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El Salvador Moves Toward Indefinite Presidential Reelection In a significant development, El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has approved constitutional changes that will enable the indefinite reelection of presidents. This decision comes under President Nayib Bukele’s administration, which has been a focal point of national debate. On Thursday, the assembly members from Bukele’s party, New Ideas, along with their allies, passed the amendments. Lawmaker Ana Figueroa introduced the proposals, which not only aim to allow endless presidential terms but also suggest increasing the length of those terms from five to six years. Importantly, the second round of elections, where the two leading…

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has announced the return of the Presidential Fitness Test, a program designed to evaluate the health and athletic abilities of American schoolchildren. This initiative, which includes activities like the 1-mile run, sit-ups, and flexibility exercises, had been a staple in public schools since its inception in 1966, but was discontinued during President Obama’s administration. “This is a great tradition, and we’re bringing it back,” Trump stated during a signing event for an executive order that also reenthuses a national sports council. This council includes both current and former athletes, making it a direct reflection of…

Gloria Estefan to Narrate Sonia Sotomayor’s Children’s Book Gloria Estefan, the renowned singer, is set to lend her voice to the audiobook of Sonia Sotomayor’s upcoming children’s book, Just Shine! How to Be a Better You. This exciting project will be available in both English and Spanish editions. Sotomayor, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, was inspired to write this book by her late mother, Celina Báez. The story revolves around a young girl from Puerto Rico, who discovers her unique ability to help those around her shine. It aims to encourage children to recognize their inner light and…

New Legislation Holds Sanctuary City Mayors Accountable for Crimes by Illegal Immigrants A House lawmaker is advocating for a new measure aimed at making mayors of sanctuary cities responsible for the actions of illegal immigrants who commit serious crimes, including murder, within their areas. Representative Buddy Carter from Georgia plans to introduce the Establishing Responsibility for Illegals’ Crimes and Adding Deterrence and Accountability for Mayors’ Sanctuary Cities Act, commonly called the ERIC ADAMS Act. If enacted, this bill would allow for criminal charges against mayors of sanctuary cities if illegal immigrants under their jurisdiction are found guilty of murder. This…

Reality Star Faces Murder Charges Following Gruesome Discovery In a shocking case from Port Lincoln, South Australia, Tamika Chesser, a former contestant on Beauty and the Geek Australia, has been accused of murdering her partner, Julian Story. The investigation escalated after Story’s dismembered body was discovered in their apartment earlier this June, without his head. Authorities received a call about a small fire in the area, which led them to the gruesome scene. The police confirmed that Story’s body had been severely mutilated, and his head was missing despite ongoing efforts to locate it. In a significant development, police announced…

A federal judge has turned down a significant request from major asset management firms, including BlackRock, to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Texas and 12 other Republican-led states. This lawsuit accuses these companies of violating antitrust laws through their climate advocacy efforts, which allegedly led to a decline in coal production and increased energy costs. U.S. District Judge Jeremy Kernodle, appointed by former President Trump, permitted most of the lawsuit to proceed, only dismissing three out of the 21 claims filed by the states. This lawsuit is part of a growing movement aimed at challenging investment strategies linked to environmental,…

Archaeologists Discover Pre-Incan Tombs in Lima In Lima, Peru, utility workers digging trenches for a gas line made a significant discovery on Thursday: two ancient pre-Incan tombs. While one of the tombs was empty, the other contained the well-preserved remains of an individual who lived around 1,000 years ago. Alongside the remains, four clay pots and three artifacts made from pumpkin shells were also uncovered. Cálidda, the gas distribution company responsible for the excavation, has encountered numerous archaeological finds over the years. During more than 20 years of work, they report making over 2,200 discoveries and continuing to build an…

Celebrity chef Paula Deen has announced the closure of The Lady & Sons, her iconic Savannah restaurant, ending a 36-year run. The restaurant, located on Congress Street, was the last of Deen’s restaurants in Georgia. Along with The Lady & Sons, her other establishment, The Chicken Box on West Saint Julian Street, has also closed its doors. What Happened Deen, alongside her sons Jamie and Bobby, shared the news in a heartfelt post, revealing that July 31st would be the last day of service for both restaurants. The post expressed deep gratitude for the customers who supported the restaurants over…

The opening of the FBI’s first standalone office in New Zealand has caused diplomatic discomfort, with FBI Director Kash Patel’s comments linking the office’s mission to countering China’s influence in the South Pacific, drawing reactions from both New Zealand officials and China. What Happened On Thursday, Patel visited Wellington to open the new FBI office, which will operate with oversight from the US and align with the agency’s presence in other Five Eyes intelligence-sharing nations: the UK, the US, Canada, and Australia. Patel stated that the new office’s role would be to counter the influence of China’s Communist Party in…

A Pakistani court on Thursday sentenced 108 members of former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), to prison for their role in nationwide protests that took place in May 2023. The demonstrations were sparked by Khan’s arrest, which led to violent clashes and unrest across the country. What Happened The court handed down significant sentences, including a 10-year prison term for Omar Ayub Khan, a senior PTI leader and the official opposition leader. Despite not participating in the protests, Khan was convicted by Pakistan’s anti-terrorism court of aiding violence and conspiring to incite riots and arson during the…