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5 Aug 2024
#illegals
Fox News: Taxpayers expected to save millions after COVID-era perk for illegal immigrants gets cancelled
ICE cuts a costly COVID-era program providing free video calls to detainees, saving taxpayers over $10 million a year. While access remains through Wi-Fi, budget crunches force tough choices in the ongoing border crisis.
Funding debates rage on as officials seek solutions.
#politics
Fox News: Trump's Georgia problem: 'Neck and neck' with VP Harris as candidates fight for battleground states
Georgia, once a GOP bastion, is now a pivotal battleground as Trump and Harris go head-to-head. Polls show them tied in a state that flipped blue in 2020, raising the stakes for both parties. Trump's past actions linger, while Harris rallies progressive support.
With shifting demographics, including more educated suburban voters and a significant Black electorate, Trump's challenge lies in overcoming resistance and capitalizing on any weaknesses in the Democrat base. The outcome could tip the scales in the 2024 race.
#society
The Western Journal: ‘Monopolist’ Google’s Core Business Violates Antitrust Laws: Major Ruling
The court finally dealt a blow to Google, labeling it a "monopolist" for sidelining rivals and exercising unfair practices in the search engine market, marking the first serious U.S. antitrust victory over a tech giant in two decades.
While some small rulings favored Google, the fallout from the judge’s decision could shake the foundations of its ad revenue and market dominance.
The Telegraph: Three police officers injured as riots break out in Plymouth
Plymouth erupted in violence as riots injured three police officers and damaged property while protesters clashed, some throwing projectiles. With 150 officers deployed, police branded the chaos “sustained violence” in response to escalating tensions over a recent tragic event.
Local leaders condemned the assailants, asserting that hate and violence have no place in their city, emphasizing Plymouth's strength in diversity. The ongoing unrest highlights a community grappling with the aftermath of a knife attack that claimed three young lives.
The Mirror: Elon Musk slammed by Starmer over claim 'civil war is inevitable' after UK riots
Downing Street reprimanded Elon Musk for suggesting civil war was “inevitable” in the UK amid a weekend of violent riots targeting asylum seekers. Officials condemned his comments, emphasizing that they stem from a minority and that communities are rising to rectify the chaos.
The government is probing rampant misinformation online, linked to potential foreign state actors enhancing discord. They stress the need for social media companies to curb illegal content immediately, even prior to stricter online safety laws taking effect.
#military
Forbes: Several US Personnel Injured In Attack In Iraq
A pair of rockets lanced into the night at al-Asad air base in Iraq, injuring several U.S. personnel under the dark cloud of rising tensions in the Middle East. Iran's threats of vengeance for a Hamas leader's death loom large, promising trouble ahead.
The shadows are long, and the stakes, high. The post-attack assessment is just the beginning of gauging how deep the wounds run.
#culture
The Western Journal: Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker Gets Contract Update from Team After Controversial Speech About Women
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker snagged a lucrative four-year extension, becoming the highest-paid kicker despite backlash over his traditional views on marriage and women's roles expressed at a recent speech. Critics, notably left-wing feminists, are calling for his cancellation.
His views stirred controversy with a local journalist demanding his exit from the team while the NFL distanced itself from Butker's opinions, emphasizing their commitment to inclusion. Amidst this storm, Butker's contract solidifies his position, both on and off the field.
#health
Forbes: Updated COVID Vaccines Are Coming: Effectiveness, Who’s Eligible And More
Drug manufacturers are rolling out updated COVID-19 vaccines targeting the KP.2 variant, showing greater effectiveness than earlier shots. The FDA recommends these vaccines for everyone six months and older as new strains circulate ahead of the upcoming fall and winter seasons.
Unlike previous years, the vaccines won't be free, but coverage through insurance is available. The CDC is working on funding a program for uninsured adults after previous efforts were cut short.
#crime
Fox News: Previously deported illegal immigrant charged in California armed robbery spree: DOJ
Two men, Jesus Soto-Parada and Daniel Pavon, are charged with a crime spree that hit eight Southern California convenience stores. Fleeing after a robbery, they were apprehended, with evidence linking them to an operation that netted nearly $14,000 in cash.
Soto-Parada, previously deported, returned to the U.S. to continue his life of crime, while Pavon justified his gun possession as self-defense. They now face hefty federal charges that could lock them away for decades.