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Transcript: House Speaker Mike Johnson on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 Transcript: House Speaker Mike Johnson on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 The following is the transcript of an interview with House Speaker Mike Johnson, Republican of Louisiana, that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on May 25, 2025. MARGARET BRENNAN: We begin with the passage of what President Trump is calling his “Big Beautiful Bill,” and the man who got it through the House, Speaker Mike Johnson, who joins us from Benton, Louisiana. Good morning to you, Mr. Speaker. SPEAKER JOHNSON: Hey, good morning, and I wish a blessed Memorial Day weekend to everybody. MARGARET BRENNAN: Indeed. Well, you got this massive tax and border bill through, just barely, one vote margin. You pulled an all-nighter. Among other things, it will eliminate taxes on tips and overtime. Put about $50 billion towards the border wall and hiring Border Patrol agents, keep in place existing individual tax rates, create savings accounts for kids with a one-time deposit of $1,000, increase the child tax credit by about 500 bucks. The- the bill on this is estimated to be between four and $5 trillion over the next decade. How much do you think this is all going to cost? SPEAKER JOHNSON: Well, that’s about the right estimate. But at the same time, we have historic savings for the American people. Cuts to government to make it more efficient and effective and- and work better for the people. That was a big campaign promise of President Trump and a big promise of ours, and we’re going to achieve that. So in the calculation here, there’s more than $1.5 trillion in savings, Margaret, for the people. And that’s- that’s the largest amount- biggest cut in government, really, in at least 30 years and if you adjust for inflation, probably the largest in the history of government. So we’re proud of what we produced here. We’ve checked all the boxes, where all the things that you mentioned in existence- in addition to American energy dominance, investing in our military industrial base, which is appropriate for us to talk about this weekend and so many other priorities and that’s why we call it the “One Big Beautiful Bill. I think arguably, it’s the most consequential legislation that Congress will pass in many generations, and it’s a long time coming. MARGARET BRENNAN: Well, just this morning, we did hear from some of your Republican colleagues over in the Senate, where this heads next, that they can’t support the bill as it is written. I think you know this. Senator Rand Paul said the cuts are ‘wimpy and anemic,’ ‘the math doesn’t add up,’ it will ‘explode the debt.’ In addition to that political criticism, you’ve already seen– SPEAKER JOHNSON: –Yeah, Senator Paul and I are– MARGARET BRENNAN: –Moody’s credit rating agency downgrade American credit and Goldman Sachs says that this bill will not offset the damage from the President’s tariffs. Isn’t this an economic gamble? SPEAKER JOHNSON: No, it’s not an economic gamble. It’s a big investment. And look, this- what this bill is going to do is be jet fuel to the U.S. economy. It is going to foster a pro growth economy. What do we mean by that? Because we’re reducing taxes, we’re reducing regulations, we’re going to increase and incentivize American manufacturing again. And what will- the effect this will have in the economy is that entrepreneurs and risk takers and job creators will have an easier time in doing that. They will allow for more jobs and more opportunity for more people, and wages will increase. Now, Margaret, this is not a theoretical exercise. We did this already in the first Trump administration. After just the first two years, we brought about the greatest economy in the history of the world, not just the U.S. because we did it- followed a very simple formula, we cut taxes and we cut regulations. This time– MARGARET BRENNAN: You didn’t do it in the middle of a tariff war. SPEAKER JOHNSON: –we’re doing that on steroids. MARGARET BRENNAN: In the first administration, there was sequencing– SPEAKER JOHNSON: Well, no. MARGARET BRENNAN: You got tax reform- the Republicans got tax reform through and held off the tariff war. Goldman Sachs says, “the hit to growth from tariffs will more than offset the boost to growth from the fiscal package.” That’s Goldman Sachs. SPEAKER JOHNSON: Well- well, I know. I respect Goldman Sachs, but I think what they’re discounting here is the growth that will be spurred on by this legislation, and the fact that the so-called tariff war is beginning to subside already. You’ve got over 75 countries that are negotiating new, more fair trade agreements for the U.S. right now because of the President’s insistence that that be done and it was decades overdue. That is going to benefit every American, it’s going to benefit the consumers. You know, they howled when the first tariffs- reciprocal tariffs policy was announced, and they said that prices would skyrocket. That simply hasn’t happened. Many of those early estimates were far off, and that’s being proven now. So what I think will happen is the tariffs, you know, contest will subside. This legislation will pass and get the economy going again and people will feel that. They’ll see it in their own pocketbooks, in their own opportunity and every American household is going to benefit by these policies. MARGARET BRENNAN: You know Walmart has already said that it will have to raise prices. It’s not theoretical. And the President on Friday was talking about even more tariffs, this time on Apple and others. But back- back to your end of the- of the deal here, for this tax relief, you talked about the cuts to pay for it all. You are eliminating subsidized federal student loans so the government will no longer cover the interest on debt while borrowers’ in school. You’re eliminating 500 billion in clean energy subsidies and you’re terminating early tax breaks for electric vehicles. Alongside that, you’re carrying out about a trillion in reductions to Medicaid and food stamps. We looked at your home state, and the projection is that nearly 200,000 Louisianans will lose their Medicaid coverage because of this. How do you defend that to your constituents? SPEAKER JOHNSON: We have not cut Medicaid, and we have not cut SNAP. What we’re doing, Margaret, is working on fraud, waste and abuse, and everyone in Louisiana and around the country understands that that’s a responsibility of Congress. Just in- in Medicaid, for example, you’ve got 1.4 million ******** aliens receiving those benefits. That is not what Medicaid is intended for. It’s intended for vulnerable populations, for young, single, pregnant women and the elderly and the disabled and people who desperately need those resources. Right now, they’re being drained by fraud, waste and abuse. You’ve got about 4.8 million people on Medicaid right now nationwide who are able-bodied workers, young men, for example, who are not working, who are taking advantage of the system. If you are able to work and you refuse to do so, you are defrauding the system. You’re cheating the system. And no one in the country believes that that’s right. So there’s a- there’s a moral component to what we’re doing. And when you make young men work, it’s good for them, it’s good for their dignity, it’s good for their self worth, and it’s good for the community that they live in. MARGARET BRENNAN: Sure, but in- first of all, just undocumented immigrants, you know, are not eligible for food stamps or Medicaid. Some– SPEAKER JOHNSON: And yet they’re receiving them that’s the problem– MARGARET BRENNAN: –lawfully present immigrants are. So the 190,000 Louisianans that are projected by KFF as losing their Medicaid. Your position is they were just lazy, not working? That they were undocumented? What about them? How do you defend that they will be losing their benefits? SPEAKER JOHNSON: No. What we’re talking about again, is able-bodied workers, many of whom are refusing to work because they’re gaming the system. And when we make them work, it’ll be better for everybody, a win-win-win for all. By the way, the work requirements, Margaret, is not some onerous, burdensome thing. It’s a minimum of 20 hours a week. You could either be working or be in a job program, a job training program, or volunteering in your community. This is not some, some onerous thing ,this is common sense. And when the American people understand what we are doing here, they applaud it. This is a wildly popular thing, because we have to preserve the programs. What we’re doing is strengthening Medicaid and SNAP so that they can exist, so that they’ll be there for the people that desperately need it the most, and it’s not being taken advantage of. And this is something that everybody in Congress, Republicans and Democrats should agree to. MARGARET BRENNAN: Well, one of your Republican colleagues over in the Senate has been very vocal about his concern in regard to what you’re doing to Medicaid. Josh Hawley has been arguing it is ‘morally wrong and politically suicidal’ to slash health insurance for the working poor. He said the cost sharing language will force people at or just over the federal poverty level to pay as much as $35 for a medical visit, which means working people will pay more. How do you defend that? Because you know, in the Senate, they are going to make changes to this. SPEAKER JOHNSON: My friend Josh Hawley is a fiscal conservative as I am. We don’t want to slash benefits. And again, I make this very clear. We are not cutting Medicaid. We are not cutting SNAP. We’re working in the elements of fraud, waste and abuse. SNAP, for example, listen to the statistics, in 2024 over $11 billion in SNAP payments were- were erroneous. I mean, that’s- that’s a number that everyone acknowledges is real. It may be much higher than that– [CROSSTALK] MARGARET BRENNAN: Louisiana is like– SPEAKER JOHNSON: But here’s the problem, the states– MARGARET BRENNAN: — the second largest recipient of food stamps in the country, sir. SPEAKER JOHNSON: Let me explain it, Margaret. Let me explain it. The states- the states are not properly administering this because they don’t have enough skin in the game. So what we’ve done in the bill is add some- just a modest state sharing component, so that they’ll pay attention to that, so that we can reduce fraud. Why? Again, so that it is preserved for the people that need it the most. This is common sense, Margaret. It’s good government, and everybody on both sides of the aisle should agree to that. MARGARET BRENNAN: Well, Senator Hawley objects to that cost sharing language. He is the one leveraging that criticism. This is going to change, you know that, when it goes to the Senate. How do you- how do you put Republicans up to have to defend these things when they are facing an election in 17 months? SPEAKER JOHNSON: We got almost every vote in the House because we worked on it for more than a year in finding the exact balance of reforms to the program so that we can save them and secure them. I think- I think Senator Hawley will see that when he looks into the details of what we passed on Thursday. This is a big thing, it’s an historic thing, once in a generation legislation. We call it the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ because it’s going to do so much and the America first agenda will be delivered for the people just as we promised. And look, I had lunch with my Senate Republican colleagues on Tuesday, their weekly luncheon, and I encouraged them to remember that we are one team. It’s the Senate and the House Republicans together that will deliver this- this ball over the goal line, so to speak. And I encouraged them to make as few modifications as possible, remembering that I have a very delicate balance on our very diverse Republican caucus over in the House. MARGARET BRENNAN: Yeah, well, you- you have five to six Republicans from high tax states who are not going to want to see that change in the state and local tax deductions and there’s not a commitment to that in the Senate. Can you still get this through the house without SALT? SPEAKER JOHNSON: Look, we- there’s got to be a modification to SALT, and as I’ve explained to my Senate colleagues many times, you know, they don’t have SALT caucus in the Senate because they’re all from red states, but in the House, we do have a number of members who are elected in places like New York and California and New Jersey, and they have to provide some relief to their constituents. Those are what we call our majority makers. Those are the people who are elected in the toughest districts and help us have the numbers to keep the majority in the House, and so, this is political reality. We’d love to cut more costs. We’d love to do even more, but we have to deal within the realm of possibility. And I think this is a huge leap forward for fiscal responsibility, for a government that’s effective and accountable to the people and real relief for hard working Americans, and they well deserve it. MARGARET BRENNAN: Well before I let you go, I want to ask you about another provision that was tucked into this bill. Democrats say it is weakening separation of powers and punishing the courts. It’s a specific provision that would restrict a federal court’s power to enforce injunctions with contempt, unless there was a bond attached to it. Sounds really weedy, but it’s causing a lot of outcry. If this might get stripped out in the Senate anyway, why did you bother to stick it in? SPEAKER JOHNSON: Well, we bothered to stick it in because that’s our responsibility in Congress. It is about separation of powers, and right now you have activist judges, a handful of them around the country, who are abusing that power. They’re issuing these nationwide injunctions. They’re- they’re engaging in political acts from the bench, and that is not what our system is intended for. And people have lost their- their- their faith in our system of justice. We have to restore it and bringing about a simple reform like that is something that I think everybody should applaud. MARGARET BRENNAN: Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, thank you for your time this morning. ‘Face the Nation’ will be back in a minute. Stay with us. Face The Nation Transcripts More Source link #Transcript #House #Speaker #Mike #Johnson #Face #Nation #Margaret #Brennan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Transcript: Jack McCain on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 Transcript: Jack McCain on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 The following is the transcript of an interview with Navy veteran Jack McCain that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on May 25, 2025. MARGARET BRENNAN And we’re back with another McCain. Jack McCain is the son of Cindy and the late Senator John McCain. He’s a Navy veteran who served in the Afghanistan War, and he joins us now from Kyoto, Japan. Good to have you here. JACK MCCAIN: Thank you. I’m incredibly glad to be here. MARGARET BRENNAN: So, we know when you were in Afghanistan, you flew alongside and helped to train some of the Afghan ****** Hawk pilots. Why is it important to you now to speak out on their behalf? Are any of your personal contacts there at risk? MCCAIN: Yes, basically everyone that we were unable to get out is at risk. These pilots and crew members fought the Taliban toe to toe, and because of that, the Taliban is trying to seek them out for reprisal, something that they distinctly promised that they would not do. So not only they- are they in danger, but we owe them a debt. I believe that I’m vertical and still on this earth because of the efforts of my Afghan pilots and crews. And not only do I owe them personally, but the nation owes them a debt of honor, one that we have yet to repay. Everyone, interpreters, ground troop pilots that worked and fought alongside the United States at our behest, should be able to be evacuated here to the United States and should be taken care of. MARGARET BRENNAN: So you were active duty at the time of the very chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. I know you helped to get Afghans out. During that ******* of time, there were a lot of Afghans airlifted out. Who was left behind and what promises were made? MCCAIN: Yeah, the problem is everyone was left behind, whether it was family members, including family members of U.S. servicemen, whether it was pilots, crews, the people that I worked with, special forces. We did everything we could to get as many as we could out. But through the chaos of the withdrawal and frankly, the lack of planning on the part of the United States government, it was up to individuals and sometimes smaller military units to help either- in my case, I had to triage who we were going to take out. I had to prioritize operational pilots over pilots in training, versus crew members in the back, simply because everyone was trying to do everything they could. So we have tens of thousands that fought alongside us left behind, each one of them in danger in their own way, not to mention family members that can be used as tools of leverage against those that are even here in the United States now. MARGARET BRENNAN: And to that point: under the Taliban right now, women aren’t even allowed to speak in public. They can’t go to school over the sixth- past the sixth grade. They’re not allowed to work. So the daughters, the wives, the female family members of a lot of these people who worked with Americans are facing some pretty tough conditions. However, this administration just recently said through Homeland Security that it is safe for Afghans to return. So those here could be sent back, some Afghans who had arrived here and been given temporary protection. Does what the U.S. government said match in any way what you are hearing is happening on the ground? MCCAIN: I would disagree with the entire notion that it is safe for anyone, especially if they’ve been in the United States, to return to rule under the Taliban. Whether they are, male, female, young, old, that regime has proven itself to be- to not only have gone back on every promise they made to us, but to be- to have no problem using human lives as pawns to imprison, torture, *****, kill, even sell into slavery. So no, I disagree that Afghanistan is safe for anybody, much less those that fought on behalf of the United States. My pilots were doing gun runs on Taliban positions as they were moving forward on the base in Kandahar. I would say that they have a score- the Taliban have a score they’d like to settle. So absolutely, not unequivocally, it is not safe to return. MARGARET BRENNAN: So there are a number of veterans of the war in Afghanistan who serve currently as lawmakers in the United States Congress. And it is Congress that sets the number of visas for the- these Special Immigrant Visas, SIVs. We checked, there are more than 144,000 applicants in the pipeline, but there are only 11,000 visas left. So that’s not even counting family members here. Have you gotten any indication from the lawmakers you know that they are going to raise that cap? MCCAIN: No, I have not, and it is an utter travesty that that is the case. People on both sides of the aisle had- have served in Afghanistan or fought alongside Afghans, much like me, and the political theater that has taken place of simply ignoring the problem can only be summarized by the word despicable. This is an issue of humanity. This is an issue of national honor, and this is a debt that we owe. So I would urge lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to solve this problem, because it is not going to go away. It is your job to legislate, so please do so. MARGARET BRENNAN: So that’s in the hand of lawmakers. That was a problem even during the last administration. Now though, we have this extra complication where the Trump administration has put in orders to restrict refugee admissions and said the U.S. should prioritize people who can, quote, “fully and appropriately assimilate and who do not pose a threat to the security or ******** of the United States.” That’s made it hard for Afghan refugees, family members to enter here. How do you reassure the public that these refugees are not a risk? Even the Vice President of the United States has said he does not trust the vetting of refugees. MCCAIN: Well, I mean, I think I passed the ultimate test in that I literally put my lives in- my life in these peoples’ hands. So not only are they worthy of trust, but they are worthy of our care. The vetting process has taken place. It continues to take place. And if vetting is the issue, fantastic. Let’s pass legislation to solve that problem. Let’s make sure everyone up to this point has been vetted. But if there’s something else that would make anyone on any side of the aisle feel safer, then great, there’s a solution for this. It’s called the legislative process. So I would urge lawmakers to do the one job that they’re paid by the American people to do, and to solve the problem that we have created ourselves. MARGARET BRENNAN: Secretary Rubio testified this week that he will follow the letter of the law as written by Congress. Congress had established a program to help pay for the Afghans to be resettled here. It’s the CARE Program at the State Department, but now the program is no longer paying the way for these Afghans. How difficult is it for some of the Afghans you know to pay to get their wife, their family members here? MCCAIN: These people were taken from their country with only the clothes on their back in about 99% of cases. They were dumped off into locations that they were unfamiliar with, and as much as service members and the government did an amazing amount to try to support them, it’s still not enough. When you imagine the massive change in their lives, not to mention the fact that their entire country and family has now been shattered as a result of American action. It is beyond difficult. I have individuals who are combat wounded, who have extreme injuries that make them almost unable to work, and it’s not like I can send them to the VA despite the fact that they got shot at on behalf of the American government. So I would say that life is extremely difficult, but those individuals are of great resolve, and they are doing everything they can to overcome and to become great Americans, the great Americans that I know they will be, and that anybody that knows them personally knows them to be. MARGARET BRENNAN: There have been a few investigations of the withdrawal from Afghanistan, by the Pentagon, by the State Department. They have found fault with the Biden administration. They have found fault with the first Trump administration. This past week, Secretary Hegseth announced he’s going to do a new investigation of it all. That it will be led by his spokesperson. It’s unclear why that person in particular. What do you think was missing from those original reviews? MCCAIN: I don’t think anything is missing from those original reviews, and I don’t think that going back over the process of the withdrawal is going to solve any of the very real problems that exist today. It was political theater the first time, it is political theater the second time, and it is political theater yet again. This does nothing to solve the problem that we created. This does nothing to make the lives of Afghans better. This does nothing to help stabilize the region. It is simply the Biden administration pointing the finger at the Trump administration, the Trump administration pointing the finger at the Biden administration. It’s happening all over again. This is a useless waste of effort, but frankly, it is one that I see continuing. MARGARET BRENNAN: Before I let you go. Your father famously said it matters less that you can fight, but what you fight for is the real test. I know you feel passionately about this particular issue. Can you ever see yourself entering politics to fight for other issues? MCCAIN: That’s a very interesting question, one that I happen to get asked fairly regularly. And I would say, trying to follow his example, that the best life is one lived adventurously, and if- in service of a cause greater than one’s self interest. I’m doing that, and if someday that does take me to office, in service of the nation, then by all means. But to live a life simply focused on the single goal of attaining public office is not, in my mind, a life purposefully lived. In service and in office, it is a purposefully lived one, but that should not be the overriding goal of your life. MARGARET BRENNAN: We will continue watching. Jack McCain, thank you for weighing in on this important issue. MCCAIN: Thank you so much. Face The Nation Transcripts More Source link #Transcript #Jack #McCain #Face #Nation #Margaret #Brennan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Budget opportunity to build homes not barriers Budget opportunity to build homes not barriers Perth’s allure as a desirable and prosperous city is increasingly being overshadowed by the stark reality that the city is facing a growing housing crisis. The recently published Demographia International Housing Affordability report by Chapman University was the latest instalment of poor news for property buyers, with Perth ranked as the 18th most unaffordable city for housing globally. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for action. As the State Government finalises its 2025-26 budget, it’s time to move beyond short-term fixes and embrace a comprehensive long-term vision for housing. One of the most pressing needs is a significant and strategic investment in infrastructure. We can’t expect to accommodate a growing population without providing the essential services and connections which support thriving communities. This goes beyond laying more pipes and paving more roads. It requires a holistic approach to planning, which prioritises projects connecting new communities to employment hubs and providing access to quality education and healthcare. We must also embrace innovative solutions, such as smart grids and sustainable water management, to ensure the long-term viability of our infrastructure investments. Beyond infrastructure, we must also carefully consider the impact of taxes and charges on the cost of housing. While government revenue is essential for funding public services, we need to be mindful of the potential consequences of policies which add to the financial burden of building and buying homes. Are we inadvertently discouraging development or making it more difficult for young families and first-time buyers to enter the market? A thorough and transparent review of our tax system is warranted, with a focus on streamlining processes, reducing restrictions to housing mobility – like stamp duty – and incentivising responsible development which meets the diverse needs of our growing population. This review should also consider the potential for tax incentives to encourage the development of more affordable housing options such as apartments and townhouses. Finally, we must address the inefficiencies plaguing our planning system. Delays and red tape can add significant costs to development, driving up the price of housing and making it less accessible. Planning reform requires a commitment to streamlining approval processes, reducing bureaucratic hurdles and fostering greater collaboration between government, industry and the community. By investing in infrastructure, reforming our tax system and streamlining our planning processes, we can create a city where everyone can find a safe, secure and affordable place to call home. The upcoming budget presents a crucial opportunity to make this vision a reality but it requires a commitment to long-term planning, strategic investment, and a willingness to embrace bold and innovative solutions. Source link #Budget #opportunity #build #homes #barriers Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Why Do Tomatoes Split? Experts Explain This Gardening Mystery—and How to Prevent It Why Do Tomatoes Split? Experts Explain This Gardening Mystery—and How to Prevent It Tomatoes typically split due to sudden changes in watering, especially after a dry spell followed by heavy rain or overwatering. Tomatoes with thinner skins, like heirloom varieties, are more susceptible to splitting compared to thicker-skinned types. Preventing splits involves consistent watering practices, mulching to retain soil moisture, and harvesting tomatoes as soon as they ripen. No matter if you’re a novice gardener or a seasoned pro, there are always plant mysteries that we endeavor to solve. If you love growing tomatoes, you may have noticed that your tomatoes sometimes split or crack, but have you ever wondered why? We asked gardening pros to explain this phenomenon, plus let us in on a few tricks for preventing your precious tomatoes from splitting this season. Meet Our Expert Related: How to Grow Tomatoes From Seeds, According to Gardening Experts Why Do Tomatoes Split? In short, tomatoes will split because of water irregularities. “Tomatoes often split due to quick changes in watering, causing rapid growth and expansion of the fruit,” says Nikhil Arora, co-founder and CEO of Back to the Roots. This often occurs when tomatoes receive heavy watering after a ******* of drought. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re the culprit for overwatering your tomato plants—a sudden deluge of rain could be why tomatoes crack. “When tomatoes experience a dry ******* followed by a lot of water (either from heavy rain or irrigation), the inside of the tomato grows quickly as it absorbs water, but the skin can’t stretch fast enough to accommodate the sudden growth,” says Daniel Powers, founder of Botanical Institute. “This leads to splitting or cracking.” Other reasons for tomatoes splitting have less to do with water and more to do with either growing too fast, being near ripe, or being a variety that is prone to splitting, like cherry and heirloom tomatoes, Powers says. “Sometimes, tomatoes might split when they grow too quickly in general, not just due to water intake,” he says. “This can be caused by a sudden spike in temperature or fertilization that triggers fast growth, causing the skin to crack.” What to Do If Your Tomatoes Split So you’ve noticed some tomatoes on the vines are beginning to split—now what? You’ll want to harvest them early, even if they’re not entirely ripe yet. Splits and cracks in tomato skin can lead to rot and disease if left unchecked. For nearly ripened tomatoes, leave them on your kitchen counter to continue the ripening process and watch the splits carefully. You can still eat split tomatoes, but you’ll want to make sure they don’t smell sour or have any seepage from the crack. Tomato Varieties That Are Less Prone to Splitting If you’d rather grow tomatoes that split less often, consider planting one of these varieties: Related: A Guide to Tomato Varieties, From Classic Beefsteak to Green Zebra Preventing Your Tomatoes from Splitting Consistency is key for keeping your tomatoes from splitting, says Arora. “To prevent splitting, it’s important to maintain more consistent soil moisture by watering regularly and avoiding sudden changes,” he says. Tomatoes will be less overwhelmed by a sudden rainstorm if they have been consistently well-watered before that. One trick that both Arora and Powers recommend is mulching around your tomato plants. “Mulching around the base of the plants can help regulate soil moisture as well as mixing in high-quality organic compost to increase water retention in the soil,” Arora says. Read the original article on Martha Stewart Source link #Tomatoes #Split #Experts #Explain #Gardening #Mysteryand #Prevent Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Green manufacturing: Rod Sims and Superpower Institute reckon green iron could be worth up to $400bn Green manufacturing: Rod Sims and Superpower Institute reckon green iron could be worth up to $400bn A think tank with ex-competition umpire Rod Sims at the helm has joined the chorus pushing WA to stake its claim in a fledgling green iron industry, but Government coffers will be key to making it happen. Source link #Green #manufacturing #Rod #Sims #Superpower #Institute #reckon #green #iron #worth #400bn Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Open: This is “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 Open: This is “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 Open: This is “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” May 25, 2025 – CBS News Watch CBS News This week on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” as Americans prepare for Memorial Day, Margaret Brennan speaks to some veterans serving in Congress about the value of public service and honoring those who’ve protected us. Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson talks about the House’s passage of President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source link #Open #Face #Nation #Margaret #Brennan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Scottsdale Police announce arrest of ‘South American Theft Group’ members Scottsdale Police announce arrest of ‘South American Theft Group’ members The Brief Seven members of the alleged “South American Theft Group” were arrested on May 23. Scottsdale Police were informed by other agencies that the group was coming to Arizona ahead of time. The theft ring was tracked for multiple days and they are accused of two robberies on the same day in Mesa and Tempe. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Seven members of an alleged “South American Theft Group” (SATG) were arrested on May 23 for two burglaries. The group is accused of committing both burglaries on May 23. One was in Tempe at located near Southern Avenue and Loop 101 and the other in Mesa near Brown Road and Val Vista Drive. They are also accused of burglaries in California, Oregon and Washington. The backstory According to Scottsdale Police, they learned from other agencies the group was headed to Arizona and booked a short-term rental near Camelback and Miller roads. Police set up surveillance on the rental and followed the group as they coordinated and executed burglaries at the two homes. The home in Tempe was burglarized around 12:25 p.m. and the Mesa home was burglarized about an hour later. At 4 p.m. that day, SWAT team aided in conducting a search warrant at the property were all seven suspects were taken into custody and evidence of the burglaries was recovered by detectives. The seven suspects include five people in their 20s and two in their 30s: 23-year-old Nicolas Rojas Leon 26-year-old Joan Sebastian Orozco-Vargas 38-year-old Andres David Sanchez-Novoa 26-year-old Natalia Isabella Ortiz-Daza 28-year-old Martha Juliana Echiverri-Guzman 32-year-old Lady Johanna Gueito 25-year-old ****** Paola Herandez-Manrique What’s next The stolen property, including a French Bulldog believed to be taken during a burglary in California, will be returned to the victims. Source link #Scottsdale #Police #announce #arrest #South #American #Theft #Group #members Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

At least 6 injured in Colorado Springs shooting: Police – ABC News At least 6 injured in Colorado Springs shooting: Police – ABC News At least 6 injured in Colorado Springs shooting: Police ABC NewsAt least 6 shot overnight during Colorado Springs ‘active shooter’ situation: police KDVR1 in critical condition, several injured after overnight shooting in Colorado Springs KKTVShooting with multiple victims reported near Academy and Palmer Park in Colorado Springs Colorado Springs Gazette6 Injured in Shooting near Mitchell High School KOAA News 5 Source link #injured #Colorado #Springs #shooting #Police #ABC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Syria agrees to help find missing Americans, U.S. envoy says Syria agrees to help find missing Americans, U.S. envoy says The new Syrian government has agreed to help the United States locate and return Americans who went missing in the war-ravaged country, the U.S. special envoy to Syria said on Sunday, in another sign of thawing bilateral ties between the two countries. Thomas Barrack, the U.S. ambassador to Turkey who was also appointed as special envoy for Syria, described in a post on X that it was a “power step forward” between the two nations. “The families of Austin Tice, Majd Kamalmaz, and Kayla Mueller must have closure,” he added, referring to American citizens who had gone missing or been killed in Syria during the devastating civil war that erupted in 2011. “President Trump has made it clear that bringing home USA citizens or honoring, with dignity, their remains is a major priority everywhere,” Barrack said. “The new Syrian Government will aid us in this commitment.” A Syrian source with knowledge of the talks between the two countries told AFP that there were 11 other names on Washington’s list of missing Americans. All of them are Syrian American. Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa (C) meets the U.S. Ambassador Thomas Barrack, Jr. (L) in Istanbul, Turkiye on May 24, 2025. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani (R) also attended. Turkish Foreign Ministry / Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images The announcement comes after Barrack met with Syria’s president and foreign minister during their visit to Turkey on Saturday. It also comes as relations between the two nations have steadily improved since former President Bashar al-Assad was ousted in December. On Friday, the Trump administration granted Syria sweeping exemptions from sanctions in a major first step toward fulfilling the president’s pledge to lift a half-century of penalties on a country shattered by 14 years of civil war. In a statement on Saturday, Barrack said Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa welcomed Washington’s “fast action on lifting sanctions.” “President Trump’s goal is to enable the new government to create the conditions for the Syrian people to not only survive but thrive,” Barrack said in a statement. Barrack said he stressed that the cessation of sanctions against Syria will preserve the integrity “of our primary objective — the enduring defeat of” the Islamic State group, also known as IS or ISIS. He added that it will give Syrians a chance for a better future. “I also commended President al-Sharaa on taking meaningful steps towards enacting President Trump’s points on foreign terrorist fighters, counter-ISIS measures, relations with Israel, and camps and detention centers in Northeast Syria,” Barrack said. He was referring to detention centers where thousands of ISIS members are held and two camps where their families stay in areas currently controlled by the U.S.-backed and Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. The congressional sanctions, known as the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, had aimed to isolate Syria’s previous rulers by effectively expelling those doing business with them from the global financial system. They specifically block postwar reconstruction, so while they can be waived for 180 days by executive order, investors are likely to be wary of reconstruction projects when sanctions could be reinstated after six months. Mr. Trump said during a visit to the region earlier this month that the U.S. would roll back the heavy financial penalties in a bid to give the interim government a better chance of survival. Agence France-Presse contributed to this report. Source link #Syria #agrees #find #missing #Americans #U.S #envoy Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Piastri's lead cut to three points as Norris strikes Piastri's lead cut to three points as Norris strikes Oscar Piastri’s world championship lead is down to three points after a third-place finish in Monaco where McLaren team-mate Lando Norris came out on top. Source link #Piastri039s #lead #cut #points #Norris #strikes Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Mysterious gold stash found on hiking trail perplexes researchers Mysterious gold stash found on hiking trail perplexes researchers Editor’s note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here. An Anglo-Saxon ship found at the Sutton Hoo estate in Suffolk, England, has long captivated history enthusiasts since its discovery on the eve of World War II. And the site of the seventh century royal burial has yielded still more wonders of the ancient past in more recent decades. In 1986, a tractor harrow unearthed pieces of a Byzantine bucket. Made from a thin sheet of copper alloy, the artifact depicts a North African hunting scene. The sixth century object had made an unusual journey from Antioch (in modern-day Turkey) to the eastern coast of Britain, researchers believe. Archaeologists found and assembled fragments of the bucket over the years, but its base — and any clues that could shed light on its purpose — remained elusive. Now, new excavations at Sutton Hoo have revealed the entire base of the bucket, as well as the contents it once housed: cremated remains, along with precious items that might help unveil the person’s identity. Discoveries Some of the cigar boxes are still shut, and the exact composition of the metal is yet to be determined. – Museum of Eastern Bohemia In another remarkable find, when two hikers exploring the Krkonoše Mountains in the Czech Republic happened upon an aluminum box jutting from a stony wall, they uncovered a mysterious cache of gold bracelets, cigar cases, a powder compact and hundreds of coins. The duo took the discovery to the Museum of Eastern Bohemia in Hradec Králové, where experts are now studying the pieces. Community residents have been sharing speculations on where the trove could have come from, as none of the coins are of local origin, said Miroslav Novak, head of the museum’s department of archaeology. One hypothesis is that the collection is related to departures of Czech and Jewish populations prior to World War II, or the post-war ******* exodus in 1945, he said. But the most recent coin in the stash is dated 1921, which adds another layer to the riddle. We are family If you’ve ever wondered why your teeth ache after biting into something very cold or sweet like ice cream, ancient fish may be the root cause (no pun intended!). New research has shown that dentine, the sensitive interior of human teeth, likely evolved from the sensory tissue within bumps on the exoskeletons of armored fish 465 million years ago. The fish used these bumps, called odontodes, to sense their surroundings in Earth’s early oceans, which were teeming with predators. Over time, the genetic tool kit for odontodes was repurposed for teeth in animals — and even humans. During the study, scientists had another surprising revelation: A fossil long thought to belong to an ancient fish was something else entirely. Explorations Biologists and engineers at the University of California, Berkeley, teamed up to create an acrobatic robot with the leaping and landing skills of an animal. Watch this squirrel-like robot’s parkour moves. Wild kingdom Camera traps on Jicarón Island, an uninhabited island off the coast of Panama, have captured perplexing behavior by some male capuchin monkeys, according to a new study. A white-faced capuchin, nicknamed “Joker” for a scar on his mouth, was seen kidnapping baby howler monkeys — and other juvenile male capuchins followed suit. Other than toting the babies on their backs, none of the capuchins interacted with or cared for the howlers, and eventually all the infants died of starvation. Given the endangered status of the howler monkey population on the island, researchers set out to find the possible motivations behind such unusual behavior — and they uncovered a behavioral tendency the primates share with humans as the likely reason. Across the universe Two distant galaxies have entered into a “cosmic joust” while in the process of merging into one larger galaxy. As the massive objects hurtled toward one another at more than 1.1 million miles per hour (1.8 million kilometers per hour), one galaxy repeatedly pierced the other with intense radiation. The dynamic activity, powered by a bright object at the galaxy’s center, disrupted gas clouds and stellar nurseries — and it could prevent stars from forming in the future. Take note You don’t want to miss these must-reads: — After back-to-back explosive mishaps, SpaceX has been cleared by the Federal Aviation Administration to launch the latest Starship test flight as early as Tuesday. The company plans to reuse a key component of the launch vehicle for the first time. — An ancient reptile relative made tiny clawed footprints that were fossilized in 356 million-year-old rock. The tracks are rewriting the way scientists understand the evolution of four-legged creatures. — As any owner of an orange cat knows, golden-hued felines are special. Now, scientists think they know why: an unusual genetic mutation that has not been found in any other animal. Like what you’ve read? Oh, but there’s more. Sign up here to receive in your inbox the next edition of Wonder Theory, brought to you by CNN Space and Science writers Ashley Strickland, Katie Hunt and Jackie Wattles. They find wonder in planets beyond our solar system and discoveries from the ancient world. 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The 8TB WD ****** SN850X PCIe Gen4 SSD is now just $589 at Amazon The 8TB WD ****** SN850X PCIe Gen4 SSD is now just $589 at Amazon Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean you can’t get high performance and plenty of storage capacity from your SSD. Today, we’ve come across an offer on the WD_Black SN850X 8TB SSD. This high-spec PCIe Gen4 gaming SSD usually goes for around $639, but right now it’s available for just $589. This is close to the lowest price we’ve ever seen for the SSD, by about $10 (USD). This offer is for the edition that comes with a bundled heatsink. While we haven’t reviewed the 8TB model, we did get our hands on a WD_Black SN850X for review. In general, we loved the experience and gave it a rating of four out of five stars. You can see how this M.2 SSD compares to some of our other favorites in our list of best gaming SSDs. This discount is for the 8TB model, but it comes in smaller capacities, as well, including 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB models. All the drives in this line feature an M.2 2280 form factor and are compatible with the PCIe Gen4 x4 standard. The 8TB edition can reach read and write speeds as high as 7,200 MB/s and 6,600 MB/s, respectively. Amazon’s offer is on the edition with an integrated heatsink for cooling. The purchase is supported by a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty from Western Digital. This warranty voids if the drive reaches 4,800 TBW. However, because the SSD is sold through Amazon, you also get to take advantage of Amazon’s 30-day return policy. This deal is among a few this weekend to lead us into Memorial Day sales on Monday. It’s not clear when the offer is set to expire. In the meantime, check out the WD_Black 8TB SN850X SSD product page at Amazon for more information and purchase options. Follow Tom’s Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button. Source link #8TB #****** #SN850X #PCIe #Gen4 #SSD #Amazon Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Norris takes victory over Leclerc and Piastri in gripping Monaco Grand Prix – Formula 1 Norris takes victory over Leclerc and Piastri in gripping Monaco Grand Prix – Formula 1 Norris takes victory over Leclerc and Piastri in gripping Monaco Grand Prix Formula 1Norris holds off Leclerc for vital Monaco GP win ESPNLando Norris wins iconic F1 Monaco Grand Prix, gaining ground in championship race NBC NewsFormula One 2025: Lando Norris wins Monaco Grand Prix to boost title push – live The GuardianNorris beats Leclerc as F1’s Monaco shake-up falls flat The Race Source link #Norris #takes #victory #Leclerc #Piastri #gripping #Monaco #Grand #Prix #Formula Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Northern California braces for possible hottest temperature of the year Northern California braces for possible hottest temperature of the year (FOX40.COM) — After several days of clear skies and breezy winds, the heat is forecast to turn up in Northern California with possible triple-digit weather. • Video Above: Sunny skies forecast for Sacramento Valley amid Memorial Day “After this comfortable stretch of weather from the holiday weekend, I’m putting you on notice that it is going to get hotter,” said FOX40 Chief Meteorologist Adam Epstein. “Next week we have some summer heat coming.” Sacramento Weather, Radar & Maps According to Epstein, temperatures are forecast to rise to 90 degrees beginning on Tuesday. “We’ll stay near 90 (degrees) on Wednesday. On Thursday, we’ll stay near the low to mid 90s,” Epstein said.” Friday is where I’m thinking we’ll touch 100 degrees.” The weather in the Sacramento Valley is forecast to possibly reach 100 degrees by May 30, 2025./Adam Epstein/FOX40 He added, “So if you don’t like heat, savor the next three days. And if you’re looking for some warmth, just be patient. It’s definitely coming for us.” Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to FOX40 News. Source link #Northern #California #braces #hottest #temperature #year Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Memorial Day gaming laptop sales 2025 — here are the 7 deals I'd buy with my own money – Tom's Guide Memorial Day gaming laptop sales 2025 — here are the 7 deals I'd buy with my own money – Tom's Guide Memorial Day gaming laptop sales 2025 — here are the 7 deals I’d buy with my own money Tom’s GuideGrab an RTX 5090-Powered Alienware Desktop for $600 Off Tom’s HardwareCheck Out These Massive Memorial Day Laptop & Desktop Deals From Dell, Apple, Lenovo, and More PCMagI’m a laptop expert, and these are the Memorial Day laptop deals I’d scoop up ASAP ZDNETThe best Memorial Day laptop sales live – I found savings of up to $900 Laptop Mag Source link #Memorial #Day #gaming #laptop #sales #deals #I039d #buy #money #Tom039s #Guide Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

So what happens to America’s 114 billion pennies once the US stops making them? So what happens to America’s 114 billion pennies once the US stops making them? The American penny isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The US Treasury Department announced Thursday that it plans to start winding down production of the one-cent coin it has been minting for more than 230 years. But the penny will still remain legal tender, and will still be in use at thousands of retailers around the country for sometime to come. “If we look at the experience in Canada, for the first year after they stopped making pennies, there’s really no change in transactions,” Jeff Lenard, spokesperson for the National Association of Convenience Stores, told CNN. Convenience stores do more cash transactions than any other group, about 32 million a day, or about 20% of the total number of purchases by their customers, Lenard said. The National Retail Federation, which represents most major US store chains as well as thousands of small retailers, also said it anticipates its members will use pennies even after production stops at some point early next year, although it does anticipate that many will round cash transactions to the nearest nickel once the supply of pennies at banks starts to run short. “Retailers’ primary goal is serving customers and making this transition as seamless as possible,” said Dylan Jeon, senior director of government relations for NRF. There are an estimated 114 billion pennies currently in circulation, but they are “severely underutilized” according to the Treasury department. Many are at home in coin jars or junk drawers, or some other forgotten location gathering dust. The math says that all those pennies could fill a cube roughly 13 stories high. Many people don’t even take them as change, tossing them into the leave-a-penny-take-a-penny dishes at store checkouts. Lenard said the large number of pennies in circulation means that retailers won’t necessary run out of them for a while. But eventually stores won’t be able to get new rolls of pennies from their banks and will start rounding transactions up or down to the nearest nickel. The decision when to do that will rest with each retailer, not official government policy. Electronic transactions such as credit and debit card purchases, will continue to be down to the penny, Lenard said, with only cash transactions being rounded. Even in countries like Canada, where penny production has been discontinued, the penny remains legal tender today. Canada’s finance ministry said pennies retain their value for transactions “indefinitely” despite the fact that it stopped making the coin in 2012. If a customer wants to use pennies to complete a transaction, most retailers are likely to allow them, Lenard said. “There’s a saying in retail, ‘Never lose a customer over a penny,’” he said. “I never really thought of it in these terms, but it applies even more here. I think if someone wants to pay with pennies, most retailers will err on the side of making those customers happy.” For more CNN news and newsletters create an account at CNN.com Source link #Americas #billion #pennies #stops #making Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump Administration Proposes Significant FDA Budget Cut Amid Wider Health Spending Reductions, ET HealthWorld Trump Administration Proposes Significant FDA Budget Cut Amid Wider Health Spending Reductions, ET HealthWorld By Ahmed Aboulenein and Mariam Sunny Washington: The Trump administration is proposing a $6.8 billion budget request for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the 2026 fiscal year, its Commissioner Martin Makary said on Thursday, a cut of around 5.5% from its $7.2 billion budget this year. The White House had on May 2 proposed reducing U.S. health spending by more than a quarter next year, with the National Institutes of Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention facing the brunt of billions of dollars in cuts. The proposed budget requested $93.8 billion for the Department of Health and Human Services – a cut of $33.3 billion, or 26.2% – from this year’s budget of $127 billion, but did not mention the FDA. Makary’s comments on Thursday were the first official outlining of the agency’s 2026 budget request. “The Trump administration is proposing a $6.8 billion budget for the FDA,” Makary told the Senate Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies at a hearing on the budget. The FDA in 2025 had a budget of $7.2 billion, including $3.5 billion in user fees, payments made by pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers to fund the staff resources needed to review their products quickly, conduct inspections, and ensure the safety of clinical trials. Makary said that nearly 1,900 people were laid off at the FDA as part of a massive restructuring of federal health agencies under Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to align with President Donald Trump’s goal of dramatically shrinking the federal government. No scientific reviewer or inspector was cut as a part of the reduction in force, he added. Democratic senators pushed back, asking Makary about media reports of the FDA firing and later rehiring scientists. He said the scientists were not fired but rather scheduled for firing before the decision was reversed. A further 1,200 took early retirement packages and the agency is hiring more scientists to replace them, Makary said. The staffing changes have not impacted approval schedules and the agency is on track to meet its treatment review targets under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act, known as PDUFA, he said. (Reporting by Ahmed Aboulenein in Washington and Mariam Sunny in Bangalore; Editing by Mark Porter, Conor Humphries and Aurora Ellis) Published On May 25, 2025 at 06:11 PM IST Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETHealthworld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App Source link #Trump #Administration #Proposes #Significant #FDA #Budget #Cut #Wider #Health #Spending #Reductions #HealthWorld Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Inside Ukraine's last maternity ward in a region surrounded by Russian forces – NPR Inside Ukraine's last maternity ward in a region surrounded by Russian forces – NPR Inside Ukraine’s last maternity ward in a region surrounded by Russian forces NPR‘We can make good things happen’: Three years into the war, Ukrainians find community and resilience in Ottawa The Charlatan, Carleton’s independent newspaperUkrainian families divided by Russian occupation hang on and hope to be reunited WBURWar vets and Ukrainian war victims healing together The Suburban Newspaper Source link #Ukraine039s #maternity #ward #region #surrounded #Russian #forces #NPR Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘Opens the door of opportunity’ ‘Opens the door of opportunity’ A YouTuber who specializes in electric vehicles tested out a Tesla Model 3 with over 200,000 miles and made a surprising discovery regarding its battery. Auto expert RSymons (@RSEV) pitted the extensively used Tesla Model 3 against the exact model, which only had around 3,000 miles on its odometer. Although each vehicle was three years old, they had been utilized in entirely different ways. However, when it came to the wear and tear of each vehicle’s battery, the difference was less noticeable than you might imagine. Despite being rarely used, the Tesla Model 3 with less than 3,000 miles still had a battery capacity of 99.5%. Typically, EV batteries degrade from either temperature, cycles, or time. Meanwhile, the Tesla Model 3 with over 200,000 miles driven had a battery that still had a capacity clocked in at 88.5%. Generally, Tesla’s EV batteries have an eight-year warranty that covers between 100,000 and 150,000 miles. The company notes that any battery that drops below 70% within the warranty can be replaced for free. “Well they feel very much the same,” RSymons said of the comparison. “Same efficiency, same performance.” Watch now: How bad is a gas stove for your home’s indoor air quality? Despite averaging well over 65,000 miles driven a year and outliving the original warranty, the heavily used Tesla Model 3 had a battery that still appeared to have plenty of life left in it. This can go a long way in retaining resale value, especially when using a service like Recurrent to sell your used EV, which can net sellers an average of $1,400 more for their car. Recurrent also offers perks such as the ability to connect sellers with a network of dealers and free checkups to monitor your EV’s battery health. As noted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, there is a common myth that most EV batteries are not built to last and will need to be replaced often. This misconception has been disproven by many studies over the years. In fact, a recent study has suggested that EV batteries may even have a lifespan that can last up to a third longer than originally thought. In the comments section, a few users relayed their experience with Tesla’s durability. Do you trust Tesla to produce quality products? Absolutely I trust Tesla not Elon I’m not sure Not at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. “The Models 3 and Y are turning out to be very reliable and durable, but with bad resale value because the general public thinks they may not be,” one user wrote. “That opens the door of opportunity for many people who can’t afford a new car to get a really good car for not a lot of money.” In its most recent quarterly earnings report, Tesla reported a massive drop in revenue. The company has faced increased scrutiny in recent months over CEO Elon Musk’s involvement with the U.S. government. However, as noted by RSymons, EV batteries have proven to retain their value over their lifespan. This may make selling your used EV easier than ever, especially when using a free service like Recurrent. “Impressive … Tesla’s quality is very high. And it’s not known by other than owners,” added another commenter. “Maintenance costs are super low.” In addition to saving money on maintenance and repairs, EV owners can also save a bundle of cash by installing solar panels. Fueling with solar energy can be much cheaper than using public charging stations or relying on the grid. EnergySage provides a free service that makes comparing quotes from vetted local installers simple, also helping to navigate government incentives to save up to $10,000 on solar installations. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #Opens #door #opportunity Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Some fear excessive use of force will rise as the DOJ drops oversight of police departments – NBC News Some fear excessive use of force will rise as the DOJ drops oversight of police departments – NBC News Some fear excessive use of force will rise as the DOJ drops oversight of police departments NBC NewsMinneapolis will follow police reform consent decree, despite DOJ dismissal MPR News“I Can’t Breathe”: Five Years After George Floyd’s *******, Trump Admin Rolls Back Police Oversight Democracy Now!Justice Department moves to drop police reform agreements with Louisville, Minneapolis ABC NewsFederal judge says he’ll rule ASAP on dismissing Louisville’s police reform agreement Louisville Public Media Source link #fear #excessive #force #rise #DOJ #drops #oversight #police #departments #NBC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Officials confirm ‘haunted’ Annabelle doll’s whereabouts after missing rumors go viral Officials confirm ‘haunted’ Annabelle doll’s whereabouts after missing rumors go viral Museum officials have spoken out about the real-life Annabelle doll’s whereabouts amid rumors that she’s gone missing. The “demonically possessed” Raggedy Ann doll, which has become a classic fixture in the horror genre, is rumored to have escaped her casing as she traveled around the country on the Devils on the Run Tour hosted by the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR). In early May, the doll, typically housed at NESPR’s Warrens’ Occult Museum, founded by paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, made a tour stop in New Orleans. Unfounded conjectures that she had somehow gone missing while in Louisiana began to circulate online after some visitors claimed they didn’t see the doll during a tour. Meanwhile, a recent fire at the nearby Nottoway Plantation-turned-Nottoway Resort in White Castle intensified speculation that there was somehow a connection between Annabelle’s supposed disappearance and the blaze. NESPR lead investigator Dan Rivera debunked theories that the doll had gone missing in a TikTok video posted Saturday. The event is tied to release of forthcoming Conjuring prequel Annabelle: Creation (Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema) “I’m here at the museum right now, and I just wanna show you guys that Annabelle is in the Warrens’ Occult Museum,” Rivera said. “Let’s go inside and let’s check.” After entering the museum, he walked over to show the doll sitting in a wooden case. “Annabelle is not missing; she’s not in Chicago,” he assured fans, sharing that they were, however, going to be at the 2025 Rock Island Roadhouse Esoteric Expo in Rock Island, Illinois, on October 4. An additional notice was posted on NESPR’s Facebook account that read: “It’s a Rumor… Annabelle has NOT been stolen. The doll is safely in place at the Warren Occult Museum.” This isn’t the first time the doll’s supposed disappearance has sparked widespread panic online. In 2020, Tony Spera, the son-in-law of Ed and Lorrain Warren, was forced to clear up rumors that she had escaped her enclosure. “I’m here to tell you something,” he said on the family’s YouTube channel at the time. “I don’t know if you want to hear this or not, but Annabelle did not escape. “Annabelle’s here. She didn’t go anywhere. She didn’t take a trip. She didn’t fly first class and she didn’t go out to visit her boyfriend,” Spera quipped. “I’d be concerned if Annabelle really did leave because she’s nothing to play with.” The Annabelle doll was first owned by a student who, in 1970, called upon the Warrens when she claimed Annabelle started “exhibiting malicious and frightening behavior.” Upon inspection, the Warrens claimed that the doll was “demonically possessed” by the spirit of a deceased girl. Annabelle first appeared in 2013’s The Conjuring before receiving her own spin-off franchise. Annabelle was released in 2014, followed by Annabelle: Creation in 2017 and the latest entry, Annabelle Comes Home, in 2019. Source link #Officials #confirm #haunted #Annabelle #dolls #whereabouts #missing #rumors #viral Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Scientists may have discovered the most powerful particle collider in the universe – Live Science Scientists may have discovered the most powerful particle collider in the universe – Live Science Scientists may have discovered the most powerful particle collider in the universe Live Science Source link #Scientists #discovered #powerful #particle #collider #universe #Live #Science Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Argentina reeling from poverty, pensioner hardship, says archbishop in sermon Argentina reeling from poverty, pensioner hardship, says archbishop in sermon BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) -The Archbishop of Buenos Aires used his pulpit on Sunday to voice criticism of Argentine President Javier Milei’s policies addressing poverty and support for pensioners. At the Te Deum religious ceremony for the anniversary of the May Revolution of 1810, where Milei, a libertarian, and his cabinet were present, Archbishop Jorge Garcia Cuerva told the congregation that in Argentina “fraternity, tolerance, and respect are dying.” “Our country is bleeding. So many brothers and sisters suffer marginalization and exclusion,” said Garcia Cuerva, who heads the archdiocese of Buenos Aires, the former home base of Pope Francis. He called for support for the poor, young people who are victims of drug trafficking and pensioners. “Retirees deserve a dignified life with access to medicine and food, a wound that has remained open and bleeding for years, but as a society we must heal it soon,” Garcia Cuerva said. Milei has implemented sweeping public spending cuts since taking office at the end of 2023 in a bid to control the country’s years-long economic crisis. Pensioners, who have been badly hit by the cuts, protest in the streets every Wednesday and often face police repression. Garcia Cuerva also referred to the “constant aggression” on social media and called for a “stop to hate.” “We have crossed all boundaries. Disqualification, constant aggression, mistreatment, and defamation seem to be commonplace,” the archbishop said. During Garcia Cuerva’s comments, Milei was seen listening with a stern expression. Milei’s government frequently uses social media to refer to politicians, economists and journalists who question its policies as “baboons,” “degenerates,” “underachievers,” and “mongoloids.” (Reporting by Lucila Sigal, writing by Cassandra Garrison; editing by Clelia Oziel) Source link #Argentina #reeling #poverty #pensioner #hardship #archbishop #sermon Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

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