Month: April 2022

Pentagon Seeks to ‘Reduce Uncertainty’ in Norms for Space Amid Increased Aggression by China, Russia

The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking to establish more secure norms and behaviors in outer space amid increased aggression by China and Russia, according to one Pentagon official. “Developing a shared understanding among states of what constitutes safe and responsible space activities benefits all space operators, including DoD,” said John Hill, deputy assistant secretary…


Boyfriend of University of Georgia Professor Acquitted in Her Death

MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga.—The boyfriend of a University of Georgia professor has been acquitted in her May 2019 death at a friend’s house in central Georgia. A jury heard about four days of testimony and deliberated for about 35 minutes on April 8 before finding Marcus Allen Lillard not guilty of felony murder, aggravated assault, involuntary manslaughter,…


Amid Rising Food Costs, Tory Leadership Candidate Says He Would End Supply Management

In the midst of an affordability crisis, much focus has been on housing or fuel prices, but a Conservative leadership candidate says Canada’s supply management system is also contributing to the rising cost of living and should be ended. “For years, Canada’s bread makers colluded to inflate their prices. When the Competition Bureau caught them,…


House of Commons Set to Welcome Back Public, Lift COVID-19 Ban on Public Visitors

The House of Commons says it is lifting a ban on public visits, introduced more than two years ago to stem the spread of COVID-19. The Commons chamber’s public gallery will reopen on Monday, allowing people to watch MPs’ debates in person. Next month, guided tours of the House of Commons will start for the…


Ex-Convict Sentenced to State Prison for Pursuit That Left 2 Dead

TORRANCE, Calif.—An ex-con has been sentenced to 26 years to life in prison for leading officers on a pursuit that ended with a crash that killed a man and his girlfriend in Inglewood, prosecutors announced April 21. Gustavo Ruelas, 43, pleaded no contest on April 20 to one count each of murder, gross vehicular manslaughter…


Major US Airlines to Allow Passengers Barred Over Mask Violations to Fly Again

Several major U.S. airlines announced plans this week to restore flight privileges to thousands of customers previously barred from flying commercial planes for breaking mask rules earlier in the COVID-19 pandemic. The flurry of activity comes just days after federal judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle struck down the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) rule…


Polish Cold Cheesecake

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time for summery desserts, like a creamy, chilled cheesecake. Challenge your baking skills this weeked with this recipe for Polish cold cheesecake. The dessert, which is topped with strawberries and Jell-O, is the perfect way to welcome warmer weather. Perfecting this dynamic dessert’s fluffy filling and crumbly…


Inflation Making It Harder for Many Floridians to Afford Basic Necessities

High inflation is impacting the ability of Floridians to afford basic necessities, with a new survey from the University of South Florida (USF) showing that nearly half of Florida residents reported that surging prices have hurt their ability to pay essential bills. The survey, based on a representative sample of 600 Floridians, sought to gauge…


LA County Bans Single-Use Plastics in Food Service

LOS ANGELES—The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors gave final approval on April 19 to an ordinance requiring that all food-service containers, cups, dishes, and cutlery be distributed by restaurants and food facilities in unincorporated areas of the county be recyclable or compostable. The ordinance, which will be phased in starting in May 2023, will…


Psaki Responds to Ethics Complaint Following Fox News Comments

White House press secretary Jen Psaki responded to an ethics complaint regarding comments she made about Fox News amid reports saying she will join MSNBC after she leaves the Biden administration. When speaking to Chris Wallace on the soon-to-be-ending CNN+ streaming channel, Psaki was asked about the ethics complaint and media reports claiming she will…