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More than a dozen attorneys general across the U.S. signed a letter to Walmart CEO Doug McMillon. They urged him to reconsider his company’s rollbacks of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs, commonly called DEI. “In particular, we are concerned that Walmart’s decision to phase out supplier diversity programs, close down the Center for Racial…
Iran has unveiled its first signals intelligence vessel, the Zagros, designed for advanced electronic surveillance and cyber intelligence. The domestically constructed ship is equipped with state-of-the-art sensors to enhance intelligence gathering and maritime monitoring. Admiral Shahram Irani says the Zagros will play a critical role in securing Iran’s maritime interests, calling it the navy’s “watchful…
The nation’s three largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) made significant markups to “lifesaving” medications at pharmacies they owned, the Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday, Jan. 14. The preliminary report comes as PBMs face increased scrutiny and bipartisan legislation to rein them in. The “Big 3” pharmacy benefit managers marked up generic drugs filled by their…
Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott is determined to enforce the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities. Abbott threatened to remove Texas A&M President Mark Welsh after a conservative activist claimed the university may be violating the ban by attending a conference that only allows minorities to participate. Christopher Rufo,…
A federal study likely to impact U.S. dietary guidelines found that drinking alcohol even at “low levels” drastically increases a person’s risk of premature death. The research comes from the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking (ICCPUD) on Tuesday, Jan. 14, and it is one of two reports guiding the 2025 revision…
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments Wednesday, Jan. 15, in a case over a Texas law that mandates users verify their age on pornographic websites before being able to access material. Opponents of the law say it unconstitutionally infringes on adults’ free speech rights. They said even though the law is meant to keep…
The Food and Drug Administration wants new food warning labels on the front of food packaging and boxes so that consumers can make healthier choices. The FDA proposed a nutrition information box that includes information about saturated fats, sodium and added sugars. Food manufacturers would be required to put the labels on the front of…
NATO launched “Baltic Sentry,” an operation to protect critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, following incidents of damage to undersea cables and pipelines. The alliance is deploying frigates, patrol aircraft and naval drones, with measures that could include boarding or impounding ships suspected of endangering infrastructure. The operation is part of NATO’s response to rising…
NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre appeared on TMZ Sports to discuss his Parkinson’s diagnosis. The quarterback said when he was initially told he had the condition, he was terrified. “I have to admit, I thought the world was caving in on me, it was the end of the world,” Favre said. “I can’t believe…
Al Capone, one of America’s most infamous mobsters, is taking center stage at The Mob Museum in Las Vegas. The new exhibit, “The First Public Enemy,” offers visitors a rare glimpse into the legendary gangster’s personal life. The exhibit highlights Capone’s personal Colt 1911 pistol, nicknamed “Sweetheart.” The .45-caliber firearm was with Capone during some…
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