Posts by Kevin Harson
Report on China’s new fleet of barges drops amid Taiwan invasion fears
A report published by the Naval News on Friday that China is building a fleet of barges suitable for amphibious landings amid fears of a Taiwan invasion. Newsweek reached out to the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, the Chinese embassy in Washington, D.C., and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in…
Read MoreVegetable platter recall in 7 states as FDA sets highest risk level
Vegetable platters have been recalled in seven states over fears of possible contamination with salmonella. Why It Matters The products have been given a Class I categorization by the Food and Drug Administration, the agency’s most serious type of recall. A Class I recall is issued when there is “reasonable probability” that the use of,…
Read MoreVideos show devastating Palisades fire encroaching on San Fernando Valley
A number of videos have been shared on social media showing the Palisades fire, the most destructive in Los Angeles’ history, making its way toward the populated San Fernando Valley with mandatory evacuation orders in place. Why It Matters The Palisades fire continued moving north overnight, placing the San Fernando Valley in direct danger. According…
Read MoreJR Motorsports Confirms 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Crew Chief Changes
JR Motorsports has recently shared its lineup of crew chiefs for the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series. JR Motorsports has a remarkable legacy in the racing world. It was established by Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kelley Earnhardt Miller, and Rick Hendrick in 2002, and has since been an iconic presence in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The team…
Read MoreSpringer spaniel shows off his basketball skills in hilarious video
This week, we’ve seen a rescue dog who couldn’t fathom why he was being given a treat and a New York City cat enjoying the outdoors for the first time ever. We have also been enjoying readers’ pictures and videos of their pets, sent in for our weekly Newsweek Pet of the Week lineup. If…
Read More23XI Racing And FRM Lawyer Issues Statement After NASCAR Lawsuit Milestone
The latest stage of the antitrust lawsuit filed against NASCAR has seen a federal judge rule against the sports request to dismiss the filing, marking another small victory for 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports. Judge Kenneth Bell’s decisions indicate a move towards a trial, ensuring that 23XI Racing and Front Row will have a…
Read More‘They just got my uncle’: Mass immigration arrests spark fear among farmworkers in Central Valley
BAKERSFIELD — Maria Casarez was washing dishes at noon Tuesday in her three-bedroom duplex, tidying up before her four children arrived home from school when her husband’s nephew called. “Acaba de agarrar a mi tío — inmigración,” he said. They just got my uncle, immigration. The two had been talking at a Home Depot parking lot,…
Read MoreGavin Newsom rebuffs wildfire backlash: “Not interested”
California Governor Gavin Newsom has rejected criticism of his handling of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires saying he is “not interested in politicizing a natural disaster.“ Newsom also posted a video on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, urging President-elect Donald Trump to visit the disaster area in person to “understand the magnitude” of the wildfires.…
Read MoreUS firms pay over $1 billion in taxes to Russia Amid Ongoing Ukraine war
U.S. companies that have continued to do business in Russia have contributed more than $1 billion in tax revenue to Kremlin, Newsweek has learned. American firms in Russia paid the country $1.2 billion in profit taxes in 2023, according to figures from campaign group B4Ukraine and the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) Institute shared exclusively…
Read MoreHousing market update: How to find out how much house you can afford
Knowing how much house you can afford helps you avoid financial stress and set realistic expectations. This can ensure you can comfortably manage mortgage payments and plan for additional homeownership costs. Why It Matters Many Americans struggle to buy homes due to high prices and interest rates. In 2020, with rates below 3%, Americans earning…
Read More‘Connections’ January 11: Answers and hints for puzzle #580
It’s the weekend, which means it’s time to grab a cup of coffee and unwind with the latest Connections puzzle. The wildly popular brainteaser was launched by The New York Times in June 2023 and has gone on to become the publication’s second-most played game behind Wordle. Last year, Connections developer and NYT crossword editor…
Read MoreToday’s “Wordle” #1,302 hints and answer for Saturday, January 11 game
If completing today’s Wordle puzzle remains unchecked on your to-do list, Newsweek has all the help you need to secure that victory. Josh Wardle, a Welsh-born engineer based in New York City, perfected the popular brainteaser during the COVID-19 lockdowns, years after coming up with the original concept. He then released it to the public…
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