A federal judge Friday did not grant the Justice Department’s request to hold the office of former President Donald Trump in contempt for failing to comply with a grand jury subpoena demanding the return of documents with classified markings, according to a source familiar with the matter. The decision was …
Read More »Portugal’s parliament makes 3rd attempt in 2 years to allow euthanasia
Portugal’s parliament voted for the third time in almost two years Friday in favor of allowing euthanasia, though as happened in the previous attempts the country’s Constitutional Court or president could stop the bill becoming law. Lawmakers passed a bill permitting euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in Portugal, the Speaker of …
Read More »World Cup 2022: Croatia eliminates Brazil in penalty shootout, advancing to semifinals
Croatia has advanced to the World Cup semifinals after eliminating tournament favorite Brazil in a thrilling penalty shootout on Friday. Croatia had a perfect showing in the shootout, going four-for-four while goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic made a save on Brazil’s first attempt made by forward Rodrygo. Croatia’s Dominik Livakovic and teammates …
Read More »Ozempic diabetes drug faces shortage after endorsements by celebs
Ozempic, a diabetes drug that can help people lose weight, is facing shortages following demand and global supply constraints. The company said that while the product continues to be manufactured and shipped, patients in some areas of the country will experience delays with certain doses and instructed anyone concerned with …
Read More »Maria Butina, Russian state TV praise Putin for Bout-Griner prisoner swap: ‘Capitulation by America’
Russian state media and lawmakers praised President Vladimir Putin after Moscow sent WNBA star Brittney Griner to the U.S. for convicted Russian arms dealer Vitkor Bout, hailing the prisoner swap as a “capitulation by America.” Russian state TV host Yevgeny Popov wrote on his Telegram account that the life of Bout, …
Read More »How to set up Alexa for emergencies
Did you know you could use your Amazon Alexa device in case of an emergency? Plus, I have the details on Amazon’s lesser-known security software that could protect your home from intruders and help you contact an emergency hotline without picking up a phone. CLICK TO GET KURT’S CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER …
Read More »Cold Weather Payment scheme ‘not effective long term solution’ as energy bills rise | Personal Finance | Finance
Since October 2022, Britons with average energy usage at home have seen their gas and electricity costs increase by 27 percent, even with the price guarantee being in place. Various cost of living payments and energy bill concessions have been offered by both the Government and suppliers, respectively. One of …
Read More »Putin says one missile will trigger ‘hundreds’ of warheads in stark message on nuclear deterrence
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday once again drew international attention when he warned that if even one missile enters Russian territory, “hundreds” of warheads will respond. “I assure you, after the early warning system receives a signal of a missile attack, hundreds of our missiles are in the air,” …
Read More »The Beatles star was ‘angry’ at John Lennon after his murder | Music | Entertainment
John Lennon died 42-years-ago this week on December 8, 1980. The Beatles star was murdered outside his home, The Dakota, in New York City. His death affected people around the world, but his nearest and dearest friends were devastated by the tragic loss. All except George Harrison, who was reportedly …
Read More »Russia’s Putin says more US prisoner swaps possible
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said more prisoner swaps with the U.S. could be possible if the right compromise is struck. Putin told reporters that “compromises [had] been found” that cleared that way Thursday to swap WNBA player Brittney Griner with convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout. “We aren’t refusing …
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