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PAHALGAM ATTACK Shocks Local Businesses, At&T Fights Back, and AI Search Service Launches

27 May 2025 — The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu on April 22 has left local businesses reeling. Anil Kohli from the Apsara Road Market Association says sales have dropped by 70%. Shopkeepers are struggling to make ends meet. Many hope stronger security and the upcoming Amarnath Ji pilgrimage will help turn things around.

In the Solomon Islands, a new Business Confidence Index for 2024 shows tourism operators are worried about not having enough workers. They say they need more help from the government. The survey results will shape future plans for tourism in the area.

Frank Masotti just launched Generative Search Visibility (GSV). This service helps companies show up better in AI search results like ChatGPT and Google’s new tools. It costs $5,000 to start and $5,000 per month after that. There’s a special offer for early clients.

AT&T stock is bouncing back after selling off DirecTV and Time Warner. First quarter revenue was almost $31 billion — up 2.5% from last year. Still, some experts think investors looking for big growth might look elsewhere right now.

JPMORGAN’S Bold Gamble: New Geopolitics Service Sparks Fears on Wall Street

22 May 2025 — JPMorgan Chase is rolling out a new service called the Center for Geopolitics (CfG) to help clients handle global risks. The bank says rising threats from world politics are forcing businesses to rethink how they operate. Derek Chollet, a former defense official, will run the new unit.

The CfG will use advice from both JPMorgan insiders and outside experts. They’ll guide companies through issues like tough competition between countries, tech shake-ups, and shaky economies. CEO Jamie Dimon says geopolitics now sits at the heart of every big business decision.

Business leaders feel squeezed as wars, trade fights, and political chaos hit markets and supply chains hard. Josh Bolten from Business Roundtable says companies must now include global politics in their plans or risk falling behind.

This move shows Wall Street is waking up to a new kind of risk as 2025 approaches with even more uncertainty ahead. Big banks are racing to offer tools that help clients survive — and maybe even win — in this unpredictable world stage.

BSE SHARES Skyrocket After NSE’S Shocking Expiry Delay

18 May 2025 — Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) shares jumped almost 17% after the National Stock Exchange (NSE) suddenly held off on changing its weekly expiry day for equity derivatives. Investors rushed in, showing big faith in BSE’s future and sending demand through the roof.

This surprise delay happened just before India’s market regulator, SEBI, plans to push for matching expiry days across all exchanges. Experts say this gives BSE a real edge as it keeps gaining ground in the busy equity derivatives space.

Analysts point out that decisions from regulators can quickly shake up stock prices and heat up competition between exchanges. Even with some bumps along the way, India’s markets are strong — both Nifty and Sensex have climbed more than 5% so far this year.

In other business news, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India started buying land for a new steel plant while JSW Infrastructure picked up a pipeline company to fuel future growth. Investors are keeping an eye on how new rules will keep shaping India’s financial scene.

SNOW DELAY Sparks Outrage in O’Keefe Case: Critical Evidence at Risk?

14 May 2025 — Questions are swirling around the John O’Keefe case after Massachusetts State Police Sgt. Evan Brent testified about how evidence was found at the scene. Some items were sitting on melting snow, while others were hidden deeper below. Brent said that warmer weather and rain caused snow to melt, revealing new evidence days after O’Keefe’s death.

Defense attorney David Yannetti pointed out a troubling five-day gap between when O’Keefe died and when Brent took photos of the scene. “You were photographing it five days after Jan. 29, 2022, correct?” Yannetti pressed. “Yes, sir,” Brent answered.

This delay is raising serious concerns about how police handled key evidence in this high-profile case. Defense lawyers often use these gaps to question whether officers protected important details needed for a fair trial.

The public is now left wondering if justice can truly be served when critical steps are missed or delayed by law enforcement during an investigation this important.

WEATHER SERVICE Shortage Sparks Safety Fears

04 April 2025 — The National Weather Service is critically understaffed, with nearly half of its forecast offices facing 20% vacancy rates. This shortage coincides with a rise in severe weather events across the country. In Arkansas, where tornadoes and heavy rain recently struck, eight offices report over 35% vacancies.

Experts warn these staffing levels put public safety at risk. The service issues urgent warnings during dangerous storms like the recent tornadoes that caused seven deaths and ongoing catastrophic flooding. With at least 75 tornado reports this week alone, meteorologists are under increasing pressure.

In Kentucky, shortages forced meteorologists to choose between immediate warnings and future forecasting improvements. Brad Colman, a former American Meteorological Society president, voiced concerns about potential loss of life due to these shortages. Former National Weather Service chief Louis Uccellini echoed these worries about stretched resources amid rising severe weather threats nationwide.

UK NEWS BLACKOUT: Technical Glitch Leaves Readers in the Dark

27 March 2025 — A technical glitch has disrupted news access across the United Kingdom, leaving many without updates on current events. This unexpected issue has caused frustration among those eager to stay informed.

The problem affects breaking news retrieval and accessing timelines. Efforts are underway to resolve this quickly and restore normal service.

Meanwhile, readers should check alternative sources for updates or specific information they need. Stay tuned for more developments as technicians work on a solution.

US SECRET SERVICE Strikes: Russian Crypto Exchange Shutdown Sends Shockwaves

07 March 2025 — The US Secret Service has led a global operation to shut down the Garantex cryptocurrency exchange. This is part of an ongoing effort to fight cybercrime and illegal financial activities linked to cryptocurrency platforms. Authorities targeted Garantex for allegedly facilitating hacking-related transactions.

This crackdown highlights the growing scrutiny on cryptocurrency exchanges by international law enforcement agencies. By seizing Garantex, authorities aim to dismantle networks that misuse digital currencies for illegal purposes. The move reflects a broader strategy to curb cybercriminal activities worldwide.

Further developments are expected as investigations into Garantex and its users continue. The results of these inquiries could significantly impact future regulation of cryptocurrency exchanges globally. Law enforcement remains vigilant in pursuing those who misuse digital assets for unlawful ends.

UK Ambulance Service BEGS Public: STOP Misusing Emergency Lines

02 February 2025 — The Welsh Ambulance Service is pleading with the public to stop making non-emergency calls. With the U.K.'s public health services already stretched thin, these unnecessary calls are causing delays for those truly in need. Last year, 15% of their 426,000 calls were not urgent, including some that weren’t even health-related.

Dispatcher Emma Worrall shared memorable instances of non-urgent calls. One involved a pet alligator escape that left her supervisor puzzled. Other frivolous calls included complaints about chipped teeth and minor injuries like a bloody toe or concerns after sticking a finger in an electrical socket.

Worrall stresses the importance of prioritizing true emergencies where every second counts. She understands that people have different perceptions of emergencies but emphasizes the need for discernment before dialing 999. Calls about being locked out or pets in rivers only add to the strain on emergency services already under pressure.

CONGRESS BLOCKED From Trump Rally Security Report

19 July 2024 — Congress was blocked from accessing the crucial Ops Report detailing the protection plan for former President Trump’s rally, a lawmaker revealed to Fox News Digital. The report should explain who was responsible for securing the rooftop from which Thomas Matthew Crooks fired.

Paul Mauro, an attorney and retired NYPD inspector, stated that if the Ops Plan did not cover that rooftop or wasn’t done at all, it represents a significant failure by whoever approved it. Mauro confirmed that as of Thursday afternoon, the FBI held the detailed written plan based on information from a highly trusted source.

The FBI declined to comment on the matter. Despite several reported sightings of Crooks an hour before he opened fire in Butler, Pennsylvania, he managed to slip through security cracks. One of his bullets grazed Trump’s ear and could have been fatal if Trump hadn’t moved his head at that moment.

BRITAIN HALTS Transgender Procedures for Minors After Shocking Report

15 May 2024 — Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) has halted transgender procedures for minors following the Cass Report, which found little scientific evidence supporting such treatments. The report, led by Dr. Hillary Cass, reviewed studies and consulted thousands of patients and experts over four years. It concluded that puberty-blocking drugs and surgeries are not effective long-term solutions for gender dysphoria.

The U.K.'s decision aligns with other European countries like Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and France, which have also moved away from radical transgender treatments. Despite this shift in Europe, the U.S. medical establishment continues to support these procedures without considering the lack of evidence highlighted by the Cass Report.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) dismissed the findings of the Cass Report, insisting their approach is “grounded in evidence and science.” Similarly, the Endocrine Society maintains its support for gender-affirming care as “needed and often lifesaving,” despite growing international skepticism about such treatments for minors.

Denver’s MAYOR ATTACKS Republicans, Declares Service Cutbacks Amid Migrant Crisis

12 February 2024 — Mayor Mike Johnston (D-CO) has openly chastised Republican leadership for obstructing a migration deal proposed by Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY). This agreement would have permitted a large influx of migrants and allocated $5 billion for their resettlement across various cities and towns. Having already assisted 35,000 undocumented migrants, Johnston labeled the blocked deal as a “plan for shared sacrifice”.

Following the failure of this deal, Johnston declared that Denver will need to implement budget cuts to cover the costs associated with incoming migrants. He pointed fingers at Republicans for these reductions, asserting that their refusal to approve regime change will strain city budgets and services offered to newcomers. The mayor cautioned that more cutbacks are on the horizon.

The Congressional Budget Office highlighted in February that such migration policies redirect family wages and workplace investment towards Wall Street and government sectors while shifting attention away from American communities. In Denver specifically, an influx of impoverished migrants resulted in 20,000 hospital visits which led to a partial shutdown of a city hospital earlier this year.

Johnston’s announcement included service reductions at the DMV and Park & Recs departments with the aim of freeing up resources for undocumented immigrants. This decision has sparked criticism as it directly affects services available to Denver residents.

NEPAL PLANE Tragedy: Pilot Error Causes Deadliest Crash in 30 Years, Killing 72 Innocents

30 December 2023 — A devastating plane crash occurred in Nepal earlier this year, taking the lives of 72 people. Among the victims were two American citizens and two U.S. permanent residents. The fatal accident was likely a result of pilot error, according to a report released by government investigators last Thursday.

The ill-fated Yeti Airlines flight was en route from Kathmandu to Pokhara when it plunged into a gorge nestled in the Himalayan foothills. This incident has been marked as the most catastrophic airline disaster Nepal has witnessed in over three decades.

All passengers on board the twin-engine ATR 72 aircraft met with an untimely death — including two infants, four crew members, and fifteen foreign nationals.

The investigation report suggests that both condition levers were mistakenly shifted to the feathered position during flight. This led to both propellers feathering and subsequent loss of thrust which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and collision with terrain. It appears that due to lack of awareness and standard operating procedures, pilots accidentally selected power-controlling condition levers instead of flap lever.

FORMER Minister Glenys Kinnock’s LEGACY: A Life of Service and Scandal at 79

04 December 2023 — Glenys Kinnock, a former British cabinet minister and European Parliament member, has died at age 79. She passed away in her London residence on Sunday after a six-year struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Kinnock’s journey from schoolteacher to influential politician was marked by her service as a cabinet minister under ex-Prime Minister Gordon Brown. She gained recognition for her relentless fight against poverty and hunger in Africa and beyond.

Despite her achievements, Kinnock’s political career was not devoid of scandal. During her time in Brussels, she found herself entangled in an allowance controversy involving several European Parliament members.

These members were accused of signing in daily to collect a hefty £175 allowance before swiftly exiting the premises. The scandal cast a shadow over Kinnock’s otherwise commendable political career.

DEATH PENALTY On Trial: Americans Voice Unfairness, Report Unveils Shocking Shift

01 December 2023 — The U.S. death penalty is under fire as more Americans express concerns about its fairness. This change in public sentiment is leading to the increasing marginalization of capital punishment in the country, according to a recent annual report.

However, it remains unclear whether this waning support will result in the end of capital punishment. While some experts anticipate its complete abolition soon, others predict a slow decline rather than an immediate vanishing.

In 2023, only 24 individuals were executed and 21 were sentenced to death. This marks the ninth year in a row with fewer than 30 executions and less than 50 death sentences. Only five states — Texas, Florida, Missouri, Oklahoma and Alabama — carried out executions this year; the smallest number in two decades.

A Gallup poll from October disclosed that half of Americans believe capital punishment is unjustly applied. This level of doubt represents the highest since Gallup started surveying this topic back in 2000.

Boris Johnson RESIGNS as Tory MP Over Controversial Lockdown Breach Inquiry

09 June 2023 — Former PM Boris Johnson is resigning as Tory MP following receipt of a controversial report by the Privileges Committee. The report, investigating lockdown breaches at Downing Street, provoked Johnson to label the inquiry a “kangaroo court.”

Johnson admitted to unintentionally misleading parliament in March and conceded that social distancing was not always “perfect,” but insists the Covid guidelines were adhered to.

The former prime minister slammed the committee as biased, saying its “purpose from the beginning has been to find me guilty, regardless of the facts.”