King Charles and UK royals to relinquish dozens of patronages

IBM announced a significant investment of $150 billion in U.S. manufacturing, with over $30 billion allocated for research and development to support the production of mainframe and quantum computers domestically. CEO Arvind Krishna emphasized the importance of technology in shaping the future and reaffirmed IBM's commitment to American jobs and manufacturing, which has been a core focus since its inception. This investment coincides with President Trump's tariff policies aimed at encouraging U.S. manufacturing expansion. Full...

Columbia County Deputy Brandon Sikes was killed during a standoff on Interstate 20 while serving a protective order, and another deputy, Gavin White, was injured. The suspect, James Blake Montgomery, barricaded himself in an RV and was later found dead inside with explosives and firearms. Officials and local leaders expressed condolences, honoring the sacrifices of law enforcement amid the ongoing investigation. Full Article

SummaryAn estimated 114 undocumented immigrants were detained during a DEA raid at an underground nightclub in Colorado Springs, following a months-long investigation into drug trafficking and prostitution activities. The raid uncovered firearms, cocaine, and involved active-duty service members posing as patrons or security. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi indicated that members of violent gangs, including Venezuela's Tren de Aragua and MS-13, were among those detained, prompting concerns about large-scale immigration crackdowns and the treatment of...

SummaryWisconsin county judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by U.S. officials on April 25, 2025, for allegedly assisting a man in her court to avoid immigration authorities. This incident highlights an ongoing conflict between the Trump administration and local officials regarding immigration enforcement policies. The situation has drawn significant attention, reflecting broader tensions over immigration practices in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Full Article

A massive emergence of periodical cicadas, specifically Brood XIV, is anticipated across the eastern United States in 2025, particularly in Kentucky and Tennessee, with smaller populations extending to areas from Massachusetts to Georgia. Periodical cicadas, characterized by their synchronized emergence every 13 or 17 years, will begin to surface around June 21, responding to soil temperatures of 64 degrees. These cicadas will swarm, producing loud mating calls before laying eggs, which will hatch within eight...

A Kansas City firefighter paramedic, Graham Hoffman, 29, was fatally stabbed in the chest by a patient while transporting them to the hospital on Sunday. Despite the immediate response from his partner and medical staff, Hoffman succumbed to his injuries. The suspect, Shanetta Bossell, 38, has been charged with first-degree murder and other felonies, with a bond set at $1 million; city officials expressed deep condolences for Hoffman's tragic loss, emphasizing the dangers faced by...