US Mint Presses Last Penny as Trump Ceases Production
The US Mint in Philadelphia has recently minted its final penny, following an order from President Trump to cease production. The decision to halt the minting of pennies comes in the wake of escalating costs associated with producing the one-cent coins. This decision is expected…
Hearings Begin for Purdue Pharma’s $7.4B Bankruptcy Plan
Hearings Begin for Purdue Pharma’s $7.4B Bankruptcy Plan In recent days, hearings have commenced for Purdue Pharma’s $7.4 billion bankruptcy plan. The focus of these proceedings is to address the ramifications of Purdue Pharma’s involvement in exacerbating the opioid epidemic that has plagued communities across…
House Oversight Committee Releases 20,000 Pages on Jeffrey Epstein
The House Oversight Committee recently made public a trove of more than 20,000 pages of documents shedding light on the notorious figure Jeffrey Epstein. Among the revelations contained in these documents are references to President Donald Trump’s past associations with Epstein, adding a fresh dimension…
President Trump Signs Legislation to End Record US Government Shutdown
President Trump Signs Legislation to End Record US Government Shutdown In a historic move, President Donald Trump has signed legislation bringing an end to the longest-ever federal government shutdown in United States history, which lasted a staggering 43 days. The decision follows a pivotal vote…
Fatal Suicide Bombing Outside District Court in Islamabad, Pakistan
A deadly suicide bombing outside a district court in Islamabad, Pakistan has left at least 12 individuals dead and 27 others wounded. The incident, which unfolded this week, has shaken the nation and underscored the persistent threat of terrorism in the region. The suicide bombing…
Meta’s Yann LeCun Steps Down to Launch Own AI Startup
Meta’s Chief AI Scientist, Yann LeCun, has made headlines this week with his decision to step down from the tech giant to pave the way for the launch of his very own AI startup. LeCun, a distinguished figure in the field of artificial intelligence and…
Remembering Icons: Sally Kirkland, Michael Ray Richardson, Cleto Escobedo III
In a solemn moment for the entertainment industry and beyond, the recent passing of three prominent figures has left a void in the worlds of film, sports, and music. Sally Kirkland, the Oscar-nominated actress; Michael Ray Richardson, the four-time NBA All-Star; and Cleto Escobedo III,…
MLB Restricts Betting on Individual Pitches After Pitchers’ Indictments
In a recent move to tackle the growing concerns surrounding sports gambling, Major League Baseball (MLB) has reached an agreement with sportsbooks to impose restrictions on betting specifically targeting individual pitches. This decision comes in the wake of the indictments of pitchers Emmanuel Clase and…
Original Bob Ross Paintings Sold to Benefit Public Television
Three original Bob Ross paintings were recently auctioned in Los Angeles, offering art collectors a unique opportunity to acquire the iconic landscapes created by the beloved painter. The auction, held to benefit public television funding in the United States in light of federal budget cuts,…
Arctic Blast Sweeps US, Bringing Record Lows and Snowfall
An Arctic blast has swept across the United States this week, bringing frigid temperatures and significant snowfall to over 190 million people in the eastern part of the country. This weather event has resulted in temperatures diving 15-25 degrees below the usual averages, with a…
