News Feed
-
U.S. charges 82-year-old Virginia Democratic lawmaker in alleged drug scheme

U.S. prosecutors accuse L. Louise Lucas of running an illegal cannabis business with members of her family. The 82-year-old Virginia state senator said Thursday's actions amounted to the federal government wielding its "full weight" against a great-grandmother.
-
Meta board placates Zuckerberg after threat to leave California if voters approve wealth tax measure

Meta Platforms has struck a deal with Mark Zuckerberg, Reuters has reported, in a move spurred by a California ballot measure, part of the Nov. 3 midterm elections, that has sparked heated debate and hundreds of millions in campaign spending.
-
1st human case of livestock virus Shamonda reported in France

France on Thursday reported the first human case of the Shamonda virus usually found in livestock in a patient who later died, with authorities adding there was no risk to the general population at this stage.
-
EU awards human rights prize to International Criminal Court amid Trump attacks

The European Parliament says this year's Sakharov Prize recognizes the International Criminal Court's "important work in upholding international law and justice." The tribunal in The Hague has faced escalating attacks from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration.
-
Detroit tourism bureau halts advertising in Canada amid trade war, hopes Canadians won't 'hold grudge'

Detroit’s tourism bureau has completely stopped marketing to Canada, saying they understand that the “antagonistic” American actions have strained relations between the two countries.





