Papua New Guinea PM blames extraordinary rainfall for deadly landslide | Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister James Marape has blamed “unusual rainfall” and changing weather patterns for several disasters in the Pacific island nation this year, including last week’s landslides that may have killed thousands. Part of a mountain in the Maipu-Muritaka region of Enga province in northern Papua New Guinea collapsed early last Friday, and […]
Illegal Immigrant Rapist, Child Sex Offender Snatched Up By ICE In Sweeping Operation
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arrested dozens of illegal immigrants with criminal convictions or pending criminal charges, including at least one rapist, in a targeted New Jersey operation, the agency announced Thursday. Deportation officers in Newark apprehended 38 illegal immigrants in a local operation spanning from April 15 to April 26, the agency announced. […]
Al Ruddy, Producer Of ‘The Godfather,’ Dies At 94
Legendary producer of “The Godfather,” Al Ruddy, died May 25 at the age of 94. The Hollywood icon is being remembered for his incredible talents and iconic contributions to the entertainment industry. Ruddy took home two Best Picture Oscars for his work producing “The Godfather” and “Million Dollar Baby.” Fellow celebrities have taken to social […]
Gold prices steady amid rate jitters, copper flat with China in focus By Investing.com – Investing.com
Investing.com — Gold prices were stable in Asian markets on Wednesday as attention remained on upcoming signals regarding U.S. inflation and interest rates, but a somewhat hawkish outlook for interest rates led traders to remain cautious on the metals market. Among industrial metals, copper prices also remained range-bound as optimism over China’s stimulus measures faded […]
Sofia Vergara Recalls Growing Up Around Cartel War In Colombia
Sofia Vergara appeared on Monday’s episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s (THR) Awards Chatter podcast and spoke about her experiences growing up around Colombia’s cartel wars. Vergara spoke about her personal connection to her latest role and her past growing up in Colombia. During the podcast, Vergara reflected on the harsh realities of growing up in […]
Florida man Peter Bradford Swing arrested for hit-and-run after police used teen’s earbud to track suspect
Police in Florida used an “unusual” method to track down a hit-and-run suspect with the help of a teenage victim and her earpiece. Peter Bradford Swing, 49, was arrested Friday after allegedly hitting a 15-year-old boy riding a bicycle in Jensen Beach around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Martin County Sheriff’s Office. Swing is accused of […]
Retired Navy officer Furman advances past GOP primary runoff to take on federally indicted Texas Democrat
Jay Furman defeated Lazaro Garza in the Republican primary runoff against Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar., He was indicted on federal conspiracy and bribery charges earlier this month. The winner of the Republican runoff primary for the 28th Congressional District was announced shortly after 8pm Tuesday night local time. Retired Navy officer Jay Furman and rancher […]
Review allows Gulf of Maine offshore wind research lease to proceed
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has completed an environmental review that will allow a wind power study lease offshore the Gulf of Maine to move forward with further work, including a power purchase agreement, officials announced Tuesday. Maine is proposing to place 12 offshore wind turbines producing 144 megawatts of electricity on a floating […]
Safeway Removes Self-Checkouts from Some Stores Due to Theft
Some Safeway stores in California’s Bay Area will stop installing self-checkout kiosks due to increasing theft issues. The grocery store chain said it would remove the kiosks from some stores but did not name the specific locations, KTVU said. report Monday. In a statement, Safeway explained: As a result of the increase in theft, certain […]
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales fends off hardline challenger in Texas House primary runoff
Rep. Tony Gonzalez (R-TX) is projected to overcome challenges from the right and win the Republican primary for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Gonzalez narrowly defeated YouTuber and gun enthusiast Brandon Herrera for the Republican race that covers San Antonio to El Paso. The Texas Republican failed to win more than […]