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Aug 9, 2025 |
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#politics
Breitbart: NO QUORUM: House Speaker Hits Fleeing Texas Dems in Pocketbook, Paychecks Held at Capitol, Budgets Cut
Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows announced financial penalties for Democrats who broke quorum by not attending a special session. Absent members will no longer receive electronic paychecks and will have to pick up their checks in person. Additionally, 30% of their operating budgets will be withheld.
Governor Greg Abbott is taking legal action to compel the return of absent Democrats, including civil arrest warrants enforceable beyond Texas. He aims to vacate the seats of those who refuse to attend, asserting that their absence constitutes a dereliction of duty.
Fox News: Crockett blames race for 'diva' label, says attacks prove she's 'arrived'
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett responded to allegations of fostering a "toxic" work environment in her office, attributing criticism to her success and race. She dismissed claims of her "diva" behavior, asserting that scrutiny is part of her role as a young Black woman in Congress.
Crockett emphasized that negative attention motivates her, while former staffers accused her of being disengaged and demanding. Despite the criticisms, she remains a vocal critic of former President Trump and often seeks media attention.
#foreignaffairs
Breitbart: Watch Live: Donald Trump Meets with Leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan for Peace Summit
President Trump hosted a peace summit at the White House on August 8, meeting separately with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. The summit aimed to finalize a peace agreement to resolve longstanding conflicts between the two nations.
Trump emphasized the importance of his role in negotiating peace, stating, “I love doing this because I save lives.”
#economy
GB News: Energy bills could be slashed by £250 a year under new pylon scheme - are you eligible?
The UK Government plans to reduce energy bills by £250 annually for households near new electricity pylons, aiming to support clean energy goals by 2030. Eligible homes within 500 meters of new infrastructure would receive £125 every six months for ten years.
This initiative seeks to alleviate local concerns about pylons and enhance energy infrastructure, which is expected to double in the next five years. The Labour party has criticized opposition calls for underground cables, arguing it would significantly raise costs.
#technology
The Economist: OpenAI’s latest step towards advanced artificial intelligence
OpenAI has launched GPT-5, its latest artificial intelligence model, in a presentation reminiscent of Apple's iconic product launches. The event, led by CEO Sam Altman, highlighted the model's tech specifications and live demonstrations, marking a continuation of AI's evolving trajectory.
While GPT-5 is an update rather than a groundbreaking shift, it underscores the ongoing advancements in AI technology and its potential implications for the future.