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US Backs Ecuadorian Incumbent Amid Rising Crime and Venezuela Ties

The United States has issued an intelligence assessment favoring incumbent Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa over challenger Luisa González in the upcoming election. The report concludes that a re-election of Noboa would better serve U.S. national security interests due to his efforts against violent gangs. Noboa’s proposal to establish a permanent U.S. military presence in Ecuador … Read more

Actor Nicky Katt Dies at 54

Nicky Katt, the actor known for his roles in TV shows like Boston Public and films such as A Time to Kill and Insomnia, has died at 54. Born on May 11, 1970, in South Dakota, Katt began acting at age 10 with a guest role on Fantasy Island. Katt went on to appear in … Read more

Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Four More IL Counties

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been detected in four more Illinois counties, including Putnam and Marshall. This neurological condition is always fatal to white-tailed deer and affects their long-term health. First reported in 2002 near Roscoe, CWD has now spread to 25 counties across northern Illinois, reaching as far south as Adams County. The new … Read more

Stocks and Bonds Reach Historic Highs Amid Tariff War

US financial markets experienced a volatile week as President Trump’s tariff plan sparked retaliation from China. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 5% for the week, while the S&P 500 nearly 6% and the Nasdaq Composite 7%. The market’s resiliency was noted by BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, who said he remains optimistic about capital markets … Read more

NASA Faces Massive $5 Billion Cut in 2026 Budget Request

The Trump White House has shared its draft version of the budget request for NASA, proposing a massive 20% cut to the agency’s overall budget. The cuts are expected to be devastating, with science programs facing nearly a 50% reduction in funding. The plan would slash $5 billion from the agency’s top line, affecting various … Read more

Paris Transforms to Reduce Air Pollution

Paris has undergone significant changes in the past 20 years to reduce air pollution. The city has added bike lanes, green spaces, and eliminated over 50,000 parking spots to promote alternative modes of transportation. Air pollution data shows a drastic decrease since 2007. The levels have shifted from a red zone indicating severe nitrogen dioxide … Read more

‘Chicken Jockey’ Trend Sparks Debate Over Cinema Etiquette and Power Dynamics

Warner Bros’ latest movie adaptation, A Minecraft Movie, has become a viral sensation among children, with many attending cinemas while carrying real-life chickens. The trend, dubbed “chicken jockey,” involves waiting for the moment when a zombie appears on screen alongside a chicken before erupting into chaos and hurling popcorn around the theatre. The phenomenon has … Read more