The funeral of Jimmy Carter in Washington, DC on Thursday brought together many national leaders to pay respect to the 39th commander-in-chief. The church's two front pews were occupied by former presidents and their spouses. The church's front two pews were occupied by President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania, as well as … [Read more...] about Michelle Obama Misses Jimmy Carter’s Funeral
LA Fire Chief Warned Budget Cuts Threatened Emergency Response Weeks Before Fires
A memo from the Los Angeles Fire Department shows that the city's chief firefighter said budget cuts had hampered the department's response to emergencies. According to documents from the city budget, funding for the fire department of the city decreased by $17.6 millions, or 2% between the fiscal years 2024-25 and 2023-24. The city council approved in November a contract … [Read more...] about LA Fire Chief Warned Budget Cuts Threatened Emergency Response Weeks Before Fires
Kelly Ayotte Takes Office as New Hampshire’s 83rd Governor
Kelly Ayotte, a former U.S. senator, was sworn in as the 83rd Governor of New Hampshire Thursday. She promised to bring people closer together and encouraged young people to “step up and participate.” "I will be a Governor for You, whether you are a Republican or Democrat, Independent, you name it. In prepared remarks, she stated, "Our state is much larger than any party or … [Read more...] about Kelly Ayotte Takes Office as New Hampshire’s 83rd Governor
US Report Exposes Dangers of Illegal Online Pharmacies
The U.S. Trade Representative’s annual “notorious markets” report reveals that nearly 96% of the world’s 35,000 online pharmacies operate illegally, putting consumers at risk of receiving unsafe or ineffective medications. The report highlights that many of these pharmacies function without proper licensing, prescriptions, or safety measures. Additionally, it identified … [Read more...] about US Report Exposes Dangers of Illegal Online Pharmacies
Winter Storms Force Widespread School Closures Across the Southern US
As another round of winter storms and freezing temperatures threatened to clog up travel, schools and buildings in the Southern U.S. were closed or prepared to be closed on Thursday. Texas schools canceled classes for over 1 million students due to the possibility of dangerous and icy conditions lasting into Friday. Kansas City, Little Rock, and Arkansas' capitals were also … [Read more...] about Winter Storms Force Widespread School Closures Across the Southern US
