US Gymnast Simone Biles To Tesitfy Before Senate Over FBI Investigation Into Sex Offender Larry Nassar
Simone Biles and fellow Olympic gold medalists are set to appear before a U.S. Senate hearing into the FBI’s investigation into disgraced sports coach Larry Nassar.
NY Democrat Eric Adams Tells Financiers 'We Expect Something In Return' For Pro-Business Policies
New York politician Eric Adams pitched a partnership to business leaders in exchange for a priority placed on hiring more New Yorkers.
Are The White House And CDC At Odds Over Vaccine Boosters?
The White House and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are reportedly at odds over a plan for booster shots for COVID-19 that could delay its rollout on Sept. 20.
SEC Reaches Settlement With Companies Linked To Chinese Billionaire Over Illegal Stock Offerings
The SEC announced on Monday that it reached a settlement with several media companies linked to exiled Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui.
High Earners In New York City, California To See Steep Tax Hike Under Democrats' Tax Proposal
The top rate for individuals would also rise to 39.6%, a 3% surtax on those making more than $5 million and a capital gains tax hike to 28.8% from 23.8%.
Uber Says It Has 'No Plans' To Hire Drivers After Dutch Court Ruling
Uber says that it has no plans to hire new drivers in the Netherlands after a Dutch court ruled that they were employees and not contractors. The decision means Uber’s drivers in the country would be entitled to greater workers’ rights than if they were classified contractors.
Which States' Residents Owe The Most In Student Debt? Total Amount Is Over $1.7 Trillion
Student debt in the United States is a $1.7 trillion dollar problem and it is one that is not evenly felt across the country.
Prince Andrew Served With US Lawsuit Filed By Epstein Victim Virginia Giuffre
Prince Andrew, the Duke of Windsor and son of Queen Elizabeth, has been served with a civil lawsuit by Viriginia Giuffre, who accuses him of sexual abuse.
1 In 3 Women In US Air Force Say They Experienced Sexual Harassment In New Report
Women and minorities serving in the United States Air Force and Space Force experience harassment and discrimination in promotions, according to a new report released by the Air Force Inspector General.
Amazon Could Be Banned From 'Stressful' Labor Practices In This State
A new law that will do more to reduce “stressful labor conditions” has been completed by the California Senate and will take aim at the brutal conditions reported in Amazon warehouses.
UK Spy Chief Calls Afghanistan Withdrawal 'Morale Boost' For Extremists On Eve Of 9/11 Anniversary
The head of Britain’s MI5 warned that extremists around the world may be emboldened after seeing the Taliban’s victory in Afghanistan and the United States’ withdrawal on the eve of the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.
Why Is China Selling Off Its Oil Reserves?
China made a big announcement Thursday by revealing plans to start selling off more of its strategic oil reserves.
Gov. Ron DeSantis Files Emergency Appeal After Judge Tosses Out Ban On School Mask Mandates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis filed an emergency appeal on Thursday to restore his ban on school mask mandates after a lower court judge allowed school districts to continue allowing mandatory masking for returning children.
Biden Expected To Withdraw ATF Director Nomination Over Democratic Senators' Hesitation
President Joe Biden is expected to withdraw his nominee to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, David Chipman, after running into hesitation from key Democratic senators.
US Delta Variant Response: Biden Wants Required COVID Vaccinations For Federal Workers
President Biden is expected to announce plans to order all federal employees to be vaccinated as case numbers rise from the Delta variant.
Weekly Jobless Claims Reach New Low But Continuing Claims Worse Than Forecast
The U.S. Labor Department’s weekly job report shows that initial unemployment claims dropped to 310,000 filings, a new pandemic low that has been touted as proof of the U.S. economy’s continuing recovery. However, the number of Americans continuing to file is still worse than anticipated.
Biden Looks To Reopen Jerusalem Consulate Over Bennett's Objections
President Joe Biden has insisted that his administration will continue to seek the reopening of a U.S. consulate in Jerusalem against the objections of Israel and its Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, who is worried about the impact the consulate’s reopening would have on his fragile coalition.
Treasury Says Top 1% Dodge $163 Billion In Taxes Annually, Calls For Increased IRS Funding
The Treasury Department released a new report on Wednesday that shows how the top 1% of earners in the United States are dodging $168 billion in taxes annually to make the case for enhanced funding for the IRS.
Climate Change News: Biden Aims To Raise Solar Power From 3% to 45% Of US Energy Supply By 2045
The Biden administration unveiled an ambitious new plan that calls for a sharp increase in solar energy production.
Investment Giant BlackRock Responds To George Soros Criticism Over 'Bad Investment' In China
Investment giant Blackrock defended itself on Wednesday from criticism leveled by billionaire financier George Soros, who disagreed with its approach to investing in China.
Coinbase 'Caught Off Guard' By SEC Threat To Sue, CEO Accuses It Of Unfair Treatment
Cryptocurrency broker Coinbase hit back at the Security and Exchanges Commission (SEC) on Wednesday after it was threatened with an enforcement action.
Why Is An Exiled Chinese Billionaire Pushing Anti-Vaccine Misinformation in the US?
An exiled billionaire from China has been peddling anti-vaccination misinformation while at the same time pushing for the use of unproven COVID-19 treamtents on his online show.
Black Firefighter Sues FDNY For Discrimination, Retaliation After Racial Justice Protests
A Black firefighter with the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) has sued his agency for discrimination and retaliation for opposing the use of water hoses against racial justice protesters last summer.
Life In Outer Space? Elon Musk Invited To Talk 'Extraterrestrial Life' With Russian Space Chief
Dmitriy Rogozin, the head of Russia’s space agency Roscosmos, said that he was ready to host SpaceX's Elon Musk at his home so that they can discuss "exploring the universe, extraterrestrial life, and how we can use space to preserve life on Earth."
Fauci Rebukes DeSantis For Downplaying Importance Of Vaccines
Dr. Anthony Fauci said it is "completely incorrect" for Florida's Governor to claim that remaining unvaccinated does not affect the lives of others.
Marijuana Use Found To Double The Risk For Young People To Suffer A Heart Attack
Those under the age of 45 who use cannabis might be at double the risk of suffering a heart attack, according to the results of a new Canadian study.
Biden To Make Infrastructure Pitch During NY, NJ Visit Following Severe Floods
After floods from the remnants of Hurricane Ida left 50 people dead across the East Coast, President Joe Biden is set to make a pitch for modernizing the nation’s infrastructure.
6 Shows On The Road To A Series Finale Heading Into Fall 2021 TV Premiere Season And Beyond
Fall TV premiere season has arrived and these shows are coming back for their series finales.
Did Biden Oversell Vaccine Booster Plan?
Plans by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration to go forward with a nationwide vaccine booster program is being scaled back over concerns related to the Moderna vaccine and internal disagreements.
Alibaba Spooks Investors Over $15 Billion 'Common Prosperity' Donation
Alibaba, one of China’s largest technology companies, saw its stock valuation drop after it announced a donation was made in line with the “common prosperity” agenda being promoted by Beijing.