Author: Gist It
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In his 1st White House visit, Rishi Sunak talks Ukraine, AI — and how to say his name
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits the White House for talks on Ukraine, AI, and to reset US-UK relations. Special relationship: Sunak aims to prove that post-Brexit UK remains an important US ally. * Sunak highlights UK’s contributions to Ukraine and NATO. * Former British ambassador Kim Darroch suggests that Sunak seeks to demonstrate restored […]
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How to stay safe from the smoke that’s spreading from the Canadian wildfires
Canadian wildfires are spreading smoke across parts of the US, causing concerns about the air quality and risks to health. Understanding the risks: Wildfire smoke contains particulate matter (PM), tiny solid and liquid droplets that can be harmful to human health. * Larger particulate matter (PM 10) can irritate eyes, nose, and throat, while smaller […]
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Senators to announce coalition reaches $1 billion goal for minority, community lending
A bipartisan Senate caucus announces that the Economic Opportunity Coalition has reached its $1 billion goal for minority and community lending. Reaching the goal: Sens. Mark Warner and Mike Crapo will be joined by Treasury Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo to announce the milestone. * The Economic Opportunity Coalition was formed last year with the goal […]
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K-9 dogs have long been seen as impartial. Now police bodycams hold them accountable
Police body cameras are challenging the perception of K-9 dogs’ impartiality in drug-sniffing cases. What it means: The spread of body cameras provides video evidence, potentially questioning the legitimacy of K-9 unit actions during drug searches. * In a recent federal lawsuit in Texas, a K-9 handler’s gesture caught on camera led to accusations of […]
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South Korean inquiry to look into more foreign adoptions with suspect origins
South Korea’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission is investigating 237 more cases of South Korean adoptees who suspect that their family origins were manipulated to facilitate their adoptions in Europe and the United States. Investigation details: The commission’s expanded inquiry covers adoptees in 11 countries, including the United States, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, who were adopted […]
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Hawaii’s Mount Kilauea volcano has erupted again. Watch it live
Hawaii’s Mount Kilauea erupted again on Wednesday, mainly releasing volcanic gas. Eruption details: The eruption began at 4 * By 3 p.m., initial lava flows were between 13 and 30 feet high and covered the crater floor, an area of about 370 acres. Concerns and hazards: Large amounts of volcanic gas, including water vapor, carbon […]
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Supreme Court justices, minus Thomas, and Alito, file financial disclosure reports
U.S. Supreme Court justices, except Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, released their financial disclosure reports for 2022 under the Ethics in Government Act on Wednesday. Deadline extensions: Justices Thomas and Alito were granted extensions for filing their financial disclosure reports. * Thomas’s disclosure form has generated interest due to recent news reports on luxury […]
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DOJ charges ‘Arrested Development’ actor Jay Johnston for involvement in Jan. 6 riot
Actor Jay Johnston has been arrested and faces charges related to the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol. The allegations: According to court documents, Johnston helped pour water on rioters who had been pepper-sprayed, carried a stolen U.S. Capitol Police shield, and participated in pushing against law enforcement officials. * The FBI had posted photographs […]
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Puerto Rico lost its only elephant — and cracked open a well of emotions
Mundi, the only elephant in Puerto Rico’s Mayagüez Zoo, has been moved to an elephant refuge in Georgia, causing mixed emotions across the island. Context: The Puerto Rico zoo closed due to financial struggles and poor animal conditions, leading to over 600 animals being moved to sanctuaries in the US. * Mundi, the African elephant, […]
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6 months in, Hakeem Jeffries reflects on the debt ceiling drama and replacing Pelosi
Democratic Congressman Hakeem Jeffries reflects on debt ceiling negotiations and his first six months as the first Black House minority leader. Debt ceiling drama: Jeffries discussed the challenges faced during the recent debt ceiling negotiations with extreme MAGA Republicans. * Jeffries praised President Biden’s ability to protect important priorities under difficult circumstances. Progressive Democrats concerns: […]