Giorno: 31 Dicembre 2024

NYC Congestion Pricing to Begin Despite N.J. Opposition

The nation’s first congestion toll is set to roll out in New York City this Sunday, despite opposition from New Jersey and ongoing legal challenges, marking a historic moment in urban traffic management, NBC 4 New York reported.[#item_full_content]

Chief Justice Roberts Defends Judicial Independence

U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts issued a defense Tuesday of judicial independence, which he said is under threat from intimidation, disinformation, and the prospect of public officials defying court orders.

IDF Kills Terrorist Who Led Massacre at Kibbutz Nir Oz

Israel said a drone strike killed Abd al-Hadi Sabah, who led the massacre on Kibbutz Nir Oz during Iranian-backed Hamas’ terrorist attack on Oct. 7, 2023, the Times of Israel reported Tuesday.[#item_full_content]

Migrants accused of killing Mexican border agent after he asked for their IDs: officials

Three suspected migrants were arrested Monday for allegedly killing a Mexican immigration agent who had asked to see their identification documents, Mexican officials say.  The migrants — two from Venezuela and one from Colombia — were arrested hours after an alleged attack on the agent, who was found earlier in the day with no signs of life, […]

Nippon Steel Offers US Government Veto Power

Japan’s Nippon Steel has proposed giving the U.S. government veto power over any potential cuts to U.S. Steel’s production capacity, as part of its efforts to secure President Joe Biden’s approval for acquiring the American steelmaker, The Washington Post reported.[#item_full_content]

Advocates: Newsom Draft Plan Lacking Migrant Support

Proponents of illegal immigration are concerned the latest legal roadblock set up by California Gov. Gavin Newsom does not go far enough to protect those most at risk of deportation, the Los Angeles Times reported on Tuesday.[#item_full_content]

Wall Street Ends Lower, Capping a Banner Year

Wall Street lost ground Tuesday as investors closed the book on a remarkable year for equities, during which the U.S. stock market was powered to record highs by the twin engines of the artificial-intelligence boom and the U.S. Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cuts in…[#item_full_content]