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On Saturday, Venus will pass between the Earth and the Sun in an event known as an inferior conjunction. While this celestial alignment occurs roughly every 19 months, it is not an easy sight to catch. According to Michelle Nichols from the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, seeing Venus during this time requires special equipment and expertise, due to the sun’s brightness. An inferior conjunction is when two celestial bodies appear close together in the sky, specifically when Venus is positioned directly between the Sun and Earth. This particular event is expected to happen around 9 p.m. Eastern Time. Astronomer Geary…

A man from Florida, Edward James, was executed Thursday evening for the brutal murder of an eight-year-old girl and her grandmother in 1993. This event took place at the Florida State Prison near Starke, where the 63-year-old received a lethal injection shortly before 8:15 p.m. Edward James was sentenced to death after pleading guilty to the horrific murders of Toni Neuner and her grandmother, Betty Dick. On September 19, 1993, a night marked by heavy drinking and drug use, James committed these violent acts that shattered a family and a community. It was a crime that left a lasting scar,…

Three adults are in jail, and a young boy is now safe with Child Protective Services after a shocking discovery made by deputies in Michigan earlier this month. Genesee County Sheriff Christopher Swanson spoke at a news conference, stating, “This case involves starvation of animals, neglect, and child endangerment.” The incident began when AT&T employees found that $30,000 worth of wireless cables were missing at their worksite in Flint. In the course of their investigation, deputies went to a nearby home, where they made disturbing findings. The first thing they noticed was a dead dog in a cage at the…

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is on a mission to cut waste and improve how government services function. Recently, a DOGE adviser highlighted the challenges within the IRS, calling it difficult to fully understand the scope of the issues that the agency is facing. According to DOGE representative Sam Corcos, “A big part of our government is about collecting taxes, but we are spending too much on contractors to even do that effectively. We need to find a way to dig ourselves out of this financial pit.” Corcos spoke about his efforts to enhance the IRS while working alongside…

BOSTON — An Oklahoma man, Sean Patrick Palmer, 49, has pleaded guilty in federal court for using an explosive device against the Massachusetts headquarters of The Satanic Temple. This incident occurred on April 8, 2024. Palmer, originally entered a not guilty plea but changed it to guilty on one count of damaging a building with an explosive. The building, located in Salem, doubles as an art gallery and is the headquarters for a group that advocates for secularism and personal freedoms, making it a focal point for several controversial discussions. According to investigators, surveillance footage captured Palmer approaching the building…

LL Cool J is back on the set of NCIS! On March 20, the singer and actor, who is 57 years old, took to Instagram to share an exciting announcement about his role in the beloved series. In a fun video clip, he teased fans with the message "Guess who’s back," before revealing himself with a smile and saying, "That’s better. Back on set, baby! NCIS. Let’s get it." Fans of LL Cool J, known for his hit "Mama Said Knock You Out," will be thrilled to know that he will reprise his role as Sam Hanna on April 21.…

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — John Calipari recently led his new team, the Arkansas Razorbacks, to a significant March victory against a well-known rival. In a thrilling NCAA Tournament opening round, Arkansas, seeded 10th, overcame the 7th-seeded Kansas Jayhawks with a final score of 79-72. This win marked a much-needed turnaround for Calipari in the competitive landscape of college basketball. Key player Jonas Aidoo shone brightly for the Razorbacks, scoring 22 points and proving instrumental in the team’s success. Johnell Davis also contributed significantly, netting 18 points, including vital free throws during the game’s closing moments. Freshman Boogie Fland made his return…

The first day of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament delivered thrilling moments and unexpected turns, adding excitement to the March Madness experience. There were two significant upsets that took center stage as the tournament began, showcasing the unpredictability that this time of year often brings. The first major surprise occurred when McNeese State, a No. 12 seed, pulled off a stunning victory against the No. 5 seed, Clemson. The Cowboys controlled the game early, limiting Clemson to just 13 points in the first half. Despite a push from the Tigers in the second half, McNeese held on to win 69-67.…

A recent case has emerged involving Cortney Merritts, the husband of former Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush, who faces serious legal trouble over allegations of fraud related to pandemic relief loans. The DC U.S. Attorney’s Office has charged Merritts with wire fraud after he purportedly misled the Small Business Administration (SBA) to obtain more than $20,000 from the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic. Merritts, 46, was indicted on two counts related to loan applications he submitted for his businesses in 2020 and 2021. The allegations state that he falsely claimed in his applications that his moving company, Vetted Couriers, had…

Alex Ovechkin is making headlines once again as he scores his 888th career goal, closing in on the NHL’s all-time record held by Wayne Gretzky. Playing for the Washington Capitals in a match against the Philadelphia Flyers, Ovechkin found the back of the net late in the first period, sending the home crowd into a frenzy with chants of “Ovi! Ovi!” At 39 years old, Ovechkin is proving that age is just a number. With 35 goals this season, he is tied for the fourth most in the league, and he’s on track to potentially surpass Gretzky’s legendary total of…