Josh Brolin slams Academy over Oscar snub, jokes he's going to 'quit acting'

The CDC's Urgent Measles AdvisoryThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging Americans to ensure measles vaccination before international travel this summer, due to a rise in cases linked to travel, particularly a recent outbreak connected to a Turkish Airlines flight in Denver. With 1,125 cases reported this year across 33 states, Texas facing the largest outbreak, and additional cases in Canada and Mexico, the CDC warns that measles is a global concern,...

Forecasters have indicated that the northern lights could be visible in several U.S. states tonight due to recent solar storms, including a significant coronal mass ejection. The auroras may be seen in states like Alaska, Washington, Montana, and New York, as solar activity is heightened amid the sun's 11-year cycle. For optimal viewing, it is advised to seek dark areas away from city lights and to check local weather conditions, with forecasts available on NOAA's...

Tulsa's Reparations Package for the Black CommunityTulsa, Oklahoma, is set to allocate a $105 million reparations package to its black community to address the historical harms from the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Announced by Mayor Monroe Nichols, the plan focuses on community redevelopment rather than direct payments to survivors or descendants, with funds for housing and cultural preservation. The Greenwood Trust will manage the package, aiming to restore economic vitality to the historically prosperous Greenwood...

SummaryMarcelo Gomes Da Silva, an 18-year-old high school junior in Milford, Massachusetts, was arrested by immigration authorities while driving to volleyball practice. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) targeted him during a traffic stop aimed at his father, who is unlawfully present in the U.S. Community members and school officials expressed distress over his detention, leading to protests demanding his release, as his absence impacted a graduation ceremony where he was to perform. Full Article

Supreme Court Rejects Gun Rights CasesA split Supreme Court declined to hear two gun rights cases concerning high-capacity magazines and state bans on AR-15s, with three conservative justices expressing disagreement. Justice Clarence Thomas emphasized the critical importance of addressing assault weapon bans, while Justice Brett Kavanaugh indicated the court may revisit this issue in future terms. The Maryland law, enacted after the Sandy Hook shooting, aims to restrict certain firearms and magazines, sparking debate over...

SummaryA report by GLAAD reveals 932 anti-LGBTQ incidents in the U.S. from May 2024 to May 2025, with over half targeting transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, marking a 20% decrease from the previous year. Notably, incidents against drag performers dropped significantly, while attacks on local governments and educators increased, reflecting shifting extremist focuses. GLAAD emphasizes that these tracked incidents are just a fraction of the actual anti-LGBTQ hate experienced, especially during Pride Month, highlighting the resilience...