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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Condemns Elon Musk's 'Lies and Misinformation'
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Tesla CEO Elon Musk of spreading "lies and misinformation" that threaten the integrity of the United Kingdom's democracy. Starmer's comments come after Musk used his social media platform, X, to launch a series of attacks on the Labour government and several high-profile officials, including Jess Phillips, the safeguarding minister. 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Tesla CEO Elon Musk of spreading "lies and misinformation" that threaten the integrity of the United Kingdom's democracy. Starmer's comments come after Musk used his social media platform, X, to launch a series of attacks on the Labour government and several high-profile officials, including Jess Phillips, the safeguarding minister. -
Pentagon Reaches Landmark Settlement to Restore LGBTQ+ Veterans' Benefits and Honor
The Pentagon has reached a landmark settlement with a group of LGBTQ+ veterans, streamlining the process for those discharged under the discriminatory "don't ask, don't tell" policy to have their records corrected and their benefits restored. This settlement, which still awaits federal court approval, could impact thousands of former service members who were dismissed because of their sexual orientation. 
The Pentagon has reached a landmark settlement with a group of LGBTQ+ veterans, streamlining the process for those discharged under the discriminatory "don't ask, don't tell" policy to have their records corrected and their benefits restored. This settlement, which still awaits federal court approval, could impact thousands of former service members who were dismissed because of their sexual orientation. -
Capitol Braces for Unprecedented Security as Trump’s Jan. 6 Pardon Strategy Stirs Speculation
Four years after the storming of the U.S. Capitol by Donald Trump supporters, Congress convenes under heavy security to certify Trump's 2024 presidential election victory, marking his return to the White House despite his unprecedented legal history. The event underscores the political transformation since the January 6, 2021, attack and its lingering implications on American democracy. 
Four years after the storming of the U.S. Capitol by Donald Trump supporters, Congress convenes under heavy security to certify Trump's 2024 presidential election victory, marking his return to the White House despite his unprecedented legal history. The event underscores the political transformation since the January 6, 2021, attack and its lingering implications on American democracy. -
Decorated Green Beret Who Died in Las Vegas Blast Shared Struggles with PTSD and Trauma After Afghanistan
On New Year's Day, a highly decorated Green Beret, Matthew Livelsberger, died by suicide in a tragic and dramatic explosion outside the Trump International Las Vegas Hotel. The 37-year-old soldier, known for his exemplary military service, left behind messages revealing his internal struggles and frustrations, shedding light on the toll of combat and the challenges of mental health support within the military. 
On New Year's Day, a highly decorated Green Beret, Matthew Livelsberger, died by suicide in a tragic and dramatic explosion outside the Trump International Las Vegas Hotel. The 37-year-old soldier, known for his exemplary military service, left behind messages revealing his internal struggles and frustrations, shedding light on the toll of combat and the challenges of mental health support within the military. -
U.S. Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm Integrity Tech for Flax Typhoon Hacking Activities
The United States imposed sanctions on Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group on Friday, accusing the cybersecurity company of orchestrating widespread hacking campaigns under the state-sponsored group known as "Flax Typhoon." The decision, announced by the Treasury Department and the State Department, marks a significant escalation in Washington's efforts to counter Chinese cyberespionage targeting critical infrastructure and sensitive sectors worldwide. 
The United States imposed sanctions on Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group on Friday, accusing the cybersecurity company of orchestrating widespread hacking campaigns under the state-sponsored group known as "Flax Typhoon." The decision, announced by the Treasury Department and the State Department, marks a significant escalation in Washington's efforts to counter Chinese cyberespionage targeting critical infrastructure and sensitive sectors worldwide. -
Biden Blocks Nippon Steel’s Bid for U.S. Steel, Citing National Security Risks
President Joe Biden on Friday officially blocked the proposed $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, marking a significant assertion of executive authority. The decision underscores the administration's commitment to protecting domestic control over critical industries amid intensifying geopolitical and economic concerns. 
President Joe Biden on Friday officially blocked the proposed $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, marking a significant assertion of executive authority. The decision underscores the administration's commitment to protecting domestic control over critical industries amid intensifying geopolitical and economic concerns. -
FBI Confirms New Orleans Attacker Was ‘100% Inspired by ISIS’ in Deadly New Year’s Rampage and Planned Family Killings
Federal authorities confirmed Thursday that Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the perpetrator behind the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, acted alone in what they described as an Islamic State (IS)-inspired act of terrorism. The assault, carried out with a rented pickup truck, left 14 dead and at least 30 injured in the heart of the city's famed French Quarter. 
Federal authorities confirmed Thursday that Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the perpetrator behind the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, acted alone in what they described as an Islamic State (IS)-inspired act of terrorism. The assault, carried out with a rented pickup truck, left 14 dead and at least 30 injured in the heart of the city's famed French Quarter. -
Virginia Man Arrested After FBI Finds Over 150 Homemade Bombs, Marking Largest Seizure in Agency’s History
Federal authorities have arrested a Virginia man in what is being described as the largest seizure of completed explosive devices in FBI history. Brad Spafford, 36, was taken into custody on December 17 at his Isle of Wight County home, where agents discovered over 150 homemade bombs and a short-barrel rifle, court filings revealed. Spafford faces charges of unlawful possession of the unregistered firearm, with additional charges related to the explosives likely forthcoming. 
Federal authorities have arrested a Virginia man in what is being described as the largest seizure of completed explosive devices in FBI history. Brad Spafford, 36, was taken into custody on December 17 at his Isle of Wight County home, where agents discovered over 150 homemade bombs and a short-barrel rifle, court filings revealed. Spafford faces charges of unlawful possession of the unregistered firearm, with additional charges related to the explosives likely forthcoming. -
MTA Greenlit for $9 Manhattan Congestion Toll After Federal Court Ruling, But NJ Vows to Keep Fighting
New York City is poised to implement the nation's first congestion toll, set to begin on January 5, following a federal judge's ruling that largely sided with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and New York Governor Kathy Hochul. The controversial $9 toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street has ignited fierce opposition from New Jersey officials, who argue it will harm their communities by diverting traffic and increasing pollution. 
New York City is poised to implement the nation's first congestion toll, set to begin on January 5, following a federal judge's ruling that largely sided with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and New York Governor Kathy Hochul. The controversial $9 toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street has ignited fierce opposition from New Jersey officials, who argue it will harm their communities by diverting traffic and increasing pollution. -
China-Linked Hackers Infiltrate U.S. Treasury Systems in 'Major Cybersecurity Incident'
The U.S. Treasury Department has confirmed a major cybersecurity breach attributed to Chinese state-sponsored hackers. The attackers gained access to several Treasury workstations and unclassified documents by exploiting vulnerabilities in a third-party software service provider, BeyondTrust. The breach, which Treasury officials classified as a "major cybersecurity incident," has intensified concerns over cybersecurity threats from foreign actors. 
The U.S. Treasury Department has confirmed a major cybersecurity breach attributed to Chinese state-sponsored hackers. The attackers gained access to several Treasury workstations and unclassified documents by exploiting vulnerabilities in a third-party software service provider, BeyondTrust. The breach, which Treasury officials classified as a "major cybersecurity incident," has intensified concerns over cybersecurity threats from foreign actors.
