Day: December 29, 2023

China names new defense minister, replacing former official who disappeared

4:36 pm December 29, 2023

The People’s Republic of China announced the appointment of a new defense minister on Friday, filling the gap left by his predecessor’s termination. Former naval commander Dong Jun was selected for the position, which is generally a ceremonial role. Unlike in most countries, the defense minister of China is not in command of the nation’s […]

Father of seven killed in Las Vegas carjacking chase two days after Christmas

4:13 pm December 29, 2023

A suspect shot his mother in Las Vegas two days after Christmas and then went on to lead police on a wild car chase where he stole a police vehicle, carjacked multiple people at gunpoint before shooting dead a father of seven who was on his way to work, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan […]

Alabama group pushes for medical marijuana program launch in 2024 despite legal hurdles

4:12 pm December 29, 2023

Members of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission said Thursday they are aiming to get the state’s medical marijuana program underway in 2024 after a series of delays and legal disputes. Commissioners voted 7-2 for a motion declaring they have no plans to pause license awards despite ongoing lawsuits and appeals from losing companies. Supporters said […]

Families debate when the Christmas tree and decorations should be taken down

4:10 pm December 29, 2023

Families are debating how long to leave up Christmas decorations on TikTok, according to a recent “Good Morning America” segment. Taking down the Christmas tree and decorations soon after Christmas Day is a must-do for some families. “[It] just gives us more space, I can have my home back,” Tori Breen, a mother of two, […]

Ohio governor vetoes bill banning gender-reassignment treatment, trans participation in women’s sports

4:09 pm December 29, 2023

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill that would have banned gender-reassignment treatment for minors and blocked transgender women and girls from participating in female sports leagues in Ohio on Friday. The Save Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act, which passed Ohio’s GOP-dominated state legislature this month, was shot down by DeWine who said he could […]