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A former personal assistant to Amber Heard testified in court Thursday that the actress was verbally abusive and underpaid her while she worked for Heard from 2012-2015.
A former personal assistant to Amber Heard testified in court Thursday that the actress was verbally abusive and underpaid her while she worked for Heard from 2012-2015.
 
A transgender psychologist, who also personally identifies as transgender, has admitted that the surge in children who identify as their opposite sex is alarming, blaming quarantine and social media, in part.
A transgender psychologist, who also personally identifies as transgender, has admitted that the surge in children who identify as their opposite sex is alarming, blaming quarantine and social media, in part.
 
The White House grounds have entered a lockdown following the sighting of a senile old man wandering around waving a gun and making outlandish demands.
The White House grounds have entered a lockdown following the sighting of a senile old man wandering around waving a gun and making outlandish demands.
 
On July 4, 2020, neighbors in San Francisco’s Bayview District were watching a fireworks show. Gunfire broke out nearby, and a bullet struck 6-year-old Jace Young.
On July 4, 2020, neighbors in San Francisco’s Bayview District were watching a fireworks show. Gunfire broke out nearby, and a bullet struck 6-year-old Jace Young.
 
Some numbers on the attempt by progressives to defeat Madison Cawthorn in the Republican primary
Some numbers on the attempt by progressives to defeat Madison Cawthorn in the Republican primary
 
From establishing Constitution restoration training to having media sanctioned by a media accountability ombudsman, Republican primary candidates for North Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District are stumping on a wide range of policy ideas ahead of the May 17 primary election.
From establishing Constitution restoration training to having media sanctioned by a media accountability ombudsman, Republican primary candidates for North Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District are stumping on a wide range of policy ideas ahead of the May 17 primary election.
 
On Thursday, the Moskva, Russia’s Black Sea flagship, sank after an explosion, raising fears that the ship may have harbored nuclear warheads, a so-called “broken-arrow” incident.
On Thursday, the Moskva, Russia’s Black Sea flagship, sank after an explosion, raising fears that the ship may have harbored nuclear warheads, a so-called “broken-arrow” incident.
 
US Constitution allows state to act when feds do not if state invaded
US Constitution allows state to act when feds do not if state invaded
 
A recent YouGov survey finds that a solid majority of Republicans distrust every source other than Fox News, and even Fox barely breaks the 50% level. Democrats, on the other hand, seem to think most media outlets are pretty trustworthy.
A recent YouGov survey finds that a solid majority of Republicans distrust every source other than Fox News, and even Fox barely breaks the 50% level. Democrats, on the other hand, seem to think most media outlets are pretty trustworthy.
 
On Thursday, El Shafee Elsheikh, accused of being one of the infamous ISIS “Beatles,” was found guilty for his role in the murder of four American hostages, three people from Great Britain and two Japanese citizens. The jury took less than five hours to reach a verdict after the two-week trial.
On Thursday, El Shafee Elsheikh, accused of being one of the infamous ISIS “Beatles,” was found guilty for his role in the murder of four American hostages, three people from Great Britain and two Japanese citizens. The jury took less than five hours to reach a verdict after the two-week trial.
 
The woman who allegedly murdered her lover and left his severed head in a bucket has been deemed competent to stand trial, according to the judge in the case.
The woman who allegedly murdered her lover and left his severed head in a bucket has been deemed competent to stand trial, according to the judge in the case.
 
Zookeepers across the nation are reportedly scrambling to vaccinate all reptiles in captivity following the announcement that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19.
Zookeepers across the nation are reportedly scrambling to vaccinate all reptiles in captivity following the announcement that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19.
 
Dr. Anthony Fauci called for the immediate firing of Fox News’ Jesse Watters over comments the host made at a Turning Point USA political conference this week.
Dr. Anthony Fauci called for the immediate firing of Fox News’ Jesse Watters over comments the host made at a Turning Point USA political conference this week.
 
The man suspected of shooting 10 people and causing the injuries of at least 19 more apparently called police to tell them where he was.
The man suspected of shooting 10 people and causing the injuries of at least 19 more apparently called police to tell them where he was.
 
China has locked down tens of millions of its citizens, forbidding them from even leaving homes or apartments, which is leading to starvation and poverty. Still, President Xi Jinping is undeterred, saying these measures are necessary to maintain their stellar COVID record of zero deaths.
China has locked down tens of millions of its citizens, forbidding them from even leaving homes or apartments, which is leading to starvation and poverty. Still, President Xi Jinping is undeterred, saying these measures are necessary to maintain their stellar COVID record of zero deaths.
 
Former Democratic donor Ed Buck was sentenced on Thursday to 30 years in federal prison for the deaths of two black men who overdosed while in his home.
Former Democratic donor Ed Buck was sentenced on Thursday to 30 years in federal prison for the deaths of two black men who overdosed while in his home.
 
Fishing, farming and forestry have historic foundations in our state. We also have a history of migration, moving from easternmost to increasingly westward locations.
Fishing, farming and forestry have historic foundations in our state. We also have a history of migration, moving from easternmost to increasingly westward locations.
 
State Treasurer Dale Folwell is drawing attention to North Carolina’s No. 2 ranking in a new assessment of states’ economic outlook. The Tar Heel State trails only Utah in the ranking from the American Legislative Exchange Council.
State Treasurer Dale Folwell is drawing attention to North Carolina’s No. 2 ranking in a new assessment of states’ economic outlook. The Tar Heel State trails only Utah in the ranking from the American Legislative Exchange Council.
 
Far-left Texas Democrat gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke, who has previously called for tearing down existing sections of border wall on the U.S.-Mexico border, slammed Democrat President Joe Biden in an interview for his handling of the border crisis that has erupted under his administration.
Far-left Texas Democrat gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke, who has previously called for tearing down existing sections of border wall on the U.S.-Mexico border, slammed Democrat President Joe Biden in an interview for his handling of the border crisis that has erupted under his administration.
 
In a televised address to 1.4 billion beloved citizens caged in their own homes in the name of health, Chairman Xi Jinping introduced the Chinese Communist Party’s new Head of COVID Policy, Dr. Anthon-Yong Fauching.
In a televised address to 1.4 billion beloved citizens caged in their own homes in the name of health, Chairman Xi Jinping introduced the Chinese Communist Party’s new Head of COVID Policy, Dr. Anthon-Yong Fauching.
 
Twitter on Thursday issued a press release addressing the news that billionaire Tesla founder Elon Musk has indeed offered a bid to buy the platform in cash and take it private.
Twitter on Thursday issued a press release addressing the news that billionaire Tesla founder Elon Musk has indeed offered a bid to buy the platform in cash and take it private.
 
Far-left Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) on Tuesday posted a photo of her glaring at Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) during a past State of the Union address, commenting that she doesn’t have an “obligation” to “smile” at people doing “hurtful things,” apparently referring to Manchin.
Far-left Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) on Tuesday posted a photo of her glaring at Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) during a past State of the Union address, commenting that she doesn’t have an “obligation” to “smile” at people doing “hurtful things,” apparently referring to Manchin.
 
Congresswoman AOC has recently drafted strong legislation designed to unilaterally ban ghost guns. She claims the legislation is needed since ghosts are dead already and don't actually need guns anymore.
Congresswoman AOC has recently drafted strong legislation designed to unilaterally ban ghost guns. She claims the legislation is needed since ghosts are dead already and don't actually need guns anymore.
 
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) announced Wednesday that he’s reached an agreement with the governor of the Mexican state of Nuevo León to secure part of the Texas-Mexico border.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) announced Wednesday that he’s reached an agreement with the governor of the Mexican state of Nuevo León to secure part of the Texas-Mexico border.
 
Local man Dan Boats is being placed under church discipline after several reports of him wearing cargo shorts in public—a practice guaranteed to cause women who see them to stumble into sinful lust.
Local man Dan Boats is being placed under church discipline after several reports of him wearing cargo shorts in public—a practice guaranteed to cause women who see them to stumble into sinful lust.
 
“That’s why it’s just very disturbing. I just didn’t understand the situation.”
“That’s why it’s just very disturbing. I just didn’t understand the situation.”
 
This week, the Professional Educator Preparation and Standards Commission (PEPSC), a commission created by legislation in 2017 to advise the State Board of Education on establishing high standards for educators, presented a comprehensive teacher pay proposal
This week, the Professional Educator Preparation and Standards Commission (PEPSC), a commission created by legislation in 2017 to advise the State Board of Education on establishing high standards for educators, presented a comprehensive teacher pay proposal
 
Roughly 13 hours after a man fired numerous gun shots inside an “N” line subway car at a New York City subway station causing serious injuries to 10 people on Tuesday, the Twitter account of the New York City’s Mayors Office posted a video of a subway arriving at a station
Roughly 13 hours after a man fired numerous gun shots inside an “N” line subway car at a New York City subway station causing serious injuries to 10 people on Tuesday, the Twitter account of the New York City’s Mayors Office posted a video of a subway arriving at a station
 
BLM leaders are calling for more nationwide protests this summer after discovering a fantastic home on Malibu Beach that they should easily afford if they begin riling people up now.
BLM leaders are calling for more nationwide protests this summer after discovering a fantastic home on Malibu Beach that they should easily afford if they begin riling people up now.
 
A historic World War II Fletcher-class destroyer is sinking in Buffalo, New York, following some sort of major breach of the ship’s hull on Wednesday, and officials are still not exactly sure what happened.
A historic World War II Fletcher-class destroyer is sinking in Buffalo, New York, following some sort of major breach of the ship’s hull on Wednesday, and officials are still not exactly sure what happened.
 
A new filing from N.C. legislative leaders asks the state Supreme Court to steer clear of a case involving voting rights for felons. A courtroom victory for the felons could add 56,000 people to the state’s voting rolls.
A new filing from N.C. legislative leaders asks the state Supreme Court to steer clear of a case involving voting rights for felons. A courtroom victory for the felons could add 56,000 people to the state’s voting rolls.
 
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