Author: Gist It

  • Trump charged with additional count in Mar-a-Lago documents case

    Former President Donald Trump has been charged with an additional count of willful retention of National Defense Information in relation to mishandling classified documents. The Allegations: A grand jury in the Southern District of Florida has charged Trump with a new count centered on a top-secret document Trump allegedly waved at aides at his resort […]

  • Tornado damage to Pfizer factory highlights vulnerabilities of drug supply

    Tornado damage to a key Pfizer factory in Rocky Mount, N.C. on July 19 underscores potential vulnerabilities of the supply chain for medicines used in US hospitals. Damage Assessment: A tornado tore off the roof and caused considerable damage at a Pfizer factory. * The site manufactures dozens of essential hospital drugs, prompting panic-buying by […]

  • ‘Into the Bright Sunshine’ spotlights the achievements of LBJ VP Hubert Humphrey

    ‘Into the Bright Sunshine’ details the significant role of former LBJ Vice President Hubert Humphrey in driving Democrats to embrace civil rights, despite his association with the unpopular Vietnam War. Book Focus: ‘Into the Bright Sunshine’ explores the achievements of former LBJ Vice President Hubert Humphrey. * Author Sam Freedman posits that Humphrey played a […]

  • New study shows just how Facebook’s algorithm shapes conservative and liberal bubbles

    New research shows how Facebook’s algorithm may influence political news consumption, impacting both conservatives and liberals. Research insights: The studies attempt to illuminate the workings of Facebook’s algorithms and their influence on political discourse. * The investigations were launched in collaboration with Meta, Facebook and Instagram’s parent company, and 17 independent researchers. * The researchers […]

  • Here’s why Niger’s coup matters to the U.S.

    The recent coup in Niger is raising concerns in the U.S. due to Niger’s crucial role in counterterrorism efforts in Africa. Understanding the coup: The political instability in Niger, triggered by a recent military coup, has spurred U.S. diplomacy. * Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that U.S. relations with Niger hinge on “democratic […]

  • What my $30 hamburger reveals about fees and how companies use them to jack up prices

    Increasingly, hidden fees on products and services are causing prices to spike, a phenomenon known as “stealth inflation”. Breaking down the burger order: A seemingly inexpensive meal can double in price due to various added costs. * An original meal total of $14.07 rose to $27.81 as a result of added delivery, service, and tip […]

  • Supreme Court OKs completion of Mountain Valley gas pipeline

    The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled to allow the immediate resumption of the Mountain Valley Pipeline construction, affirming Congress’ powers over federal courts and hastening the pipeline’s completion. The controversy: Over the past six years, various lower federal court decisions have delayed the 303-mile pipeline’s construction. * The pipeline is set to run from northwestern […]

  • Actors take to the internet to show their residual checks, with some in the negative

    Actors and screenwriters are demanding better residual payments in renegotiated Hollywood contracts, revealing their nominal or even negative residual checks online. Residuals Explained: Residuals are long-term payments made to actors and other theater workers when a TV show or movie is rerun or aired after its original release. * Mandy Moore, from NBC’s “This Is […]

  • Biden is rolling out some new actions aimed at protecting people from extreme heat

    President Biden plans to unveil measures designed to shield communities from excessive heat, including a Department of Labor alert for high-risk industries. Actions overview: President Biden will announce new strategies to tackle extreme heat conditions. * He will request the Department of Labor to issue a hazard warning for high-risk industries such as agriculture and […]

  • Up First briefing: Hunter Biden plea deal; coup in Niger, remembering Sinead O’Connor

    Key developments for today include a delayed judgment on Hunter Biden’s plea deal, a coup in Niger, a new migration strategy in New York City, the death of singer Sinead O’Connor, and issues with streaming in Hollywood. Legal proceedings: A Delaware judge has requested clarification on the terms of Hunter Biden’s plea deal with the […]