The US Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday issued a critical report detailing alleged human rights violations within Georgia’s prison system. Following an investigation, the DOJ found that conditions in the state’s prisons violate the Eighth Amendment of the US Constitution, which protects against cruel and unusual punishment. This report draws attention to Georgia’s failure…
Flyers who don’t want to deal with the hassle of long security lines can now use the Transportation Security Administration’s expedited screening program at even more airports across the U.S. and U.S. territories. The TSA added these two airlines to its TSA PreCheck program Tuesday: Caribbean Airlines Red Air This means 104 airlines now participate…
Every month, we feature MyFitnessPal success stories to serve as weight loss inspiration as you embark on your own journey. Name: Christa Scott FioresiAge: 53Location: Atlanta, GeorgiaUser since: February 2020Most useful takeaway: I feel liberated. My journey is less about vanity and more about long-term health, focusing on living independently and maintaining mobility later in…
At-home diagnostics company LetsGetChecked announced it has finalized its acquisition of digital pharmacy and telehealth startup Truepill. LetsGetChecked offers at-home tests for sexual health, diabetes, thyroid, cholesterol and COVID-19, while TruePill is an online digital pharmacy. The acquisition expands LetsGetChecked pharmacy and technology offerings, allowing for a more extended period of coverage, from health testing…
The Bangkok Criminal Court ordered the extradition of a convicted political activist to Vietnam on Monday. Human rights groups, who criticized the move as “transnational repression”, warned that he likely faces threats to his life in Vietnam, which would render the extradition illegal under the principle of non-refoulement. Y Quynh Bdap is currently imprisoned in…
United Airlines travelers who wear one of the newest Apple Watches will have one less excuse for missing their flight. The Chicago-based airline announced this week that it’s adding support for Live Activities on the Apple Watch. This feature allows travelers to conveniently access flight information — such as live boarding times, gate assignments and…
Coinspeaker Cardano Investors Continue to Be Hopeful despite 11% ADA Price Drop Amid the broader market correction, Cardano’s native cryptocurrency ADA ADA $0.35 24h volatility: 2.1% Market cap: $12.40 B Vol. 24h: $450.32 M is also facing strong selling pressure. As of press time, the ADA price is trading down by 6.46% at $0.3498 with…
Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Tesla — Shares declined about 4% after the electric vehicle company fell short of third-quarter delivery estimates . Deliveries came in at 462,890, versus a FactSet estimate of 463,310. Nike — The athletic apparel and footwear stock lost 6% after Nike withdrew its full-year guidance and…
A coalition of human rights organizations on Wednesday called on United Nations member states to refrain from voting for Saudi Arabia in the upcoming Human Rights Council election, scheduled for October 9. The joint appeal was led by groups such as Human Rights Watch (HRW) and the International Service for Human Rights. They have cited…
Breeze Airways is bolstering its service in Florida this winter. The Utah-based low-cost carrier, which commenced service in 2021, unveiled its latest expansion Tuesday, with four new routes to the Sunshine State. Between December and February, Breeze will expand its footprint at Orlando International Airport (MCO) with three new routes — each from smaller U.S….
