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$11 Million Cryptocurrency Theft: Armed Robber Targets OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's Ex-Partner's Home
Nov 26, 2025 03:19 pm CST
A sophisticated armed robbery resulted in the theft of $11 million in cryptocurrency from tech investor Lachy Groom's San Francisco home. The perpetrator, posing as a delivery worker, targeted the Mission District residence of Groom, who previously dated OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. During the 90-minute ordeal, the victim was restrained and reportedly tortured while the thief emptied Bitcoin and Ethereum wallets in what authorities believe was a targeted operation by organized criminals.
Trump Administration Launches Project Firewall: Enforcing H-1B Visa Rules to Protect American Workers
Nov 26, 2025 02:28 pm CST
The Trump administration has introduced Project Firewall, a collaborative initiative between the Department of Labor and EEOC designed to enforce H-1B visa regulations and prioritize American workers in hiring processes. While maintaining a "nuanced" approach to skilled immigration, Trump insists qualified Americans must not be replaced by foreign workers, with increased scrutiny on employers' compliance with labor laws.
Trump Administration Implements $100 Surcharge for Foreign Tourists at America's Most Popular National Parks
Nov 26, 2025 12:44 pm CST
Starting in 2026, the Trump administration will require foreign tourists to pay an additional $100 fee to visit America's most popular national parks, while tripling the cost of annual passes for non-residents to $250. The Department of Interior states this policy aims to ensure American taxpayers enjoy affordable access while international visitors contribute more to park maintenance and improvements.
Northern Irish Council Removes Prince Andrew's Name From Street Following Epstein Scandal
Nov 26, 2025 12:37 pm CST
A Northern Irish council has unanimously voted to rename a street in Carrickfergus previously named after former prince Andrew, becoming the UK's first council to take such action following King Charles III's removal of his brother's royal titles due to connections with Jeffrey Epstein. Local residents support the change, with the council now considering alternative royal names through public consultation.
H-1B Visa Fraud Allegations: US Economist Claims Chennai Received 220,000 Visas Despite 85,000 National Cap
Nov 26, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Former US Representative Dave Brat alleges widespread fraud in the H-1B visa system, claiming Chennai, India received 220,000 visas—far exceeding the 85,000 national cap. These allegations follow similar claims from an Indian-American diplomat who served at the Chennai consulate, suggesting systemic issues with fraudulent applications involving fake credentials and employer letters.
Trump Transforms Traditional Turkey Pardoning Into Political Platform: Saves 'Waddle' and 'Gobble' From Thanksgiving Table
Nov 26, 2025 11:48 am CST
President Donald Trump continued the White House tradition of pardoning Thanksgiving turkeys, saving North Carolina-raised 'Waddle' and 'Gobble' from holiday dinner tables. However, the typically lighthearted ceremony took a political turn as Trump used the platform to criticize political opponents and make claims about crime and economic statistics, transforming a bipartisan tradition into something more contentious.
Thanksgiving Revolution: How US Families Are Adopting Turkeys Instead of Eating Them
Nov 26, 2025 11:15 am CST
An increasing number of American families are choosing to "adopt" turkeys rather than serve them for Thanksgiving dinner. Animal sanctuaries across the US offer adoption programs where people can sponsor a turkey's care in exchange for photos, certificates, and sometimes personal visits. This compassionate alternative aims to save some of the millions of turkeys typically slaughtered during the holiday season while raising awareness about factory farming conditions and highlighting these intelligent birds' unique personalities.
Tulsi Gabbard's Intelligence Team Seizes Classified Kennedy Assassination Files from Secret CIA Warehouse
Nov 26, 2025 11:07 am CST
In a dramatic confrontation between intelligence agencies, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's team conducted an unannounced operation to retrieve classified Kennedy and MLK assassination files from a secret CIA archival facility. The unprecedented mission, fulfilling President Trump's executive order demanding transparency, lasted until 2 a.m. as thousands of documents were transferred to the National Archives for declassification, highlighting tensions between the CIA and the DNI's office over government secrecy and public disclosure.
New Zealand Mother Sentenced to Life for Murdering Children Found in Suitcases Years Later
Nov 26, 2025 10:56 am CST
Hakyung Lee has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum 17-year term for murdering her two children, whose remains were discovered in suitcases years after their deaths. Despite mental illness claims, the New Zealand court ruled her actions deliberate, ordering her to begin her sentence in a psychiatric facility before returning to prison once deemed well enough.
Inside the Diplomatic Back Channel: How US Envoy Guided Russia on Pitching Ukraine Peace Plan to Trump
Nov 26, 2025 10:06 am CST
US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff held a strategic phone call with Kremlin official Yuri Ushakov, coaching him on how Vladimir Putin should approach Donald Trump about a Ukraine peace plan. This diplomatic back channel reveals the origins of the controversial 28-point peace proposal that the US has pressured Ukraine to accept, providing unprecedented insight into the complex negotiations between Washington and Moscow.