Month: November 2023

    The Pentagon lists more than 180 times in the past two years during which US and Chinese jets have narrowly avoided collisions, all due—the Pentagon says—to “coercive and risky” maneuvering by the Chinese. Whether or not the fault lies entirely with China, as was the case in 2001 when a US navy intelligence aircraft collided with a Chinese jet, precipitating a crisis in relations, the danger is evident.

     The plot twist in the horror movies we love to watch at this time of year (including 1978’s “Halloween”) is used so often it’s no longer surprising – the danger is inside the house, not coming from outside.

“Alabama’s defiance is striking and nearly unprecedented in this country’s history. A recent report offers important color and context,” said Alex Aronson, a judicial accountability advocate and former chief counsel to US Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse. “This is not an organic development. Legislators are not acting or making strategy independently. There is a billion-dollar force which has been entrenched in the judiciary. About $600 million has been spent to control the composition of the court.”

The White House said the nominations continue to show Biden’s ongoing commitment to diversify the federal judiciary and ensure that the nation’s courts reflect the multifaceted nature of the United States.

Protesters in countries with substantial Muslim populations, including the U.S., U.K., and France, expressed disillusionment with their governments for their support of Israel amidst intensifying attacks on hospitals and residential areas in the Gaza Strip.

     Jamaica experienced some 70 aftershocks on Monday following the 5.6 magnitude earthquake that struck the island at around 10:57 AM that same day.

      Howard University is making history as the first HBCU to have an intercollegiate figure skating team, U.S. Figure Skating reports.

Hurricane Otis shows: No warning will be given!

What’s a Bowl without Soul-its just a game

In a tragic and unsettling incident, 15 people were shot at a Halloween party in Chicago. The horrifying event unfolded in the late hours of the night, casting a dark shadow over what was meant to be a festive celebration. The shooting occurred in a residential area, where individuals had gathered to enjoy Halloween festivities. Details surrounding the incident remain under investigation, and the motive behind the shooting is not yet clear.