U.N. Security Council Prepares for Another Resolution Demanding Israel Stop Fighting Hamas
According to multiple reports on Tuesday, Algerian representatives were preparing to submit a draft resolution to the UN Security Council calling on Israel to halt its self-defense operations against the terrorist group Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting on Tuesday after Israel carried out airstrikes on Sunday in […]
Texas state House Republican who led Paxton impeachment effort fends off Trump-backed challenger
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Texas) is expected to win Tuesday’s primary runoff election, narrowly defeating a conservative challenger backed by former President Trump, according to Decision Desk HQ. Phelan’s reelection effort drew national attention last year when he presided over the impeachment trial of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican, on charges of […]
Washington state teen, 19, plummets 400 feet near iconic High Steel Bridge and survives
A 19-year-old man survived a fall into a 400-foot ravine beneath a popular bridge in Washington state over Memorial Day weekend, authorities said. The Mascon County Sheriff’s Office said the man fell Saturday while attempting to walk under the High Steel Bridge, one of the highest railroad bridges in the United States. According to the […]
T-Mobile to buy almost all of US Cellular in deal worth $4.4 billion
T-Mobile will acquire U.S. Cellular’s wireless communications business and certain spectrum assets for $4.4 billion, further consolidating the industry. T-Mobile will gain more than 4 million new customers and gain control of approximately 30 percent of U.S. Cellular’s wireless communications business and spectrum assets across multiple frequency bands. T-Mobile also plans to enter into new […]
Israeli Military Suspects Hamas Munitions Caused Deadly Rafah Fire
The deadly fire that broke out in Rafah on Sunday night following an Israeli airstrike outside a designated “humanitarian zone” may have been caused by a secondary explosion of Hamas munitions near a civilian safety zone, the Israeli military said. The strike killed several senior Hamas officials and drew international condemnation for apparent civilian casualties, […]
Oregon Officials Accused of Cutting Funding to Christian Group over Statement of Faith
Oregon nonprofit Christian mission organization Struggling The court complaint alleges that state agencies placed conditions on funding when hiring workers who didn’t share their beliefs. The organization, known as 71Five Ministries in Medford, Said Its mission is “to share God’s story of hope with young people through trusting relationships in every appropriate way.” Taking its […]
Umpire Joe West defends Angel Hernandez after retirement
Angel Hernandez has at least one ally. A major league umpire who has often been criticized for his in-game calls is retiring this week after more than 30 years of officiating games at the highest level. Hernandez, 62, has faced criticism from fans, coaches and players throughout his career but has an advocate in former […]
Canadian MP’s wear bracelets to mark ‘Menstrual Hygiene Day’
Some Canadian Members of Parliament celebrated “Menstrual Hygiene Day” by wearing bracelets. “If you don’t bring toilet paper to work, you shouldn’t have to bring pads or tampons either. We’ve changed that. We’ve given away free menstrual products to federally regulated workplaces. This bracelet is for Menstrual Hygiene Day,” said Seamus O’Regan Jr. post X […]
Timberwolves outlast Mavericks to force Game 5
DALLAS — Karl-Anthony Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half and the Minnesota Timberwolves held off the Dallas Mavericks 105-100 on Tuesday night to avoid a sweep in the Western Conference finals. Anthony Edwards had 29 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists as the Timberwolves reached the conference finals for the […]
Shaq, Charles Barkley devastated by death of Bill Walton
The basketball world was still mourning the death Monday of beloved former player and announcer Bill Walton as “Inside the NBA” aired Tuesday ahead of Game 4 between the Mavericks and Timberwolves. The “Inside the NBA” crew took the time to remember the basketball and broadcasting legend, with solemn tributes from Charles Barkley and Shaquille […]