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In a recent special election runoff for Texas Senate District 9, Democrat Taylor Rehmet secured a victory over Republican Leigh Wambsganss, marking a rare win in a district held by Republicans for four decades. Rehmet’s campaign emphasized labor issues and targeted working-class voters, a strategy that contributed to the unexpected …
A lawsuit has been filed by a former student of Subiaco Academy alleging that she was sexually abused by a Benedictine monk in 1978 while she was a minor. The suit names both the academy and the associated abbey as defendants. The allegations date back more than four decades and …
Cuba has announced that foreign airlines will no longer be able to refuel on the island due to worsening fuel shortages. This decision affects carriers operating long-haul flights, particularly those from Russia and Canada, complicating their travel logistics. The move comes as Cuba faces an escalating energy crisis, exacerbated by …
Ghislaine Maxwell has submitted a request for clemency to former President Donald Trump. At the same time, she has declined to answer questions posed by congressional investigators. Maxwell is currently serving a prison sentence related to her conviction on charges connected to her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. The refusal …
Ghislaine Maxwell has formally requested clemency from former President Donald Trump. At the same time, she declined to answer questions posed by congressional lawmakers investigating related matters. Maxwell’s appeal and refusal to cooperate come amid ongoing scrutiny of her role in high-profile legal cases. The decision not to testify limits …
Scott Miller retired from his position as police chief of Siloam Springs in January, ending his two-year tenure. Following his departure, city officials have appointed Derek Spicer as the interim police chief. Spicer will oversee the police department while the city conducts a search for a permanent replacement. **Why this …
A corrections officer at the Elmore County Jail was assaulted by an inmate using a lunch tray. The officer sustained injuries but has since returned to work. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine how the assault occurred and to prevent similar events in the future. **Why this matters** Incidents …
Age bias continues to affect many American workplaces, with older employees often facing discrimination, particularly in the technology sector. However, recent research, changing workforce demographics, and economic factors are prompting employers to reevaluate their assumptions about older workers. This shift is encouraging more inclusive hiring and retention practices. Employers are …
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is set to release its “Personal Financial Data Rights” rule, commonly referred to as Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act. This regulation aims to give consumers greater access to their financial data, enabling them to share information securely with third-party providers. The initiative is …
Gold prices climbed back above $5,000 per ounce following a decline in the U.S. dollar and renewed geopolitical concerns involving the U.S. and Iran. Silver also experienced a rebound as precious metals stabilized after a turbulent trading week. Market participants are closely watching upcoming U.S. jobs data for further direction. …