Lab leaks and accidents up 50pc as fears grow dangerous viruses and bacteria could escape

156 reports have emerged of ‘mishaps’ involving bugs since outbreak of Covid, suspected to have originated in a Chinese lab

Lab leaks and accidents up 50pc as fears grow dangerous viruses and bacteria could escape  

No more anonymous shell companies buying houses: A landmark Rubio law to go into effect

 

No more anonymous shell companies buying houses: A landmark Rubio law to go into effect 

Jan. 6 rioter who was sentenced in secret provided information to authorities, court papers say

 

Jan. 6 rioter who was sentenced in secret provided information to authorities, court papers say 

Southern Baptist Convention settles high-profile lawsuit that accused former leader of sexual abuse

The suit prompted a major newspaper investigation into Southern Baptist sexual abuse and seven other men to come forward with allegations against Paul Pressler, an influential conservative activist and former Texas judge.

Southern Baptist Convention settles high-profile lawsuit that accused former leader of sexual abuse 

911 calls released in rescue of Matthew R. Reum, man trapped below Indiana underpass for days

911 calls released in rescue of Matthew R. Reum, man trapped below Indiana underpass for days

An Israeli airstrike in Syria kills a high-ranking Iranian general

 An Israeli airstrike in Syria kills a high-ranking Iranian general

Biden orders strike on Iranian-aligned group after 3 US troops injured in drone attack in Iraq

Biden orders strike on Iranian-aligned group after 3 US troops injured in drone attack in Iraq

With war raging in Gaza, Christmas is effectively canceled in Bethlehem

With war raging in Gaza, Christmas is effectively canceled in Bethlehem 

New Tesla Cars Fall Apart. The Company Says Drivers Are to Blame

A Reuters investigation reveals how the automaker denied responsibility for the failure of parts it knew were defective

 

New Tesla Cars Fall Apart. The Company Says Drivers Are to Blame 

Can Israel Survive if There is No Ceasefire?

The US could stop the war today if the Biden Administration wanted to. But it does not. The question is, why not?

Can Israel Survive if There is No Ceasefire? 

Joe Manchin's Entire Political Career Should Be Treated Like the Scandal It Is

This kind of pervasive corruption — in both major parties and all branches and levels of government — shouldn’t be normalized.

Joe Manchin's Entire Political Career Should Be Treated Like the Scandal It Is  

Jeanne’s survival fund

Hi. My name is Sandy. I am Jeanne Hoings mom. She had a fire in her home on Friday December 1. She has lost everything, including her family of 7 cats. I’m so worried about her. She is just devastated. Please help us raise some money to cover her expenses at this time

Jeanne’s survival fund 

Pentagon, spy agencies divulge details of U.S. government’s experiments on humans

Pentagon, spy agencies divulge details of U.S. government’s experiments on humans

Bombs are falling on Gaza again. Who are the hostages still remaining in the besieged strip?

Bombs are falling on Gaza again. Who are the hostages still remaining in the besieged strip?

Union-Made Holiday Gift Guide

Find the perfect holiday gift carring a union label and is made in America. 

Shipping gifts this year? Make sure to ship using a union carrier like the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.

Union-Made Holiday Gift Guide

 

 

Hamas, Israel release prisoners; American girl, 4, is freed

 Hamas, Israel release prisoners; American girl, 4, is freed

Hamas frees 24 hostages from Gaza on first day of truce

 Hamas frees 24 hostages from Gaza on first day of truce

Rainbow Bridge Explosion2 Dead in Vehicle Explosion at U.S.-Canada Bridge in Niagara Falls

The cause of the blast at the Niagara Falls International Rainbow Bridge was unknown. Officials called the situation “fluid.”

Rainbow Bridge Explosion2 Dead in Vehicle Explosion at U.S.-Canada Bridge in Niagara Falls

In Memory of Rosalynn Carter

 In Memory of Rosalynn Carter

Tennessee officials rescue 13 missing children at risk of being trafficked: 'America's ugly secret'

Authorities located 12 juvenile victims ranging from 11 to 17 years old, as well as one 2-month-old infant

Tennessee officials rescue 13 missing children at risk of being trafficked: 'America's ugly secret'

What this Michigan man says about democracy after town ousts entire local government

Jason Kruse started grassroots campaign to recall township board after residents' concerns were ignored

What this Michigan man says about democracy after town ousts entire local government

China’s chief epidemiologist who helped drive the anti-COVID fight dies at age 60

 China’s chief epidemiologist who helped drive the anti-COVID fight dies at age 60

This Supreme Court decision is destroying America — and no one is talking about it

This Supreme Court decision is destroying America — and no one is talking about it  

A message from Dr. Phil on Israel, Hamas, and our own moral compass

 

Son of Hamas leader breaks silence on decision to denounce terror group: 'They don't care' about Palestinians

Mosab Hassan Yousef fled the Middle East and converted to Christianity after spending time behind bars in Israel

Son of Hamas leader breaks silence on decision to denounce terror group: 'They don't care' about Palestinians 

The Massive Scale of China’s Property Sector

 The risks that follow as China’s largest real estate company wavers near default.

 The Massive Scale of China’s Property Sector

Help Danny Lutz keep his farm in operation

Asking for the communities support financially, the once very successful organic farm is struggling.  A massive setback for him was being diagnosed with bladder cancer a few years back. He has also had over a hundred skin cancers removed and still more needing to be removed. The doctor bills are still piling up. Of course, last years record drought and this year receiving 2 seasons worth of rain in 5 weeks did not help. We had a total crop failure of our tomatoes. Normally we have 1/2 ton a week to sell.

If he doesn't have the vegetables we don't have the income. His tractors are down, in need of propane for house and greenhouses, taxes, vet bills, seeds for next year, gas, extreme medical bills, electric to keep his micro greens going, plastic for greenhouses, the list goes on. I hate to see him struggling, he is such a hard-working man.

He has always given to the community. During the farms good years, he was proudly supporting local animal shelters, hospitals, a large contributor to Forgotten Harvest- Michigan's largest food rescue organization, Capuchin Soup kitchen and supports Saffron Community Kitchen with providing food to people in need. During Covid he was donating vegetables, plants and meat birds. He's an extremely generous man, with a heart of gold.

I myself have always contributed to the local charities, food bank, senior center, medilodge, veterans, I love making gift baskets to help raise money for many causes in our community. It makes me feel good to help people in need.

I am just asking to please donate a little money to help Danny Lutz financially to keep his farm operational. So it can be once again successful farm. Any little bit we would be very grateful, so he can continue to grow clean, organic vegetables.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️.

Sheila

Help Danny Lutz keep his farm in operation 

This Beloved Michigan Farm Supplies Detroit’s Most Popular Restaurants. It’s Also Struggling to Stay Afloat

Hospitality workers are fundraising for Maple Creek Organic Farm. Plus, Detroit casino workers have authorized a strike.

This Beloved Michigan Farm Supplies Detroit’s Most Popular Restaurants. It’s Also Struggling to Stay Afloat 

Free coffee and other caffeinated perks for National Coffee Day

 Check out local coffee shops to see about even more deals.

 Free coffee and other caffeinated perks for National Coffee Day

Inequality for All Turns 10: Has the Movie’s Warning Come True? | Robert Reich

In the 10 years since we made Inequality for All, inequality has surged.

Inequality for All Turns 10: Has the Movie’s Warning Come True? | Robert Reich

Tampa Bay’s flamingo visitors: Everything you need to know

The flamingos have been spotted on Pinellas County’s beaches. Let’s take a deep dive into their psyche. 

Tampa Bay’s flamingo visitors: Everything you need to know

The 7 Generations: What do we know about them?

The 7 Generations: What do we know about them? 

New Orleans issues emergency declaration amid possible water crisis

 New Orleans issues emergency declaration amid possible water crisis

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Foliage Photography

 The Ultimate Guide to Fall Foliage Photography

Resources for Hurricane Idalia Recovery in Pinellas County

Resources for Hurricane Idalia Recovery in Pinellas County 

Pinellas County continues to work with the State and FEMA to get additional assistance in response to Hurricane Idalia. You can call FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) if you were impacted. Residents who use TTY may call 1-800-462-7585. This information is used to help make a determination of the needs here in Pinellas.

Resources Available in Pinellas County:

Pinellas County partners with 211 Tampa Bay Cares, which residents can text or call 211 to be referred to assistance for lodging, food, and other services offered by area non-profits. 211 Tampa Bay Cares has Hurricane and Storm Resources listed at https://211tampabay.org/hurricane-storm-resources/

Crisis Cleanup can assist with cutting fallen trees, tarping roofs, cleaning up flood damage, and mold mitigation. Contact them at https://crisiscleanup.org or call 800-451-1954 through September 15.

The Florida Baptist Disaster Relief Public Assistance program can help with cleaning out flood-damaged houses, tarping, and tree removal. Contact them at 904-253-0502.

More tips and resources at https://disaster.pinellas.gov