Posts by Kevin Harson
For Luigi Mangione’s defense, “sympathy” from the jury could save him
Jurors may acquit Luigi Mangione, even if they think he is guilty, a former federal prosecutor has said. Neama Rahmani told Newsweek that jurors may be swayed by an outpouring of public sympathy for Mangione, who is accused of gunning down the CEO of medical insurance company UnitedHealthcare. Newsweek sought email comment from Mangione’s attorney,…
Read MoreUkraine targets North Korean troops with psychological warfare
The Ukrainian military is conducting psychological warfare against North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces, seeking to persuade them to surrender rather than needlessly lose their lives on the battlefield. Euronews reported on Tuesday that under a project called “I Want to Live,” the Ukrainian military produced leaflets and videos to encourage North Korean leader…
Read MoreToday’s “Wordle” #1,272 answers, hints and clues for Thursday, December 12
People love playing Wordle and not only sharing their results, but also their strategies for solving the daily game. But how does your playing strategy stack up against Artificial Intelligence (AI)? We asked ChatGPT to scour online resources to find the best tips for beating Wordle every time. The AI service began by telling us…
Read More“Connections” December 12: Hints and answers for game #550
Connections has continued to be a firm favorite among puzzle fans, having hit the mobile game scene over a year ago. In the wake of Wordle‘s phenomenal success—a game that captivated millions and was acquired by The New York Times in early 2022—the newspaper introduced Connections in 2023. If you are not familiar with Connections,…
Read MoreFirst Drive Review: 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack
Transitioning iconic vehicles into the electric era has so far been difficult. Ford took heat for years for using the legendary sports car’s name in the Mustang Mach-E moniker. Chevrolet hasn’t even tried with the Camaro, killing the model instead. Dodge, a muscle car company that built much of its modern reputation on putting V8…
Read MoreOutgoing House Republican: “The less” Congress does, “the better”
Outgoing U.S. House Representative Bob Good didn’t mince words in his farewell speech Wednesday, saying that “the less we do, the better.” The Virginia lawmaker also contended that “most of what we do here in Washington is bad, certainly unconstitutional, unjustified and often downright harmful.” He went on to say that congressional Republicans “should be…
Read MoreDonald Trump announces new role for Kari Lake
President-elect Donald Trump has announced Kari Lake as his choice to lead state-funded media network Voice of America (VOA). Lake, a former TV news anchor, launched a political career as a Republican Trump loyalist just after the president-elect’s first term in the White House. She has gone on to lose both Arizona’s 2022 gubernatorial election…
Read MoreJimmy Butler Agent Goes Off on Shams Charania Following Trade Report
The NBA world was shaken on Dec. 10 when Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the Miami Heat were “open to listening to offers” for star forward Jimmy Butler, with the six-time All-Star preferring a “win-now contender in any trade.” The Heat are open to listening to offers for Jimmy Butler, league sources told ESPN,…
Read MoreOne of last survivors of Pearl Harbor attack dies at 100
When Bob Fernandez joined the Navy in August 1941, his innocence was forgivable. Only 17, he had grown up in San Jose and quit school after eighth grade. Quick with his hands and feet, he followed his older brother on the local boxing circuit and was ready for new opportunities. Four months later, on Dec.…
Read MoreWhat is spondylolisthesis, the back condition that derailed Luigi Mangione’s life?
What a difference a fraction of an inch can make. Having one of the 33 bones in his spine out of alignment by less than half an inch apparently diminished Luigi Mangione’s quality of life to the point that his lower legs felt like they were on fire. At other times, the 26-year-old charged with…
Read MoreCalifornia Sen. Alex Padilla urges Biden administration to protect immigrants before Trump takes office
WASHINGTON — Democratic lawmakers including California Sen. Alex Padilla are urging President Biden to take action now to protect immigrants with temporary legal statuses and work authorizations. President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to move quickly to crack down on immigrants once he takes office, including mass deportations. The lawmakers said during a news conference Wednesday that…
Read MoreOpinion: South Korea needs a stronger response from the U.S. to help save its democracy
The Republic of Korea’s ascent as a global beacon of liberal democracy and capitalism has been built on its robust alliance with the United States. Now this exemplary democracy faces its most significant challenge in decades. It is clearer by the day that President Yoon Suk Yeol’s recent failed attempt to invoke martial law was…
Read More