Following the 2024 election, Nick Fuentes, despite briefly withdrawing support from Trump’s campaign due to perceived outside influence, delivered a vulgar message seemingly endorsing the Republican Party’s perceived dismissal of voters until the next election cycle. This statement follows Fuentes’ recent outspoken opposition to the H-1B visa program, contrasting sharply with Elon Musk’s support. Fuentes’ actions highlight the ongoing internal conflicts within the Republican party and the influence of far-right figures. His previous “Groyper war” declaration against the Trump campaign further contextualizes his post-election rhetoric.
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Seventeen-year-old Aubrey Vanlandingham was charged with animal cruelty for poisoning a rival’s show goat, Willie, with pesticide. Vanlandingham confessed to intentionally poisoning the goat, an act corroborated by CCTV footage and a necropsy confirming organophosphate intoxication. Her motive stemmed from accusations of cheating against the goat’s owner; this was reportedly her second attempt to kill the animal. If convicted, Vanlandingham faces up to two years imprisonment.
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Intense fighting continued across multiple fronts in Ukraine, with 138 combat clashes reported in a single day. Russian forces launched 89 assaults primarily focused on the Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, and Vremivka fronts, while also engaging in 10 battles within Russia’s Kursk Oblast. Ukrainian forces successfully repelled numerous attacks across various sectors, inflicting significant losses on Russian personnel and equipment. The ongoing conflict remains highly active and concentrated along the eastern and southern fronts.
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President Biden’s decision to block the sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel has sparked considerable debate, and it wasn’t a spur-of-the-moment decision. Reports indicate Biden’s opposition dates back to at least April 2024, suggesting a carefully considered stance rather than a sudden intervention.
The United Steelworkers (USW) union, a key player in this saga, also voiced its opposition to the sale. Their official statements highlight a worker-centric approach to trade policy, aligning with the Biden administration’s broader strategy. This shared position adds weight to the argument that the decision wasn’t solely based on political whim.
The controversy surrounding this decision extends beyond the immediate players.… Continue reading
House Republicans are poised to elect their Speaker on Friday, but incumbent Mike Johnson faces an uncertain path to victory due to the party’s narrow majority. Johnson’s need for near-unanimous GOP support is threatened by opposition from the far-right and warnings from moderates against concessions. While endorsements from Trump and Musk offer support, Johnson must navigate negotiations with detractors, acknowledging he can only afford to lose one or two Republican votes. Several far-right members have yet to commit, raising concerns about potential deals that could alienate more moderate Republicans.
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President-elect Trump’s claim that Gilded Age tariffs spurred economic growth is contradicted by economic historians. While tariffs were a major government revenue source during this period (due to the absence of income tax), research indicates that economic success was despite, not because of, high tariffs. Industries with high tariff protection experienced less productivity and innovation compared to those with less protection. Therefore, tariffs did not contribute to the rise of American manufacturing, and instead likely inflated prices for consumers.
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On December 30th, Lauda Air flight FR748, an Airbus A320 en route from Riga to Vienna, experienced two aborted landings due to GPS jamming. The aircraft diverted to Brno, Czech Republic, due to the interference coupled with low visibility in Vienna. The captain attributed the incident to GPS jamming, stating that landing in Brno was safer given the weather conditions. Ryanair confirmed the technical issue and apologized for the diversion, arranging coach transport for passengers to Vienna. Increased GPS jamming incidents, particularly in the Baltics since 2022, have raised concerns.
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The U.S. Surgeon General has issued an advisory recommending a cancer risk warning be added to alcohol beverage labels, citing alcohol as the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the U.S., responsible for approximately 100,000 annual cancer cases. This recommendation stems from conclusive evidence linking alcohol consumption to cancer, a risk largely unknown to the public despite decades of research. The advisory also calls for reevaluating recommended alcohol limits, improving public education, and enhancing label visibility to increase awareness of alcohol’s carcinogenic effects. Excessive alcohol use increases the risk of several cancers, including breast, colorectal, liver, stomach, and certain head and neck cancers.
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A Moscow court ordered Yandex to remove or alter images of the Ryazan Oil Refinery from its maps and photo services within one month. This action, prompted by a supervisory authority citing national security concerns, follows multiple Ukrainian drone attacks on the refinery in 2024. The court determined that publicly accessible imagery compromised Russia’s defense capabilities and fuel supply to the military. Yandex was fined, and the ruling reflects broader concerns about the vulnerability of Russia’s energy infrastructure to Ukrainian attacks.
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Johnson says House Republicans will investigate the January 6th committee, and this announcement has sparked a firestorm of reactions. The stated intention is to delve into the committee’s work, promising a fully funded investigation continuing into the next Congress. This immediately raises questions about the cost to taxpayers, especially given the widespread perception that the investigation is a political maneuver rather than a genuine pursuit of justice.
Many are questioning the need for another investigation, arguing that the events of January 6th were widely documented and witnessed, and the committee’s findings are already largely known. The sheer volume of evidence already available – including televised footage, witness testimonies, and legal proceedings – seems to render a new investigation redundant.… Continue reading
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