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New York's New Shield Against Global Crime

December 11, 2025

In a bold move, New York has just launched a unique team to fight crime that crosses borders. This isn't just any team—it's a first-of-its-kind group called the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) New York. The goal? To take down big criminal groups that operate in many countries. These groups are i

entertainment

Variety Shines at National Awards

December 9, 2025

Variety has done it again, taking home a whopping 20 awards at the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards. This is a big jump from the 14 they won last year. They won in all sorts of categories, from news and business reporting to commentary and photography. Chris Willman, their chief mu

technology

Moon Race: Can the U. S. Beat China Back to the Moon?

December 5, 2025

The U. S. is in a tight spot. China is making big moves to send people to the Moon. Meanwhile, the U. S. is still figuring out its next steps with the Artemis program. Lawmakers are starting to worry that China might beat the U. S. back to the Moon. They're asking tough questions about how to speed

crime

Protecting Epstein's Victims: A Call for Better Safeguards

November 27, 2025

A recent release of documents by the House Oversight Committee has caused significant distress among alleged victims of Jeffrey Epstein. The files contained unredacted names and personal information of dozens of victims, including minors at the time of the abuse. This oversight has raised serious co

crime

Justice in the Spotlight: DOJ's Epstein Files Under Fire

November 26, 2025

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is under the microscope again, this time for its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. A federal judge has ordered the DOJ to speed up the processing of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. This request is about the Trump administration's decision in July to

politics

Unveiling the Epstein Files: A Political Chess Game

November 17, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, former President Trump has taken to social media to push House Republicans to vote for the release of documents tied to the controversial figure Jeffrey Epstein. He claims this move is a way to show they have "nothing to hide. " But is it really that simple? Trump's

politics

Unraveling the Epstein Files: Power, Politics, and a Shift in Justice

November 15, 2025

Jeffrey Epstein's emails have sparked a fresh wave of scrutiny, with Donald Trump's name popping up repeatedly. Yet, when Trump called for an investigation into other influential figures mentioned in the emails, his own name was conspicuously absent. This move has raised eyebrows, especially since A

business

The Downfall of a Financial Leader: Bradley Heppner's Alleged Fraud

November 5, 2025

Bradley Heppner, once a prominent figure in the financial world, now faces serious allegations. The U. S. Department of Justice has charged him with securities fraud, wire fraud, and other crimes. These charges are tied to his time as the chair of GWG Holdings, a financial services company that went

sports

Yoshinobu Yamamoto: The Unlikely Hero of the Dodgers

October 26, 2025

Yoshinobu Yamamoto might not look like your typical baseball superstar, but his recent performances are making it hard to ignore him. Standing at just 5-foot-10, he doesn't have the intimidating presence of other top pitchers. Instead, he has a friendly demeanor and a smile that makes him seem more

entertainment

Kingstown's Crime Drama: A Closer Look at the Cast

October 26, 2025

The upcoming fourth season of Kingstown's gripping crime drama brings back familiar faces and introduces new ones. This show, created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon, has been a hit since its debut in 2021. It's known for its intense storytelling and talented cast. Jeremy Renner stars as Mike Mc