Alaska, known for its wild beauty and seismic activity, felt another shake early Thursday. A 6. 0 magnitude quake hit near Susitna, roughly 30 miles from Anchorage, around 8:11 a. m. local time. The U. S. Geological Survey reported the event, but don't worry, no tsunami is expected this time. Good news so far: no damage or injuries have been reported. Alaska State T...
Stephen A. Smith, a well-known sports commentator, recently took to the airwaves to criticize Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz. ) for his role in a video that went viral. In this video, Kelly and five other Democratic lawmakers urged military personnel to disregard what they deemed illegal orders from the Trump administration. Smith, who is not a military expert, expressed s...
A former Peruvian president, known for his humble beginnings, has been given a significant prison term. Pedro Castillo, once called the \"president of the poor, \" was sentenced to over 11 years in prison. This was for his attempt to shut down Congress and rule without their approval. Castillo, a former schoolteacher, became president in 2021. He promised to help Pe...
Air travel is becoming a hot mess, and it's not just about delays. The number of passengers acting out mid-flight has skyrocketed. Since 2019, there's been a whopping 400 percent increase in in-flight outbursts. That's over 13, 800 incidents since 2021 alone. What's going on here? Some folks think it's about more than just pandemic rage. It's about a bigger issue: p...
A crypto company with connections to former US President Donald Trump has recently seen some big changes at the top. ALT5 Sigma, which manages crypto investments, said goodbye to its CEO and COO in November. Jonathan Hugh and Ron Pitters left the company, and Tony Isaac, who was the president, is now the acting CEO. The company bought a lot of tokens from World Libe...
Every day, 137 women and girls lose their lives at the hands of someone they know. This shocking statistic comes from a recent report that sheds light on the grim reality of femicide, the intentional killing of women and girls because of their gender. The report reveals that in 2024, around 50, 000 women and girls were killed in their own homes by partners or family ...
Brazil is reaching out to the US for assistance in tackling organized crime and the smuggling of weapons. This request comes as part of broader trade discussions, following a recent police operation in Brazil that targeted tax evasion and money laundering in the fuel industry. Investigations in Brazil have uncovered that criminal organizations are using investment f...
Brazil is reaching out to the US for help in tackling money laundering and illegal arms trafficking. The finance minister, Fernando Haddad, announced this plan recently. He pointed out that US-based funds are being misused to launder money and hide foreign investments in Brazil. This issue came to light during a major police operation in the fuel industry, which reve...
Jazz enthusiasts in San Diego have a lot to look forward to this holiday season. The Jacobs Music Center is hosting a special event celebrating John Coltrane's iconic 1958 album "Blue Train. " This concert features Brian Levy on tenor sax and includes Gilbert Castellanos on trumpet. The show starts at 6:30 p. m. , with the Young Jazz Conservatory opening the performa...
A recent shooting in Washington, D. C. , brought attention to the . 357 Smith & Wesson revolver. This gun, first made in the 1930s, is known for its power and precision. The . 357 Smith & Wesson is not your average handgun. It packs a punch with its high-velocity rounds. This makes it a favorite among law enforcement for its ability to stop threats and even penetrat...