WWII soldier who died in Japanese POW camp identified 81 years later
Military scientists have identified the remains of an Illinois soldier who died in a Japanese POW camp in the Philippines during World War II. The remains of Army Pfc. Harry Jerere of Berkeley, Illinois, was identified in December, nearly 81 years after he died of pneumonia at the Cabanatuan POW camp, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting […]
Meet the man who has worked at Bronx Zoo for 50 years as the animal refuge turns 125
It’s a Bronxtail. For 125 years, the Bronx Zoo has captivated and inspired visitors with gorillas, tigers, lemurs, and other exotic and beautiful creatures. “Visitors see the care, dedication and passion of our staff to make sure these animals are properly cared for,” said Jim Breheny, 64, Bronx Zoo director and Throgs Neck native. I […]
North Carolina Man to Serve 30+ Years After Mailing Fentanyl to Man Who Eventually Overdosed
A North Carolina man has been sentenced to more than 30 years in prison for selling fentanyl to an Iowa man who ultimately suffered a fatal overdose, officials announced. Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office investigators say James Adam Arwood, 39, has been in prison for decades after being convicted of distributing controlled substances, heroin and fentanyl […]
Oklahoma City bombing: FBI agent reflects on response to attack 29 years later
Nearly 30 years ago, Ret. FBI Special Agent Barry Black, with only one year of experience as a bomb technician, responded to the deadliest domestic terrorist attack in U.S. history. When Black arrived at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, which houses the offices of about 500 government employees, around 9:30 a.m. on April 19, […]
12-year-old boy missing for nearly 4 years found dead in attic of New York home where sex offender reportedly lived
The body of a 12-year-old boy who had been missing for many years has been found. Found in the attic A New York residence where the sex offender reportedly lived a sober life. Jalen Griffin left his home to go to the grocery store on August 4, 2020, but was never seen alive. Three and […]
This year’s National Action Plan is a missed opportunity to stand up for workers
In today’s globalized economy, multinational corporations play an increasingly important role in determining the treatment of workers. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recognized this when he announced that the Biden administration would prepare policy in 2021. National Action Plan for Responsible Business Conduct It addresses the need for businesses to protect workers by “raising local […]
Dubai rocked by heaviest downpour in 75 years and fatal floods following cloud-seeding missions
The United Arab Emirates and neighboring countries have been hit by record rainfall this week, resulting in devastating flooding, dozens of deaths, significant damage and the diversion of flights. Government meteorologists suggested early on that the UAE’s well-known geoengineering efforts were at least partially to blame. But now that the body count is known, the […]
Feds Arrest Migrant Shoplifting Gang After Five Years in New England
Federal agents have finally begun arresting a suspect affiliated with an organized crime ring of immigrants accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars in merchandise from stores across New England. Announced by the US Department of Homeland Security. arrest Marvin Estuardo Morales de Paz, 33 years old. Abraham Dager-Enrique, 24 years old. Sebastian Rajuji […]
Nearly 25K Chinese at U.S. Borders in 6 Months, 37K% Increase in 3 Years
Under President Joe Biden, the number of Chinese nationals crossing the border has increased by more than 37,000 percent in just three years, new data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reveals. In the past six months, corresponding to the first half of fiscal year 2024, 25,000 A Chinese national crosses the U.S. border […]
Perfect pie crust today includes lard, which has returned to glory after years of bad publicity
Lard was the canary for culinary correctness in the coal mine. Rendered pork fat has been widespread in human diets for centuries. It was used to fry everything from dough to chicken, and was an essential ingredient in pie making. Lard tragically fell out of favor with the public during World War I over monounsaturated […]