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Idaho Republican lawmakers introduced a resolution urging the Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, the 2015 decision that legalized same-sex marriage. While the non-binding measure holds no legislative power, it reflects escalating conservative rhetoric targeting LGBTQ+ rights. Advocates warn the move is part of a broader effort to roll back civil rights protections. -
Daughter of 'Momfluencer' Convicted of Child Abuse Reveals Last Thing She Said to Her Mother Before Arrest: Memoir
Shari Franke's memoir, The House of My Mother, reveals harrowing details about her mother, Ruby Franke, a former parenting influencer now serving decades in prison for aggravated child abuse. -
Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter Pledges to Reject Trump Pardon: 'I Believe God Led Me to Go Into the Capitol'
Rebecca Lavrenz, known as the "J6 Praying Grandma," vowed to reject any pardon from Donald Trump, focusing instead on appealing her conviction for misdemeanors related to the Capitol riot. -
Convicted Jan. 6 Rioter Pledges to Reject Trump Pardon: 'I Believe God Led Me to Go Into the Capitol'
Rebecca Lavrenz, known as the "J6 Praying Grandma," vowed to reject any pardon from Donald Trump, focusing instead on appealing her conviction for misdemeanors related to the Capitol riot. -
JetBlue Passenger Angry With Girlfriend Opens Emergency Door Just Before Takeoff: He 'Wanted to Deplane'
A passenger delayed a JetBlue flight to San Juan by opening the emergency door during taxiing at Boston Logan Airport after arguing with his girlfriend. -
US government to lift trade sanctions on China's ZTE temporarily
The US government is planning to temporarily lift the trade sanctions that it imposed on ZTE Corporation. The future of the Chinese telecommunication provider however will still be dependent on its commitment with the US. -
Jailed Salvadoran seeks asylum in the U.S.
A Salvadoran woman who is now in jail in the state of Missouri request the halting of her deportation to Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. -
Syrian government and opposition’s peace process might hit a snag; UN raises concern about the delay
U.N. deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said the U.N. is focusing on starting the talks on Jan. 25. However, he said it can't send out invitations until the key countries agree on an opposition list. He hinted the talks could be delayed. -
New York City settles lawsuits over illegal Muslim surveillance by NYPD
The New York Police Department will tighten safeguards against illegal surveillance of Muslims in secret investigations of terror threats. The city paid damages of about $1.6 million for the plaintiff's legal fees. -
United Airlines fined $2.75M over poor treatment of disabled passengers
United Airlines was fined $2.75 million after a recent investigation discovered how the airline was poorly treating their disabled passengers, while also delaying them on the tarmac for more than three hours. -
North Korea H-bomb would result to "Gross Violation" of International Law once confirmed
Once confirmed of creating an H-Bomb, North Korea would face gross violation of International Law. The present action of North Korea sparks international discomforts everywhere. -
Arrest on Russian Citizens Doesn’t Violate Legal Treaty, says US DOJ
US Department of Justice arrested Russian nationals abroad, but it claims that these acts do not violate the 1999 Mutual Legal Assistance treaty between the two nations. -
Hawaii welcomes New Year's day with new tobacco law; Becomes 1st state to raise smoking age to 21
Hawaii has become the first state to raise the smoking age to 21. The new law bans those under 21 from buying tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes. -
Chula Vista Police ready for DUI checkpoint on New Year's Eve
Chula Vista police announced Tuesday they plan to staff a DUI checkpoint over New Year’s weekend to nab drivers who overindulge and get behind the wheel. The checkpoint will be in operation from 6 p.m. Saturday to 2 a.m. Sunday. Police did not say where in Chula Vista the checkpoint would be located. -
Federal judge's 'unfair' ruling on evidence might lead US Supreme Court to intervene
State Supreme Court decision that found a special prosecutor had been improperly named to oversee a now-ended investigation of Gov. Scott Walker's campaign has sparked a war of words. Prosecutor Francis Schmitz announced he was likely to appeal the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court. -
Texas businesses preparing for new open carry handgun law
On Jan. 1, licensed firearms owners in Texas will be able to openly carry a handgun in most places. However, private businesses and other establishments can ban open carry under the new law, which has many confused with how to proceed. -
Central American nations and Cuban migrants have reached an agreement
Central American nations have reached a deal to let the first of thousands of stranded Cuban. Migrants are now to continue their journey north toward the United States next month. -
US Supreme Court Plans To Update DUI rules using three relevant cases
The US Supreme Court will update the rules on how individuals charged with driving under the influence (DUI) using the Birchfield v. North Dakota, Beylund v. Levi, and Bernard v. Minnesota cases. -
China to pass its anti-terrorism law despite US’ criticism
In an effort to combat terrorist attacks, China is not holding back to pass its controversial anti-terrorism law. The US government, meanwhile, had shown disapproval citing that it poses future problems for human rights and ultimately, would only do more harm than good. -
Heinz recall brings food tracking issue to the fore in China
The entanglement of H.J. Heinz Co. in China's latest food scare highlights a key concern for international and local firms - how to keep track of ingredients from diverse sources in a country where food supply tracing technologies are far from the norm. -
Bill for Late Ambulance Sparks Outrage: Man Charged $781 for Van That Never Showed Up
A Washington D.C. man whose father died while he waited for an ambulance to help treat him is incredulous that the service is still charging him $781. Durant Ford Jr. said his 71-year-old father Durand Sr. had trouble breathing on New Year's Day, so he made a 911 call at 1:25, but by the time the ambulance arrived at 1:58, his father died.
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