Michigan State hearing officer rules Mel Tucker sexually harassed Brenda Tracy, AP source says (apnews.com)
Japan's automakers unveil EVs galore at Tokyo show to catch up with Tesla, other electric rivals (abcnews.go.com)
Toyota, Honda, Nissan and other Japanese automakers are serious about rolling out battery electric vehicles to catch up with the world’s frontrunners like Tesla and BYD...
Theft of 2 million dimes from truckload of coins from US Mint leaves four facing federal charges (apnews.com)
Federal authorities have released more details and unsealed charges in the theft of more than 2 million dimes earlier this year from a tractor-trailer that had picked up the coins from the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia.
Off-Duty Alaska Airlines Pilot Tries To Shut Off Engines During Flight (jalopnik.com)
The rogue pilot was arrested and charged with 83 counts of attempted murder...
In Pittsburgh Region, Criminal Justice Reformers Face Off Against Old Guard (boltsmag.org)
After coasting to reelection for decades with barely any opposition, District Attorney Stephen Zappala lost the May Democratic primary against Matt Dugan, the county’s chief public defender. But Zappala is now running as a Republican in a rematch against Dugan....
California governor signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings (apnews.com)
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
The opioid crisis has gotten much, much worse despite Congress’ efforts to stop it (www.politico.com)
America’s drug overdose crisis is out of control. Washington, despite a bipartisan desire to combat it, is finding its addiction-fighting programs are failing....
Israel to refuse visas to UN officials after Guterres speech on Gaza war (www.aljazeera.com)
Autoworkers reach a deal with Ford, a breakthrough toward ending strikes against Detroit automakers (apnews.com)
Mike Johnson picked as new GOP speaker nominee just hours after Tom Emmer drops bid (www.cnn.com)
The House GOP picked Rep. Mike Johnson as their latest speaker nominee Tuesday evening, though the Louisiana Republican so far lacks the 217 votes needed to win the gavel – the latest sign that Republicans are still no closer to electing a new speaker three weeks after Kevin McCarthy’s historic ouster....
Gen Z And The Great Office Debate Won’t End In 2023 (www.forbes.com)
Robert Davis, accused killer of [journalist and LGBTQ activist] Josh Kruger, surrenders to police (www.inquirer.com)
Trump valued holdings at 'whatever number' he picked, Michael Cohen testifies (www.reuters.com)
Modalert 200mg | Modafinil | Health Matter (lemmy.ca)
Modalert 200mg is a popular Modafinil brand that belongs to a drug class called Nootropic. It acts in the central nervous system and provides wakefulness and activeness. People struggling with extreme sleepiness are advised to take Modalert 200mg tablets. Modalert tablets begin action within 30 minutes of intake and stays the...
Common Problems with Toyota Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide (lemmy.sdf.org)
Toyota, the renowned Japanese car manufacturer, has established itself as one of the most popular car brands worldwide. With a rich history dating back to the 1930s, Toyota has introduced a wide range of models and designs that have stood the test of time....
Small business owners say they're pressured to hire off-duty MPD cops for security (minnesotareformer.com)
Small business owners — particularly immigrant owned — say they've been pressured by police to hire off-duty officers to provide security.
New note dropped by Lewiston mass shooting suspect shows that he was motivated by islamaphobia (cinchnews.com)
Philadelphia journalist who advocated for homeless and LGBTQ+ communities shot and killed at home (apnews.com)
A journalist and advocate who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve as a spokesperson for Philadelphia’s most vulnerable was shot and killed at his home early Monday, police said....
Pope accepts resignation of Polish bishop after gay orgy scandal in diocese (www.theguardian.com)
The pope has accepted the resignation of a Polish bishop whose diocese has been rocked by reports of a gay orgy involving a male sex worker in a priest’s apartment, as well as previous violent incidents involving his clergy....
Celtic fans defy club and display Palestine flags for Champions League clash at Parkhead (www.rte.ie)
The displays will inevitably lead to UEFA disciplinary action against Celtic, given the European governing body has already fined the club for fans flying Palestine flags on previous occasions.
Scientists discover hidden landscape ‘frozen in time’ under Antarctic ice (www.theguardian.com)
Hills and valleys carved by ancient rivers in area the size of Belgium has remained untouched for more than 34m years...
Mike Johnson elected House speaker with broad Republican support (apnews.com)
'We're wiser': US Republican women candidates steer clear of speaker fight (www.reuters.com)
Some of the holdouts say that is a deliberate choice, to avoid what has been a brutal fight that has taken a political toll on many of the group’s top leaders....
Children in 1 million more families faced food insecurity in 2022, USDA says (www.cnn.com)
Chicago police with extremist ties have troubling records (graphics.suntimes.com)
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