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In 2021, retired Gen. Michael T. Flynn, Donald J. Trump’s first national security adviser, became chairman of a 75-year-old nonprofit organization — the kind of small charity where chairmen typically work for free.But Mr. Flynn received a salary of $40,000, for working two hours per week.The next year, he got a raise: $60,000, for two hours.Mr. Flynn’s charity also paid one of his brothers, two of his sisters, his niece and his sister-in-law. By the end of its second year, his nonprofit group, America’s Future Inc., was running in the red, burning through reserves — and still paying $518,000, or…

France will hold a general election in July, with opinion polls showing President Emmanuel Macron’s party struggling.German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said he was “concerned” about a possible far-right victory in France’s next parliamentary elections. President Emmanuel Macron’s party is trailing far behind with less than two weeks to go until the first round of early elections he called after suffering heavy defeats to the far-right in European opinion polls. Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party also gained seats in this month’s European Parliament elections, but Scholz’s ruling coalition struggled. “I am concerned about the French elections,” Scholz told public…

Offensive line recruiting has been one of the biggest stories nationally in the 2025 freshman recruiting class, with the Sooners looking to add some top-tier offensive linemen to their forward group, including four-star offensive lineman Ryan Forget and three-star prospect Owen Hollenbeck.While he appears to be moving away from the Sooners, five-star offensive tackle Ty Haywood included Oklahoma in his top three schools during his active recruiting campaign, with the Sooners included along with Alabama and Florida State.Before the Texas A&M surge and, more recently, the Alabama Crimson Tide, the Sooners were seen as favorites to win the championship at…

From SchiffGold.com:China’s recent attempt to secure reserves of rare earth minerals failed when rival companies moved in and snatched the trade. Australia-based mining company Vital Metals said Monday that minerals mined at its Nechalacho project in Saskatchewan will stay in Canada.”A case has been presented that is of growing interest to Canada.” Jordy Mark, Managing Director of Vital He told the Northern MinerHe later added: “This agreement underscores the strategic value and importance of the Nechallacho rare earths project and the priority of the rare earths value chain in Canada.” According to Vital, the Necha Lacho mine in northern Canada…

Christopher Bell, driver of the #20 Reem Toyota, pits during the NASCAR Cup Series Today 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on June 23, 2024 in Loudon, New Hampshire.Jonathan Bachman, Getty ImagesA panoramic view of New Hampshire Motor Speedway during USA Today 301.Eric Cagna, USA Today SportsNASCAR Cup Series driver Christopher Bell (20) leads the field during the USA Today 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.Eric Cagna, Eric Cagna – USA TODAY SportsChase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, takes the green flag to the front for the start of the NASCAR Cup Series Today 301 at…

Kollam: The CPM Kollam district committee meeting held to assess the results of the assembly elections saw sharp criticism of the state leadership. The criticism was that “this is not a verdict of the people against the grassroots activists”, the same ones who had asked the LDF government to continue its rule. A district committee member from Kadakkal said that as the change in situation had taken place at the state level, any corrections should be made there. Following on from the recent district secretariat meeting, the district committee meeting also saw criticism of state legislator Jayarajan and LDF candidate…

Have you tried the Finger Spin Challenge? (Photo: Fox Photos/Getty Images) Have you heard of the Finger Spin Challenge? It’s not what you think! It’s the latest online trend and although it looks easy, it’s actually not! This new trend is going viral on the internet and is frustrating people all over the world. Have you tried it? Many people are talking about it thinking they can do it, but in the end they always fail. Check out how to do the finger spin challenge below: What is the Finger Spin Challenge? The Finger Spin Challenge sounds easy, but it’s…

Have you tried the Finger Spin Challenge? (Photo: Fox Photos/Getty Images) Have you heard of the Finger Spin Challenge? It’s not what you think! It’s the latest online trend and although it looks easy, it’s actually not! This new trend is going viral on the internet and is frustrating people all over the world. Have you tried it? Many people are talking about it thinking they can do it, but in the end they always fail. Check out how to do the finger spin challenge below: What is the Finger Spin Challenge? The Finger Spin Challenge sounds easy, but it’s…

NEW YORK: How many times have you heard the words “inconsistent,” “unpredictable” and “chaotic” used to describe the Pakistan men’s cricket team’s performance over the years? There are a myriad of answers, but the explanation is usually followed by the qualification that the team in that state is the most dangerous. The mood is different and much gloomier following the team’s failure to qualify for the Super Eight stage of the 2024 T20 World Cup. Inconsistency, unpredictability and chaos did not mean they were a dangerous opponent, nor should they be, because a consistent, hard-working and cohesive team is far…

Qualifying was canceled and Sunday’s race was in jeopardy because of inclement weather at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, but the USA TODAY 301 NASCAR Cup Series race got underway at 2:06 p.m. ET with NASCAR standings leader Chase Elliott on the pole.The 301-mile race is a relatively flat, 1.058-mile oval course that combines asphalt and granite (this is the Granite State, after all) to create one of NASCAR’s most unique tracks, allowing for some tough passing maneuvers. The circuit has hosted the NASCAR Cup Series for over 20 years and produced many memorable races.With eight races remaining on the NASCAR…