Crews have resumed recovery efforts in Baltimore after a tragic bridge collapse that has left six construction workers presumed dead. The search was briefly halted due to challenging conditions, including poor visibility and strong currents in the harbor. Meanwhile, the National. . .
The Nathan Fletcher sexual harassment scandal continues to reverberate through the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) with a new lawsuit filed by a high-ranking employee. Emily Outlaw, the former Chief Information Officer (CIO) at MTS, alleges the agency retaliated against her for refusing to tamper with evidence related to the accusations against Fletcher.
Outlaw's lawsuit claims MTS leadership, aware of allegations from Fletcher's accuser, pressured her to alter internal messaging app data between Fletcher and the accuser. When Outlaw refused, she alleges her performance reviews and annual raises. . .
A dating app based in San Francisco, California, has ignited controversy by claiming that it can detect sexually transmitted infections (STIs) through the scanning of photos of male genitals. The app, named Calmara, has raised questions about its reliability, privacy implications, and medical accuracy.
Calmara asserts that it can utilize artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze photos of a man's genitals, taken by consenting partners, and determine whether the individual is free from STIs. The app promotes this feature as a means to encourage safer sexual practices and reduce the transmission of infections.
A dating app purports to be. . .
Child welfare advocates are challenging the notion that illegal immigration is the primary driver of child trafficking, emphasizing instead the critical role of social services and poverty alleviation in preventing exploitation. In a time where border issues dominate headlines, these advocates shed light on deeper systemic challenges.
Bob Sanborn, leader of the Texas-based organization Children At Risk, rebuts the narrative propagated by some media and entertainment outlets. He argues that while instances of children being smuggled across borders and sold as slaves are real, they are not as prevalent as often depicted. Sanborn stresses that the core issue lies. . .
California is taking a proactive step in preventing date rape incidents by mandating bars to provide roofie test kits starting in July. This new law aims to enhance safety measures and protect patrons from potential drug-related assaults in nightlife settings across the state.
Under the legislation, certain bars with a type 48-license, which indicates they offer a full bar service but no food or minors are allowed, are required to provide roofie test kits for free. The law also mandates these establishments to display signage informing customers about. . .
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has reached a resolution in a longstanding fraud case by accepting a plea deal that spares him from facing a trial. The agreement, announced today, includes provisions for community service, legal ethics training, and restitution to victims, marking the conclusion of a legal saga that spanned nearly a decade.
Ken Paxton's defense attorney, Dan Cogdell, confirmed the acceptance of the plea deal, which stems from allegations that Paxton misled friends into investing in a Dallas-area tech startup without disclosing his financial interests in. . .
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents have intercepted attempts to smuggle monkeys into the United States from Mexico twice within a month, shedding light on the growing market for exotic pets. These incidents highlight the challenges posed by wildlife trafficking and the consequences of owning such animals.
Experts say there is a growing market for these exotic pets.
CBP agents stationed along the Texas border have successfully thwarted two separate attempts to smuggle monkeys into the country in recent weeks. The first incident occurred earlier this month when a Mexican national was apprehended while trying to smuggle two. . .
A horrifying incident unfolded in New York City as a man was tragically shoved onto subway tracks in East Harlem, leading to his death. The perpetrator, identified as Carlton McPherson, faces murder charges in connection with the fatal incident. The incident has sparked concerns about public safety and mental health issues in the city.
On a recent night, Carlton McPherson, a 24-year-old with a history of prior arrests, allegedly pushed a man in his 40s onto the tracks at the 125th Street and Lexington Avenue subway station in. . .
The Supreme Court of the United States is currently deliberating on a pivotal case that could significantly impact access to the abortion pill mifepristone. The case revolves around recent FDA changes that expanded the availability of the medication, a decision that. . .
A series of legal entanglements involving Sean "Diddy" Combs has now roped in British royal Prince Harry, actor Cuba Gooding Jr., and alleged drug handler Brendon Paul, leading to a complex web of accusations and investigations.
The Duke of Sussex is not a defendant and has not been accused of criminality. The news comes after federal officials raided Diddy's homes in Miami and Los Angeles on Monday. Nikka Magahis reports
Prince Harry Diddy Lawsuit In a surprising twist, Prince Harry has been named in a $30 million. . .