SpaceX and NASA launched a mission to the International Space Station on Thursday morning, carrying two NASA astronauts, a Russian cosmonaut, and an astronaut from the United Arab Emirates. The Crew Dragon capsule detached from the Falcon 9 rocket and is expected to dock at the space station on Friday. This mission is the first time an Arab astronaut has been assigned to a long-duration spaceflight and will last roughly six months, during which the astronauts will conduct a variety of experiments and research projects.
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Florida lawmakers are introducing a bill, S.B. 1248, that would require the state's Division of Elections to cancel the filings of any political party that has previously advocated for or been in support of slavery or involuntary servitude. The bill would also change the voter registration of those affected to “no party affiliation” and provide procedures for them to update their affiliation. The bill is part of a larger effort by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis to score headlines ahead of a potential 2024 presidential campaign launch and has been met with criticism from some who argue that it is an attempt to suppress the votes of certain groups. The bill is currently being considered by the state legislature and is expected to be voted on in the coming weeks.
Marc Muffley, 40, was arrested Monday after TSA agents found an explosive material in his checked suitcase at Lehigh Valley International Airport. He is charged with possessing an explosive in an airport and attempting to place an explosive or incendiary device on an aircraft. Surveillance video showed Muffley checking his luggage on Flight 201, and he was arrested by federal agents on suspicion of attempting to bring explosives on the plane. The investigation is ongoing.
Tripadvisor recently released their list of the world's top 25 beaches, with the number one spot going to the beach in the archipelago of Baía do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil. The beach is known for its crystal clear waters, white sand, and lush green vegetation, and is only accessible by boat or plane. Visitors must also pay a fee to visit the protected area, but the beach offers a variety of activities such as snorkeling, diving, and fishing.
Keith Melvin Moses, a 19-year-old Florida man, has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder in connection with a shooting spree last week that left three people dead and one injured in Pine Hills, a community west of Orlando. Moses is being held in the Orange County Jail without bond, and the investigation is ongoing.
Seretse Clouden, a 42-year-old New Jersey man, is facing federal criminal charges after attempting to board a flight with firearms, ammunition, a bulletproof vest, and fraudulent law enforcement credentials. Upon inspection, agents found three firearms, two .40 caliber Glock magazines, and a fake U.S. Marshal's badge. If convicted, Clouden could face up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. He is currently in federal custody and is set to appear in court on February 2nd.
The Club for Growth is hosting a closed-press donor retreat for 2024 hopefuls, three miles away from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club. The retreat is seen as a sign that the Club for Growth is looking to move the GOP past Trump, who was not invited. Early Republican presidential hopefuls have been reluctant to draw a contrast with the former president, and it is unclear who will be attending the retreat.
Rupert Murdoch, chairman of Fox Corp., acknowledged in a recently unsealed deposition that some Fox News commentators endorsed false allegations of election fraud by former President Donald Trump and his allies. This is part of a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against the cable news giant by Dominion Voting Systems. Former President Donald Trump has recently renewed his attacks on Fox News, accusing the network of downplaying his popularity over Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). The lawsuit against Fox News is ongoing and Murdoch has yet to comment on the matter.