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On Thursday, The Food and Drug Administration officially ordered all Juul electronic cigarettes to be removed from the United States market, the Associated Press reported.
On Thursday, The Food and Drug Administration officially ordered all Juul electronic cigarettes to be removed from the United States market, the Associated Press reported.
 
On the heels of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell admitting Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was not the primary driver of inflation in America, President Biden attempted to shift the blame for inflation on someone else, whining on Twitter again about “Putin’s Price Hike.”
On the heels of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell admitting Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was not the primary driver of inflation in America, President Biden attempted to shift the blame for inflation on someone else, whining on Twitter again about “Putin’s Price Hike.”
 
Amazon has given fans a first look at the Orc character design in the studio's upcoming Rings of Power show, and it looks like MAGA hats are back on the menu.
Amazon has given fans a first look at the Orc character design in the studio's upcoming Rings of Power show, and it looks like MAGA hats are back on the menu.
 
Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, slammed President Joe Biden during an ABC News interview on Sunday after newly released polling shows Biden’s approval rating continuing to fall.
Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, slammed President Joe Biden during an ABC News interview on Sunday after newly released polling shows Biden’s approval rating continuing to fall.
 
President Joe Biden appeared to demote his Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Tuesday in a humiliating snub caught on video.
President Joe Biden appeared to demote his Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Tuesday in a humiliating snub caught on video.
 
North Carolina Senate Democrats unveil a plan for families that includes picking up where Biden's Build Back Better bill left off.
North Carolina Senate Democrats unveil a plan for families that includes picking up where Biden's Build Back Better bill left off.
 
The director of Texas’ Department of Public Safety revealed this week that the police officer husband of a slain Robb Elementary School teacher was detained and disarmed when he tried to enter the school to save his wife.
The director of Texas’ Department of Public Safety revealed this week that the police officer husband of a slain Robb Elementary School teacher was detained and disarmed when he tried to enter the school to save his wife.
 
“Saturday Night Live” is facing calls to be taken off the air by critics who charge that the show has fallen so much from where it once was that pulling it off the air might be the most compassionate move.
“Saturday Night Live” is facing calls to be taken off the air by critics who charge that the show has fallen so much from where it once was that pulling it off the air might be the most compassionate move.
 
Planned Parenthood and abortion activists took over the Wisconsin state Capitol building on Wednesday, as the GOP was set to uphold a pro-life law that will take effect if the Roe v. Wade decision is overturned.
Planned Parenthood and abortion activists took over the Wisconsin state Capitol building on Wednesday, as the GOP was set to uphold a pro-life law that will take effect if the Roe v. Wade decision is overturned.
 
Justice Clarence Thomas has been rushed to a burn ward in Washington after he scorched his hands writing another "absolutely fire" Supreme Court opinion this morning
Justice Clarence Thomas has been rushed to a burn ward in Washington after he scorched his hands writing another "absolutely fire" Supreme Court opinion this morning
 
Florida-based grocery chain Publix drew a hard line Tuesday on COVID vaccines for children under the age of five, saying that their pharmacies would not administer the shots to children under five despite the recent Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs).
Florida-based grocery chain Publix drew a hard line Tuesday on COVID vaccines for children under the age of five, saying that their pharmacies would not administer the shots to children under five despite the recent Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs).
 
To help recruit and retain teachers, more school districts are considering programs to provide affordable housing to teachers
To help recruit and retain teachers, more school districts are considering programs to provide affordable housing to teachers
 
On the heels of sweeping tax reform, the North Carolina legislature simplified the privilege license tax when they eliminated municipal privilege taxes in 2014
On the heels of sweeping tax reform, the North Carolina legislature simplified the privilege license tax when they eliminated municipal privilege taxes in 2014
 
The Carolina Journal makes a wide sweeping evaluation of the news that most effects us here in North Carolina, and is distilled, here on BCN, for your clear understanding by the electronic means of video broadcast.
The Carolina Journal makes a wide sweeping evaluation of the news that most effects us here in North Carolina, and is distilled, here on BCN, for your clear understanding by the electronic means of video broadcast.
 
Virginia Lieutenant Governor-elect Winsome Sears, a Republican, said during an interview that aired Sunday on Fox News that voters elected her for lieutenant governor because they are sick and tired of politicians who will not let racial wounds from the past heal.
Virginia Lieutenant Governor-elect Winsome Sears, a Republican, said during an interview that aired Sunday on Fox News that voters elected her for lieutenant governor because they are sick and tired of politicians who will not let racial wounds from the past heal.
 
North Carolina Rep. Jeff McNeely, R-Iredell, has filed a resolution that would urge the U.S. Congress to fight the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed rule forcing “the enhancement and standardization of climate-related disclosures for investors” in agriculture.
North Carolina Rep. Jeff McNeely, R-Iredell, has filed a resolution that would urge the U.S. Congress to fight the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed rule forcing “the enhancement and standardization of climate-related disclosures for investors” in agriculture.
 
Fans of Brad Pitt might be disappointed to hear the actor claim that he’s on his “last leg” when it comes to his acting career.
Fans of Brad Pitt might be disappointed to hear the actor claim that he’s on his “last leg” when it comes to his acting career.
 
The Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal used the 50th anniversary of the event to draw parallels with the events of January 6, 2020, with Carl Bernstein praising the work of the Democrats’ January 6 Committee and questioning the status of the Supreme Court.
The Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal used the 50th anniversary of the event to draw parallels with the events of January 6, 2020, with Carl Bernstein praising the work of the Democrats’ January 6 Committee and questioning the status of the Supreme Court.
 
Chinese dissident Ai Weiwei, a famed artist and activist, warned Americans during an interview that aired late last week that they are already under the control of an authoritarian state, they just don’t realize it yet.
Chinese dissident Ai Weiwei, a famed artist and activist, warned Americans during an interview that aired late last week that they are already under the control of an authoritarian state, they just don’t realize it yet.
 
Joe Biden is president. It's time to accept it. But this isn't the case in every reality. We sent one of our Babylon Bee investigative reporters across the multiverse, and he came back with great news from one universe where Trump got reelected.
Joe Biden is president. It's time to accept it. But this isn't the case in every reality. We sent one of our Babylon Bee investigative reporters across the multiverse, and he came back with great news from one universe where Trump got reelected.
 
The White House is still considering sending out gas rebate cards in an effort to help millions of Americans afford gas as they face high prices at the pump.
The White House is still considering sending out gas rebate cards in an effort to help millions of Americans afford gas as they face high prices at the pump.
 
A Massachusetts Catholic bishop who has denounced a local Catholic private school for flying the Black Lives Matter and gay pride flags has now prohibited it from identifying itself as a Catholic school and banned it from using the title “Catholic” to describe itself.
A Massachusetts Catholic bishop who has denounced a local Catholic private school for flying the Black Lives Matter and gay pride flags has now prohibited it from identifying itself as a Catholic school and banned it from using the title “Catholic” to describe itself.
 
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki was mocked on Sunday evening after she rushed to defend Vice President Kamala Harris following a CNN report that suggested that Harris’ allies in the White House are blaming President Joe Biden and the rest of the administration for her struggling in recent poll
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki was mocked on Sunday evening after she rushed to defend Vice President Kamala Harris following a CNN report that suggested that Harris’ allies in the White House are blaming President Joe Biden and the rest of the administration for her struggling in recent poll
 
After making it to the 198th trimester, Roe V. Wade has been aborted. Conceived all the way back on January 22, 1973, Roe V. Wade has been struck down after a decision was passed down today by the Supreme Court.
After making it to the 198th trimester, Roe V. Wade has been aborted. Conceived all the way back on January 22, 1973, Roe V. Wade has been struck down after a decision was passed down today by the Supreme Court.
 
World Wrestling Entertainment boss Vince McMahon has stepped down as CEO amid a scandal involving allegations he paid millions in hush money to keep an extramarital affair quiet.
World Wrestling Entertainment boss Vince McMahon has stepped down as CEO amid a scandal involving allegations he paid millions in hush money to keep an extramarital affair quiet.
 
MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle was slammed on Sunday after she claimed that it was a “dirty little secret” that people “have the money” to offset skyrocketing inflation rates because, according to her, people have been saving money and the stock market is good.
MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle was slammed on Sunday after she claimed that it was a “dirty little secret” that people “have the money” to offset skyrocketing inflation rates because, according to her, people have been saving money and the stock market is good.
 
The FBI is reportedly investigating a Florida woman who found Ashley Biden’s diary in a rental home and sold it to a Right-wing investigative group.
The FBI is reportedly investigating a Florida woman who found Ashley Biden’s diary in a rental home and sold it to a Right-wing investigative group.
 
Democrats have temporarily pushed pause on the January 6th hearings in order to lead an insurrection against the federal government.
Democrats have temporarily pushed pause on the January 6th hearings in order to lead an insurrection against the federal government.
 
U.S. allies are now aligning with China
 
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) slammed President Joe Biden during remarks Thursday morning for soaring inflation rates and surging gas prices, saying that Biden “has facilitated this” and that the administration knows they are responsible for it.
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) slammed President Joe Biden during remarks Thursday morning for soaring inflation rates and surging gas prices, saying that Biden “has facilitated this” and that the administration knows they are responsible for it.
 
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki’s attempts to defend President Joe Biden for not visiting the U.S.-Mexico border are reminiscent of Vice President Kamala Harris’ own attempts earlier this year to dismiss concerns that the administration had not seen first-hand the crisis at the border.
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki’s attempts to defend President Joe Biden for not visiting the U.S.-Mexico border are reminiscent of Vice President Kamala Harris’ own attempts earlier this year to dismiss concerns that the administration had not seen first-hand the crisis at the border.
 
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) dodged a direct question on Thursday regarding whether or not she agreed with two Popes’ assertions that abortion is murder.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) dodged a direct question on Thursday regarding whether or not she agreed with two Popes’ assertions that abortion is murder.
 
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