Author: Voxtrend News

Under federal rules, U.S. airlines are required to automatically issue you a refund — not vouchers — if they cancel your flight for any reason and you don’t rebook. So when that didn’t happen for Cathy Hruban, she contacted In Your Corner for help. With their grandkids now old enough to travel, Hruban said she and her family were set to fly on American Airlines from Philadelphia to Orlando, where they planned to catch a cruise. But their big trip ran into trouble before they ever got off the ground. “When we got [to the airport], we found out that…

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California lawmakers are weighing whether to ban a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called “forever chemicals,” in cookware. The move has pulled in celebrity chefs on one side and environmentalists, including actor Mark Ruffalo, on the other. The proposal, Senate Bill 682, would prohibit PFAS in cookware, cleaning products, dental floss, ski wax, food packaging and certain children’s products. The state Senate has already passed the bill and sent it to the state Assembly for consideration. Lawmakers face a Friday deadline to finalize the measure and send it to Gov. Gavin Newsom. It’s the latest move…

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University on Wednesday as he addressed a large crowd at an outdoor debate. Officials described it as a “targeted attack,” and it drew condemnation from both sides of the political aisle as authorities launched a massive search for the suspect. On Friday, officials announced they have a person in custody for the fatal shooting. They identified him as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, who resides in southern Utah. Kirk, who co-founded the right-wing advocacy group Turning Point USA, was 31. He is survived by his wife, Erika, and two young children. Here…

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What we know about the shooting of Charlie Kirk Law enforcement officials on Friday announced the arrest of 22-year-old Tyler Robinson for the shooting death of Charlie Kirk. Kirk, a conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. He was speaking to a large crowd at an outdoor “Prove Me Wrong” debate, where he invites students to challenge his political and cultural views. Authorities shared a video late Thursday of the suspect climbing down from a roof following the shooting, after sharing images throughout the day of…

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Ed Sheeran is trading heartbreak for happiness with the release of his eighth studio album, “Play,” a deliberate creative about-face that finds the Grammy winner embracing pure joy after battling through what he calls “the darkest periods” of his life. The 33-year-old singer-songwriter wrote his first album in nearly two years as “the polar opposite” of his previous release, “Subtract,” which chronicled heavy personal struggles that included his wife’s cancer diagnosis and his own mental health battles. “It’s quite a heavy album, all the interviews around it was heavy. All the gigs around it were heavy,” Sheeran told “CBS Mornings” co-host…

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Lawrence Fino, our beloved Senior Director, esteemed colleague, and dear friend. Mr. Fino passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, integrity, and compassion that will forever remain at the heart of C. Fino & Sons. What Happened Lawrence Fino, a longtime pillar of C. Fino & Sons, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy that has touched the hearts of colleagues, friends, and clients alike. Throughout his career, Lawrence’s leadership, work ethic, and compassion defined not only the success of the company but also the kind…

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It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Abbie Davidson, a cherished member of the SRGC community. Abbie’s recent passing has left a profound void, but his legacy of warmth, camaraderie, and dedication will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. What Happened Abbie Davidson, a long-time friend and loyal member of the SRGC, passed away recently, leaving behind an irreplaceable space in the community he served and loved so much. Known for his infectious spirit and kindness, Abbie’s involvement in the SRGC was a testament to his commitment to building…

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The Federal Trade Commission has started an inquiry into several social media and artificial intelligence companies, including OpenAI and Meta, about the potential harms to children and teenagers who use their chatbots as companions. On Thursday, the FTC said it has sent letters to Google parent Alphabet, Facebook and Instagram parent Meta Platforms, Snap, Character Technologies, ChatGPT maker OpenAI and xAI. The FTC said it wants to understand what steps, if any, companies have taken to evaluate the safety of their chatbots when acting as companions, to limit the products’ use by and potential negative effects on children and teens,…

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In an interview on “Fox and Friends” Friday morning, President Trump said he is no longer sending the National Guard to Chicago, saying instead that they’ll be deployed to Memphis, Tennessee. The White House has been sending mixed signals over whether they would be sending troops to Chicago for some time, even as immigration activity has ramped up under the banner of “Operation Midway Blitz.” On Tuesday, Mr. Trump appeared to already be backtracking on plans to send the guard to Chicago, saying he would be announcing he’d be sending troops to another city “very shortly.” He appeared to make…

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Randy Fyllesvold, a devoted husband, brother, and friend, who tragically left us too soon. Randy’s unexpected passing has left his family and community in deep sorrow, as his warmth, work ethic, and generosity touched the lives of all who knew him. What Happened Randy Fyllesvold of Antler, North Dakota, was a well-known and respected member of his community. He was recognized not only for his professional accomplishments but for his kind heart and unwavering support of those around him. Randy’s sudden passing has left a void in his…

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