Al-Maliki is defiant after Trump threatens to withdraw US support for Iraq

Al-Maliki is defiant after Trump threatens to withdraw US support for Iraq

BAGHDAD (AP) — Former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki expressed his defiance Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to withdraw Washington’s support for Iraq if he returns to power. Al-Maliki, who was nominated last week by the country’s ruling political bloc to return as prime minister, said in a statement: “We reject the blatant … Read more

Omar Criticizes Trump’s ‘Hateful Rhetoric’ After Attack; the suspect made pro-Trump posts online

Omar Criticizes Trump’s ‘Hateful Rhetoric’ After Attack; the suspect made pro-Trump posts online

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar blamed President Donald Trump for threats to her safety Wednesday, a day after she was attacked and doused at an event in Minneapolis. The man arrested in Tuesday’s attack posted online in support of the Republican president. “Every time the president of the United States chooses to … Read more

The 98-year-old classic candy brand files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The 98-year-old classic candy brand files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Everyone has a piece of candy from their childhood that they may not have seen for a few years. Not so much a personal favorite for me, but Coffee Nips remind me of my grandparents’ house as my grandmother always had a stash of them. This is not a product you see very often on … Read more

Rival chain Tractor Supply will close all locations soon

Rival chain Tractor Supply will close all locations soon

When you live in a rural area, a single store closing hits harder because you already have fewer options. In some cases, a single closing of a key business, such as a grocery store or discount retailer, can force residents to travel long distances or rely on online retailers for certain purchases. On a personal … Read more

Russian scientists test plasma engine that could cut trip to Mars to around 30 days

Russian scientists test plasma engine that could cut trip to Mars to around 30 days

Russia is quietly testing a new plasma propulsion system that, if it works as claimed, could dramatically change the time it takes to travel to Mars. Early results suggest a leap in speed and efficiency that has attracted attention precisely because it’s not coming from NASA or private US companies like SpaceX. The engine is … Read more

AI will likely be ‘superior’ to humans – predicts it could end doctor shortages and we won’t need humans ‘for most things’

AI will likely be ‘superior’ to humans – predicts it could end doctor shortages and we won’t need humans ‘for most things’

Bill Gates he doesn’t just see AI as a breakthrough, he sees it as a turning point. For doctors, for teachers, for many of the roles once considered safe from automation. In two recent interviews, the Microsoft co-founder envisioned a future where intelligence isn’t rare or elite—it’s abundant, automated, and free. According to Harvard Magazine, … Read more

Ukrainian Su-25 downing seen in great onboard video

Ukrainian Su-25 downing seen in great onboard video

A camera mounted on the wingtip of a Ukrainian Air Force Su-25 Frogfoot air support aircraft recorded the aircraft’s dramatic disappearance after it was reportedly hit by a long-range Russian air-to-air missile. This is not the first time in the Ukrainian conflict that we have seen the destruction of a fighter jet at such close … Read more

Erika Kirk under fire as husband’s friend leaks audio of her ‘giggle’ about ‘Event of the Century’ after his death

Erika Kirk under fire as husband’s friend leaks audio of her ‘giggle’ about ‘Event of the Century’ after his death

A recently leaked audio from Erika Kirk raised her eyebrows at her attitude towards her husband, Charlie Churchhisdeath. In the recording, the mother of two can be heard talking to her staff about the success of a TPUSA event and the strong merchandise sales associated with it. She then appeared to dismiss her husband’s death … Read more