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In Alaska, a baby moose was saved from a potentially tragic fate after it fell into a lake and became trapped between a floatplane and a dock. Spencer Warren, an employee at Destination Alaska Adventure Co., discovered the distressed moose calf when he arrived at Beluga Lake in Homer around 6:30 a.m. on Friday. Initially mistaking the noise for a bird, Warren soon realized that it was coming from the trapped moose. Concerned for the safety of the young animal, Warren wondered about the whereabouts of its mother. He was relieved to see that the mother, along with another calf,…

Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer is leading a bipartisan congressional delegation to Israel this week, demonstrating support amid speculation of Democratic boycotts of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming address to Congress. Nine House members will engage in meetings with Israeli leaders to receive updates on the situation in Gaza and address humanitarian concerns, as reported by Hoyer’s office. Discussions will also focus on securing a temporary ceasefire and the release of remaining hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. “I look forward to strengthening our vital US-Israel relationship even further during my first visit to Israel since the terror and devastation of…

In the latest financial news, London’s stock market has taken the lead over Paris amid concerns about the upcoming parliamentary elections in France. According to Bloomberg, all stocks listed in France are now valued at $3.13 trillion, slightly lower than the $3.18 trillion total for UK-listed shares. Despite this, the CAC All-Share index in Paris is still marginally larger than London’s FTSE equivalent. The shift in market dominance is attributed to French President Emmanuel Macron’s decision to call for snap elections on June 9 after his party was defeated by the far right in the European Union lawmaker vote. Axel…

In a recent ruling, a federal judge has blocked the Biden administration from enforcing new protections for LGBTQ+ students in Ohio, Virginia, and four other states. US District Judge Danny Reeves stated in a 93-page ruling that the new protections, set to take effect on August 1, cannot be enforced in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia while a lawsuit brought by those states’ attorneys general plays out. These new rules, which require schools to protect students from all sex discrimination, expand the definition to include discrimination based on pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions like childbirth, termination of pregnancy,…

On the morning of your wedding, there will be a whirlwind of last-minute preparations taking place. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t sprinkle in some quality time, self-reflection, and plenty of fun as well. As you get ready to say “I do,” there are numerous little things you can do as the bride to make the morning memorable. Below are a few ideas to consider incorporating into your wedding day preparations. First and foremost, it’s essential to ensure you are fueling your body for the eventful day ahead. Consider having a bridesmaids brunch while everyone is getting ready. It doesn’t…

In a recent announcement, former White House press secretary Robert Gibbs is set to join Warner Bros. Discovery as the head of its communications team. Gibbs, who has extensive experience in public relations in the private sector, will be taking over amidst a challenging time for the media industry. With Warner Bros. Discovery’s stock at an all-time low and the industry facing numerous obstacles, Gibbs’ appointment comes at a critical juncture. Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of CNN, has been grappling with declining television ratings, cable subscriptions, and challenges in renewing its NBA package. Despite occasional successes in box…

In a major development, it has been announced that the number of allied countries spending at least 2% of their country’s economic output on defense has doubled during President Joe Biden’s term. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg visited Washington to meet with Biden ahead of the alliance’s upcoming annual summit in July. Stoltenberg revealed, “Just five years ago, there were less than 10 allies that met the 2% of GDP defense spending target. This year, more than 20 allies will meet this benchmark.” This increase in defense spending is seen as beneficial for both Europe and America. The specific countries that…

Kane Williamson, a prominent figure in New Zealand cricket, recently announced his decision to step down as captain of the country’s white-ball teams. This news came after the Black Caps experienced a disappointing exit from the group stage of the T20 World Cup. Williamson, who has been a pivotal player for the team for the past decade, led New Zealand to the runners-up position in two 50-over World Cups in 2015 and 2019, as well as the T20 World Cup in 2021. At the age of 33, Williamson has decided to decline taking up a central contract for the 2024/25…

of food. So it was like a little festival,” he said. “That’s what the Founding Fathers wanted. They wanted a celebration of democracy. They wanted a celebration of voting. They wanted to draw people in and say, ‘This is exciting. This is a privilege. This is something you should really cherish.’” Jacobs added, “I interviewed a voting rights activist who said, ‘We have to make it clear to people that this is not just a right. It’s a responsibility. And it’s a joy.’ And that was so different from how most of us have grown up, thinking of voting as…

As summer begins in North America, an intense “heat dome” is expected to impact more than half of the US population this week. Some areas, such as Montpelier, Vermont; Syracuse, New York; and Pittsburgh, are facing heat levels not seen in about three decades. With the rising temperatures come risks of heat-related conditions such as dehydration, heat stress, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. It is important to take precautions to stay cool not only at home but also at work. Under the federal law that established the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), employers are required to keep workplaces free…