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 […]
Pro-Life Organization to Invest Almost $5 Million to Change Michigan Senate Seat
Pro-Life Group Invests in Michigan Senate Race Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America has announced a $4.5 million investment aimed at influencing Michigan’s upcoming Open Senate seat election. The organization plans to engage directly with 1 million voters by Election Day in 2026, utilizing various strategies such as digital ads, voter outreach emails, and early voting […]
American injured in LA immigration operation requests $50 million in federal claim
A U.S. citizen injured in a recent incident involving immigration enforcement in Los Angeles has submitted a $50 million federal tort claim against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and two of its agencies, alleging excessive force. Rafie Ollah Shouhed, 79, reported suffering from multiple broken ribs and brain damage after being forcibly taken to […]
Billionaire Houston Texans owner’s son alleges the NFL attempted to silence him and is suing for $60 million.
The son of Janice McNair, who owns the Houston Texans, is pursuing a $60 million lawsuit against the NFL, alleging “deliberate efforts to silence him,” as indicated by court filings. Robert Cary McNair Jr. claims the league has sidelined him due to his connections to family business dealings. He argues that the NFL wanted to […]
Mamdani commits to investing another $100 million for free legal aid for migrants at risk of deportation.
Taxpayers are facing a hefty additional cost of $100 million, which Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is highlighting as a key part of his platform to support illegal immigrants at risk of deportation. He points out, “40,000 of our residents are currently at urgent risk of deportation,” during an appearance on MSNBC’s The Weekend, noting […]