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****** smoke billows from Sistine Chapel after first conclave vote ****** smoke billows from Sistine Chapel after first conclave vote STORY: :: ****** smoke billows from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling an inconclusive first vote by cardinals :: May 7, 2025 :: ******** City Thousands of faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square waiting for smoke to pour from a narrow flue on the roof of the chapel at the end of a day rich in ritual and pageantry, with prelates praying for divine guidance in their secret ballot. The crowds had to be patient as it took longer than expected for the smoke to appear, more than three hours after the start of the conclave. This was an hour more than it took for smoke to be seen after the first vote in the 2013 conclave that picked the late Pope Francis. When a pope is chosen, white smoke will emerge, but this had not been expected on Wednesday – a pontiff has not been picked on the first day of a conclave in modern times. However, some cardinals said this week that they hoped to wrap things up by Thursday or Friday to show the Church can remain unified after the often divisive, 12-year papacy of Francis, who died last month. Source link #****** #smoke #billows #Sistine #Chapel #conclave #vote Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

As GOP concerns grow about Medicaid cuts, hard-liners pressure Speaker Mike Johnson on lower deficits – NBC News As GOP concerns grow about Medicaid cuts, hard-liners pressure Speaker Mike Johnson on lower deficits – NBC News As GOP concerns grow about Medicaid cuts, hard-liners pressure Speaker Mike Johnson on lower deficits NBC NewsJohnson Rules Out an Aggressive Plan to Cut Medicaid as G.O.P. Moderates Waver The New York TimesTax Bill Imperiled by Trump’s Loud Republican Critic WSJE&C chair Guthrie still ‘hoping’ for megabill markup next week PoliticoMedicaid Cuts in Republican Bill Would Charge Poor People More for Coverage The American Prospect Source link #GOP #concerns #grow #Medicaid #cuts #hardliners #pressure #Speaker #Mike #Johnson #deficits #NBC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Jays call up outfielder Clase and reliever Fisher Jays call up outfielder Clase and reliever Fisher By n The ********* Pressn The ********* Press Posted May 7, 2025 6:54 pm Updated May 7, 2025 6:55 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size LOS ANGELES – Outfielder Jonatan Clase was recalled from triple-A Buffalo and right-handed pitcher Braydon Fisher was selected to the Blue Jays’ major-league roster before Toronto’s game against the Los Angeles Angels tonight. Outfielder Alan Roden and right-handed reliever Dillon Tate were optioned to Buffalo in corresponding moves. Outfielder Steward Berroa was also designated for assignment. Related Videos 1:41 Blue Jays sign Guerrero Jr. to $500M USD extension: reports Previous Video Next Video Story continues below advertisement Clase went hitless in his one appearance for the Blue Jays this season, but is hitting .315 with 15 stolen bases and a .419 on-base percentage with the minor-league Bisons so far this year. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Tate had a 5.06 earned-run average over 5 1/3 innings for Toronto, striking out seven. Roden had a decent start to his rookie MLB season, hitting .214 with a double and an RBI in his first five games this season. He’s since cooled off, hitting .178 this season with 13 hits, one home run, five runs batted in and a .262 on-base percentage. Trending Now Former Quebec junior hockey player Noah Corson sentenced to 2 years of jail time in sex-assault case ********* government ‘fact check’ dismisses Trump administration claims about border Fisher has not made his big-league debut, but has a 2.38 ERA over 11 1/3 innings in nine appearances for Buffalo this season. Berroa had yet to play for the Blue Jays this season before his designation. This report by The ********* Press was first published May 7, 2025. More on Sports More videos &copy 2025 The ********* Press Source link #Jays #call #outfielder #Clase #reliever #Fisher Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Maro Itoje set to be named British and Irish Lions captain Maro Itoje set to be named British and Irish Lions captain Maro Itoje is set to be confirmed on Thursday as the British and Irish Lions captain for the tour of Australia. The 30-year-old will become the first Englishman since Martin Johnson in 2001 to be named Lions captain, and will lead a party of around 40 players. Itoje, who will tour with the Lions for the third time, took over the England captaincy before the 2025 Six Nations, leading them to second after four straight wins. With Ireland skipper Caelan Doris having shoulder surgery this week, Itoje has emerged as the outstanding candidate for the role. He will be confirmed formally in front of a live audience at the O2 Arena on Thursday afternoon, along with the rest of the Lions squad. Itoje’s credentials have been endorsed by a string of former Lions, including three-times tourist Matt Dawson. “Maro has blossomed beautifully this season for England,” Dawson told BBC Radio 5 Live. “He has gone from being a player who was a certainty to be in the team, but was a bit short of the form of his early 20s and a little bit too ill-disciplined, to being right in the groove. “The captaincy has given him a new lease of life and he is ready to step into the role for the Lions.” Itoje will be the only member of Andy Farrell’s touring party present at the announcement, with the rest of the squad finding out at the time. Farrell’s team face Argentina in Dublin on Friday, 20 June, before their first game on *********** soil against Western Force on Saturday, 28 June. The three-Test series against the Wallabies starts on 19 July in Brisbane. Source link #Maro #Itoje #set #named #British #Irish #Lions #captain Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Canning Vale ******: Man questioned after pedestrian, 78, dies after being hit by station wagon Canning Vale ******: Man questioned after pedestrian, 78, dies after being hit by station wagon A driver is being questioned after an elderly man was fatally struck by a car in Perth’s south. Source link #Canning #Vale #****** #Man #questioned #pedestrian #dies #hit #station #wagon Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New report shows NYC helicopter breaking apart in midair before ****** that killed 6 New report shows NYC helicopter breaking apart in midair before ****** that killed 6 NEW YORK (AP) — Federal officials on Wednesday released images of a doomed New York City sightseeing helicopter as it broke apart in midair last month, killing six people. The series of still photographs taken from surveillance camera video shows the fuselage, containing the engine and rotors, separating from the helicopter’s tail. The rotor blades and the transmission then detach from the cabin that’s carrying the passengers and the pilot. The images were included in the preliminary report about the flight released by the National Transportation Safety Board. “Several witnesses described hearing several loud ‘bangs’ emanating from the helicopter before it broke up and descended into the river,” the report says. Justin Green, an aviation lawyer and former Marine helicopter pilot, said the sequence of images shows the helicopter yawing severely and the tail ***** failing, suggesting it was most likely struck by the aircraft’s main rotor blades while in flight. “It’s clear that some mechanical issue precipitated the breakup,” he said. “We still do not know the exact issues, only potential causes.” The initial NTSB report, which runs about six pages, does not address the initial cause of “the in-flight breakup of the aircraft,” he said. That will likely be determined by a forensic examination of the wreckage itself, including the rotor blades, the engine and transmission. Federal Aviation Administration records show the aircraft, a Bell 206L-4, was built in 2004 and had a maintenance issue last September involving its transmission assembly. The NTSB said previously that the aircraft, which was operated by tour company New York Helicopter, was not equipped with any video or data recording devices. But on Wednesday, it said photos taken beforehand show that the pilot, Seankese Johnson, was wearing computer-augmented sunglasses, which would have had video and audio recording capability. The glasses have not been recovered, however. Johnson, a 36-year-old former Navy SEAL, received his commercial pilot’s license in 2023 and had logged 790 hours of flight time, according to the NTSB report. But he didn’t appear to be particularly experienced flying a Bell 206L-4, according to Al Yurman, a retired NTSB investigator, who noted the report found he had fewer than 50 hours of flight in that type of aircraft. “It’s quite sophisticated for that type of work,” Yurman said. “I would prefer to have someone more experienced but we’ll know more when the full report comes out.” The report said Johnson worked a “10 days on/10 days off schedule” and the April 10 flight was his first day back after 10 days off. The flight was also the eighth of the day for the pilot and the helicopter. The aircraft was on a typical tour, departing from the downtown heliport by Wall Street around 3 p.m. and flying north along the Manhattan skyline before heading south toward the Statue of Liberty. Less than 18 minutes into the flight, witnesses saw the tail and main rotor break away and smoke pouring from the spinning helicopter. In recent years New York Helicopter, the tour company, went through bankruptcy and faced ongoing lawsuits over alleged debts. The company has said it is cooperating with authorities in the investigation. No one answered the phone at its office or responded to an email seeking comment on Wednesday. The ****** was among a recent string of aircraft disasters and close calls that left some people worried about the safety of flying in the U.S. It also revived concerns about the popular and costly aerial tours over New York City. Five commercial sightseeing helicopters have gone down in the rivers around Manhattan since 2005 as a result of mechanical failure, pilot error or collision, killing 20 people. The April 10 ****** killed a prominent family from Barcelona, Spain: Agustín Escobar, 49; Mercè Camprubí Montal, 39; and their children Victor, 4, Mercedes, 8, and Agustin, 10. Officials have said Escobar, global CEO of rail infrastructure at Siemens Mobility, was in the New York area on business. Montal, who worked for Siemens Energy and was the granddaughter of a former president of the famous Barcelona FC soccer club, flew in with their children to meet him. Mercedes would have turned 9 the day after the ******. Source link #report #shows #NYC #helicopter #breaking #midair #****** #killed Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Voting Fraud Charges – The New York Times Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Voting Fraud Charges – The New York Times Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Voting Fraud Charges The New York TimesFrio County public officials among six indicted after elections investigation, Paxton says The Texas TribunePayments, lunches, a job: Indictments reveal allegations against Frio County officials in voting investigation KSATTexas AG announces vote fraud charges against six people The HillFormer elections official arrested for alleged Vote Harvesting scheme in Frio County WOAI Source link #Texas #Attorney #General #Ken #Paxton #Announces #Voting #Fraud #Charges #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New Art Books Explore The Visuals Of Warhammer Video Games And Tabletop Minis New Art Books Explore The Visuals Of Warhammer Video Games And Tabletop Minis The grim, war-torn universes of Warhammer Fantasy and Warhammer 40,000 have produced numerous video game adaptations over the decades, and at long last, a new 208-page hardcover art book will give fans a deeper look into the develop of many of these titles, including Space Marine, Dawn of War, Total Warhammer, and more. The Art of Warhammer Video Games will launch on November 4, and preorders are available now. If that’s not enough Warhammer reading material for you, then there’s even more on the way in the form. The upcoming Warhammer 40,000: Character Encyclopedia and Warhammer 40,000: Words of War look to be excellent resources for anyone who wants to learn more about the major figures of the grimdark sci-fi universe’s complex lore and mythology. Both hardcover books launch on October 7 and are available to preorder now. $50 | Releases November 4 Priced at $50 and releasing on November 4, The Art of Warhammer Video Games covers quite a few of the recent and popular games from the numerous adaptations we’ve seen over the years. Notable games from both the Fantasy and 40,000 universes are included, like Dawn of War, Space Marine, Boltgun, Rogue Trader, Vermintide, Total Warhammer, and more. You can expect to see never-before-seen concept art and promo pieces here, as well as insightful commentary from the artists responsible for adapting the tabletop experience into a video game format. $25.19 (was $28) | Releases October 7 For something inspirational, there’ll also be Warhammer 40,000: Words of Wisdom to grab and keep on you for when you need a little pick-me-up for the day ahead. A collection of powerful quotes from legendary Space Marines who fight tooth and nail to keep mankind from being overrun by the forces of Chaos, this pocket-sized 64-page book includes thoughts on the nature of fear, the meaning of bravery, and the power of brotherhood. $13 | Releases October 7 Considering that there are decades of lore attached to Warhammer 40,000, figuring out where to start exactly can be a daunting experience. Fortunately, the upcoming Warhammer 40,000: Character Encyclopedia will give you the lowdown on the major players of this sci-fi series, as this hardcover book has entries on more than 120 characters. Covering everyone from the stalwart commanders of the Space Marines to the mysterious Phoenix Lords of the Aeldari, each entry comes with photography of the Games Workshop miniatures these heroes and villains are based on, as well as statistics and facts about these individuals. $23.14 (was $45) You can also score a big bargain right now on Warhammer 40,000: The Ultimate Guide. Available for $23.14 (was $45), this a very comprehensive look at the series spread across 336 pages in a hardcover format. While the character guide above is listed on specific movers and shakers in Warhammer 40,000, this encyclopedia adds extra context by examining the tabletop miniatures they’re based on, the lore behind them, and more. What’s really nice is that you’re getting official photography as well, with the book covering factions like the Tyranids and Necons, various vehicles, and battlefields. If you play the tabletop version of Warhammer 40,000, this makes it a very nice piece of reference for when you want to paint your models as accurately as possible. Even better, this book has an added layer of authenticity as it’s written by Guy Haley and Gav Thorpe, the ****** Library authors who are highly regarded in the wider Warhammer 40,000 fandom. There are dozens of other great Warhammer books out there spanning decades of lore, as well as numerous video games–not to mention the original tabletop games–so if you’re looking for more information on how to experience one of the biggest fictional settings out there, head over to our Warhammer 40,000 beginner guide. Source link #Art #Books #Explore #Visuals #Warhammer #Video #Games #Tabletop #Minis Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ex-model takes the stand in Harvey Weinstein's retrial Ex-model takes the stand in Harvey Weinstein's retrial A former model who alleges Harvey Weinstein ********* assaulted her almost 20 years ago has taken the stand at his retrial. Source link #Exmodel #takes #stand #Harvey #Weinstein039s #retrial Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Minecraft Movie 4K Blu-Ray & Digital Release Dates Revealed – Steelbook Preorders In Stock Minecraft Movie 4K Blu-Ray & Digital Release Dates Revealed – Steelbook Preorders In Stock Minecraft fans will be able to watch the wildly popular film adaptation from the comfort of their couches soon. Though preorders for the various Blu-ray editions have been available since the film hit theaters on April 4, the home video release dates weren’t announced until May 7. But we now know that A Minecraft Movie releases in digital format on May 13, and the 4K Blu-ray release will follow on June 24. You can preorder the digital version on Prime Video for $25. Multiple physical editions are up for grabs, including A Minecraft Movie’s Limited Edition Steelbook on 4K Blu-ray and Walmart’s exclusive (and very cool) Crafting Table Edition on 1080p Blu-ray. A Minecraft Movie pulled in mixed reviews from critics, but it has proven to be a massive hit with audiences across the globe. The family-friendly film starring Jack ******, Jason Momoa, and Jennifer Coolidge is closing in on $900 million at the box office. $38 | Releases June 24 A Minecraft Movie’s Limited Edition Steelbook is available to preorder at Amazon and Walmart for $38. The steelbook case features a bunch of Minrecraft characters on the front and back covers, while the interior design showcases the Creepers from the film. Inside the case, you’ll find two disc slots for the 4K Blu-ray and 1080p versions of the movie. You’ll also get a voucher that you can redeem for the digital version. The bonus features will provide fans with a closer look at how the blocky video game made the jump to the big screen. Here’s a list of bonus features included with A Minecraft Movie. These bonus features will be found on all Blu-ray versions of the film: A Minecraft Movie Special Features Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My! A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals A Minecraft Movie: Block Beats Marlene + Nitwit $35 | Releases June 24 This Walmart-exclusive edition of A Minecraft Movie looks pretty awesome. Available to preorder now for $35, the Collector’s Crafting Table Edition features foldable packaging that creates the iconic Crafting Table from the game/film. It has magnets to keep the box together, and the two discs are stored in the “walls” (sleeves) of the decorative display box. The only downside to this unique edition of A Minecraft Movie is that it doesn’t include a 4K Blu-ray version of the film. That said, it does include standard Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital versions of the movie. $30 | Releases June 24 A Minecraft Movie is also available in standard edition format on 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD. The standard edition 4K Blu-ray includes a digital copy, but unlike with the Steelbook, you will not get the 1080p Blu-ray disc. Likewise, the standard Blu-ray edition includes Digital, but you will miss out on the DVD found in the Crafting Table Edition. Take a closer look at the Limited Edition Steelbook and Crafting Table Editions below: A Minecraft Movie Limited Edition Steelbook A Minecraft Movie: Crafting Table Edition If you want other ways to enjoy A Minecraft Movie, consider picking up one of the two books based on the film. The first is a large hardcover book that goes behind the scenes of its development–A Minecraft Movie: From Block to Big Screen. It released on April 22 and is available for $40. Since it’s packed with interviews, exclusive images, and a deep dive into the creative process, it should be a hit with fans. The other is A Minecraft Movie: Official Coloring Book, which spans 80 pages and is a relaxing way for young fans to spend time with the characters. Plenty of other family-friendly video game movies have been released over the past few years, and most are now available in steelbook format. Consider rounding out your home theater collection with one of these popular options. Video Game Movie 4K Steelbooks Source link #Minecraft #Movie #BluRay #Digital #Release #Dates #Revealed #Steelbook #Preorders #Stock Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Large crack discovered under Florida condo building, forces evacuations Large crack discovered under Florida condo building, forces evacuations Large crack discovered under Florida condo building, forces evacuations Source link #Large #crack #discovered #Florida #condo #building #forces #evacuations Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump to pitch sweeping Medicare drug price plan – Politico Trump to pitch sweeping Medicare drug price plan – Politico Trump to pitch sweeping Medicare drug price plan PoliticoOpinion | Trump’s Worst Idea Since Tariffs WSJFrom deal to disaster: Drugmakers face a changed Washington as Trump embraces ‘most favored nation’ prices Endpoints NewsTrump to sign order on drug prices as early as next week, Politico reports ReutersMedicaid Update: Trump Pushes Republicans to Mandate Change Newsweek Source link #Trump #pitch #sweeping #Medicare #drug #price #plan #Politico Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Aussie teen Joint gives Raducanu battle in Italian Open Aussie teen Joint gives Raducanu battle in Italian Open Emma Raducanu had visited Rome’s Trevi Fountain on the morning before her Italian Open match against *********** teenager Maya Joint, but didn’t have time to make a wish. If she had got round to chuck in her three coins, the resurgent British star might have asked for a rather easier evening than the one then given to her in a late-night arm wrestle on Wednesday with the tough, talented 19-year-old. Joint just kept on fighting when all looked lost and there was no question 2021 US Open champ Raducanu, who’s been gradually rediscovering flashes of the form and confidence that marked that amazing Flushing Meadows win, was mightily relieved to eventually prevail 7-5 6-7 (1-7) 6-3 in a high quality joust. “The level was really high. Maya played so aggressive and any time I dropped the ball a tiny bit short, she was just all over it. So really proud of how I came through,” said Raducanu, who needed two and three-quarter hours to subdue the US-born Queenslander. Raducanu had been two points away from winning in straight sets, only for Joint to break back with the Briton serving for the match. Joint, who had won through two qualifying matches at the Foro Italico the previous two days to get into the main draw, then played an almost flawless tiebreak to set up a decider. Raducanu rediscovered her best to race into a 5-0 lead, but Joint simply wouldn’t go away, pulling back the next three games, saving a match point and even grabbing another break point until, finally, the *********** youngster succumbed, clubbing one forehand too long. Raducanu wondered if her morning’s tourist trip might have lulled her into being a bit too chilled. “I actually managed to go to the Trevi fountain this morning but I didn’t make a wish because the ****** was too long and I didn’t have a coin,” she smiled. “It was nice to see the sights and I had a nice lunch on the terrace on the street, all pretty chill but then the toughest part was to trying to then get psyched up for a match after you’d basically had a day off until 6pm.” Joint, who’s up to a career-high No.78 and could end up a little higher going into her maiden French Open, made it a real examination but, ultimately, ended up losing alongside her two compatriots, Olivia Gadecki and Ajla Tomljanovic, on Wednesday. World No.92 Gadecki lost 7-6 (7-5) 5-7 6-2 to American Carloine Dolehide, while Tomljanovic was beaten 6-3 6-4 by Russian-born Frenchwoman Varvara Gracheva. The only *********** left in the women’s draw is Daria Kasatkina, the 14th seed, who faces a tough opener against Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk, who’s fresh off reaching the quarter-finals in Madrid and who demolished 19-year-old ********* rising star Alex Eala 6-0 6-1. Source link #Aussie #teen #Joint #Raducanu #battle #Italian #Open Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

US school districts facing extortion attempt after hack, software provider says US school districts facing extortion attempt after hack, software provider says Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key Takeaways By AJ Vicens DETROIT (Reuters) -Hackers have tried to extort “multiple” school districts in the United States using previously stolen data from education software and cloud provider PowerSchool, the company said in a statement on Wednesday. The California-based provider, which serves more than 60 million students globally, disclosed in December 2024 that personal information from its U.S. student information database had been stolen in a cybersecurity incident. The data stolen varied, the company said at the time, but could have included names, contact information, dates of birth, limited medical alert information, and social security numbers. In an update on Wednesday the company said it was “aware that a threat actor has reached out to multiple school district customers in an attempt to extort them,” and for the first time acknowledged that the company paid a ransom for an undisclosed amount to the hackers responsible for the breach. The extortion attempts relied on data stolen as part of that incident, the company said. The company made what it called “the difficult decision” to pay the ransom “because we believed it to be in the best interest of our customers and the students and communities we serve.” The company believed the hackers would delete the data, the company said, “based on assurances and evidence provided to us.” Reuters could not establish whether the same hackers behind the original attack were behind the extortion tries. A person familiar with the extortion attempts told Reuters four school districts had been contacted. It was not clear where those districts are located. PowerSchool did not respond to a request for comment. Bain Capital took PowerSchool private in a deal worth $5.6 billion in June 2024. (Reporting by AJ Vicens in Detroit, Editing by Rosalba O’Brien) Source link #school #districts #facing #extortion #attempt #hack #software #provider Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Memphis police officers not guilty of fatal beating of US motorist Tyre Nichols – BBC Memphis police officers not guilty of fatal beating of US motorist Tyre Nichols – BBC Memphis police officers not guilty of fatal beating of US motorist Tyre Nichols BBCTyre Nichols Trial Verdict: 3 Former Memphis Officers Found Not Guilty in Fatal Beating The New York TimesNOT GUILTY: Jury returns verdict in Tyre Nichols trial WREG.com’Miscarriage of justice.’ Ex-Memphis police officers in Tyre Nichols case found not guilty The Commercial Appeal3 former Memphis officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he fled a traffic stop CNN Source link #Memphis #police #officers #guilty #fatal #beating #motorist #Tyre #Nichols #BBC Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Overwatchs Success Has Been Life-Changing For Zenyatta Voice Actor Feodor Chin Overwatchs Success Has Been Life-Changing For Zenyatta Voice Actor Feodor Chin Feodor Chin discusses lending his voice to beloved gaming icons like Overwatch’s Zenyatta and Lee Sin, and reflects on a diverse career across animation, film, and TV. Source link #Overwatchs #Success #LifeChanging #Zenyatta #Voice #Actor #Feodor #Chin Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

AFL great Brendan Fevola and singing icon Guy Sebastian cleared to play one-off game after questions about payments AFL great Brendan Fevola and singing icon Guy Sebastian cleared to play one-off game after questions about payments A plan for an AFL great to help a battling amateur club almost hit a hurdle after rivals asked questions about him being paid. Source link #AFL #great #Brendan #Fevola #singing #icon #Guy #Sebastian #cleared #play #oneoff #game #questions #payments Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

DOGE committee goes off the rails after Democrats suggest Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in insider trading DOGE committee goes off the rails after Democrats suggest Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in insider trading In a hearing on Wednesday, Democrats suggested that Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in insider trading. It caused the hearing to be suspended for 20 minutes. Greene’s trades during the April tariff dip have drawn scrutiny from Democrats. Democrats suggested that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in insider trading at a House hearing on Wednesday, derailing the proceedings for roughly 20 minutes. The DOGE subcommittee, which is chaired by the Georgia Republican, was holding a hearing on transgender athletes competing in fencing and other sports. As Democrats on the panel criticized Greene, two of them — Reps. Greg Casar and Jasmine Crockett, both of Texas — brought up recent stock trades made by the congresswoman. “We’re here because Chairwoman Marjorie Taylor Greene thinks that if she picks on vulnerable people like trans folks, she can avoid having a discussion about the allegations of insider trading against her,” Casar said. Greene purchased tens of thousands of dollars in stock in an array of companies between April 2 and 9, when President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement and subsequent pause led to large shifts in the stock market. The congresswoman has maintained that the trades were made by an independent financial advisor. “That’s something that my portfolio manager does for me, and he did a great job,” the congresswoman told the Georgia Recorder last month. “Guess what he did? He bought the dip.” Democrats have argued that Greene and other Republicans close to Trump may have known about the president’s tariff moves ahead of time, allowing them to profit from non-public information. When Crockett brought up Greene’s trades, she displayed a poster featuring the congresswoman’s face. “Let’s look at fraud,” Crockett said. “We could investigate whether the White House and members of this subcommittee engaged in insider trading and market manipulation. Maybe it’s a coincidence that the chairwoman brought hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of stock the day before Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs, but I guess we’ll never know.” Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina then asked to take Crockett’s words down, saying the Texas congresswoman was “alleging a criminal act.” That led to the committee suspending its business to review Crockett’s remarks. Eventually, Greene called the meeting back to order. The Georgia Republican asked Mace to withdraw her motion, saying the Texas Democrat’s remarks were “borderline” and that it was important to move on “in the interest of making sure that we stay on track, instead of getting sidetracked by Democrats’ non-stop fake accusations.” Read the original article on Business Insider Source link #DOGE #committee #rails #Democrats #suggest #Marjorie #Taylor #Greene #engaged #insider #trading Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ and ‘Cybercab’ trademarks hit roadblocks ahead of June launch – TechCrunch Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ and ‘Cybercab’ trademarks hit roadblocks ahead of June launch – TechCrunch Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ and ‘Cybercab’ trademarks hit roadblocks ahead of June launch TechCrunch Source link #Teslas #Robotaxi #Cybercab #trademarks #hit #roadblocks #ahead #June #launch #TechCrunch Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ex-Memphis cops acquitted in fatal beating of ****** man Ex-Memphis cops acquitted in fatal beating of ****** man Tyre Nichols’ death sparked nationwide protests across the United States. Three former police officers have been acquitted over his beating death. Source link #ExMemphis #cops #acquitted #fatal #beating #****** #man Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Alpharetta dealership employee says she was kidnapped after customer had his car serviced Alpharetta dealership employee says she was kidnapped after customer had his car serviced Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key Takeaways A north Fulton County man is behind bars after police say he kidnapped an employee at a car dealership. Deputies say Barinuaadum Bariyiga, 39, brought his car to the RBM of Alpharetta for a routine service appointment. But when he got back, they say he asked the service advisor to show him the features on his loaner. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] But deputies told Channel 2’s Michael Seiden that when she got in the car, Bariyiga took off. Investigators say he drove her around for 40 minutes despite her begging him to take her back to the dealership. “He persistently asked her personal and inappropriate questions about her love life, relationship status and appearance,” the responding deputy wrote in his report that Seiden obtained. They say he also asked her on a date and called himself from her phone so he could save her phone number. Eventually, he drove her back to the dealership, where he stayed until deputies arrived. They say after they found him in the service area, he attempted to leave with his child who stayed back during the chaos. TRENDING STORIES: Bariyiga is charged with several crimes, including kidnapping, false imprisonment and obstruction. Seiden reached out to RBM of Alpharetta to see if they plan to make any changes to ensure their employees’ safety, but the dealership declined to comment. He also exchanged text messages with Bariyiga’s wife who said she would call him about the allegations after she got off work, but he has not yet heard back. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Source link #Alpharetta #dealership #employee #kidnapped #customer #car #serviced Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Trump withdraws Dr. Janette Nesheiwat's surgeon general nomination, picks Dr. Casey Means instead – CBS News Trump withdraws Dr. Janette Nesheiwat's surgeon general nomination, picks Dr. Casey Means instead – CBS News Trump withdraws Dr. Janette Nesheiwat’s surgeon general nomination, picks Dr. Casey Means instead CBS NewsTrump Announces New Surgeon General Pick, Dr. Casey Means The New York TimesDr. Casey Means, Trump’s new surgeon general nominee, is RFK Jr. ally and MAHA advocate CBS NewsWhite House withdraws another key nomination with last-minute pivot to MAHA influencer for US surgeon general CNNPresident Donald Trump taps wellness influencer close to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for surgeon general Yahoo Source link #Trump #withdraws #Janette #Nesheiwat039s #surgeon #general #nomination #picks #Casey #Means #CBS #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dr. Casey Means, Trump’s new surgeon general nominee, is RFK Jr. ally and MAHA advocate Dr. Casey Means, Trump’s new surgeon general nominee, is RFK Jr. ally and MAHA advocate President Trump will nominate Dr. Casey Means to serve as U.S. surgeon general, he announced Wednesday — shortly after the White House withdrew the president’s earlier pick of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat for the key public health post. Mr. Trump said in a Truth Social post that Means “has impeccable ‘MAHA’ credentials” — referring to the acronym for “Make America Healthy Again,” a slogan used by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “Her academic achievements, together with her life’s work, are absolutely outstanding,” Mr. Trump wrote. “Dr. Casey Means has the potential to be one of the finest Surgeon Generals in United States History.” Means’ website says she graduated from Stanford Medical School. She trained as a surgeon but dropped it to focus on functional medicine and co-founded Levels, a health app that can connect to glucose monitors. She has built a large following as a health and wellness influencer. Casey Means was close to Kennedy during the campaign, along with her brother, Calley Means, who played a key role in orchestrating Kennedy’s endorsement of Mr. Trump, according to multiple Kennedy allies who played a role in the transition. The two siblings authored the bestseller “Good Energy” after their mother died of pancreatic *******, arguing that “metabolism is at the root of disease and the incentives that lead our current system to ignore it.” Calley Means now serves as a special government employee, advising Kennedy. Casey Means was initially favored as a contender for the surgeon general pick, some of Kennedy’s allies said, but was initially passed over for Nesheiwat. Some of Kennedy’s allies said they believed Nesheiwat’s appearances on Fox News and her ties to Mike Waltz — the former national security adviser, who is married to Nesheiwat’s sister Julia — played a role in that pick. The U.S. surgeon general oversees 6,000 members of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, which is part of the Department of Health and Human Services, and plays a key role in setting the national agenda on public health. The nominee must be confirmed by the Senate. Alexander Tin Alexander Tin is a digital reporter for CBS News based in the Washington, D.C. bureau. He covers federal public health agencies. Source link #Casey #Means #Trumps #surgeon #general #nominee #RFK #ally #MAHA #advocate Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

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