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Bomb Threat Forces Partial Evacuation at DC Hotel Amid Political Summit
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A threatening email targeting a Washington, DC hotel prompted an emergency response from law enforcement Sunday afternoon. DC Police confirmed the threat but provided limited details about the nature of the email. The JW Marriott Hotel, located on the 1300 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, became the focal point of a security operation as bomb squad crews were deployed to investigate.
Bomb Threat Forces Partial Evacuation at DC Hotel Amid Political Summit
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A threatening email targeting a Washington, DC hotel prompted an emergency response from law enforcement Sunday afternoon. DC Police confirmed the threat but provided limited details about the nature of the email. The JW Marriott Hotel, located on the 1300 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, became the focal point of a security operation as bomb squad crews were deployed to investigate.

Widespread Power Outage in Northwest D.C. Disrupts Hundreds, Restoration Underway
A significant power outage disrupted hundreds of residents in Northwest Washington, D.C., over the weekend, following an underground equipment issue that led to a fire. Utility provider Pepco reported that while power was nearly fully restored by Sunday morning, some customers remained on temporary power solutions by the afternoon. According to Pepco, crews responded late Saturday to an issue affecting customers along the 2100 block of M Str
Widespread Power Outage in Northwest D.C. Disrupts Hundreds, Restoration Underway
A significant power outage disrupted hundreds of residents in Northwest Washington, D.C., over the weekend, following an underground equipment issue that led to a fire. Utility provider Pepco reported that while power was nearly fully restored by Sunday morning, some customers remained on temporary power solutions by the afternoon. According to Pepco, crews responded late Saturday to an issue affecting customers along the 2100 block of M Str

Off-Duty Officers Rescue Residents from Burning Motel in Point Pleasant Beach
A burning motel in Point Pleasant Beach became the scene of a heroic rescue early Sunday morning as three off-duty police officers sprang into action, ensuring the safe evacuation of multiple residents before first responders arrived. The fire, which broke out in the early hours near Broadway and Baltimore Avenue, caused extensive damage to the building, but thanks to the quick thinking of the officers, no lives were lost. According to reports, the officers were in
Off-Duty Officers Rescue Residents from Burning Motel in Point Pleasant Beach
A burning motel in Point Pleasant Beach became the scene of a heroic rescue early Sunday morning as three off-duty police officers sprang into action, ensuring the safe evacuation of multiple residents before first responders arrived. The fire, which broke out in the early hours near Broadway and Baltimore Avenue, caused extensive damage to the building, but thanks to the quick thinking of the officers, no lives were lost. According to reports, the officers were in

NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike
NJ Transit, the backbone of New Jersey's public transportation system, carried over a quarter-billion passengers in 2023. While the network plays a vital role in daily commutes, the past year has been marked by service disruptions, including last summer’s major delays, which prompted officials to implement a temporary fare holiday to compensate frustrated riders. Now, under the leadership of new CEO Kris Kolluri, NJ Transit is rolling out strategic improvements to enhance reliabilit
NJ Transit's New CEO Kris Kolluri Unveils 12-Point Plan Amid Potential Strike
NJ Transit, the backbone of New Jersey's public transportation system, carried over a quarter-billion passengers in 2023. While the network plays a vital role in daily commutes, the past year has been marked by service disruptions, including last summer’s major delays, which prompted officials to implement a temporary fare holiday to compensate frustrated riders. Now, under the leadership of new CEO Kris Kolluri, NJ Transit is rolling out strategic improvements to enhance reliabilit

Trump Names Dan Bongino as FBI Deputy Director in Controversial Move
President Donald Trump on Sunday announced his decision to name Dan Bongino as the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s deputy director. Bongino, a former television host and conservative commentator known for his strong support of the President, is stepping into a role traditionally held by a career FBI agent. This appointment follows the recent controversial nomination of Kash Patel to lead the agency and represents a marked break from longst
Trump Names Dan Bongino as FBI Deputy Director in Controversial Move
President Donald Trump on Sunday announced his decision to name Dan Bongino as the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s deputy director. Bongino, a former television host and conservative commentator known for his strong support of the President, is stepping into a role traditionally held by a career FBI agent. This appointment follows the recent controversial nomination of Kash Patel to lead the agency and represents a marked break from longst

Trump and Elon Musk Consider 'DOGE Dividends'—Low-Income Americans May Miss Out
The idea of distributing federal savings back to American taxpayers in the form of 'DOGE dividends' has recently gained traction, largely fueled by a social media exchange between Elon Musk and President Trump. This novel concept, which originated from investor James Fishback, suggests using savings from federal government cuts to send checks to taxpayers. However, the policy, as proposed, may leave out low-income Americans who do no
Trump and Elon Musk Consider 'DOGE Dividends'—Low-Income Americans May Miss Out
The idea of distributing federal savings back to American taxpayers in the form of 'DOGE dividends' has recently gained traction, largely fueled by a social media exchange between Elon Musk and President Trump. This novel concept, which originated from investor James Fishback, suggests using savings from federal government cuts to send checks to taxpayers. However, the policy, as proposed, may leave out low-income Americans who do no

Group 2 Exam Controversy: High Court Orders Feb 23 Exam Amid Jagan Govt Errors
The Group 2 exam issue in Andhra Pradesh has now become a major talking point following a series of controversies that trace back to errors in the 2023 notification issued by the Jagan government. What began as a pre-election announcement of 899 Group 2 posts soon turned into a heated debate when job aspirants discovered that the roster points were marked incorrectly. Critics claim that the notification was released not with the intent to create employment opportunities but rather as a strate
Group 2 Exam Controversy: High Court Orders Feb 23 Exam Amid Jagan Govt Errors
The Group 2 exam issue in Andhra Pradesh has now become a major talking point following a series of controversies that trace back to errors in the 2023 notification issued by the Jagan government. What began as a pre-election announcement of 899 Group 2 posts soon turned into a heated debate when job aspirants discovered that the roster points were marked incorrectly. Critics claim that the notification was released not with the intent to create employment opportunities but rather as a strate

Boat Capsizes off Staten Island: 3 Dead, 2 Injured, 1 Missing in Maritime Tragedy
A devastating maritime incident unfolded on Sunday when a boat capsized off the coast of Staten Island, leaving at least three individuals dead, two injured, and one person still missing in the water. The incident occurred in the Ambrose Channel, approximately five miles southeast of Breezy Point, a neighborhood known for its scenic coastal views. The tragedy has mobilized a large-scale search-and-rescue mission as well as a multi-agency investigation to determine
Boat Capsizes off Staten Island: 3 Dead, 2 Injured, 1 Missing in Maritime Tragedy
A devastating maritime incident unfolded on Sunday when a boat capsized off the coast of Staten Island, leaving at least three individuals dead, two injured, and one person still missing in the water. The incident occurred in the Ambrose Channel, approximately five miles southeast of Breezy Point, a neighborhood known for its scenic coastal views. The tragedy has mobilized a large-scale search-and-rescue mission as well as a multi-agency investigation to determine

Rescue Efforts Intensify for Trapped Workers after Nagarkurnool Tunnel Collapse
Nagarkurnool District Collector B Santosh confirmed on Monday that two rescue teams from the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are using specialized machinery to cover the final 40 meters needed to reach workers feared trapped after a tunnel roof collapse on Saturday. According to Santosh, earlier efforts had fallen short of reaching the last 40 meters, but with the assistance of heavy machinery, the teams are now poised to access the area. He explained that dewateri
Rescue Efforts Intensify for Trapped Workers after Nagarkurnool Tunnel Collapse
Nagarkurnool District Collector B Santosh confirmed on Monday that two rescue teams from the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are using specialized machinery to cover the final 40 meters needed to reach workers feared trapped after a tunnel roof collapse on Saturday. According to Santosh, earlier efforts had fallen short of reaching the last 40 meters, but with the assistance of heavy machinery, the teams are now poised to access the area. He explained that dewateri