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Trump returning to Texas for a high-stakes push to keep the state in Republican hands
President Donald Trump will campaign in Texas to support Republican Ken Paxton in the upcoming midterm elections. This effort is aimed at maintaining Republican dominance in a state where Democrats have struggled for decades. Trump will be joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, showcasing a newly arrived Venezuelan oil tanker. Meanwhile, Democrat James Talarico seeks to capitalise on the political environment and Paxton’s challenges.
Tyson Foods closes beef plants in Joslin, Illinois and Utah, lays off over 3,200 workers as historic US cattle shortage hits meat giant hard
Tyson Foods is closing its beef plants in Joslin, Illinois, and Eagle Mountain, Utah, affecting more than 3,200 workers as a historic US cattle shortage squeezes the meat industry. The company is restructuring its beef operations amid record cattle prices and tight supplies. With these changes, the company will ramp back up a second shift at its Amarillo, Texas facility as cattle become available.
Why Americans are leasing fewer cars
Vehicle leasing has significantly declined in the United States recently. Automakers are now offering less attractive lease rates to buyers. This shift has contributed to a broader affordability crunch for car shoppers. The drop in leasing also reduced the supply of used vehicles. Consequently, prices for pre-owned cars have increased substantially.
Fermi stock drops sharply after CEO and CFO departures
U.S. power startup Fermi's shares plummeted 23% after CEO Toby Neugebauer and CFO Miles Everson abruptly departed. Short seller Fuzzy Panda Research alleged fraudulent transfers by Neugebauer and other executives. Despite leadership changes, the company reiterated its operational plan for "Project Matador," an AI-focused electricity generation site.
Tyson Foods closing Lexington beef plant, cutting amarillo shift amid big losses
Tyson Foods is closing its beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, and cutting a shift in Amarillo, Texas. The company faces big losses as U.S. cattle numbers drop. Thousands of workers will be affected. Tyson plans to boost production at other plants. The closures may impact local communities and beef supply, keeping prices high for consumers.
Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least five people
A powerful storm system causing tornadoes, dust storms, and wildfires has moved across the U.S., resulting in deaths and significant damage. The extreme weather has affected millions, with high winds and blizzard conditions expected to continue in various regions. Several states have issued evacuations due to the ongoing threats.
American 'monster storm' ravages parts of US, kills 5; deadly tornadoes, blizzard, wildfires threats loom
National Weather Service issued multiple tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings early Saturday morning for areas in Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, Illinois, Indiana and Texas.
Tornado thread moves to southern US as big storm unleashes winds, wildfires
A massive storm system in the US is causing severe weather in the Mississippi Valley and Deep South, with tornadoes, strong winds, and wildfires. Areas from the Canadian border to Texas are affected, with high-risk regions in Mississippi and Alabama. Dangerous conditions have resulted in fatalities and extensive damage, with more severe weather predicted over the weekend.
Donald Trump administration’s flip-flop on nuclear workforce raises safety fears: Fires 350 workers, then rehires most of them
The abrupt dismissal and reinstatement of 350 nuclear security staff have sparked concerns over lost expertise and national security risks. Critics call the move reckless, warning of instability amid global tensions.
500 serial killers being tracked by the FBI; What is common between them and why is this a serious issue?
The FBI is pursuing serial killers who are truck drivers and who have been accused of committing serial murders, often in a brutal manner. The process is slow but yielding results.
Girl who went missing in 2010, now found alive after almost 13 years
A girl named of Jessica Delgadillo was missing since October, 2010, according to her parents, since 2010, after failing to return from school back then. Her disappearance, that too in public, has been a mystery for more than a decade.
US judge suspends approval of mifepristone in latest abortion setback
Kacsmaryk's ruling is a preliminary injunction that would essentially ban sales of mifepristone while the case by anti-abortion groups before him continues. The judge, who was appointed to the bench by Republican President Donald Trump, has not yet made a final ruling on the merits of the challenge. However, in his ruling he found that the lawsuit is substantially likely to succeed. He said that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration had ignored risks in approving the drug.
Kathy Whitworth: First woman golfer to earn $1 million dies at 83
Kathy Whitworth, America's most decorated professional golfer, died at the age of 83, according to the Ladies Professional Golf Association. Throughout her career, Whitworth won 88 professional tournaments, including six major championships.
Four US citizens leave Afghanistan overland, first departures since pullout
Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken along with Secretary of Defence Lloyd J Austin on Monday met Emir of Qatari Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thin Doha.
Many out of the thousands Afghan refugees expected to resettle in US' state of Texas: Official
An anticipated at least 30,000 Afghans could be resettled in the US in the coming weeks as they desperately flee Taliban control. Many Afghan refugees will be placed in Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and Austin cities of Texas.
It's the time to taco! Globe-trotting Bengalureans bring Latin American food home
Nikkei salmon and sashimi, ceviche and tamale are some of the colourful South American staples finding attention.
These 6 museums are a delight even for your palate
Want a new reason to visit museums? These are the six best spots at museums around the world that go beyond cafeteria-style dining.
After F-16 fighter jets, US to sell nine AH-1Z Viper helicopters to Pakistan
The Pentagon has awarded Bell Helicopter a contract to manufacture and deliver the choppers to Pakistan under its foreign military sales funds.
Zydus Cadila to market Maxisal in India, Nepal: US firm
US-based Amarillo Bio-sciences Inc (ABI) today said Indian pharmaceutical major Zydus Cadila will be marketing its dietary supplement Maxisal domestically and also in Nepal
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