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Guatemala’s former president released on bond; leaves prison for first time since 2015
GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemala’s former President Otto Pérez Molina was released from prison — the first time since his resignation and arrest in 2015 — after posting bond of more than $10.3 million quetzales…
Mississippi Circuit Judge Buddy McDonald dead at 75
Claiborne “Buddy” McDonald IV, a judge who served on a circuit court in south-central Mississippi and was a longtime prosecutor in the area, has died. He was 75.McDonald died Monday at Forrest General Hospital after…
Colorado voters file response to Trump appeal
Colorado voters seeking to remove Donald Trump from their state’s ballot responded on Thursday to the former president’s appeal, asking the U.S. Supreme Court to disqualify him from appearing on the ballot for another term.”The…
Sudan paramilitary leader claims commitment to ceasefire
Sudanese paramilitary leader Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo said Thursday he was committed to a cease-fire to end the devastating war that has wrecked his country, even as fighting continues and there has been no progress…
Neo-Nazi podcasters sent to prison on terror charges for targeting Prince Harry and his young son
LONDON (AP) — A neo-Nazi podcaster who called for the deaths of Prince Harry and his young son received a prison sentence Thursday along with his co-host Thursday. The sentencing judge in London called the…
Prosecutor on Jack Smith team discouraged FBI from investigating Clinton Foundation in 2016
EXCLUSIVE: A top prosecutor on Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team discouraged the FBI from pursuing an investigation into the Clinton Foundation in 2016 due to what he viewed as negligible evidence, despite multiple Suspicious Activity…
Blaine Luetkemeyer becomes latest House Republican to announce retirement
A Missouri Republican has become the latest House GOP lawmaker to announce his retirement.Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo., announced Thursday he will not be seeking re-election in 2024.”It has been [an] honor to serve the great…
Trump team hits Haley over past comments declaring people shouldn’t call illegal immigrants ‘criminals’
A group allied with former President Donald Trump has set its sights on fellow Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley as she’s climbed in the polls, most recently hitting her over past comments in which she said…
Utah State Senator announces bid for Congress
FIRST ON FOX – Republican Utah state Sen. Mike Kennedy is launching a bid for Utah’s 3rd Congressional District to replace GOP incumbent John Curtis, who is running to replace Mitt Romney in the U.S….
Lukashenko signs law granting self criminal immunity for life
President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus signed a new law Thursday that gives him lifelong immunity from criminal prosecution and prevents opposition leaders living abroad from running in future presidential elections.The law theoretically applies to any…
GOP challenger to Sen. Bob Casey recounts IDF visit, deems Israel-Hamas war ‘test’ for American leadership
Dave McCormick, a Republican candidate vying to oust longtime Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., described to Fox News Digital his visit with IDF forces upon returning from a brief 36-hour trip on the ground in Israel,…
Adams wants lawmakers in other states to slap restrictions on migrant buses
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Thursday announced a lawsuit against more than a dozen charter bus and transportation companies involved in busing migrants to New York City, seeking hundreds of millions of dollars…
Migrants kidnapped near US-Mexico border were freed, not rescued, AMLO clarifies
Migrants from several countries abducted from a bus and held by armed men for days near Mexico’s border with Texas were released by their captors, not rescued as initially reported by authorities, President Andrés Manuel…
Stabbed Ugandan gay rights activist blames political rhetoric for attack
A well-known gay rights activist in Uganda who was stabbed by unknown assailants this week attributed the attack to what he described Thursday as a growing intolerance of the LGBTQ+ community fueled by politicians.The climate…
Trump targets Haley in New Hampshire during final weeks before primary
Former President Trump’s campaign launched an ad in New Hampshire attacking former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley on Thursday.The ad is the first time Trump has gone after Haley on New Hampshire airwaves, and it…
French report claims UK isn’t cooperating enough to curb migrant crossings
A French report has criticized insufficient coordination between the United Kingdom and France in reducing English Channel migrant crossings.The report notes that France is struggling to establish operational cooperation arrangements with the UK.Britain’s Home Office…
Georgia House special election to replace Barry Fleming set for February
A special election is scheduled for Feb. 13 to fill a vacancy in Georgia State House District 125, located near Augusta.Gov. Brian Kemp announced the election date to replace the seat formerly held by Republican…
Biden admin to throw ‘morale booster’ party amid renewed staff discontent: report
The White House is planning to throw a “morale booster” party amid renewed discontent among administration staff over its Israel policy, according to a new report.President Biden’s millionaire chief of staff, Jeff Zients, would throw…
ISIS claims responsibility for suicide bomb attacks on Solemani memorial in Iran
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) is claiming responsibility for the suicide bomb attacks in Iran this week, Fox News Digital has learned.ISIS claims to have orchestrated the double suicide bomber attack at…
Ramaswamy blasts WaPo reporter with viral response to question on condemning ‘white supremacy’: ‘Shame on you’
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy went viral on social media for his response to a reporter’s question asking him if he condemns “White supremacy and White nationalism.””Of course I condemn any form of vicious racial…
Endangered Missing Person Daniel Anderson from the 22nd District – Blotter
The Philadelphia Police Department needs the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing person. A 23-year-old Daniel Anderson was last seen on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., on the 29XX block of West…
Become an international traveler on a budget by visiting these 13 affordable destinations around the world
Traveling the world sounds expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Vacationing can quickly add up with expenses like airfare, luxury hotels, fancy dinners and expensive excursions.With the getaways in this guide, airfare is going…
Tracing the history of travel visas: Evolution and global impact
In today’s interconnected world, travel visas stand as pivotal gatekeepers, regulating and enabling international movement for individuals across diverse purposes. These official endorsements, issued by governments worldwide, serve as essential permits, delineating the scope and…
DeSantis campaign charges Haley insulted Iowans by saying New Hampshire voters will ‘correct’ caucus results
With just a week and a half to go until the Iowa caucuses kick off the Republican presidential nominating calendar, the war of words between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former ambassador to the United…
Wisconsin redistricting consultants to redraw legislative maps
Two consultants were hired to analyze new legislative boundary lines in Wisconsin after the state’s Supreme Court invalidated the existing Republican-drawn maps.Wisconsin, among over a dozen states, is facing challenges to redistricting maps following the…
New Mexico considers banning oil, gas production near schools
A bill introduced in New Mexico aims to prohibit oil and gas production near schools and day care centers.The proposed reforms, including setback requirements, are driven by concerns about protecting children from pollution.The bill, introduced…
Missing Juvenile Ashely Batts from the 35th District – Blotter
The Philadelphia Police Department needs the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old missing juvenile Ashely Batts. She was last seen Wednesday January 3, 2024, at 7:30am on the 52xx bock of N 9th St. She is…
