Judge Juan Merchan of the Stormy Daniels case has criticized former President Donald Trump’s defense team for not objecting to Daniels’ testimony during their motion for a mistrial. Merchan expressed surprise at the lack of objections when Daniels took the stand, rejecting the defense’s motion. During the trial, Trump’s attorney Todd Blanche argued that Daniels had changed her story and that the defense was caught off guard by certain questions that they heard for the first time on Tuesday. However, Merchan pointed to specific examples of testimony that he felt were unnecessary, such as Daniels’ recounting of Trump’s alleged comment…
Author: Robert Gill
A recent survey has revealed that a staggering 80% of Americans are in favor of legalizing marijuana. This shows a significant increase in support for legalization over the past decade. Many states have already taken steps to legalize marijuana for either medical or recreational use, with advocates pointing to potential benefits such as generating tax revenue and reducing criminal activity. Despite the overwhelming support for legalization, there are still some opponents who have concerns about the potential negative health effects and increased drug use that could come with it. The federal government currently classifies marijuana as a Schedule I controlled…
The Three-Day NFL Draft in Detroit Brings Record Attendance and Economic Boost Detroit recently hosted the three-day NFL Draft, which not only broke attendance records but also made a significant economic impact on the city. With an estimated 775,000 attendees and an additional 34 million viewers tuning in on TV, the draft brought an estimated economic impact between $150 million and $175 million. Local businesses, food sales, and VIP suites all played a part in the draft’s success, contributing to the overall economic boost. Although Visit Detroit is still calculating the exact impact and expects a report by June, they…
A Deadly Tornado Outbreak Strikes Oklahoma On April 27, Oklahoma was hit hard by a series of devastating tornadoes, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. As of Sunday morning, the death toll had reached at least four, including a 4-month-old baby. In addition, over 100 people were reported injured, with significant damage reported in Sulphur, Holdenville, and other areas across the state. Reports indicate that a staggering 27 tornadoes touched down in Oklahoma, causing widespread chaos and destruction. Holdenville saw 14 homes damaged, while Sulphur and Marietta also suffered significant structural damage. Multiple road closures further exacerbated the…
The famous saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” has been around for over a century, but did you know it first appeared in the United States in 1866? This tidbit of apple trivia just goes to show how long this delicious fruit has been celebrated for its health benefits. Eating apples can have a significant impact on your health, with studies showing that they can help reduce the risk of lung cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. This is thanks to the high levels of flavonoids found in apple peels, which can help the body fight…
Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized in New York City Following Conviction Overturn Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized in New York City after the overturn of his 2020 rape conviction. Weinstein, who was serving a 23-year prison sentence at the Mohawk Correctional Facility in Rome, N.Y., was admitted to Bellevue Hospital for a battery of tests, according to his attorney Arthur Aidala. Weinstein, who has a history of health issues including high blood pressure and heart problems, was convicted of rape in Los Angeles in 2022 and sentenced to an additional 16 years in prison. The New York Court of…
Paramount Global is in the midst of major changes as CEO Bob Bakish is set to resign, according to sources close to the company. The news comes ahead of the company’s quarterly earnings report and ongoing talks with entertainment company Skydance. Shari Redstone, a controlling shareholder of Paramount Global, is reportedly unhappy with Bakish’s recent strategic decisions, leading to his anticipated resignation. Bakish, who has been with the company for decades and was named CEO of ViacomCBS in 2019, is not expected to be on the call for the upcoming earnings report. There is speculation that an office of the…
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid showed incredible resilience and determination in Game 3 against the New York Knicks, scoring a playoff career-high 50 points despite battling Bell’s palsy. The condition, which causes symptoms such as blurry vision and eye discomfort, did not stop Embiid from leading his team to victory. In a post-game interview, Embiid opened up about the challenges of playing with Bell’s palsy, revealing that he had to put drops in his eye during breaks in the game. Despite the difficulties he faced, Embiid emphasized that he is not a quitter and is fully committed to helping the…
In a stunning display of solar activity, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) captured a rare ‘super’ eruption of four separate flares on the sun’s surface. The quadruple eruption, which occurred on April 23, was a chain reaction linked by invisible magnetic loops in the sun’s corona. These events, known as “sympathetic solar flares,” are not uncommon, but this particular event was especially complex and dubbed “super-sympathetic.” Solar flares are explosions of electromagnetic radiation from the sun’s chaotic surface, and they have the power to impact Earth systems. This can result in radio and TV blackouts or stunning Aurora displays. The…
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft is finally ready for its long-awaited crewed launch after facing years of delays and setbacks. The inaugural mission is scheduled to take off from Florida on May 6, with NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore on board heading to the International Space Station. This milestone launch will mark a significant step for Boeing, as their Starliner spacecraft will join SpaceX’s Crew Dragon in making routine trips to the space station. NASA officials have been eager to have both spacecraft flying regularly, as part of the agency’s Commercial Crew Program. Boeing encountered various challenges during the development…