Michael P. Desronvil, the Black male holdout juror who reportedly led to a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case, has revealed new details about the other jurors, whom he referred to as “activists.” Michael, 48, of Bridgewater, has spoken out for the first time since the trial, opening up about himself and the case in … Read more
H-1B visas and US citizenship are among several immigration policies Texas Republican Congressman Chip Roy wants Congress to overhaul as he renews his call for a sweeping pause on immigration. H-1B, US citizenship in focus as Texas Republican Chip Roy pushes sweeping immigration changes. (Getty Images via AFP) Roy’s congressional office said in a post … Read more
Amid an investigation into a “mystery house” in Philadelphia’s Olney neighborhood, authorities have found a disturbing video of a woman being strangled. The investigation centers on Raymond ‘R.C.’ Horsch, a photographer of sexually explicit material who died in 2025 at 82. He shared the house with his son, Eugene Horsch. Raymond ‘R.C.’ Horsch update: Disturbing … Read more
“Every person on this earth — regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or socio-economic status — deserves equal human rights, dignity and, of course, freedom.” — Melissa Barrera In a period when Hollywood is once again debating the limits of artistic expression, Melissa Barrera’s words about equality, dignity and freedom have resurfaced. Melissa … Read more
There are accounts of odd noises coming out of some of the sand dunes dating back to ancient times. During his journey through the Gobi Desert in Asia in the 13th century, Venetian merchant and explorer Marco Polo wrote about music made by ghosts, which he believed were desert spirits. It is an extraordinary natural … Read more
Beijing, China on Thursday rejected the US “long-arm jurisdiction” to impose tariffs on purchases of Russian oil and gas, saying its normal trade and economic cooperation with other countries should not be subject to interference or coercion by third parties. China opposes US sanctions bill, says will not accept ‘long-arm jurisdiction’ The US House of … Read more
Oil prices fell on Thursday, extending the losses seen in the previous session. The decline came after reports that Saudi Arabia was arranging additional crude shipments through Oman, easing some fears about a shortage of oil. However, oil prices remained above $100 a barrel because traders are still worried that the Middle East conflict could … Read more
The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 0.25 percentage point, taking its benchmark federal funds rate to 3.75%-4%. The move is aimed at slowing inflation by making borrowing more expensive and reducing spending. US Fed rate hike raises borrowing costs as cell phone and utility bills also increase. (Pexel) The rate hike is … Read more
The 37% federal income-tax bracket could start at higher income levels in 2027. A preliminary estimate puts the start of the 37% tax bracket at more than $793,650 in taxable income for married couples filing jointly. For single taxpayers, the 37% bracket could start at more than $661,375 in taxable income. These are early estimates … Read more
Social Security could face a major benefit cut in 2032 if Congress does not act. The Social Security trust fund is projected to run out of money in the last three months of 2032. If that happens, Social Security benefits would automatically face an across-the-board 22% cut, according to the Social Security Board of Trustees. … Read more