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The U.S. Coast Guard is updating its rules about how it deals with symbols of hate, like swastikas and nooses, and how employees report incidents. The Coast Guard says these symbols are still not allowed. They see the updated rules as a way to improve how they report, investigate, and punish those who break the rules. Admiral Kevin Lunday, the acting head of the Coast Guard, said that anyone who displays, uses, or promotes these symbols will be fully investigated and punished. In 2020, the Coast Guard said that symbols like swastikas and nooses were “widely identified with oppression or…

Paulina Porizkova, a 60-year-old model, recently shared a video online promoting body positivity and confidence as women age. In the video, she starts in a bathrobe and then shows herself in lingerie – a lavender bra and beige underwear. She talks about her “getting ready” routine. Porizkova points out her “hip scars” and talks about wearing comfortable clothes like sweatpants. She also mentions a squirrel-print sweater her fiancé gave her. Porizkova explains that she doesn’t wear much makeup, just a little pinch on her cheeks for color. She says she wants to show people what she really does to start…

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently introduced a groundbreaking female crash test dummy named the THOR-05F, aimed at addressing women’s higher injury rates in vehicle accidents. At a press conference, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy presented the THOR-05F as a pioneering innovation designed to enhance safety for women. He highlighted the importance of recognizing biological differences between men and women in vehicle safety testing. This represents a significant shift from the previous Hybrid III dummy, which has been in use for 45 years but did not adequately reflect these critical differences. Duffy emphasized that the new dummy is a…

Flacco Reflects on Future as Burrow Nears Return As Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow gets closer to returning from his injury, veteran quarterback Joe Flacco is considering what the future holds for him. Flacco, who is 40 years old, joined the Bengals from the Cleveland Browns after backup quarterback Jake Browning had some difficulties in his starts earlier in the season. Despite Flacco’s recent success with the team, Burrow has been fully participating in practices, which suggests that Flacco’s time as a starter in Cincinnati may be coming to an end. “It’s something you think about a little,” Flacco admitted,…

Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder, is now wanted by the FBI. He’s accused of being a major player in a drug trafficking ring. In November 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice said Wedding is charged with running a criminal operation that included the murder of a witness. Wedding competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics. But authorities say he later became involved in a huge drug operation. Attorney General Pam Bondi claims he was the “largest distributor of cocaine” in Canada. Earlier in 2025, Wedding was put on the FBI’s most wanted list. An official stated that nobody is above…

Young Democrats Vie for New York Congressional Seat New York City is seeing a surge of young, progressive Democrats stepping into the political arena. With long-time Representative Jerry Nadler retiring, several candidates are hoping to represent the city in Congress. Among those running are Jack Schlossberg, grandson of President John F. Kennedy, and activist Cameron Kasky. Kasky, now 25, gained attention after surviving a school shooting in Florida and becoming a gun control advocate. These young candidates are focusing on issues important to the far left, such as government-run healthcare and open borders. They aim to energize younger voters and…

New TSA Fee Proposed for Travelers Without Proper ID The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is considering a new fee for airline passengers who arrive at security checkpoints without acceptable identification. This proposal, published in the Federal Register, outlines an $18 non-refundable charge for using a “modernized alternative identity verification program.” This program would utilize biometric kiosks and personal information to confirm a traveler’s identity, potentially granting them access to the airport’s secure areas for up to ten days. This new system and the associated fee are intended to streamline security procedures and reduce reliance on current, less consistent manual verification…

Federal Charges Dropped Against Woman in Chicago Immigration Enforcement Incident CHICAGO – Federal prosecutors have dropped charges against a woman involved in an incident with a Border Patrol agent last month during immigration enforcement actions in the Chicago area. Marimar Martinez, 30, and Anthony Ruiz, 21, had been accused of using their vehicles to impede Border Patrol Agent Charles Exum’s vehicle on October 4th. Agent Exum then fired his weapon, wounding Martinez. Prosecutors filed a motion to dismiss the charges against both defendants. The U.S. Attorney’s office stated they are always reviewing facts and information related to cases and investigations…

## Concerns Raised Over Video Featuring Democrat Lawmakers In a recent development that has sparked considerable debate, a video featuring several Democrat lawmakers has drawn strong criticism and accusations of potentially undermining civilian control of the military. The video, which surfaced earlier this week, shows Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, and Representatives Jason Crow of Colorado, Maggie Goodlander of New Hampshire, Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania, and Chrissy Houlahan of Pennsylvania, collectively urging members of the U.S. military to “refuse illegal orders.” The timing of the video, following recent administration policies, has led to speculation about…

Federal Immigration Operation in North Carolina Concludes Charlotte, N.C. – A recent federal immigration enforcement operation, known as “Charlotte’s Web,” in and around Charlotte, North Carolina, has come to an end, according to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Garry McFadden confirmed that U.S. Customs and Border Protection has concluded the operation. The enforcement, part of ongoing efforts to uphold immigration laws, also extended to areas near Raleigh. Homeland Security officials stated that these operations are focused on individuals who are in the country illegally and pose a risk to public safety, including those with criminal records. While specific details…