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Justice Department Slow to Release Epstein Files, Lawmakers Respond New York – A judge has ruled that members of Congress who pushed for a law requiring the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cannot directly intervene in Maxwell’s criminal case to speed up the process. The ruling comes after Representatives Ro Khanna, a Democrat, and Thomas Massie, a Republican, sought to ensure the quick release of over two million documents related to investigations into Epstein and Maxwell. The two congressmen were sponsors of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which was signed into law. The…

An Illinois congressional candidate has raised eyebrows after missing a campaign event due to what she describes as “sleep attacks” stemming from a chronic illness. Kat Abughazaleh, a former staffer for a left-leaning media organization, is vying to represent Illinois’s Ninth Congressional District. She explained in a statement that her narcolepsy causes her to experience extreme fatigue and occasional episodes where she is unable to stay awake. This, she says, led to her sleeping through alarms, calls, and even her campaign manager’s attempts to wake her. The event Abughazaleh missed was a candidate forum hosted by a progressive network heavily…

Astronaut Suni Williams Retires After Dedicated Service to NASA After 27 years of service to the nation, NASA astronaut Suni Williams has retired. NASA announced her departure, which took effect at the close of December, marking the end of an era for a woman who has significantly contributed to space exploration. Williams is known for her hard work and dedication to the American space program. Her career included a notable, extended stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS) during a Boeing Starliner test flight that faced some unexpected challenges. Administrator Jared Isaacman praised Williams as a “trailblazer.” He noted that…

Ashton Kutcher Speaks Out on Hygiene Habits Actor Ashton Kutcher is setting the record straight about his personal hygiene. After some comments he and his wife, Mila Kunis, made a few years back led people to believe they weren’t frequent shower-takers, Kutcher is clarifying things. Kutcher told People magazine that the reaction to his previous remarks was “the craziest thing of all time.” He explained that a comment made on a podcast was blown out of proportion, leading people to wonder if he had a cleanliness problem. He assured everyone that he does shower, especially after hitting the gym. His…

Baseball Hall of Fame Welcomes Carlos Beltran Amidst Debate Carlos Beltran, a former Major League Baseball (MLB) star, has been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. The announcement has stirred varied reactions, largely due to Beltran’s connection to the Houston Astros’ sign-stealing controversy during their 2017 World Series-winning season. MLB investigated the Astros and found that they had violated rules by using electronic devices to decode and signal opposing teams’ pitching signs to their batters. Beltran was specifically named in the report as a key figure in the scheme. The Astros faced penalties, including a $5 million fine and…

A young McDonald’s worker in Texas is in trouble with the law after being accused of tricking customers. Giovanni Primo Blount, who is 19 years old, was arrested on Sunday. Police say that when customers paid with their cards at the McDonald’s in Springtown, he would charge them twice. Here’s how it worked, according to police: Blount would swipe the customer’s card for the correct amount. Then, he would quickly tap their card on another device he had with him, adding an extra $10 to $20 to the bill. Police say this extra money went into an account that Blount…

Minnesota Activist Under Scrutiny After Church Protest A well-known activist in Minnesota, Nekima Levy Armstrong, is facing questions after leading a protest at a local church. The demonstration targeted a pastor believed to be involved with federal immigration enforcement. Armstrong, who also runs a cannabis business, previously headed a non-profit organization called the Wayfinder Foundation. Tax records show that during her time as director, from 2019 to 2024, she received a substantial salary and benefits package. While Armstrong was paid over $900,000 during her leadership, the amount of money the Wayfinder Foundation gave to community programs was significantly less. Some…

Commuter Rail Halted After Barcelona Train Incident GELIDA, Spain – Rail service in Catalonia, Spain, is currently suspended after a commuter train accident near Barcelona. The incident, which occurred Tuesday night, resulted in one fatality and injured 37 others. Authorities report that the train collided with a retaining wall that had fallen onto the tracks. Preliminary investigations suggest heavy rainfall this week may have contributed to the wall’s collapse. The victim was identified as a trainee train driver, and most of the injuries occurred in the first car of the train. This incident follows closely on the heels of Sunday’s…

Recent reports are shedding light on the vetting process behind the Democrat’s 2024 vice-presidential pick, raising questions about national security and the selection criteria. According to sources, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz was asked directly by then-Vice President Kamala Harris’ team if he had ever acted as an agent for the Chinese government. This inquiry follows similar questioning of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who, in his recent book, revealed he was asked if he was a foreign agent for Israel, given his strong support for Israel. Shapiro, the first Jewish governor of Pennsylvania, found the question surprising. Walz’s case appears linked…

Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones Elected to Baseball’s Hall of Fame Two baseball stars, Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones, have been chosen for the Hall of Fame. Both men were known for their skills both at bat and in the field. Beltrán’s election comes with discussion about his time with the Houston Astros and a past controversy. He acknowledged the concerns, saying that he understands there are different views about his career. He emphasized that people who knew him best, especially his teammates, understood his character. Beltrán received strong support from baseball writers, earning over 84% of the vote. Jones,…