The extended UAW strike at GM’s Spring Hill, Tennessee engine plant threatens to disrupt pickup truck production and create financial challenges, while Stellantis secures a contract agreement, leading to pay increases and facility investments, with the backing of President Biden and potential 2024 election implications.
Two American fighter jets bombed Syrian ammunition and weapon facilities in retaliation for attacks on US forces carried out by a group supported by Iran.
U.S. shifts stance on Israel-Hamas conflict, prioritizing humanitarian aid access and civilian protection.
In a recent development, Israel’s ground forces have entered Gaza with the potential for a ground invasion, intensifying the ongoing conflict with Hamas, while concerns grow over civilian casualties, humanitarian supplies, and international diplomatic efforts to mitigate the crisis.
Consumer Reports revealed on Wednesday that they discovered “worrying” levels of lead and cadmium in a range of chocolate products. They’re calling on Hershey to reduce the amounts of these heavy metals in their chocolate. In their study, they tested 48 chocolate products from various brands in various categories, like dark chocolate, milk chocolate, cocoa … Read more
Overnight, Israel Conducts Intensive Airstrikes in Southern Gaza in Response to Cross-Border Attacks; Syrian Media Reports Eight Soldiers Killed
Fierce confrontations persisted in southern Israel for nearly 36 hours following the infiltration of Iran-backed fighters from Gaza, igniting a conflict.
Elon Musk faces a lawsuit for allegedly promoting a false conspiracy theory involving Ben Brody, a California man. Brody’s legal action is based on Musk’s endorsement of social media posts comparing Brody to a White supremacist involved in a protest clash. The suit claims Musk falsely portrayed Brody as a federal agent in a neo-Nazi “false flag” operation. Brody seeks a minimum of $1 million in damages, represented by Mark Bankston, known for a defamation verdict against Alex Jones. This marks one of the first legal actions against Musk since his involvement with Twitter and right-wing conspiracy theories, sparking concern about his influence on public perception.
US Supreme Court Signals Support for Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Operations and Funding System
President Biden Reassures Allies on Ukraine Support Amid Funding Bill Concerns