US and Iraqi officials drawing up plan that could see American troops pulling out as soon as next year
Washington and Baghdad are moving forward with plans to draw down U.S. troops in Iraq as early as next year. The United States and Iraq have reached an “agreement” on a plan to withdraw hundreds of US troops from Iraq by September 2025, with the rest by January 2027, a new report says. Reuters reported. […]
Bitcoin rebounds from its worst week in more than a year, jumping above $57,000 – CNBC
Bitcoin The stock surged overnight Monday, hitting more than $57,000, as Wall Street recovered from its worst week of the year. The flagship cryptocurrency's price rose 5.6% last week to $57,4449.00, according to Coin Metrics. Bitcoin fell 9% last week, marking its worst weekly performance since August 2023. Stock chart iconStock chart icon Bitcoin performance […]
More 9/11 first responders died from toxins last year, FDNY says
New York City Fire Department officials confirmed Monday that the number of 9/11 emergency responders who died from toxic exposure at Ground Zero has risen to 370, adding 28 more to the death toll over the past year. The grim statistics come as officials expect the numbers to grow and federal funding is on the […]
World’s first whole-eye and partial face transplant patient reflects 1 year after surgery
A year after his first full eye and partial face transplant, Aaron James is finding beauty in the everyday. He can finally enjoy solid food again, the simple pleasure of smelling something, and looking in the mirror doesn't make him shudder. And, while most people shy away from the DMV, James gladly traded in his […]
New cap on Medicare prescription drug costs to benefit 3 million next year – KOMO News
Seattle — At a time when many costs are rising, millions of Americans could soon see big savings on a key expense. “Previously, people who had a Medicare prescription drug plan had no limit on the amount they had to pay out of pocket each year,” said Lee Purvis, director of prescription drug policy for […]
Angel Reese announces her season is over as Caitlin Clark Rookie of the Year race may now be decided
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese was announced as questionable for the team's next game against the Dallas Wings on Saturday night, and announced at the X that her season is over due to injury. “I am overwhelmed with emotions after suffering this season-ending injury, but also overwhelmed with gratitude for what is to come. This […]
Cop Shot in U.S. Every 22 Hours This Year, Huge Increase During Biden-Harris Era, Says Police Union
Under the Biden-Harris administration, a police officer has been shot and killed in the United States every 22 hours this year, according to the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). More than 260 police officers have been shot and killed so far this year. “The war on police continues to rage in America,” FOP National Vice […]
$10,000 Tax Bonus Should Be Handed To Struggling American Workers Every Year, Says JPMorgan Chase CEO – The Daily Hodl
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said he supports changes to the tax code that would give working Americans and their families more relief from the IRS. In a new interview with PBS NewsHour, Dimon said: say The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) should be expanded to cover all low- and moderate-income workers, regardless of whether […]
‘Stay Tuned’: Boxer Ryan Garcia Vows December Comeback, Defying One Year Ban
Boxer Ryan Garcia is set to fight in December despite being suspended by the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) for testing positive for a banned substance, TMZ reports. The 26-year-old athlete TMZ Sports“You're going to see me fight in December,” Garcia said. “It's going to be a big fight. Stay tuned!” Garcia, who has […]
Jets’ Jermaine Johnson pushing to make big leap in Year 3
Most observers would consider last year to have been a breakout season for Jermaine Johnson. He recorded 7.5 sacks, 55 tackles, seven passes defended, 11 tackles for loss and one interception and was selected to the Pro Bowl as an alternate. But it didn't measure up to his standards. Jermaine Johnson speaks with reporters after […]