Brazil's top court made a bold move, ordering the arrest of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro. This happened after a judge suspected Bolsonaro might try to flee the country before starting a 27-year prison term for allegedly trying to overthrow the government. The judge, Alexandre de Moraes, pointed out that Bolsonaro's ankle monitor, which he had to wear because he was c...
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a well-known figure in American politics, has recently made headlines for her decision to step down from Congress before her term ends. This move comes after a noticeable shift in her political stance, particularly her growing disagreement with former President Donald Trump. Greene's journey from a staunch Trump ally to a more independent voi...
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Nigeria is grappling with one of its most severe mass abductions yet. Over 300 students and teachers were snatched from a Catholic school in Niger state. This number, confirmed by the Christian Association of Nigeria, is even higher than initially thought. It's a grim reminder of the 2014 Chibok kidnapping that shook the world. The...
Chris Paul, a standout point guard, is set to retire after an impressive 21-year career in the NBA. He shared his gratitude and hinted at his retirement in a recent social media post before a game against the Charlotte Hornets. Paul, a North Carolina native, played college basketball at Wake Forest, making this game a special homecoming. Paul's career has been nothi...
China has escalated its conflict with Japan over Taiwan by bringing the issue to the United Nations. China's U. N. Ambassador, Fu Cong, accused Japan of threatening to interfere militarily in Taiwan's affairs. He warned that any such move would be seen as an act of aggression and vowed to defend China's sovereignty. The dispute began when Japanese Prime Minister San...
Recent events have put a spotlight on the rising crime rates in Washington, D. C. Members of Congress and federal employees have become targets of violent crimes. Representatives Angie Craig and Henry Cuellar were attacked, and a congressional intern was tragically killed. This situation is unacceptable, and urgent action is needed to ensure the safety of those who w...
Elon Musk, the wealthiest person globally, has been very active on X, his social media platform. Over the past month, he has posted, replied, or shared content 1, 716 times, averaging about 55 posts per day. His posts cover a wide range of topics, from politics to his companies, but a significant portion focuses on politically charged issues. Nearly half of his post...
Dave Portnoy, the big name behind Barstool Sports, recently shared his thoughts on Cincinnati's famous Skyline Chili. He posted his review on Twitter/X while visiting the city. This wasn't his first stop in Cincinnati. Earlier, he checked out the University of Cincinnati bookstore and shared his thoughts there too. Portnoy is in town for the big football weekend. He...
Jamal Khashoggi was a brave man who spoke out against his government. He came from a well-known family in Saudi Arabia but left his home in 2017. He was not allowed to use Twitter anymore. He started writing for The Washington Post. He talked about how he was scared to speak up before. He did not want to lose his job or freedom. He did not want to put his family in d...
Portland has a speeding problem. But instead of relying on cops to enforce speed limits, some people think smart engineering could be the answer. Imagine driving a car that automatically adjusts its speed to stay within the limit. That's what adaptive cruise control does. It keeps a safe distance from the car in front and slows down or speeds up as needed. This tech ...