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Experts have said a possible cause of the fire was high winds that downed power lines. Some victims have sued Hawaiian Electric, the state's largest utility, accusing it of providing equipment that was not strong enough to withstand heavy winds. Authorities say 115 people died in the fire, which tore through Lahaina in a matter of hours. About 1,800 to 1,900 homes were destroyed. The town of 12,000 people was home to many who worked in hotels and restaurants in nearby Kaanapali and Lahaina itself. About 6,000 people are staying in hotels and vacation rentals while waiting for the toxic waste left by the fire to be cleaned up and rebuilding to begin. Earlier this month Green, a Democrat, said he wanted to impose a moratorium on land sales in Lahaina to prevent people from being displaced. But the governor said a blanket ban “may not be doable” and he didn’t want to prevent people who are considering property sales from initiating those conversations. The prohibition on unsolicited offers for property was a “de facto” moratorium, he said. Green said people have reported unwanted offers to his attorney general, although he did not reveal how many investigations have been opened. Those found guilty of a violation may be imprisoned for up to one year and fined up to $5,000.

After rescuing a boy from ruthless child traffickers, a federal agent learns the boy's sister is still captive and decides to embark on a dangerous mission to save her. With time running out, he quits his job and journeys deep into the Colombian jungle, putting his life on the line to free her from a fate worse than death. https://ourrescue.org/sound-of-freedom?gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwrMKmBhCJARIsAHuEAPQ31QmdOTJ7ytRaqFLmcE7ZzvuInx4ds5gLpBsvnS83PbLdfoIxhEIaAj60EALw_wcB http://ourrescue.org/blog/sound-of-freedom-based-on-true-story

While often categorized as a democracy, the United States is more accurately defined as a constitutional federal republic. What does this mean? “Constitutional” refers to the fact that government in the United States is based on a Constitution which is the supreme law of the United States. A constitutional republic means that it is one in which, rather than directly governing, the people select some of their members to temporarily serve in political office; the constitutional part means that both the citizens and their governing officials are bound to follow the rules established in that Constitution. The person who was paddleboarding with the Obamas’ personal chef when he drowned near their Martha’s Vineyard estate had tried desperately to save him, according to officials. The unidentified fellow paddleboarder tried to swim to Tafari Campbell, 45, but “did not reach him in time,” Massachusetts State Police said in a statement, MassLive reported. The person, who saw Campbell losing his balance and falling into the water, then swam to shore and alerted someone who then called 911, according to the report. A witness saw Campbell — who was not wearing a life jacket and wasn’t tethered to the board — struggling to stay afloat in his final moments, officials said. The probe into the tragedy has been completed and there was no evidence to suggest that the death was suspicious, police said, adding that an autopsy also has been completed but that a toxicology report could take weeks. Campbell was found Monday in eight feet of water about 100 feet from the banks of the Obamas’ property on Edgartown Great Pond

we talk about the Cocaine in the white house.The U.S. Secret Service has stated that the substance found in the White House on July 3 identified to be cocaine may have been brought in by someone who works there or had authorization to be there. The recent interviews that Tucker Carlson did with the running Candidates for Republicans... and knocked a few out of the running.

COVID-19, also known as coronavirus disease 2019, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. It was first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan, China and has since spread globally, leading to a pandemic.

Slavery refers to a system in which individuals, known as slaves, are owned, controlled, and exploited by other individuals or groups. Historically, slaves were considered property and were deprived of their basic human rights and freedoms. They were typically forced to work without pay and were subject to physical and psychological abuse. Slavery has a long and widespread history, existing in various forms and societies throughout different time periods. It has been practiced by different cultures, including ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as colonial powers during the transatlantic slave trade.

The recording, which first aired on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360,” includes new details from the conversation that is a critical piece of evidence in special counsel Jack Smith’s indictment of Trump over the mishandling of classified information, including a moment when Trump seems to indicate he was holding a secret Pentagon document with plans to attack Iran. “These are the papers,” Trump says in the audio recording, while he’s discussing the Pentagon attack plans, a quote that was not included in the indictment. In the two-minute audio recording, Trump and his aides also joke about Hillary Clinton’s emails after the former president says that the document was “secret information.” “Hillary would print that out all the time, you know. Her private emails,” Trump’s staffer said. “No, she’d send it to Anthony Weiner,” Trump responded, referring to the former Democratic congressman, prompting laughter in the room. Trump’s statements on the audio recording, saying “these are the papers” and referring to something he calls “highly confidential” and seems to be showing others in the room, could undercut the former president’s claims in an interview last week with Fox News’ Bret Baier that he did not have any documents with him. “There was no document. That was a massive amount of papers and everything else talking about Iran and other things,” Trump said on Fox. “And it may have been held up or may not, but that was not a document. I didn’t have a document, per se. There was nothing to declassify. These were newspaper stories, magazine stories and articles.” Debris from the Titan was brought ashore by deep-sea robots on Wednesday as the US Coast Guard continues recovery operations following the sub’s catastrophic implosion. The Titan’s wreckage was seen for the first time in pictures after the Coast Guard announced on 22 June that ROVs (remotely-operated vehicles) found its chambers in a sea of debris 1,600ft from the bow of the Titanic, roughly 12,000ft below the ocean surface. Pelagic Research Services, the company that operated the ROV that made the previous debris findings, said on Wednesday that its team had successfully completed off-shore operations and was now in the process of demobilisation after 10 days of work. Washington grocery store customers shopping at one chain are being asked to donate to "DEI awareness" at the checkout kiosk.

WE are talking about a bunch of American topics, t things that are happening with us. The American.... We need to worry about us ad handle the country and its people.

The Group of Thirty (G30) is a private, nonprofit, international organization comprised of influential individuals from the public and private sectors. It was founded in 1978 and is based in Washington, D.C. The primary objective of the Group of Thirty is to promote understanding and dialogue among policymakers, central bankers, academics, and financial industry leaders on important economic and financial issues. The G30 consists of approximately 30 members who serve in their personal capacities, rather than as representatives of their respective organizations or governments. The group includes prominent figures from various backgrounds, such as former central bankers, finance ministers, academics, and senior executives from financial institutions. The World Bank provides financial resources, policy advice, and technical expertise to member countries to address development challenges. It supports projects and programs in areas such as infrastructure development, education, healthcare, agriculture, governance, and environmental sustainability. The World Bank's headquarters are located in Washington, D.C., and its membership consists of 189 countries. The organization works closely with governments, civil society organizations, and the private sector to promote economic growth, social development, and poverty reduction. Government budget plans can vary significantly depending on the country and the specific time period in question. Governments typically develop budget plans to outline their anticipated revenue sources and how they intend to allocate those funds across various sectors and programs. Budgets often include provisions for areas such as healthcare, education, defense, infrastructure, social welfare, and more.

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced the return of “Christian Faith and Family Day” — following uproar over an upcoming Pride Night event featuring a radical group of “queer and trans nuns.” The announcement came after controversy over the team’s decision to invite, then uninvite and then re-invite the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence — a drag group that raises money for LGBTQ+ causes — to its Pride Night on June 16. Raising the debt ceiling... Raising the debt ceiling refers to the legislative action taken by a government to increase the maximum amount of debt that it can issue or borrow. In many countries, including the United States, governments have a limit on the amount of debt they can accumulate. This limit is set by legislation and is known as the debt ceiling or debt limit. When a government reaches or is close to reaching the debt ceiling, it must seek authorization from the legislative body to increase the limit. This allows the government to continue borrowing money to meet its financial obligations, such as paying for existing debt, funding government programs, and maintaining essential services. Raising the debt ceiling essentially allows the government to access additional funds to cover its expenses. The process of raising the debt ceiling typically involves the government submitting a request to the legislative body, such as the U.S. Congress, for approval. The legislative body then considers the request and decides whether to grant the authority to increase the debt limit. The decision to raise the debt ceiling is a significant financial and political matter, as it can impact the government's ability to function and maintain financial stability.

A social credit score is a system that assigns individuals a numerical rating based on their behavior and actions within a society. It is primarily associated with China's social credit system, where the government monitors and evaluates citizens' activities, such as financial behavior, social media activity, and adherence to laws and regulations. The score can impact various aspects of a person's life, including access to loans, travel privileges, and social opportunities. However, it's important to note that the concept of a social credit score can vary in different countries and contexts.