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Trump Drops Greenland Tariff Threats After EU Freezes US Trade Deal (UPDATE) Trump Drops Greenland Tariff Threats After EU Freezes US Trade Deal (UPDATE)
Trump Drops Greenland Tariff Threats After EU Freezes US Trade Deal (Update) President Donald Trump has backed away from imposing new tariffs tied to his push to annex Greenland, after European Union leaders paused approval of a major trade deal with the US. Trump announced the retreat from his latest tariff threat in a post on his social media platform Truth Social on Wednesday, Jan. 21. He previously threatened a 10% duty on many European countries, including Denmark, France, Norway, and the United Kingdom, with an escalating 25% tariff if a deal for the US to buy Greenland wasn't reached by Monday, June 1. The 10% tariffs were expected to go i…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
Israel Could Be Banned From FIFA World Cup In US: Reports Israel Could Be Banned From FIFA World Cup In US: Reports
Israel Could Be Banned From FIFA World Cup In US: Reports Israel could be banned from the 2026 FIFA World Cup as international backlash grows against its military occupation of Gaza, which a United Nations commission has called a genocide. Europe's soccer governing body UEFA is moving toward a vote to suspend Israeli teams from international play, the Associated Press reported. A ban would impact Israel's national teams, along with clubs that can qualify for competitions like the UEFA Champions League. A majority of UEFA's 20-member executive committee is expected to support suspending Israel, two people familiar with the proposal told the AP. UEF…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Jerry Seinfeld Says 'Free Palestine' Advocates Worse Than KKK: Report Jerry Seinfeld Says 'Free Palestine' Advocates Worse Than KKK: Report
Jerry Seinfeld Says 'Free Palestine' Advocates Worse Than KKK: Report Comedian Jerry Seinfeld compared the "Free Palestine" movement to the Ku Klux Klan, claiming that the slogan is a form of antisemitism. Seinfeld made the comments at Duke University on Tuesday, Sept. 9, the Duke Chronicle student newspaper reported. The unpublicized event was for Omer Shem Tov, a former Israeli hostage abducted during the Hamas-led attack at the Nova music festival on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. The 71-year-old implied that pro-Palestinian advocates are antisemitic. “Free Palestine is, to me, just — you're free to say you don't like Jews. Just say you don't…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Caterpillar Dumped By World's Largest Sovereign Fund Over Israeli Military Ties Caterpillar Dumped By World's Largest Sovereign Fund Over Israeli Military Ties
Caterpillar Dumped By World's Largest Sovereign Fund Over Israeli Military Ties The world's largest sovereign wealth fund has dropped construction equipment company Caterpillar over Israel's military campaign in Gaza, which many groups are calling a "genocide." Norway's Government Pension Fund Global announced it was divesting from Caterpillar and five Israeli banks on Monday, Aug. 25. The Norwegian sovereign wealth fund has more than $1.7 trillion in assets, according to the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute. The fund's Council on Ethics said that Caterpillar bulldozers have aided Israel in "the widespread unlawful destruction of Palestinian property." "There is n…

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by Chris Spiker
News
World’s Safest Destinations For Travelers Revealed In Rankings World’s Safest Destinations For Travelers Revealed In Rankings
World’s Safest Destinations For Travelers Revealed In Rankings For travelers plotting their first big adventure, the world can seem full of unknowns, especially when it comes to safety.  But if you’re eager to explore new horizons with peace of mind, a new study has pinpointed the ultimate destination for worry-free travel in 2025. Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection’s annual report, has named Iceland as the safest country for travelers next year.  The ranking is based on a blend of factors, including low crime rates, societal stability, and minimal conflict, making Iceland a standout for those seeking both adventure and assurance. Iceland…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
US Happiness Plummets To Historic Lows: Here Are Worldwide Rankings US Happiness Plummets To Historic Lows: Here Are Worldwide Rankings
US Happiness Plummets To Historic Lows: Here Are Worldwide Rankings The latest World Happiness Report reveals a troubling trend: the United States has sunk to its lowest ranking ever. The US is now positioned at 24th place, largely attributed to a significant rise in the number of individuals dining alone.  This annual report, sponsored by the United Nations, underscores the profound connection between social interactions and well-being, as experts highlight that sharing meals is a vital contributor to happiness. For the eighth consecutive year, Finland has claimed the title of the world’s happiest country, with its stunning lakes and robust welfare s…

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by Joe Lombardi
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COVID-19: 'Stealth Omicron,' A New Version Of Variant, Identified In US COVID-19: 'Stealth Omicron,' A New Version Of Variant, Identified In US
Covid-19: 'Stealth Omicron,' A New Version Of Variant, Identified In US A new sub-variant of the dominant COVID-19 Omicron strain could be on the rise, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The new strain, dubbed the “stealth” Omicron variant because it’s difficult to identify due to a lack of certain genetic characteristics, appears to be on the rise, with confirmed cases of the virus in at least 40 countries, including the United States. According to the WHO, Omicron, which is known as B.1.1.529, has three sub-variants: the original BA.1 that remains the dominant strain, the “stealth” BA.2, which is picking up steam, and the more elusive BA.3. Re…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: One Sign You May Have Omicron Could Show Up On Your Skin COVID-19: One Sign You May Have Omicron Could Show Up On Your Skin
Covid-19: One Sign You May Have Omicron Could Show Up On Your Skin A sign that you may have become infected with the COVID-19 Omicron variant may show up on your skin. A ZOE study conducted in the United Kingdom analyzed thousands of reports of Omicron symptoms uploaded to an app by the British public. The top five symptoms recorded were: Runny nose, Headache, Fatigue (both mild or severe), Sneezing, Sore throat. Loss of appetite and brain fog were both also reported as common symptoms in the survey. A skin rash should also be considered as a key sign of COVID, according to a report in the Daily Express. "The most common skin signs of Covid seem t…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
COVID-19: Study Of Omicron Outbreak At Christmas Party Reveals Three New Symptoms COVID-19: Study Of Omicron Outbreak At Christmas Party Reveals Three New Symptoms
Covid-19: Study Of Omicron Outbreak At Christmas Party Reveals Three New Symptoms Click here for a new, updated story - COVID-19: Study Reveals How Long It Takes Omicron Symptoms To Show Up A new study conducted during an outbreak of the highly transmissible COVID-19 Omicron variant has revealed three new symptoms for the strain, but ones that are very familiar with the initial symptoms after the novel coronavirus first surfaced around this time two years ago. Namely, muscle aches, a loss of taste, and a decline in smell. About 58 percent of those surveyed reported experiencing muscles aches in a survey following an outbreak of 111 confirmed or probable Omicron…

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by Joe Lombardi