for sexually…
More than 90 deaths have been reported in the United States due to severe winter storms over the past week, with Tennessee and Oregon being the hardest hit. Tens of thousands of people are without power as a result of the storms, and icy conditions are expected to persist for the next few days. The…
Four women were found dead in a home in Tinley Park, Illinois on Sunday, following a domestic shooting incident. The victims have been identified as Majeda Kassem, 53; Halema Kassem, 25; Hanan Kassem, 24; and Zahia Kassem, 25. The tragedy occurred in the 7400 block of West 173rd Street, where police responded to a 911…
Newton, Massachusetts – The ongoing strike by teachers in Newton has led to the closure of schools for students on Monday as negotiations between the teachers’ union and the city continue. This marks the third day of picketing by teachers, parents, and students in an effort to demand better pay and working conditions. The Newton…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and has endorsed Donald Trump. The surprising move has come ahead of the New Hampshire Republican primary where DeSantis was polling at single digits. Once considered a strong contender for the nomination, DeSantis stated that he did not see a clear path…
Residents in Metro Vancouver reported a strong burning smell on Sunday morning, which was traced back to the Parkland refinery in north Burnaby. The intense odor was particularly concentrated in East Vancouver and the adjoining area of north Burnaby, causing concern among local residents. Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services Assistant Chief Pierre Morin initially stated…
