Michael Cohen asked the Supreme Court to revive his lawsuit. He targets Trump and administration officials for alleged retaliation. Cohen claims they punished him for criticizing the former president. The Supreme Court receives about 7,000-8,000 petitions annually but only hears 80 cases on average. Former Trump Lawyer’s Legal Troubles WBAL Cohen served time for various federal crimes. A Manhattan judge sentenced him to three years in 2018. His crimes included campaign finance violations and tax evasion. Cohen’s sentence was part of 2,807 campaign finance convictions between 2007 and 2017. COVID-19 Impacts Prison Sentence Rogue Valley Times The pandemic led to…
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Orono, Maine detected Jamestown Canyon Virus in local mosquitoes. This marks the first positive mosquito sample in Maine for 2024. The Maine CDC notified town officials of the discovery. Jamestown Canyon Virus can cause fever, headache, and fatigue in humans. First Human Case Identified Science News Maine identified its first locally-acquired human case in 2017. The state recorded its first Jamestown Canyon-associated death in 2018. In 2023, three mosquito groups tested positive, but no human cases occurred. Since 2000, the CDC has reported 228 human cases of Jamestown Canyon Virus in the United States. No Vaccine or Treatment The Conversation…
Beryl’s remnants continue to move northeastward. The system threatens western Pennsylvania, upstate New York, and northern New England. Forecasters predict tornadoes and flash flooding in these areas. Beryl demonstrates how tropical systems can impact inland areas long after landfall. Tornado Risk Remains High 9News Tornadoes pose a significant threat in the Northeast. Two tornadoes already touched down in Kentucky and Indiana. The Storm Prediction Center issues an average of 1,000 tornado warnings annually. Tornadoes from tropical system remnants account for about 10% of all U.S. tornadoes. Flash Flooding Danger Intensifies Facebook Northern New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire face severe…
California implemented a $20 per hour minimum wage for fast-food workers on April 1, 2024. This represents a 25% increase from the previous $16 per hour. The law affects over 500,000 fast-food workers in the state. California now has the highest minimum wage for fast-food workers in the United States. Franchisees Adjust to Costs The Associated Press Restaurant owners are cutting employee hours to manage increased labor costs. Some franchisees now work shifts themselves to reduce staffing needs. Lawrence Cheng, a Wendy’s franchisee, reduced his afternoon shift from 12 to 7 employees. Labor costs typically account for 25-35% of a…
Health officials in Pueblo County, Colorado identified a bubonic plague case. The infected person was hospitalized but their condition improved. Plague is endemic to the area, making it difficult to pinpoint the source. Colorado has reported 66 human plague cases since 1957. Plague Transmission and Prevalence Moneycontrol Yersinia pestis bacteria cause bubonic plague. Infected fleas, often carried by rodents, transmit the disease to humans. The U.S. averages seven human plague cases annually. Southwestern and Western states report most cases, with 496 cases nationwide from 1970 to 2020. Symptoms of Bubonic Plague 9News Plague symptoms develop within 1-7 days after exposure.…
Four scientists emerge from a 378-day Mars simulation. They lived in a 1,700 square foot, 3D-printed habitat. This mission marks the first of NASA’s CHAPEA program. Previous Mars simulations include the HI-SEAS project in Hawaii, which ran from 2013 to 2018. CHAPEA Program Aims for Mars India Today NASA designs CHAPEA to study human performance on Mars. The program will run three missions in total. Scientists collect data on health, psychology, and resource management. NASA has invested over $1 billion in Mars exploration technologies since 2009. Habitat Mimics Mars Environment Mashable India The 3D-printed habitat spans 1,700 square feet. It…
Dengue fever cases reach record 10 million globally. This represents approximately 1 in 800 people on Earth. The virus spreads to previously unaffected countries. Historically, dengue infections have quadrupled globally between 2000 and 2015. CDC Issues Warning for Travelers The Siasat Daily The Centers for Disease Control alerts about increased dengue risk. They urge travelers and healthcare providers to stay vigilant. This warning follows a 30-year trend of rising dengue cases. The CDC reported a 300% increase in dengue cases from 2000 to 2019. Climate Change Fuels Mosquito Spread India Today Rising temperatures expand mosquito habitats northward. Heat benefits both…
The International Fusion Energy Project (ITER) has finished constructing the world’s largest fusion reactor. It consists of 19 massive coils forming multiple toroidal magnets. ITER’s tokamak design represents the forefront of fusion power technology. The project involves collaboration between 35 countries, including EU states, UK, China, India, and the US. ITER Faces 15-Year Operational Delay Scientific American ITER’s first full test, originally scheduled for 2020, is now projected for 2039. This significant delay pushes fusion power further from being a timely solution to the climate crisis. Pietro Barabaschi, ITER’s director general, acknowledges the setback’s negative impact. He advises against relying…
California faces 21 active wildfires as of Sunday. CAL FIRE reports unprecedented early-season fire activity. The state has experienced a 60% increase in acres burned compared to 2023. Climate change contributes to longer, more intense fire seasons. Lake Fire Threatens Neverland Ranch Mario Tama/Getty Images The Lake Fire explodes to 13,264 acres with 0% containment. Evacuation orders include Michael Jackson’s former Neverland Ranch. The fire started near Los Padres National Forest. California has lost over 4 million acres to wildfires in the past five years. Heat Wave Intensifies Fire Conditions David Swanson/Reuters Southern California experiences temperatures in high 90s. Low…
Extreme temperatures shatter previous records across the country. The National Weather Service issues excessive heat warnings for 36 million people. This represents about 10% of the US population. The heat wave affects both the West and East coasts, with particularly dangerous conditions in the West. Death Valley: Epicenter of Extreme Heat The Seattle Times Death Valley National Park records 129°F on Saturday and Sunday. This approaches the highest reliably recorded temperature on Earth (134°F in 1913). The park experiences temperatures of 125°F or higher daily since July 4. This streak is expected to continue through the following Saturday. Tragic Consequences…