Month: May 2022
The House will vote on measure to allow congressional staffers to unionize
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said in a statement Friday that the House is expected to vote on a resolution next week that would allow congressional staffers to unionize. (Image credit: Jacquelyn Martin/AP)
Read MoreThe True Story Behind Operation Mincemeat
Operation Mincemeat—a historical drama chronicling an audacious World War II plot by the British intelligence services to dupe the Nazis—drops on Netflix May 11. Starring Colin Firth and Succession’s Matthew Macfadyen, the movie dramatizes a mission that played a crucial
Read MoreIndiana Man Charged With Wife’s Murder Prevails in Local GOP Primary
LEBANON, Ind. — A central Indiana man charged with murder in connection with the March death of his wife is one of three candidates who advanced in a primary election this week for a township board. Andrew Wilhoite, 40, of
Read More‘The Rock’ diamond dazzles in Geneva
The biggest white diamond ever to be sold at auction, dubbed “The Rock”, will go under the hammer in Geneva on Wednesday and could fetch up to $30 million — or more. The 228.31-carat stone is up for grabs alongside
Read MoreBritain Pushes Tough Tech Rules Under New Digital Watchdog
LONDON — Big tech companies like Google and Facebook parent Meta would have to comply with tough British rules under a new digital watchdog aimed at giving consumers more choice online — or face the threat of big fines. The
Read MoreIsrael said to threaten action against Hamas chief Sinwar over terror cheerleading
Warning of possible military moves against Gaza reportedly sent before Thursday attack, as calls grow for army to assassinate terror leader despite war risks
Read MoreWATCH LIVE: President Biden gives remarks calling on legislation for new manufacturing jobs
President Joe Biden is set to announce that five major U.S. manufacturers have made commitments to boost their reliance on small and medium American firms for 3D printing.
Read MoreBlast Tears Through Cuba’s Hotel Saratoga
Rescue workers in downtown Havana combed through rubble to search for survivors after a large explosion at the iconic building.
Read MoreMassive blast rips through Havana hotel
Rescuers searched for victims Friday after a powerful explosion ripped through a hotel under refurbishment in central Havana, with no casualties immediately reported. Shortly after 11:00 am, a cloud of dust and smoke billowed from the Saratoga Hotel after the
Read MoreGoodbye to grass? More Americans embracing ‘eco-friendly’ lawns and gardens
For generations, the neat, green lawn has been a classic part of American yards. It still dominates the landscape. But drought, pollinator health and other environmental concerns have been chipping away at that, in different ways in different places.
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