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Venezuela reels from the devastating twin earthquakes, as survivors—some with nothing left, others just seeking care—flock to NGOs for aid. Mobile clinics, kitchens, and field hospitals have sprung up in La Guaira, while the UN calls for $300 million to assist 1.3 million people. Beyond broken bones, chronic illnesses and infections are surging due to overcrowding and poor sanitation. Doctors repo...

A Mexican homebuilder shot and killed by an ICE officer in Houston is sparking outrage and calls for accountability. The agency blames the officer’s actions on self-defense after Salgado Araujo allegedly rammed their vehicle during a traffic stop — but no body cameras were on at the time, citing a government shutdown. The family and Democrats demand an independent investigation, questioning ICE’s...

A Chinese-American woman, Lijuan Chen, 53, got a two-year, six-month prison sentence and owes over $158 million in restitution after running a massive counterfeit postage scheme that cost the USPS $150 million. She used fake stamps to ship nearly 9 million packages — mostly for Chinese e-commerce businesses seeking cheaper rates — and her husband, who fled to China after being questioned, helped s...

Former CFO of The Epoch Times, Weidong Guan, pleaded guilty to laundering over $67 million in criminal proceeds—including fraudulently obtained unemployment funds—through the company’s accounts using cryptocurrency from 2020 onward. Guan admitted he knew the money was illicit but chose not to investigate, calling it a “tremendous lapse in judgment.” He faces up to ten years in prison. Prosecutors...

Costco’s latest legal trouble centers on Orgain’s organic plant-based protein powder, accused of hiding toxic heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and arsenic — substances that could have been avoided if consumers had been warned. Plaintiffs, health-conscious buyers who trusted Costco’s quality, say they’d never pay premium prices for a product they didn’t know was contaminated. The suit demands compe...

A man accused of fatally shooting a National Guard member near the White House is now hospitalized after refusing to eat for weeks, prompting emergency intervention. Prosecutors say his hunger strike endangered his life, and courts may authorize forced feeding to save him. The Afghan national, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, faces first-degree murder charges for the November 2025 ambush that killed Speciali...

Health insurance premiums are set to jump 14% on average for 2027 as ACA insurers brace for another steep hike — fueled by soaring medical costs, expired subsidies, and shifting policy landscapes. Rising demand for pricey drugs, a sicker insured pool, and even AI-driven billing practices are pushing rates higher. Consumers should brace for higher costs and shop carefully during October’s open enro...

The Federal Reserve is shaking up its playbook by bringing in tech titans, top economists, and global banking veterans to overhaul its strategies. Led by Chair Kevin Warsh, five new task forces — including one on AI co-led by Marc Andreessen — are tackling everything from data sources to communication and balance sheet management. With the U.S. economy evolving faster than ever, the Fed is seeking...

Older adults are more afraid of becoming a burden than dying or losing their minds—46% say it’s a major concern. Losing independence tops the worry for 60%, revealing how deeply we value self-sufficiency. Experts say embracing “interdependence” is key: planning early, talking openly, and reframing caregiving as a chance for family to give back can ease anxiety and prevent future stress. Listen in...

Federal prosecutors dropped explosive charges against eight men accused of plotting a drone-and-sniper assault on a UFC event held at the White House in June. The indictment, filed in Ohio, details two conspiracies: aiding terrorists and attempting murder on federal land, including targeting a government official. The plot allegedly began in May, with the group amassing weapons, explosives, drones...

Authorities return to an Irvine teen’s home for a second probe into his chemistry lab after neighbors spotted suspicious drums—this time with FBI and EPA hazardous materials teams on scene. The materials under review are reportedly leftovers from a prior investigation, moved to the family’s new residence after the first probe ended. The teen, now 18 and a UC Irvine grad in biological sciences, is...

The New World screwworm fly—once eradicated from the U.S. for 50 years—is making a deadly comeback in Texas and New Mexico, with over 30 confirmed cases, including two in dogs. This flesh-eating parasite, which can infect any mammal, has migrated north from Panama since 2024 and poses a serious threat to livestock, pets, wildlife, and even humans. Newborn animals and those with wounds are most vul...

California’s AI boom and tech IPOs are fueling a revenue surge, prompting lawmakers to push a November ballot measure that could double the state’s rainy day fund and exempt reserves from spending limits—aiming for fiscal stability amid volatile tax income, but sparking debate over whether it gives too much power to politicians at the expense of taxpayers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a So...

Wally Funk, the pioneering aviator and trailblazer who became the oldest person to travel to space at 82 aboard Blue Origin, has passed away at 87. Once denied a chance to fly with NASA despite being one of the first female astronaut trainees, she finally soared into orbit in 2021 — fulfilling a lifelong dream. A member of the legendary “Mercury 13,” she proved her mettle against the odds, embodyi...

Folks are camping out overnight, sleeping on courthouse steps, fighting for one of just 14 public seats at Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing — the man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk. With livestreams and media frenzy fueling the frenzy, security’s cracked down on tents and line-cutting, while wristbands — even fake ones — became a battleground. One journalist showed up at 2:30 AM after a frie...

UK police warn that online tech is now the frontline in a growing security crisis, with hostile foreign governments and far-right extremists ramping up digital operations—targeting teens, blending gaming and music with radical propaganda, and fueling real-world violence, while calls grow for tech giants to urgently step in to curb the spread of hate and dangerous content. Listen in comfort: Get a...

A deadly fire at a shoe factory in Jinjiang, China, killed 28 people, sparking national outrage and calls for accountability. The blaze, which erupted on the first floor of a five-story building housing 237 workers, was fueled by flammable shoe materials and blocked by hazardous storage in stairwells. President Xi Jinping ordered a full investigation, and factory owners have been arrested with ass...

A mother’s tearful claim that her seven-month-old was kidnapped in a Yucaipa parking lot sparked a community frenzy—complete with vigils and rewards—until surveillance footage and digital evidence exposed a chilling cover-up: the baby had been dead for weeks. The parents’ inconsistent stories and suspicious parking choices raised red flags. The father pleaded guilty to murder, getting over thirty...

West Palm Beach’s airport officially rebranded as President Donald J. Trump International Airport, with new signage rolling out and the first flight under the new name — “Trump Force One” — landing on Thursday. Eric Trump celebrated the moment, posting about his pride seeing DJT on his boarding pass. The $5.5 million makeover, approved by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, marks a major honor for the...

The Cal State Long Beach Shark Lab, the nation’s oldest shark research program, is on the brink of collapse due to a funding crisis. With state grants depleted and only a private donation keeping operations alive through September, the lab risks shutting down its vital shark tagging, lifeguard safety training, and educational outreach—including beloved Shark Shacks for kids. Their groundbreaking r...

An immigration officer shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston after he allegedly failed to stop during a traffic stop, with ICE claiming it was self-defense. But Salgado Araujo’s family, who say he was nearly legally authorized and had built a life and business in the U.S. for 35 years, reject that narrative — calling him a devoted father and hardworking dreamer. They held a public memo...

Mexico is escalating its pushback against U.S. immigration enforcement, formally requesting criminal charges for 17 Mexicans who died in custody or during raids — a symbolic move that signals it’s no longer willing to stay silent. President Claudia Sheinbaum vows to hold the U.S. accountable, even as tensions rise and Mexico pursues civil lawsuits against detention contractors. The latest flashpoi...

Trump’s ceasefire with Iran is in flux as he signals possible U.S. military action while claiming attacks don’t equal full war — a move experts say may be a negotiating tactic. Mediators from Pakistan, Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia scramble to salvage the fragile deal amid rising mistrust. Iran accuses the U.S. of violating the ceasefire, while Trump’s recent threats of new strikes and mi...

Another Memphis resident is dead after a deadly encounter with a federal task force — marking the second fatal shooting in just four days and the fourth death linked to the unit since its September launch. DEA agents serving a drug warrant at a hotel forced entry when the suspect didn’t open the door, leading to gunfire and the suspect’s death. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is now probing...

The U.S. housing market may be hitting an oversupply tipping point, with new construction catching up to demand that’s slowed by demographic shifts — potentially triggering nationwide price drops and rent declines. After years of tight markets fueled by low rates and millennial homebuying, builders are now flooding the market, especially with apartments. While this could ease affordability for buy...