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The bills that Congress reject are as informative as the ones it does. Reviews of all the legislation that meet their fate in government halls.
Powerball Jackpot Rockets Past $600 Million Ahead of Monday Night Drawing
Before the Monday night drawing, the Powerball jackpot surges past $600 million. Before Monday night's drawing, the Powerball jackpot has increased to an eye-popping $655 million, making it the largest prize of the year thus far and one of the largest in recent history. Since the last grand prize win on May 31st, when a lucky ticket holder in California won the top prize, the jackpot has grown steadily. Since then, no player has been successful in matching all six numbers, and the jackpot has rolled over thirty times in a row. This long streak without a winner has fueled anticipation and ticket sales nationwide, as millions of hopefuls line up for their shot at fortune.
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
Trump–Putin Alaska Summit: A Meeting of Optics Over Substance? . AI-Generated.
By Lee Gachuhi – Journalist and Media Personality When former U.S. President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska this week, the world braced for a breakthrough. Supporters of both men painted the summit as a historic step that could shift the course of the war in Ukraine.
By Lee Gachuhi5 months ago in The Swamp
Taylor Swift's Podcast Breakthrough
For years, Taylor swifts has been known as a superstar who carefully controls her image. From the secret Easter eggs in her music videos to her famously candid interviews, she's often chosen mystery over casual exposure. But in 2025, Swift surprised the world with something different: a raw, two-hour conversation on New Heights, a podcast hosted by Travis Kelis and Jason Kelis.
By Echoes of Life5 months ago in The Swamp
Pixel 9 Pro Fold Slashed by $600 Ahead of Pixel 10 Launch
Prior to the launch of the Pixel 10, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold received a price cut of around $600. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has just received a significant price reduction of 600 dollars, amidst the growing anticipation for Google's next generation of foldable devices. The phone, which had a starting price of $1,799 for the 256 GB model, is now available at major retailers for just $1,199. This is the lowest price since the Pixel 10 was first released, and it comes just a few days before Google's upcoming event, where the Pixel 10 lineup, including the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, is expected to be unveiled. This timing is not random. This kind of price drop is a common tactic used by manufacturers to get rid of old models and make room for new ones. This presents buyers with a one-of-a-kind opportunity: a premium, cutting-edge foldable smartphone at a significantly reduced price. What distinguishes the Pixel 9 Pro Fold? Launched in August 2024, the device represented a bold evolution in Google’s foldable strategy. It improved both displays while building on the foundation laid by the first Pixel Fold. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is one of the thinnest foldables available, measuring just 5.1 millimeters thick when opened. This makes it easier to carry and more comfortable to use. A 6.3-inch external screen and a larger 8-inch internal Super Actua Flex screen are the two high-quality displays on the phone. Both have refresh rates of 120 hertz, ensuring smooth scrolling and excellent gaming performance. The device has a high-end feel thanks to its polished and sleek design, which puts it in good company with foldables from Samsung and other brands. The phone is powered by Google's Tensor G4 processor and has 16 gigabytes of RAM. Fast multitasking, dependable performance, and strong integration with Google's AI features are all guaranteed by this. Users have access to storage capacities of 256 GB and 512 GB, providing ample space for media, apps, and productivity tools. The camera system is another highlight. It includes a 48 megapixel wide lens, a 10.5 megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 10.8 megapixel telephoto lens offering 5 times optical zoom and up to 20 times digital Super Res Zoom. While reviewers praised the setup overall, some noted that it still fell slightly short of the excellent imaging offered by the non-folding Pixel 9 Pro. In particular, low-light photography and telephoto shots left room for improvement.
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
Spain at 'extreme risk' of new wildfires as 14 blazes spread
Authorities in Spain have issued a warning that large portions of the country are at “extreme risk” as a result of soaring temperatures, strong winds, and prolonged drought conditions combining to create a hazardous environment. As a result, Spain is once again facing the devastating threat of wildfires. Officials have confirmed that 14 separate fires are currently burning, putting a strain on resources and necessitating emergency services to fight fires in multiple locations. The fires, which have already destroyed thousands of hectares, emphasize Spain's increasing difficulty in dealing with climate-driven natural disasters. Numerous provinces have been issued red alerts by meteorological agencies, stressing that the perfect tinderbox of heatwaves and dry vegetation exists. Temperatures have frequently surpassed 40 degrees Celsius in parts of Andalusia, Extremadura, and Catalonia, well above seasonal averages. Because even a small spark can spread uncontrollably in a matter of minutes, these conditions make forests, farmland, and rural communities extremely vulnerable. The wind has been blowing at speeds that make it possible for fires to leap over roads, rivers, and other natural barriers in many places, making efforts to contain them more difficult. The most severe fires, according to authorities, are raging in Galicia, Valencia, and Aragón. A thick layer of smoke has engulfed entire towns in Galicia, necessitating the evacuation of hundreds of residents. In order to strengthen operations, additional firefighters from nearby provinces have been brought in to work night and day. Meanwhile, in Valencia, flames have already devoured extensive areas of pine forest, with local mayors calling the destruction unprecedented in recent years. Aragón has also seen rapid fire spread in rugged terrain, making it difficult for ground crews to reach the heart of the fires.
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
The Shadow Over Main Street: Why Sunshine Firecracker's Fight for Transparency in Ephrata, Pennsylvania Is a Fight for America's Soul
By Sunshine Firecracker Every small town has a postcard image it sells to the world. Here in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, it’s the idyllic charm of Main Street, the echoes of history in the Cloister, the feeling of a community stitched together by Friday night football games and summer street fairs. It’s the America I still believe in.
By Sunshine Firecracker5 months ago in The Swamp
Is Your Town Hall Breaking the Law? A Citizen's Guide to Official Oppression in Pennsylvania
By Sunshine Firecracker Have you ever walked up to a microphone at a public meeting, heart pounding, ready to ask a legitimate question, only to be dismissed, ignored, or told “that’s not how we do things here”?
By Sunshine Firecracker5 months ago in The Swamp
Crypto Firm Bullish Rockets 84% in Blockbuster IPO Debut
Crypto Firm Bullish Rockets 84% in Blockbuster IPO Debut On its first day of trading, cryptocurrency exchange Bullish raised a remarkable 1.1 billion dollars, a stunning display of investor enthusiasm as it surged 84% above its initial public offering price. One of the most successful public listings for a crypto-linked company in recent memory, this performance hints at investors' renewed interest in digital asset exposure. Bullish priced its debut at 37 dollars per share, exceeding earlier guidance of 28 to 33 dollars. The offering consisted of 30 million shares, raising approximately 1.11 billion dollars in proceeds and placing the company’s initial valuation around 5.4 billion dollars. On debut day, shares opened near 90 dollars, soared to an intraday high of 118 dollars, and settled at 68 dollars, still representing a robust 84% premium over the IPO price.
By GLOBAL NEWS5 months ago in The Swamp
How America’s Human Rights Report Was Rewritten for Politics
Did you know that this year’s U.S. human rights report is on average one-third the length of previous editions—omitting discussions of LGBTQ+ and women’s rights entirely?" This sharp reduction isn’t just a trimming of pages—it signals a seismic shift in U.S. foreign policy and global moral clarity.In August 2025, the U.S. State Department released its 2024 Human Rights Report after months of delay—and the nerve of it has sparked outrage. The newly published report is dramatically shorter, stripping away accountability and downplaying egregious abuses across several countries. But why did this happen, and what does it reveal?
By Soul Pages5 months ago in The Swamp
On Federalist No. 10
The real failure is not only in the politicians who twist the maps but in the citizens who refuse to learn how the game is played. You carry the internet in your pocket, yet too many choose to marinate in echo chambers, waving red or blue flags while ignoring the machinery of power grinding them down. That is how you end up as a pawn in the salamander chess match between donkeys and elephants. It is exactly the environment in which Madison’s warning in Federalist No. 10 has come true.
By Mike Barvosa5 months ago in The Swamp
