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From Halal Food to Gold Bars: The Details Inside the Menendez Indictment

By Kenadee Mangus

From Halal Food to Gold Bars: The Details Inside the Menendez Indictment

The Justice Department says that Menendez used his position to benefit three New Jersey businessmen and the government of Egypt in exchange for hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash, gold bars, luxury cars, and furnishings.

Auto Workers Expand Their Strike to 38 Locations in 20 States. Official Says Biden To Show Support

By The Associated Press

Auto Workers Expand Their Strike to 38 Locations in 20 States. Official Says Biden To Show Support

President Joe Biden will go to Michigan on Tuesday to support the union, according to a person familiar with his plans.

White House Preparing for Government Shutdown As House Republicans Lack a Viable Endgame for Funding

By The Associated Press

White House Preparing for Government Shutdown As House Republicans Lack a Viable Endgame for Funding

A federal shutdown after Sept. 30 seems all but certain unless Speaker Kevin McCarthy can persuade his rebellious hard-right flank of Republicans to allow Congress to approve a temporary funding measure to prevent closures as talks continue.

Surgeons Perform Second Pig Heart Transplant, Trying To Save a Dying Man

By The Associated Press

Surgeons Perform Second Pig Heart Transplant, Trying To Save a Dying Man

The 58-year-old Navy veteran was facing near-certain death from heart failure but other health problems meant he wasn’t eligible for a traditional heart transplant, according to doctors at University of Maryland Medicine.

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A Ukrainian Missile Strikes the Headquarters of Russia’s Navy in Crimea

By The Associated Press

A Ukrainian Missile Strikes the Headquarters of Russia’s Navy in Crimea

The Russian Defense Ministry initially said one servicemember was killed but then issued a statement saying he was missing following the attack in the port city of Sevastopol.

A 9/11 Defendant Is Ruled Unfit for Trial After a Medical Panel Finds Torture Left Him Psychotic

By The Associated Press

A 9/11 Defendant Is Ruled Unfit for Trial After a Medical Panel Finds Torture Left Him Psychotic

The judge, Col. Matthew McCall, said the incompetency finding for Ramzi bin al-Shibh meant the prosecution of his four co-defendants would continue without him.

Tropical Storm Ophelia Forms off the US Mid-Atlantic Coast, Expected To Bring Heavy Rain and Wind

By The Associated Press

Tropical Storm Ophelia Forms off the US Mid-Atlantic Coast, Expected To Bring Heavy Rain and Wind

Ophelia had maximum sustained winds of 60 mph (95 kph), according to a 2 p.m. advisory from the Miami-based center.

Georgia Election Workers Say Rudy Giuliani Hasn’t Paid $132,000 in Sanctions From Defamation Lawsuit

By Sophia Anderson

Georgia Election Workers Say Rudy Giuliani Hasn’t Paid $132,000 in Sanctions From Defamation Lawsuit

The lawsuit alleged that Giuliani falsely claimed Ruby Freeman and Wandrea' ArShaye Moss engaged in election fraud and mishandled ballots in the 2020 presidential election.

‘Planned Parenthood Saved My Life.’ Leslie Jones Reveals She Has Had 3 Abortions

By Kenadee Mangus

‘Planned Parenthood Saved My Life.’ Leslie Jones Reveals She Has Had 3 Abortions

She wrote that she knew she never wanted children, but didn’t know how to correctly use prevention methods to avoid getting pregnant, according to Insider.

Actor Angelica Ross Said She’s ‘Leaving Hollywood’ After Experiencing Racism and Transphobia

By Kenadee Mangus

Actor Angelica Ross Said She’s ‘Leaving Hollywood’ After Experiencing Racism and Transphobia

During an Instagram Live on September 19, Ross alleged that Roberts intentionally misgendered her on set.

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WATCH: Iranian Women Continue Their Fight For Equality & Justice A Year After Jîna Mahsa Amini's Death

09/21/23

WATCH: Iranian Women Continue Their Fight For Equality & Justice A Year After Jîna Mahsa Amini's Death

(warning: distressing) “They are actually fearless” — Today marks what would have been Jîna Mahsa Amini's 23rd birthday.

WATCH: Could Nuclear Energy be the Future?

09/21/23

WATCH: Could Nuclear Energy be the Future?

As the debate over climate change rages on, nuclear energy's potential as an alternative energy source seems to be a rare point of agreement.

WATCH: Women Football Players In Spain Get A Raise After Strike With Football Players Federation

09/21/23

WATCH: Women Football Players In Spain Get A Raise After Strike With Football Players Federation

Women soccer players in Spain have ended their strike following a groundbreaking agreement on a minimum wage — here's everything you need to know.

WATCH: Rep. Judy Chu Fights to Protect Reproductive Rights Nationwide

09/21/23

WATCH: Rep. Judy Chu Fights to Protect Reproductive Rights Nationwide

“She will be protected no matter what her zip code” — Rep. Judy Chu is determined to protect abortion access nationwide.

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Want a Place on the UN Stage? Leaders of Divided Nations Must First Get Past This Gatekeeper

09/22/23

Want a Place on the UN Stage? Leaders of Divided Nations Must First Get Past This Gatekeeper

There is scant insight into how it decides a question of far-reaching impact: Who gets let through the door?

A Flamethrower and Comments About Book Burning Ignite a Political Firestorm in Missouri

09/22/23

A Flamethrower and Comments About Book Burning Ignite a Political Firestorm in Missouri

A longshot candidate for Missouri governor and his supporters describe his use of a flamethrower at a recent “Freedom Fest” event outside St. Louis as no big deal.

Hollywood Actor and Writer Strikes Have Broad Support Among Americans, AP-NORC Poll Shows

09/22/23

Hollywood Actor and Writer Strikes Have Broad Support Among Americans, AP-NORC Poll Shows

A majority (55%) of U.S. adults sympathize with the writers and actors in the months-long dispute than with the studios they're striking against (3%), the poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows.

Amazon Prime Video Will Soon Come With Ads, or a $2.99 Monthly Charge To Dodge Them

09/22/23

Amazon Prime Video Will Soon Come With Ads, or a $2.99 Monthly Charge To Dodge Them

The platforms risk losing customers with price hikes, but they could lose them if they don't generate new content that wins over users.

Who Are Rupert Murdoch’s Children? What To Know About the Media Magnate’s Successor and Family

09/22/23

Who Are Rupert Murdoch’s Children? What To Know About the Media Magnate’s Successor and Family

Through his decades-long career, Murdoch, 92, built an empire — beginning with his father's newspaper in Adelaide, Australia — and became a multibillionaire.

As Mayors, Governors Scramble To Care for More Migrants, a Look at What’s Behind the Numbers

09/22/23

As Mayors, Governors Scramble To Care for More Migrants, a Look at What’s Behind the Numbers

The various scenarios playing out across the country paint a picture of a strained immigration system making an impact far from the U.S.-Mexico border.

BTS Member Suga Begins Alternative Military Service in South Korea

09/22/23

BTS Member Suga Begins Alternative Military Service in South Korea

Suga began fulfilling his mandatory military duty Friday as a social service agent, an alternative form of military service in the country.

Democratic US Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey and His Wife Have Been Indicted on Charges of Accepting Bribes

09/22/23

Democratic US Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey and His Wife Have Been Indicted on Charges of Accepting Bribes

Democratic US Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey and his wife have been indicted on charges of accepting bribes.

US Breaking Pros Want To Preserve Black Roots, Original Style of Hip-Hop Dance Form at Olympics

09/22/23

US Breaking Pros Want To Preserve Black Roots, Original Style of Hip-Hop Dance Form at Olympics

“When I started breaking, it wasn’t about competition; it was about culture, it was about Black dance,” said Hall, an African American Team USA member.

Back at Old Job, Anthony Mackie Lends Star Power to New Orleans’ Post-Ida Roof Repair Effort

09/22/23

Back at Old Job, Anthony Mackie Lends Star Power to New Orleans’ Post-Ida Roof Repair Effort

Mackie, taking part in the program for the second consecutive year, reminisced about his time as a youth “mopping tar” on roofing jobs for his father.

Australian Journalist Calls Her Baby ‘Methamphetamine Rules’ as a Test of Naming Regulations

09/21/23

Australian Journalist Calls Her Baby ‘Methamphetamine Rules’ as a Test of Naming Regulations

'We chose methamphetamine thinking there's no way that anyone will see that word and think it's OK,' Drysdale said, according to The Guardian. 'But we were wrong.'

Booking a COVID-19 Vaccine? Some Are Reporting Canceled Appointments or Insurance Issues

09/21/23

Booking a COVID-19 Vaccine? Some Are Reporting Canceled Appointments or Insurance Issues

Millions of the newly formulated vaccines have shipped out since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention signed off on them last week for ages 6 months and up.

A Black Student Was Suspended Twice for His Dreadlocks, Despite a State Ban on Race-Based Hair Discrimination

09/21/23

A Black Student Was Suspended Twice for His Dreadlocks, Despite a State Ban on Race-Based Hair Discrimination

Now, he’s potentially facing placement in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DEAP).

Asian Games Offer a Few Sports You May Not Recognize. How About Kabaddi, Sepaktakraw, and Wushu?

09/21/23

Asian Games Offer a Few Sports You May Not Recognize. How About Kabaddi, Sepaktakraw, and Wushu?

Some of the regional sports specialties include kabaddi, sepaktakraw, wushu, and kurash.

Officer’s Threat To Charge 11-Year-Old Crime Victim Draws Sharp Critique of Columbus Police

09/21/23

Officer’s Threat To Charge 11-Year-Old Crime Victim Draws Sharp Critique of Columbus Police

But instead of treating the girl as a crime victim, an officer seemingly threatened to charge her under a law most people view as designed to protect child victims.

Marines Say F-35 Feature To Protect Pilot Could Explain Why It Flew 60 Miles on Its Own

09/21/23

Marines Say F-35 Feature To Protect Pilot Could Explain Why It Flew 60 Miles on Its Own

The advanced fighter jet crashed Sunday after a malfunction prompted the pilot to eject over Charleston and land in a residential backyard not far from Charleston International Airport.

Biden Aiming To Scrub Medical Debt From People’s Credit Scores, Which Could up Ratings for Millions

09/21/23

Biden Aiming To Scrub Medical Debt From People’s Credit Scores, Which Could up Ratings for Millions

The agency said in a statement that including medical debt in credit scores is problematic because “mistakes and inaccuracies in medical billing are common."

Appeals Court Takes Up Transgender Health Coverage Case Likely Headed to Supreme Court

09/21/23

Appeals Court Takes Up Transgender Health Coverage Case Likely Headed to Supreme Court

The Richmond-based 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments in cases Thursday involving the coverage of gender-affirming care by North Carolina’s state employee health plan and the coverage of gender-affirming surgery by West Virginia Medicaid.