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Congressional Report Supports COVID-19 Lab Leak Theory

A recent report from the House Oversight Committee suggests that COVID-19 likely originated from a laboratory incident in Wuhan, China.

Arizona Grocery Stores Limit Purchases Amid California Wildfires

As devastating wildfires rage across California, some Valley grocery stores have begun limiting the purchase of essential household items like toilet paper, paper towels, and laundry detergent to prevent panic buying.

Report Warns of Risks from Male Inmates in Women’s Prisons

A new report from the nonprofit Independent Women highlights significant risks associated with housing biologically male inmates who identify as female in women’s prisons.

House Sanctions ICC Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrants

The House of Representatives voted Thursday to approve the "Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act," a measure sanctioning the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant.

Elon Musk’s Criticism of U.K. Leadership Sparks Diplomatic Concerns

Elon Musk’s recent comments targeting U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other British officials have raised concerns about potential strains in U.S.-U.K. relations. Musk, a billionaire tech mogul and close adviser to President-elect Donald Trump, accused Starmer of complicity in mishandling decades-old child grooming gang scandals during his tenure as the U.K.’s director of public prosecutions.

California Vegan Restaurant Closes After Backlash Over Meat Options

Sage Regenerative Kitchen & Brewery, a California restaurant known for its vegan roots, is shutting down after facing backlash from activists over its decision to add meat to the menu. The business, with locations in Pasadena and Echo Park, is closing on Sunday after 14 years, citing financial difficulties and growing protests.

Palestinian Journalist Killed by Palestinians; Global Silence Follows

Shatha al-Sabbagh, a 20-year-old Palestinian journalist and student, was fatally shot on Sunday in Jenin by Palestinian gunmen. Unlike past high-profile cases, her death has received little attention from the global community, raising questions about selective outrage in reporting on such tragedies.

Washington Democrats Propose $16B Tax Hike to Close Budget Gap

Senate Democrats in Washington are advocating for new taxes to address a looming $16 billion budget shortfall, as revealed in a leaked email sent by Sen. Noel Frame (D-Seattle). The email, sent shortly after Governor Jay Inslee’s announcement of the shortfall, outlines additional taxes beyond those proposed by Inslee, which include a new wealth tax, a temporary 20% business surcharge, and an increase in business and occupation (B&O) tax rates.

Russia Develops Cancer Vaccine

The Russian Ministry of Health announced that it developed a cancer vaccine to be distributed in 2025.

Judge Rejects Trump’s Immunity Claim in Manhattan DA Case

On Monday, Judge Juan Merchan rejected a motion by former President Donald Trump’s legal team to dismiss charges brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on the grounds of presidential immunity.

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