COVID origins: HHS suspends EcoHealth Alliance grants after finding taxpayer funds used in risky research

The Department of Health and Human Services implemented an immediate, government-wide suspension on all funds allocated to EcoHealth Alliance – a firm that used taxpayer funds to conduct gain of function research at the Wuhan lab before the COVID-19 pandemic began. HHS made the decision, citing evidence included in the …...Read More

'Squad' member defends 'river to the sea' phrase interpreted as calling for 'extermination' of Jews

Embattled Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., a member of the far-left "Squad," recently defended a phrase widely viewed as antisemitic that calls for the "extermination" of Jews. Bowman, who is facing a tough primary challenge in New York's 16th Congressional District, made the controversial comments about the phrase "from the river …...Read More

David Copperfield denies sexual misconduct allegations: 'False accusations must stop'

David Copperfield has refuted "false and scurrilous allegations" of inappropriate behavior toward multiple women. Copperfield, whose full name is David Seth Kotkin, was accused by 16 women in an investigation spanning decades, according to the Guardian US. More than half of the alleged victims claimed they were under the age …...Read More

What is the celebrity 'blockout' over the war in Gaza?

Some social media users are calling out celebrities for what they say is inaction in the face of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza — and they've taken to a "blockout" to pressure the stars to take a stand. For the blockout, users put a block on seeing any and all …...Read More

8 stories of police officers killed while on the job in 2023

The life of a police officer can change in a second when responding to a call. In 2023 alone, there were 378 officers shot in the line of duty, according to a report from the National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). In total, 46 police officers were killed last year, …...Read More

Remains of 17-year-old soldier killed in Korean War identified

The remains of a 17-year-old soldier from Michigan who was killed in the Korean War in 1950 have been identified and will be buried in his home state, military officials said. U.S. Army Pfc. Thomas A. Smith's remains were identified in September by military scientists who analyzed DNA, dental and …...Read More

Dems use GOP-opposed immigration bill as cudgel against Republicans on border security

Democrats are reminding voters often of Republican opposition to a Senate bill designed to be a compromise on border security, accusing their counterparts of "exploiting" the crisis at the southern border rather than legislating. Democrats in the upper chamber have continued to espouse their support for a border security bill …...Read More

Giants picked for first-of-its-kind edition of HBO's 'Hard Knocks'

HBO's hit NFL series "Hard Knocks" is expanding its reach into the league this season, and the New York Giants will be the subject of it. The show has become a staple for NFL fans who want a behind-the-scenes look at what happens within organizations during training camp, and as …...Read More

Prince's 'Purple Rain' house in Minneapolis to welcome visitors in honor of film's 40th anniversary

Coming this summer, you can spend a night in the house once belonging to the legendary performer Prince. Beginning in August, in honor of the 40th anniversary of Prince's iconic "Purple Rain" film, guests will be able to stay in his Minneapolis home featured in the movie. Prince bought the …...Read More

Green Bay's Doug Gottlieb believes he can balance his new coaching job with his national radio show

Doug Gottlieb believes he can effectively balance coaching Green Bay and hosting a national sports radio show. Gottlieb discussed his new arrangement during his introductory news conference Wednesday as the longtime broadcaster moves into the coaching ranks. GOTTLIEB APOLOGIZES AFTER TAKING HEAT FOR "WHITE MAN'S PERSPECTIVE" COMMENT "In terms of …...Read More