THE AMERICA ONE NEWS
May 31, 2025 |
0
| Remer,MNSponsor: QWIKET
Sponsor: QWIKET
Sponsor: QWIKET: Sports Knowledge
Sponsor: QWIKET: Elevate your fantasy game! Interactive Sports Knowledge.
Sponsor: QWIKET: Elevate your fantasy game! Interactive Sports Knowledge and Reasoning Support for Fantasy Sports and Betting Enthusiasts.
topic
America One News
18 Apr 2025
#illegals
Forbes: Inside Stiiizy, The World’s Best-Selling Weed Brand
James Kim's cannabis company, Stiiizy, has rapidly grown from a startup in 2017 to a $1.5 billion brand, generating over $800 million annually. With nearly 50 dispensaries across California and operations in seven states, Stiiizy is the top-selling cannabis brand in the U.S.
Despite facing allegations of black-market activity and legal challenges, Kim maintains that Stiiizy's reputation as an "outlaw" brand has bolstered its appeal. Aiming to become the "Nike of weed," Kim envisions Stiiizy as a lasting legacy in the cannabis industry.
Fox News: ICE arrests over 200 illegal aliens in New York City's 'most crime-infested neighborhoods'
ICE, in collaboration with federal law enforcement, arrested over 200 illegal immigrants in New York City and surrounding areas, targeting those with serious criminal histories. Many arrests followed local authorities' decisions to release individuals despite ICE detainers.
Among those apprehended were members of violent gangs and individuals with convictions for serious crimes, including sexual assault and murder. New York City Mayor Eric Adams supported the operation, emphasizing the need to remove dangerous individuals from the streets.
#society
GB News: Britons need to 'fight back' against efforts to erase Easter and support British culture, says Tory frontbencher Andrew Rosindell
Tory MP Andrew Rosindell has called for a "fight back" against what he perceives as efforts to erase Easter and diminish British culture. He criticized public bodies for removing references to Easter and urged for the union flag to be displayed prominently in schools and public buildings.
Rosindell emphasized the importance of maintaining Christian heritage in British culture and suggested that St. George's Day should be designated as a Bank Holiday. He expressed concern over the rise of political correctness and "woke" ideologies, advocating for a return to traditional values.
#foreignaffairs
Times Of Israel: New US envoy puts note with prayer from Trump in Western Wall: ‘For peace in Israel’
Mike Huckabee, the new U.S. ambassador to Israel, visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem shortly after his arrival. He placed a handwritten prayer note from President Trump into the wall, expressing hopes for peace in Israel and the return of hostages from Gaza. Huckabee's appointment has been well-received by Israel's settler movement.
During his confirmation, Huckabee emphasized his commitment to strengthening U.S.-Israel relations, despite past controversies regarding his pro-settler views and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. His visit and actions reflect the Trump administration's previous policies, including support for Israeli sovereignty in contested territories.
#economy
Forbes: Is The Stock Market Open Good Friday? Don’t Expect To See Much Movement In Your Brokerage Accounts.
U.S. stock and bond markets are closed on Good Friday, a unique observance that is not a federal holiday but still halts trading. Global markets also largely paused, with only China and Japan seeing positive movements. Normal trading will resume on Monday.
Most major banks and post offices will remain open, while some states observe Good Friday as a holiday, affecting local government operations. Traders anticipate volatility when markets reopen, with the S&P 500 index down nearly 6% for April.
#religion
Fox News: Martin Scorsese unravels St. Mary Magdalene's complex legacy in series finale of 'The Saints'
The final episode of "The Saints," narrated by Martin Scorsese, focuses on St. Mary Magdalene, exploring her life in first-century Galilee. The episode delves into her ambiguous background, challenging the notion that she was a prostitute, and highlights her role as a follower of Christ.
This installment concludes a series that began in November, featuring other Christian figures. "The Saints" is available for streaming on Fox Nation, coinciding with the Easter season.
#crime
Fox News: Venezuelan migrant arrested in sanctuary city for 6th time in 13 months days after prosecutors drop charges
Edmonds Peraza Cortez, a 25-year-old Venezuelan migrant, was arrested for armed robbery in Chicago, marking his sixth arrest in 13 months. He allegedly demanded money and belongings from a woman at gunpoint. Prosecutors had recently dropped other charges against him.
Cortez's release from electronic monitoring occurred just days before this incident. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson defended the city's sanctuary policies despite rising concerns about crime, while local representatives downplayed the significance of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants.