Family sues applesauce maker, Dollar Tree over claims of lead in fruit pouches

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A North Carolina family is suing a Florida-based applesauce maker and retail giant Dollar Tree, claiming both companies failed to ensure certain applesauce pouches marketed toward children were safe before putting them on store shelves. South Carolina-based law firm Motley Rice filed the claim last week in Florida’s 11th Judicial … Read more

Democratic lawmakers urge Biden administration to address ‘authoritarian’ actions by Salvadoran president  

Democratic lawmakers urged the Biden administration in a letter Tuesday to address “authoritarian” actions by the Salvadoran president. “We are writing to express our significant concerns regarding democratic backsliding and an increase in reports of human rights violations in El Salvador,” the letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken reads. “These concerns are especially pressing … Read more

Braid: Smith’s rules for gender surgery, sex ed and parent rights come under fierce attack

Smith claims her policy is rooted in caring and love. Others see prejudice and oppression. This move will brand Alberta for years to come Alberta Premier Danielle Smith made a video announcement Wednesday.Photo by X Premier Danielle Smith didn’t just suddenly step onto the path of government control over human sexuality. This unprecedented program was … Read more

California set to become first state to introduce series of reparations bills

The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) announced on Wednesday 14 reparations bills it plans to introduce as the first step to implement the policy proposals outlined in the report last summer by the Reparations Task Force. In a press release, the caucus described the “2024 Reparations Priority Bill Package” as a “multi-year effort to implement … Read more

In America, calls for a Gaza ceasefire are growing

A truck near the US Capitol on January 16 in Washington. Getty Images / AFP A truck near the US Capitol on January 16 in Washington. Getty Images / AFP Despite the Biden administration’s refusal to back a ceasefire that would help end Israel’s assault on Gaza, momentum is growing across the US calling on … Read more

A village of 7 highly rated Airbnbs is now for sale in the mountains of North Carolina

In a one-of-a-kind opportunity, a captivating village boasting seven highly rated Airbnbs has just listed for sale near Asheville, North Carolina. Priced at a whopping $20 million, this extraordinary property comprises a total of 22 bedrooms, 27 bathrooms and spans over 14,400 square feet. Welcome to Earth & Sky Dwellings, where enchantment meets luxury in … Read more

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