Pope Leo XIV takes helm of Catholic Church amid a priest shortage in the U.S.

SummaryAudio from a 2023 interview with former President Joe Biden, published by Axios, reveals his halting speech and memory issues, leading Special Counsel Robert Hur to describe him as an "elderly man with a poor memory." The interview was part of an investigation into Biden's handling of classified documents, where he struggled to recall significant dates, particularly regarding his son Beau's death. Despite Hur's recommendation against charging Biden, the report raised concerns about his cognitive...

A Texas mother, Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested for allegedly aiding her 13-year-old son in planning a mass shooting at Rhodes Middle School by purchasing ammunition and tactical gear. Concerns arose after the boy created violent drawings and showed fascination with mass shooters, leading to previous suspensions and a suicide attempt. Following a series of alarming incidents, including the discovery of an improvised explosive device and live ammunition in his possession, Pardo faces charges of...

SummaryAt the Brickell Run Club in Miami, a donation box encourages runners to recycle used sneakers, collecting 20 pairs weekly for the for-profit recycling company Sneaker Impact. The shoes are sorted for reuse or recycling, with reusable pairs shipped to developing nations like Haiti and Honduras, creating microbusiness opportunities, while non-reusable shoes are transformed into materials for flooring and mats. Sneaker Impact's founder, Moe Hachem, emphasizes the importance of environmentally friendly practices and aims for...

Severe storms in St. Louis have led to widespread destruction, with the city’s mayor reporting four fatalities due to a devastating tornado. In related news, urgent manhunts are underway for escaped inmates in Louisiana, while Israeli airstrikes have targeted Hamas in Gaza, resulting in casualties. The reports also highlight ongoing investigations involving James Comey and Sean 'Diddy' Combs, alongside the impact of a trade war on Walmart's pricing strategies. Full Article

New Jersey faces significant transportation challenges as NJ Transit engineers strike for better wages, affecting around 100,000 daily commuters. The strike, the first in 40 years, coincides with increased congestion pricing for driving into New York City and air traffic issues at Newark Liberty International Airport. Governor Phil Murphy and NJ Transit officials are eager to resume negotiations with the striking union to resolve the situation swiftly, while commuters are urged to consider alternative transportation...

Former FBI director James Comey was interviewed by the US Secret Service after posting and then deleting an Instagram photo of seashells that allegedly implied a violent message against President Trump. Trump claimed Comey was calling for his assassination, a notion he emphasized during a Fox News interview, asserting that Comey should face charges based on the interpretation of the post. Comey, who stated he did not intend any harm and opposed violence, explained he...