Chicago police have reportedly confiscated more than 5,000 guns in the city since the beginning of the year. The city, faced with rising gun and violent crime issues, has focused police efforts on making the streets of Chicago safer. So far this year, these efforts have resulted in 32 percent more gun-related arrests than last… Continue reading Understanding Illinois Gun Possession Laws as Police Target Illegal Weapons
Year: 2017
US Markets Close Lower Following President Trump’s Speech at Phoenix Rally
US markets closed lower on August 23, sliding back after President Donald Trump gave a fiery speech suggesting more political drama lies ahead. At a rally in Phoenix, Arizona, on August 22, President Trump said he would be willing to shut down the government if Congress resists funding the Mexican border wall. The president also… Continue reading US Markets Close Lower Following President Trump’s Speech at Phoenix Rally
The Gun Industry and President Trump
The battle between gun control extremists and those wanting open carry have not died down but rather are no longer at the forefront of the news. The fact that President Trump and a majority of congress is republican has a lot to do with this. Regardless of how hard activists fight to get bills sent… Continue reading The Gun Industry and President Trump
Donald Trump to Close Down Government If Necessary to Build Mexico Border Wall
President Donald Trump says he is willing to close down the US government if necessary to build his wall along the Mexico border. He told supporters at a “Make America Great Again” rally in Phoenix, Arizona, that the opposition Democrats were being “obstructionist”. During the 80-minute speech, President Trump also took aim at the media,… Continue reading Donald Trump to Close Down Government If Necessary to Build Mexico Border Wall
Walmart and Google Agree Voice-Shopping Deal
Walmart and Google are teaming up to enter the voice-shopping market, currently dominated by Amazon. Starting with September, US consumers will be able to buy Walmart products using the voice-activated Google Assistant platform on phones and home devices. Amazon’s AI virtual assistant Alexa already enables users to shop directly from the online retail giant. The… Continue reading Walmart and Google Agree Voice-Shopping Deal
North Korea Crisis: US Imposes Sanctions on Chinese and Russian Companies
The US has hit a dozen Russian and Chinese companies and individuals with sanctions over helping North Korea’s nuclear weapons program. The move comes after the UN Security Council, including Russia and China, voted for further sanctions against North Korea. The US Treasury said its actions would “increase pressure” on North Korea, but the move… Continue reading North Korea Crisis: US Imposes Sanctions on Chinese and Russian Companies
Does Your Financial Adviser Have Your Best Interests at Heart?
Your financial adviser’s overriding duty is to maximize your return on investment year after year. All other considerations, including the adviser’s own earnings, are secondary. Right? Not necessarily. Financial advisers have to make money somehow, or they wouldn’t be in business to help you make money. Commission-Based vs. Fee-Only Advising: What’s the Difference? One of… Continue reading Does Your Financial Adviser Have Your Best Interests at Heart?
Donald Trump Decides to Keep US Troops in Afghanistan
President Donald Trump has ruled out a US withdrawal from Afghanistan, saying that the move would leave a vacuum for terrorists to fill. Donald Trump said his original instinct was to pull US forces out, but had instead decided to stay and “fight to win” to avoid the mistakes made in Iraq. The president said… Continue reading Donald Trump Decides to Keep US Troops in Afghanistan
Italy Earthquake: At Least Two Dead and 39 Injured in Ischia
At least two women have died and 39 people are injured after a 4.0-magnitude earthquake hit the Italian island of Ischia. Rescuers are desperately trying to reach two brothers trapped under rubble after the quake brought down several buildings. They pulled free the boys’ seven-month-old brother at around 04:00 local time, several hours after the… Continue reading Italy Earthquake: At Least Two Dead and 39 Injured in Ischia
Key Tips for Staying Fit and Healthy This Summer
During the summer, we all want to make the most of the good weather, and to do that, we need to feel our best. Even though the summer is coming to an end, you still have enough time to jump into a healthy fitness routine! With this in mind, the following tips aim to keep… Continue reading Key Tips for Staying Fit and Healthy This Summer
Venezuela Crisis: Conductor Gustavo Dudamel Confirms US Tour Cancelation
Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel has confirmed that his US tour with Venezuela’s National Youth Orchestra has been canceled. The star conductor said the cancelation, which came just days after President Nicolás Maduro publicly criticized him, was “heartbreaking”. In May, Gustavo Dudamel spoke out against President Maduro’s government. President Maduro replied: “May God forgive you for… Continue reading Venezuela Crisis: Conductor Gustavo Dudamel Confirms US Tour Cancelation
Texas University Removes Confederate Statues Overnight
Four Confederate monuments have been removed by the University of Texas overnight in the wake of violent clashes in Charlottesville earlier this month. A statue of General Robert E. Lee was among those taken down from the Austin campus on August 21. Monuments to Confederate figures are symbols of “modern white supremacy and neo-Nazism”, the… Continue reading Texas University Removes Confederate Statues Overnight
How to Safely Watch a Solar Eclipse
Watching a total solar eclipse is a rare and memorable experience. However, without the right precautions, it can also be dangerous. The Sun’s rays are so intense you can feel their warmth from 150 million km away. That’s why looking at the Sun directly, even for a few seconds, can seriously damage your eyes. It… Continue reading How to Safely Watch a Solar Eclipse
Total Solar Eclipse 2017: Deep Shadow to Sweep over US from Oregon to South Carolina
The US is preparing for the spectacular sight of a total solar eclipse. The Moon is set to pass in front of the Sun, casting a deep shadow that will sweep over the US from Oregon in the west to South Carolina in the east. It is the first such event since 1918 where the… Continue reading Total Solar Eclipse 2017: Deep Shadow to Sweep over US from Oregon to South Carolina
Jerry Lewis Dies in Las Vegas Aged 91
Jerry Lewis, one of Hollywood’s most successful comedians, has died at the age of 91, his family announced. In a statement, Jerry Lewis’ family said he died of natural causes at his home in Las Vegas on August 20. Jerry Lewis’s ten-year partnership with Dean Martin saw them star in 16 films and achieve huge… Continue reading Jerry Lewis Dies in Las Vegas Aged 91
Dick Gregory Dies Aged 84
Dick Gregory has passed away at the age of 84, his family has announced. The comic legend and civil rights activist died at hospital in Washington DC after being admitted with an undisclosed illness. His family shared the news of their “enormous sadness” in a post on social media on August 19. From the 1960s,… Continue reading Dick Gregory Dies Aged 84
Nigeria: President Muhammadu Buhari Returns Home After Three Months
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari returned to the country on August 19, after three months in London for medical treatment. Officials refused to disclose what the president was being treated for. It was Muhammadu Buhari’s second spell of medical leave this year – leading many Nigerians to question whether he was well enough to run the… Continue reading Nigeria: President Muhammadu Buhari Returns Home After Three Months
Boston: Thousands Protest Against Right-Wing Free Speech Rally
Tens of thousands of anti-racism protesters have marched against the “Free Speech” rally in Boston that featured right-wing speakers. The rally on Boston Common, which attracted only a small crowd, disbanded early and the participants were escorted out by police. The conservative rally organizers had said they would not give a platform to racism or… Continue reading Boston: Thousands Protest Against Right-Wing Free Speech Rally
President Trump and First Lady to Skip Kennedy Center Honors
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have decided not to attend the Kennedy Center Honors to allow those taking part “to celebrate without political distraction”, the White House announces. Some of those due to take part in the arts awards ceremony had said they would boycott the White House reception held before the… Continue reading President Trump and First Lady to Skip Kennedy Center Honors
Venezuela Constituent Assembly to Assume Powers of Opposition-Led Parliament
Venezuela’s new constituent assembly has overwhelmingly voted in favor of assuming the powers of the opposition-led parliament. However, parliament has rejected the move. President Nicolas Maduro says the new assembly will end political unrest, but many say it is a slide towards dictatorship. Meanwhile Colombia says Venezuela’s chief prosecutor Luisa Ortega Diaz has arrived in… Continue reading Venezuela Constituent Assembly to Assume Powers of Opposition-Led Parliament
US Launches Investigation into China’s Intellectual Property Policies
The US has launched an investigation into China’s intellectual property policies. United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said his office had “determined that these critical issues merit a thorough investigation”. The move was expected after President Donald Trump asked Bob Lighthizer to review China’s practices. China has voiced “serious concern” over the investigation, which could… Continue reading US Launches Investigation into China’s Intellectual Property Policies
Steve Bannon Fired as White House Chief Strategist
Steve Bannon has been fired as the White House Chief Strategist. He is the latest top aide of President Donald Trump to leave his post. On August 18, Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders confirmed that Friday was Steve Bannon’s last day. His exit follows a review of his position by White House Chief of Staff… Continue reading Steve Bannon Fired as White House Chief Strategist
Finland Attack: Two People Stabbed to Death and Six Injured in Turku
Two people have been stabbed to death and at least six others wounded in an attack in Turku in south-west Finland, say police. Police, who were on the scene within minutes, shot the suspected attacker and arrested him. The suspect has been taken into custody. The attack took place in the Puutori-Market Square area of… Continue reading Finland Attack: Two People Stabbed to Death and Six Injured in Turku
Nestle Accused of Copying Atari’s Breakout Game in Kit Kat Ad
Nestle has been accused of copying Breakout, the 1970s popular computer game, in a Kit Kat marketing campaign. Atari, the company behind some of the most popular early video games, has filed a suit alleging Nestle knowingly exploited the game’s look and feel. The ad showed a game similar to Breakout but where the bricks… Continue reading Nestle Accused of Copying Atari’s Breakout Game in Kit Kat Ad
Las Ramblas Attack Death Toll Rises to 14 as Five Suspected Terrorist Shot Dead in Cambrils
Five suspected terrorists have been shot dead in the town of Cambrils in a second vehicle attack, hours after another in Barcelona killed 14 people and injured dozens, Spanish police say. According to police, the men were linked to the Barcelona attack, which ISIS said it had carried out. Police are still hunting the man… Continue reading Las Ramblas Attack Death Toll Rises to 14 as Five Suspected Terrorist Shot Dead in Cambrils