Oregon National Guard operation will cost the federal government at least $3.8 million, according to an official.
State officials have announced that deploying 200 members of the Oregon National Guard will cost the federal government at least $3.8 million. “For 80 days of service from these 200 members, the total will be around $3.8 million, not including additional logistics and pay allowances,” a state official mentioned during a recent meeting with the […]
Health insurance expenses for 22 million uncertain as shutdown starts
As the first government shutdown since 2019 unfolds, GOP leaders are asserting that they will boost subsidies for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) plan until at least mid-November. “We won’t let ourselves be held hostage over more than a trillion dollars in new spending while looking for a resolution,” said Senate Majority Leader John Thune […]
Connecticut player Christina Derevjanik makes history with $1.035 million win on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ — while her boss watches
A woman from Connecticut has made history on the iconic game show, Wheel of Fortune! Christina Derevjanick claimed a staggering $1,035,155 during Tuesday’s episode, the highest prize ever won on the show, all in the presence of her boss. “I have no words!” Derevjanick exclaimed in disbelief as she secured her win. The marketing manager […]
1 million pounds of cocaine captured in 2025, sufficient to endanger the lives of every American
In 2025, authorities seized a record £1 million worth of cocaine, prompting President Donald Trump’s intensified campaign against drug trafficking cartels. “A multi-agency task force based in Florida reported the seizure of £1 million in cocaine during the 2025 fiscal year, which amounts to 378 million doses, enough to potentially kill every American,” Fox News […]
NPR files a lawsuit against CPB regarding the $57.9 million shift in satellite funding to a different organization
Last week, National Public Radio (NPR) filed a request with a federal judge to stop the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) from reallocating millions in satellite funds to new nonprofits created by a group of public media organizations. NPR’s motion for a restraining order came shortly after CPB announced it would be granting a new […]
1.7 million discontinued Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN after Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension
Over 1.7 million subscribers have reportedly canceled their memberships to Disney’s streaming services, including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN, during a six-day span. According to the Handbasket newsletter, these cancellations occurred between September 17 and 23. This marks a notable increase in cancellations—around 436%—compared to the usual subscriber churn, as mentioned in the report. Many users […]
Job openings in the US remained nearly unchanged in August at 7.2 million
US Job Openings Show Stability Amid Economic Concerns WASHINGTON — Job openings in the U.S. have remained relatively stable last month, despite ongoing economic uncertainties linked to President Donald Trump’s trade policies and the looming threat of government shutdowns. On Tuesday, the Labor Bureau reported that job openings rose to 7.23 million from 7.21 million […]
Alphabet, the owner of YouTube, resolves Trump content lawsuit for $24.5 million
YouTube Settles with Trump for $24.5 Million President Donald Trump has secured a $24.5 million settlement from YouTube after his account was suspended in the aftermath of the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021. YouTube, part of Alphabet, is the last of three major social media companies that Trump took legal action against, following similar […]
58 million pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick items recalled due to wood fragments
New York (AP) – About £58 million worth of corndogs and similar sausage-on-a-stick products are being recalled across the U.S. after several consumers reported injuries, stating that pieces of wood might be embedded in the items. The recall, announced by the Agriculture Department’s Food Safety Inspection Service, pertains to Hillshire brand’s “State Fair Corn Dog […]
$1 million in whiskey taken in a bold theft from a Washington distillery
A significant whiskey heist this summer involved the theft of 12,000 bottles, marking a rare incident in the U.S. liquor industry. The worth of the stolen liquor is estimated at around $1 million. The Skagit Valley Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating, and enthusiasts are curious if the sought-after Garryana Whiskey, part of Westland Distillery’s first […]