Author: Gist It

  • Biden to meet Israel’s Netanyahu after months of tension

    President Biden is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after months of tension regarding Netanyahu’s far-right judicial proposals. Announcing the news: The meeting, whose details are still under discussion, was announced before Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Washington. * National Security Council spokesman John Kirby made the announcement on Monday. The […]

  • DeSantis’ fundraising numbers mask potential problems

    The latest campaign finance data reveals potential issues for GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis, who is relying on large donors and has limited grassroots support. DeSantis’ donor dilemma: Despite raising over $20 million, 70% of DeSantis’ campaign funding comes from donors who have already given the maximum allowed, and just 15% comes from small donors […]

  • Murdaugh boat crash suit ends in a $15 million settlement for family of teen who died

    The lawsuit over a 2019 boat crash that resulted in the death of 19-year-old Mallory Beach has been settled for $15 million with the convenience store chain, Parker’s, that sold alcohol to underage driver, Paul Murdaugh. Driving the news: Parker’s Corporation has reached a multimillion-dollar settlement with the family of Mallory Beach and survivors of […]

  • Taylor Swift just made Billboard history, again

    Taylor Swift has made Billboard history as the first woman, and third artist overall, to possess four albums in the Billboard 200 chart’s Top 10 at one time. Chart-topper: Her recently released re-recording, ‘Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)’, debuted at the top spot, which is her 12th No. 1 album. * This achievement pushes Swift past […]

  • Latest in Ukraine: The grain deal is out, cluster bombs and NATO expansion are in

    Efforts are being made to restore the Ukraine grain deal, further NATO expansion continues, and use of controversial cluster bombs includes the latest key developments in Ukraine. What to watch: Turkish officials aim to restore the grain deal involving Ukraine after Russia suspended its participation. * The deal, brokered by Turkey and the United Nations […]

  • An experimental Alzheimer’s drug outperforms one just approved by the FDA

    The experimental Alzheimer’s drug donanemab slowed progression of the disease by about 35% in a recent study, outperforming the just approved drug Leqembi. Reported findings: The study involved over 1,700 individuals and the findings suggest that donanemab is as effective, if not more, than Leqembi which has been shown to reduce progression by about 27%. […]

  • South Dakota GOP Sen. Mike Rounds discusses military spending plan

    South Dakota GOP Senator Mike Rounds discusses a military spending plan after the House passed a bill with restrictions on abortion coverage and diversity initiatives. The backstory: The House of Representatives passed a bill impacting funding. * This bill includes restrictions on abortion coverage and diversity initiatives, prompting discussions about further military spending. In discussion: […]

  • The conflict in Sudan enters its fourth month with no sign of a peaceful resolution

    The ongoing conflict in Sudan has entered its fourth month, with millions of Sudanese civilians being displaced and no peaceful resolution in sight. The situation: Sudan’s conflict extends into its fourth month, showing no signs of a peaceful end. * As the conflict continues, the country teeters on the brink of a full-scale civil war. […]

  • Russia suspends Ukraine grain deal. Here’s what it means for the rest of the world

    Russia has decided not to extend a U.N.-backed agreement, known as the Black Sea Grain Initiative, that has allowed Ukraine to export grain and other food items during the ongoing invasion. Key Details: This agreement, reached in July last year, facilitated international shipments of foodstuffs like corn, wheat, barley from three specified ports in Ukraine. […]

  • Got tipping rage? This barista reveals what it’s like to be behind the tip screen

    Philadelphia barista Dylan Schenker provides insights into the changing and contentious nature of tipping in the service industry. The backdrop: Barista Dylan Schenker has worked in the coffee industry since 2010 and feels the frustrations of the evolving tipping culture. * He highlights the awkwardness of standing behind the tip screen as customers decide whether […]