Author: Emily Harper

Former FBI Director Under Legal Scrutiny Former FBI Director James Comey is expected to be indicted on criminal charges in federal court in Virginia, according to reports from MSNBC. Comey, who was dismissed by former President Donald Trump during his first term, has long been a target of Trump’s criticism and accusations. The potential indictment follows the sudden resignation of Erik Siebert, the interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, who allegedly resisted pressure to bring charges against Comey. Siebert was replaced by Lindsey Halligan, a lawyer with prior ties to Trump, who took over as interim U.S.…

Millions Displaced Across Asia Nearly two million residents in southern China were evacuated as Typhoon Ragasa battered one of the world’s most densely populated coastlines. The storm, which had already caused deadly flooding in Taiwan and destruction in the Philippines, paralyzed Hong Kong, Macao and parts of Guangdong province before weakening to a severe tropical storm. Authorities in Guangdong confirmed that 1.89 million people had been relocated ahead of landfall. Tens of thousands of fishing vessels were moved to safer waters, while more than 38,000 firefighters were placed on standby. Coastal cities like Zhuhai ordered mandatory evacuations for high-rise residents…

On December 4, 2024, Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel in Manhattan.Authorities say the killing was captured on surveillance footage and that the bullets’ casings bore the words “delay,” “deny,” and “depose”—phrases reminiscent of insurance-industry tactics.In early December, law enforcement arrested Luigi Nicholas Mangione, a 27-year-old man from Maryland, on federal charges in connection with the killing. Mangione has pleaded not guilty to federal murder charges, and prosecutors have signaled their intent to seek the death penalty in the case. In the state courtroom, a judge recently dismissed terrorism…

The 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study, conducted by J.D. Power, shows that traveler satisfaction across North American airports rose by an average of 10 points on a 1,000-point scale. The improvement is notable given the sustained high passenger volumes and ongoing flight delays. Gains were reported across all three airport categories—mega, large, and medium—driven mainly by enhanced food, beverage, and retail services, as well as smoother passenger movement through terminals. Overall Increase in Passenger Evaluations By category, the results show an increase of 8 points for mega airports, 15 points for large airports, and 10 points for medium-sized facilities.…

NFL Returns to Ireland The National Football League will make a long-awaited return to Ireland this Sunday when the Minnesota Vikings face the Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park in Dublin. Kickoff is scheduled for 14:30 BST, with live text commentary beginning an hour earlier on the BBC Sport website and app. Dublin will become the fourth European city to host a regular-season NFL game, joining London, Frankfurt and Barcelona. The announcement was made earlier this year at the Super Bowl in New Orleans, creating buzz on both sides of the Atlantic. For many Irish fans, it marks the fulfillment of…

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) confirmed that Tropical Storm Narda strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane late Monday evening over the eastern Pacific Ocean, southwest of Mexico. At its latest advisory, the hurricane had maximum sustained winds of 85 mph (137 kph) with higher gusts recorded. The storm’s center was positioned about 295 miles (475 kilometers) southwest of Manzanillo, a major port city in the state of Colima. It was tracking westward at a speed of 13 mph (20 kph), moving away from land but still capable of generating indirect coastal impacts. Narda’s Conditions and Current Strength Narda’s pressure was…

President Donald Trump recently sparked controversy by suggesting that Tylenol, one of the world’s most widely used painkillers, could be linked to autism in children. The comments were made during a campaign appearance, where he referenced the use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy. Trump’s remarks mirrored earlier, unsubstantiated claims from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has long advanced conspiracy theories about vaccines and medications. The statement drew immediate criticism from medical experts, who highlighted that no credible scientific evidence supports such a connection. For decades, acetaminophen has been a cornerstone of over-the-counter pain and fever relief, trusted…

Veteran of Polaris Dawn NASA’s newest class of astronaut candidates includes a trailblazer with previous spaceflight experience. Biomedical engineer Anna Menon, 39, has already been to orbit as part of SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission, making her one of the rare NASA astronaut candidates who had traveled to space before selection. In September 2024, Menon and three crewmates flew aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon Resilience, reaching an altitude of 870 miles — the highest crewed flight since Apollo. The mission also staged the first private spacewalk, expanding the frontiers of commercial spaceflight. Biomedical expertise At NASA’s announcement ceremony in Houston, Menon emphasized…

Britain is preparing to loosen restrictions on skilled immigration routes to make the country a more appealing destination for highly qualified workers. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves outlined this position during an event in London, saying the UK government intends to provide simpler, faster, and more competitive paths for specialists from abroad. Government Response to U.S. Visa Fee Increase Her comments came just days after the United States raised the cost of its H-1B visa programme, a key route for companies seeking to recruit engineers, programmers, and researchers from overseas. Reeves made clear that London sees this moment as an opportunity…

A Sudden Withdrawal President Donald Trump abruptly canceled a scheduled meeting with top congressional Democrats, intensifying the standoff in Washington just a week before a potential government shutdown. The meeting had been planned as part of negotiations to keep the government funded beyond the looming deadline. Trump announced his decision on social media, accusing Democrats of making “unserious and ridiculous demands.” He said no talks with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer could be productive unless they shifted their positions. The president singled out Democratic efforts to repeal elements of his domestic policy law, particularly…