Seven Republican House members voted against an amendment that would have forced a congressional vote regarding the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, a motion proposed by Democrat Ro Khanna. This amendment aimed to compel Attorney General Pam Bondi to preserve and release all related records to the Epstein case. The vote, which saw one Republican join Democrats in support, was initiated after a Justice Department memo contradicted earlier statements about the existence of a client list. This move has sparked controversy and concern among certain groups who suspect a cover-up related to the Epstein case.
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US nuclear regulator asks job seekers political questions, and that’s where we begin this discussion. The very idea that a government agency, particularly one responsible for nuclear safety, would inject political considerations into the hiring process immediately raises red flags. It strikes at the heart of meritocracy, a concept that many, ironically, champion when it comes to other areas like diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The notion that the best people for the job might be overlooked because of their political leanings, or worse, because of their lack of unwavering loyalty to a particular political figure, is deeply troubling.
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Lovehoney is hosting a “Black Friday in July” sale, offering up to 70 percent off sex toys, lingerie, and accessories. The sale features a variety of products, including the Lovehoney Hot Shot Male Masturbator, designed to mimic oral sex sensations. For couples, the Up All Night Couple’s Sex Toy Kit provides multiple toys for diverse stimulation. To help navigate the sale, Lovehoney provides a comprehensive guide with expert advice on selecting the right toys.
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On Saturday evening, a 31-year-old man died in a Utah reservoir while attempting to rescue a 12-year-old girl. Daniel Braga Figueiredo entered Silver Lake Flat Reservoir on a paddleboard to assist the girl, who was drifting away on an inflatable tube. Witnesses reported seeing both Figueiredo and the girl struggle before they both entered the water. Although the girl was rescued, Figueiredo went under and his body was recovered by rescuers around 9:30 p.m.
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United Torah Judaism (UTJ), an ultra-Orthodox party, has resigned from Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling coalition due to the failure to pass a bill exempting yeshiva students from military service. Six of UTJ’s seven remaining members submitted their resignations, leaving Netanyahu with a very narrow parliamentary majority. The departure stems from a long-standing dispute regarding mandatory military service, an issue that has intensified due to the ongoing war in Gaza and a Supreme Court ruling ending the exemption. The ultra-Orthodox parties had viewed the exemption as a critical commitment for their coalition membership.
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Bill O’Reilly was corrected on NewsNation for falsely claiming the Biden administration, under Merrick Garland, had convicted Jeffrey Epstein, who actually died by suicide during the Trump administration. O’Reilly had been previously stating that there was a good reason for not releasing the documents associated with Epstein. Despite initially defending his claims, O’Reilly eventually acknowledged the error after being presented with the correct information. Following the correction, O’Reilly continued to criticize House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, suggesting the Democrats were disingenuous in seeking the release of Epstein’s files.
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During a press conference, Georgia Republican Mike Collins made the false claim that former President Joe Biden was responsible for the 2020 civil unrest following the death of George Floyd, even though Biden was not in office at the time. Collins inaccurately attributed the violence and unrest to Biden’s administration, blaming him for encouraging and even funding the protests, despite the fact that the then-President Donald Trump was in office at the time of Floyd’s death. While Trump drew criticism for his response to the protests, and at one point used force to remove protesters for a photo opportunity, Collins went on to blame “socialist woke politicians” for the country’s current state. Notably, Biden was not even president at the time.
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Starbucks is mandating a return to the office for some remote employees, increasing the required in-office days for corporate employees to four per week, starting in early October. In addition, “people leaders” must now be based in Seattle or Toronto within a year, a tightening of previous relocation requirements. While affected employees who choose not to relocate will be eligible for a voluntary exit program. The company’s CEO, Brian Niccol, has also relocated to Seattle since his hiring last year.
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Russia has rejected President Trump’s ultimatum for a ceasefire in Ukraine, calling the demands unacceptable. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that Russia prioritizes negotiations but will continue the war until its goals are met. The Kremlin views Trump’s announcement as serious, while former President Dmitry Medvedev dismissed the remarks as a theatrical ultimatum. Trump expressed frustration with Putin, particularly regarding strikes on Ukrainian civilian areas, and announced further U.S. arms sales to NATO allies, with the understanding that these would then be sent to Ukraine.
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Two men, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, received prison sentences for the criminal damage of the Sycamore Gap tree, a beloved landmark, after felling it in a “moronic mission.” Graham and Carruthers were found guilty of the damage, despite initially denying the offense. The judge cited “sheer bravado” as a likely factor, as they filmed the incident and reveled in the infamy, causing widespread distress and an “overwhelming sense of loss.” The court rejected claims of intoxication, emphasizing the planning and premeditation involved in the act.
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