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Epstein Survivors Sue Trump Administration, Google For Exposing Identities Epstein Survivors Sue Trump Administration, Google For Exposing Identities Epstein Survivors Sue Trump Administration, Google For Exposing Identities
Epstein Survivors Sue Trump Administration, Google For Exposing Identities A group of Jeffrey Epstein survivors is accusing the Trump administration and Google of exposing their identities in recently released files tied to the convicted sex offender. The victims filed a class action lawsuit on Thursday, March 27. The complaint accuses the Department of Justice of recklessly releasing documents over the past several months. The suit claims that the DOJ published the private information of about 100 survivors. "The United States, acting through the DOJ, made a deliberate policy choice to prioritize rapid, large-volume disclosure over protection of Epstei…
Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know
Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know More than 120,000 bed rails are being recalled after two deaths were linked to a dangerous entrapment hazard, federal officials said. Vive Health is recalling about 122,000 adult portable bed rails, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, March 26. The recall includes three models: the Vive Health Compact Bed Rail, Bed Rail Collection V, and units of model LVA1024 purchased on or before Monday, Aug. 21, 2023. The products pose a risk because users can become trapped within the rail or between the rail and the mattress, creating a serious risk of asphyxiation. Viv…
Trans Athletes Banned From Women's Olympic Events Under New Rules Trans Athletes Banned From Women's Olympic Events Under New Rules Trans Athletes Banned From Women's Olympic Events Under New Rules
Trans Athletes Banned From Women's Olympic Events Under New Rules A sweeping new Olympic policy will ban transgender women from women's competitions at the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles. The International Olympic Committee announced the change in a news release on Thursday, March 26. The rules set a new standard that limits female categories to biological females, determined through a one-time genetic screening. Testing will focus on detecting the SRY gene, which scientists say is critical in determining a person's sex. The screening can be done through saliva, a cheek swab, or a blood sample. The test is required only once in an athlet…
USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing
USPS Hiking Prices As Iran War Rages: See What's Increasing The cost of shipping packages is about to rise nationwide due to skyrocketing fuel prices as the US-Israeli war on Iran approaches its second month. The US Postal Service is planning to raise prices by 8% on several shipping services, according to a news release on Wednesday, March 25. The rate hikes will impact Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select. The increase, approved by the Postal Service's governors one day earlier, is expected to take effect on Sunday, April 26. It will remain in place through Sunday, Jan. 17, 2027, pendin…
Pesticides Found Most Often On These Fruits, Vegetables: New Study Pesticides Found Most Often On These Fruits, Vegetables: New Study Pesticides Found Most Often On These Fruits, Vegetables: New Study
Pesticides Found Most Often On These Fruits, Vegetables: New Study Many fruits and vegetables that Americans eat every day contain pesticide residues, including many types of "forever chemicals," according to a new study. The Environmental Working Group released its 2026 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce on Tuesday, March 24. The nonprofit found that 75% of non-organic produce samples tested by the US Department of Agriculture contained pesticide residues. More than one-third of those samples had at least one pesticide made from PFAS, which are commonly known as "forever chemicals." PFAS do not break down naturally and have been linked to cance…
FTC Sending Checks To Victims Of $213M Credit Repair Scam: What To Know FTC Sending Checks To Victims Of $213M Credit Repair Scam: What To Know FTC Sending Checks To Victims Of $213M Credit Repair Scam: What To Know
FTC Sending Checks To Victims Of $213M Credit Repair Scam: What To Know The Federal Trade Commission is sending nearly $11 million to people after federal regulators shut down a nationwide credit repair scheme that took millions from people struggling financially. More than $10.9 million is being sent to 443,048 affected customers, the FTC said in a news release on Tuesday, March 17. The case involved a company that operated under several names, including Financial Education Services, United Wealth Education, United Credit Education Services, and Youth Financial Literacy Foundation. The scheme targeted people with low credit scores by promising fast a…
Pop-Tarts Launching 'Super Stuffed' Pastries With More Filling: When, Where To Get Them Pop-Tarts Launching 'Super Stuffed' Pastries With More Filling: When, Where To Get Them Pop-Tarts Launching 'Super Stuffed' Pastries With More Filling: When, Where To Get Them
Pop-Tarts Launching 'Super Stuffed' Pastries With More Filling: When, Where To Get Them Pop-Tarts is stuffing more filling into its latest line of treats. Several new types of Pop-Tarts Super Stuffed pastries will begin hitting stores nationwide in April, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Wednesday, March 25. Each box will include five pastries in three flavors: Strawberry Blast, Molten Lava Cake, and Cinnamon Caramel. Strawberry Blast and Molten Lava Cake will be available at retailers nationwide, while Cinnamon Caramel will be sold exclusively at Walmart. "Fans of Pop-Tarts have always loved our filling — so much so that they've spent yea…
Stephen Colbert Reveals New Job After Controversial 'Late Show' Cancellation Stephen Colbert Reveals New Job After Controversial 'Late Show' Cancellation Stephen Colbert Reveals New Job After Controversial 'Late Show' Cancellation
Stephen Colbert Reveals New Job After Controversial 'Late Show' Cancellation Stephen Colbert has landed an unexpected new gig once his late-night show ends in May. The comedian will develop a new "Lord of the Rings" movie with his son, Warner Bros. announced in an Instagram post on Wednesday, March 25. The project, titled "The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past," will follow the upcoming film "The Hunt for Gollum," which is set for release in 2027, Variety reported. The announcement came in a video where director Peter Jackson introduced Colbert as a "very special partner." "You know what the books mean to me, and what your films mean to me,…
'Relax Row' Brings Couch-Like Economy Seats To Major Airline's Long Flights 'Relax Row' Brings Couch-Like Economy Seats To Major Airline's Long Flights 'Relax Row' Brings Couch-Like Economy Seats To Major Airline's Long Flights
'Relax Row' Brings Couch-Like Economy Seats To Major Airline's Long Flights United Airlines will soon offer couch-like rows in its economy cabin on some flights as the carrier shrinks its cheaper seating options on other trips. The Chicago-based airline unveiled the "United Relax Row" in a news release on Tuesday, March 24. The redesigned set of three economy seats can convert into a flat, couch-style surface after takeoff on long-haul flights.  The rollout is expected to begin in 2027, with United planning to install up to 12 Relax Row sections per plane on more than 200 aircraft by 2030. "Customers traveling in United Economy on long-haul fli…
Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos
Congress Loses VIP Perks Through Major Airline As Shutdown Fuels Airport Chaos Delta Air Lines said it is suspending special travel services for members of Congress as airports nationwide are gripped by hourslong lines amid the ongoing partial government shutdown. The carrier confirmed the suspension of the perks on Tuesday, March 24. Lawmakers won't receive airport escorts, seat upgrades, and priority rebooking during the pause, although a dedicated reservation phone line will remain available. The move comes as flyers face growing delays at security checkpoints, with more Transportation Security Administration agents quitting or calling out sick. TSA …
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