LAPD rookies face hazing by shaved heads and other ‘rites of passage,’ Inspector General’s report says
Barely half of the 49 probationary officers polled said they rotated with at least three different instructors as required. Oversight officials said poor LAPD record keeping meant they “couldn’t figure out with certainty who all the field training officers were.”A previous department audit showed that 414 senior officers were assigned to be field training officers as of July 2023. About two-thirds of probationary officers reported that their training officers treated the public with dignity and respect; but that figure fell to roughly 47% when they were asked whether their training officers treated them the same way. In the 1980s, Black and Latino officers often complained of being given lower scores by their training officers on the basis of their race. Such criticisms resurfaced following the infamous beating of Black motorist Rodney King in 1991, where four of the officers present served as training officers.
Source:Los Angeles Times
October 11, 2024 17:28 UTC
Man clinging to cooler rescued 30 miles off Florida coast
NationalMan clinging to cooler rescued 30 miles off Florida coastVideo filmed Oct. 10 shows a Coast Guard helicopter crew rescuing a man who was left clinging to a cooler approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key, Fla.
Source:Washington Post
October 11, 2024 17:26 UTC
Fox News to host Trump town hall in Georgia focused on women's issues
Fox News will hold a town hall with former President Donald Trump next week focused specifically on issues impacting women, a voting bloc that polls show he has struggled to reach. The network announced the one-hour town hall event in a press release on Friday. The event will be held in Cumming, Georgia, a key battleground state, and will be moderated by Fox News host Harris Faulkner. "I am looking forward to providing our viewers with an opportunity to learn more about where former President Trump stands on these topics." Fox News noted it has offered to host Harris for town hall “multiple times” since she became the Democratic presidential nominee and the invitation still stands.
Source:Fox News
October 11, 2024 17:18 UTC
China, Russia, Iran and North Korea are aligning against the West - The Washington Post
In the Middle East, the current tensions are rooted in a tussle between Iran and America’s allies, Israel and some of the Gulf states. The effect of this pressure has been real — keeping Israel and the Gulf Arabs on guard and the region on edge. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a traditional war of aggression, using the means Russia has aplenty — traditional military power. The Economist points out that this “quartet of chaos” — China, Iran, North Korea and Russia — is actively swapping weapons, supplies and, most importantly, know-how. China’s assistance to Russia shows that Beijing is willing to unsettle the world order but not necessarily upend it.
Source:Washington Post
October 11, 2024 17:17 UTC
Anderson Cooper Hit With Flying Debris While Reporting Live During Hurricane Milton
Share LinkedIn Pin EmailMike Coppola/Getty Images for CNN/TNSAnderson Cooper was hit by flying debris during a live broadcast Wednesday while reporting on Hurricane Milton in Florida. “The water now is really starting to pour over,” Cooper said as he trudged through the water, which was gushing over the bank he was walking on. “If you look at the ground, whoa…,” he said, stopping short as a white object slammed into his torso. “OK, that wasn’t good.”The Anderson Cooper 360 host resumed his reporting, noting that he would probably go inside shortly. This is water from the Manatee River.”More from CafeMom: Mom of 6 Who Can’t Afford To Evacuate Shares Tearful Rant About Preparing for Hurricane Milton
Source:Los Angeles Times
October 11, 2024 17:11 UTC
Why is being scared fun? The science behind fear
For example, a 2022 survey conducted by Statista found that 64% of adults ages 30 to 44 either liked or loved watching horror movies. When watching a horror movie, viewers know that what they see while watching can't actually hurt them — yet the viewing experience can still be a terrifying one. Read On The Fox News AppMany people find amusement in scary activities, such as watching a horror movie or going to a haunted house. "Either fear of not enough or fear of losing control," she added. Those who enjoy scary activities often find excitement in overcoming something outside their comfort zone.
Source:Fox News
October 11, 2024 16:59 UTC
Breast cancer patient says new type of chemo saved her life: ‘I am thriving’
Through her research, she found Envita Medical Center in Scottsdale, which offers a novel cancer treatment called Genetically Targeted Fractionated Chemotherapy (GTFC). “GTFC is a targeted therapy, which is a type of cancer treatment that’s designed to attack cancer cells while leaving healthy cells alone,” she went on. In addition to breast cancer, GTFC can be an option for any type of cancer that needs systemic therapy, according to Oertle. “Most people simply cannot afford to pay for this type of medical care — and I could not have afforded it, either,” she said. “I would encourage people to not let the cost prevent them from seeking out this innovative and life-saving approach to cancer care,” Morrow urged.
Source:Fox News
October 11, 2024 16:38 UTC
Drone video shows Milton damage on Anna Maria Island, Fla.
NationalDrone video shows Milton damage on Anna Maria Island, Fla.Drone video filmed Oct. 10 shows damaged homes and toppled trees on Anna Maria Island, Fla., after Hurricane Milton swept through the state.
Source:Washington Post
October 11, 2024 16:36 UTC
FOX News Channel's Harris Faulkner to Present Town Hall on Women's Issues Featuring Former President Donald Trump on October 16th
The event, which will be held with an audience entirely composed of women, will pre-tape on October 15th and air on October 16th on The Faulkner Focus (11 AM-12 PM/ET). During the pre-taped one-hour town hall, Trump will discuss these concerns and others facing female voters as well as how he would address these issues. Faulkner joined FNC in 2005 and currently serves as the anchor of The Faulkner Focus and a founding co-host of Outnumbered. As the first Black woman to helm back-to-back weekday cable news programs, Faulkner has also played integral roles in FNC's election coverage over the last several cycles. In June 2020, Faulkner presented the first one-on-one cable news interview with then-President Donald Trump following the murder of George Floyd.
Source:Fox News
October 11, 2024 16:35 UTC
Abortion has passed inflation as the top election issue for women under 30, survey finds
In the earlier edition, inflation was the top concern for younger voters, as it was for women voters of all ages. Inflation remained the top concern for women in each age group over 30 and for women overall. Harris has been making abortion access a centerpiece of her campaign. Overall, about two-thirds of women said the election will have a major impact on abortion access, up from just over half in the initial survey. There's a deep partisan split over which candidate would be better on abortion access.
Source:ABC News
October 11, 2024 16:19 UTC
Trump Criticizes Detroit While Speaking At Economic Club
Trump Criticizes Detroit While Speaking At Economic Club Local leaders push back against Trump's negative portrayal of the city during contentious remarksFormer President Donald Trump recently found himself at the center of controversy during his speech at the Detroit Economic Club. The whole country is gonna be like Detroit," Trump asserted, characterizing the city as emblematic of decline if Democrats regain power. "Keep Detroit out of your mouth," she urged, reinforcing to constituents the importance of local pride against criticisms from outside. Analysts suggest he was appealing predominantly to the business elite present at the Economic Club, aiming to win over those not necessarily concerned with local sentiments. The fallout from Trump's Detroit comments may shape not only the candidates' discourse but also the public’s perception of the city’s rebirth.
Source:Huffington Post
October 11, 2024 16:19 UTC
The US FDA’s New Rule for Regulating Laboratory-Developed Tests
On May 6, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized a new rule to regulate laboratory-developed tests (LDTs). FDA’s New RuleThe FDA’s new rule will place LDTs in a category under FDA oversight. ImplicationsThe FDA rule carries considerable benefits. Although regulating LDTs as devices risks importing these problems, given current congressional gridlock, the FDA rule constitutes a clever approach in a difficult climate. However, the FDA’s decision to exempt preexisting LDTs from key parts of the rule may blunt the overall public health impact.
Source:New York Times
October 11, 2024 16:09 UTC
Video How a nonprofit is helping people displaced by Hurricanes Milton, Helene
How a nonprofit is helping people displaced by Hurricanes Milton, Helene Christoph Gorder is executive director of Airbnb.org, an organization that secures temporary stays for people in the wake of disasters.
Source:ABC News
October 11, 2024 15:34 UTC