The widespread use of certain chemical or synthetic fire suppressants may be leading to heavy metal contamination in wildfire-prone areas, a new study has found. Wildland firefighters often supplement the …
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Four open seats complicating Democrats’ path to the majority
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe Democratic effort to flip control of the House in next week’s elections has been complicated by key retirements that have expanded the battleground for Republicans in the final stretch …
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Shapiro says Harris’s Ellipse speech was effective moment of symbolism
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said Vice President Harris did an “excellent job” in her speech at the Ellipse rally adding that she painted a stark contrast between herself and …
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‘Small number’ of North Korean troops spotted near Russia-Ukraine border: Pentagon
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe U.S. has assessed a “small number” of North Korean troops are present in Russia’s Kursk border region, with fears they could soon join the fight in Ukraine, the Pentagon’s …
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday said the rally hosted by former President Trump at Madison Square Garden is the “opposite of Nazism” as Democrats seek to paint the right …
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Laser archeology finds lost Maya cities hidden under forests
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesLaser imaging of the rainforests of Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula have turned up thousands of ancient Maya structures — and an entire previously unknown city, a new study has found. By flying …
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Israel passes law banning UN humanitarian relief agency for Palestinians
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIsrael passed a law on Monday banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), according to multiple reports. Israel’s legislature, the Knesset, …
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Stewart Rhodes’s ex-wife, son say they fear for their safety if Trump pardons Oath Keepers founder
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe ex-wife and son of the founder of the Oath Keepers are expressing concern that their safety could be compromised if former President Trump pardons Stewart Rhodes in a potential …
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Trump spokesperson: Rally comedian made joke in ‘poor taste’
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesTrump spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said jokes made by the comedian Tony Hinchcliffe about Puerto Rico, Jews and other ethnicities at Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally Sunday night were in “poor taste,” …
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Former President Trump and Vice President Harris have diverged sharply over how to handle Ukraine and NATO, with Harris pledging to continue strong support of Kyiv and engagement with allies, …