Month: July 2022

Fake Crypto Apps Scammed Investors out of Over $42 Million, FBI Says

The FBI issued a warning to U.S. investors and financial institutions about cyber criminals targeting cryptocurrency markets with fraudulent schemes, resulting in hundreds of people losing millions of dollars in these activities. “The FBI has observed cyber criminals contacting U.S. investors, fraudulently claiming to offer legitimate cryptocurrency investment services, and convincing investors to download fraudulent…


Manufactured Stone Is Attractive and Durable

Dear James: My house now has siding, but some of it is deteriorating. I would like to replace those spots with manufactured stone accents. Is this a reasonable project? — Tim D. Dear Tim: This definitely can be done by an experienced do-it-yourselfer. Plan to use the stone for just accents, so you may still…


PEI Ferry Evacuated After Fire in Engine Room, Operator Says No Injuries Reported

A fire that broke out on a ferry as it neared Prince Edward Island Friday morning forced an emergency evacuation of 182 passengers. Northumberland Ferries Ltd., the company that operates the MV Holiday Island, said the vessel was approaching the terminal in Wood Islands, P.E.I., when there was a fire in its engine room. Photos…


Ep. 36: Mask Mandate Made No Difference to COVID Infection Rate in Alameda County | The Larry Elder Show

In early June, during an uptick in COVID-19 cases, Alameda County was the only Bay Area county to bring back an indoor mask mandate. But regional case data provides no discernible evidence that the rule, which was lifted June 25, worked. —— * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on…


[PREMIERING NOW] Ep. 36: Mask Mandate Made No Difference to COVID Infection Rate in Alameda County | The Larry Elder Show

In early June, during an uptick in COVID-19 cases, Alameda County was the only Bay Area county to bring back an indoor mask mandate. But regional case data provides no discernible evidence that the rule, which was lifted June 25, worked. —— * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on…


[PREMIERING at 3PM ET] Ep. 36: Mask Mandate Made No Difference to COVID Infection Rate in Alameda County | The Larry Elder Show

In early June, during an uptick in COVID-19 cases, Alameda County was the only Bay Area county to bring back an indoor mask mandate. But regional case data provides no discernible evidence that the rule, which was lifted June 25, worked. —— * Click the “Save” button below the video to access it later on…


BC Ends Immigration Detention Deal With Feds, Citing Pursuit of ‘Social Justice and Equity’

British Columbia says it is ending its immigration detention arrangement with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). In a press release on July 21, the B.C. government says it is ending its deal with the CBSA to hold immigration detainees in provincial correctional centres. Mike Farnworth, the province’s public safety minister and solicitor general, said…


Police: Gunman Kills 3 at Iowa State Park; Shooter Also Dead

MAQUOKETA, Iowa—Three people were killed in a shooting at a state park in eastern Iowa Friday morning and the suspected gunman is also dead, police said. Police responded to reports of the shooting at the the Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground before 6:30 a.m., Mike Krapfl, special agent in charge of the Iowa Division of…


Jury Begins Deliberations in Contempt Trial of Former Trump Aide Steve Bannon

WASHINGTON—Jurors on July 22 began deliberations in the contempt of Congress trial of former White House adviser Steve Bannon. Deliberations started after closing arguments. Prosecutors called just two witnesses—Kristen Amerling, a lawyer for the House of Representatives committee investigating the U.S. Capitol breach that took place on Jan. 6, 2021, and an FBI agent who…


Traffickers Busted With 150,000 Fentanyl Pills Skip California Court After Cashless Bail Release

Two alleged drug traffickers who were arrested during a traffic stop in California last month after they got busted with 150,000 pills of fentanyl failed to show up for court on Thursday, according to multiple reports. Jose Zendejas, 25, and Benito Madrigal, 19, both from Washington, were arrested in Tulare County on June 24 with…