Newsom’s attempt to tax gun owners in California is coming under fire, as the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced a lawsuit to prevent the enforcement of the state’s new 11% excise tax on firearms and ammunition. The lawsuit, filed in San Diego County Superior Court, argues that the tax violates the Second Amendment. Brandon Combs,…
In a significant move towards enhancing firearm transaction transparency, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill No. 1587, which takes effect today. This new legislation mandates the categorization of firearm and ammunition purchases under a specific merchant category code, making it easier for the state to track these transactions made through credit cards. The…
PORTLAND, Ore. An intense fire broke out on Interstate 5 near Portland early this week involving a trailer full of propane tanks. The flames caused a series of explosions, leading many to wonder what happened to the truck driver. Here’s a breakdown of the incident and the response that followed. According to Portland police and…
In 2021, the United States witnessed a grim milestone with 48,830 gun-related deaths, underscoring stark disparities influenced by gun ownership rates, political ideologies, and demographic factors. States like Mississippi, Louisiana, New Mexico, Alabama, and Wyoming recorded the highest rates of gun deaths, each surpassing 25 deaths per 100,000 people. Mississippi topped the list with 33.9…
A sweltering heatwave is gripping the south-western US, prompting excessive-heat warnings across Arizona, Nevada, and California. Over 36 million people are bracing for potentially life-threatening temperatures, with some areas expecting highs 30F above normal. Experts fear this heatwave could mark the beginning of another record-breaking season, surpassing 2023 as the hottest year globally. The National…
A 12-fight UFC 302 card in Newark, New Jersey, was headlined by a thrilling title fight between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier. The co-main event saw Sean Strickland showcase his prowess as one of the top middleweights in the sport. With the event concluded, questions arise about what lies ahead for the top stars. Makhachev…
Electric vehicles (EVs) have often been hailed as the solution to environmental concerns surrounding transportation. However, a closer examination reveals several compelling reasons why they should be banned altogether. Firstly, despite claims of being eco-friendly, the production of EV batteries involves extensive mining for rare earth metals, leading to environmental degradation and human rights abuses…
Elon Musk’s stance on encouraging people to “have more children” certainly cannot label him a hypocrite, given that he himself is the father of 11 children with three different women. Two of his children are with Shivon Zilis, an executive at one of his companies, Neuralink. Zilis has clarified that she and Musk never dated;…
In the flurry of tech migration from California to Texas in 2020, Austin emerged as a burgeoning tech hub, buoyed by significant moves from Oracle and Tesla. Oracle relocated its headquarters to Austin, while Tesla began construction of a massive Cybertruck factory in the area, both bolstered by tax incentives and state support. These developments…
Tennessee House Republicans passed a bill on Tuesday that would allow some teachers and staff to carry concealed handguns in public schools despite intense opposition from Democrats, students, gun-reform advocates, and parents of school shooting survivors. The legislation, which easily sailed through the House on a 68-28 vote, is now headed to Republican Governor Bill…
