Many modern toilets feature dual flush buttons, though their water-saving purpose isn’t always clear. The larger button (6-9 liters) is meant for solid waste, while the smaller one (3-4.5 liters) handles liquid waste. Using them correctly can save households about 20,000 liters annually compared to single-flush models, reducing both environmental impact and water bills. First…
Chicago’s ongoing struggle with gun violence has escalated into a constitutional confrontation between city officials and the Trump administration, following a devastating Labor Day weekend that left 54 people wounded and seven dead across multiple unrelated incidents. The latest surge in violence has prompted Mayor Brandon Johnson to take unprecedented action, signing an executive order…
Donald Trump has unveiled a sweeping tax reform plan that he claims will provide major relief to senior citizens, empower the middle class, and eliminate tax loopholes used by the wealthiest Americans. Positioned as a central pillar of his 2025 campaign, the plan is already generating strong reactions across the political spectrum. Trump described it…
Kinky Friedman, the satirist and country musician, has died. He was 79. Friedman passed away at his home near Medina, Texas after a battle with Parkinson’s disease. His bold and unconventional legacy as an artist endures. Born Richard Samet Friedman in Chicago in 1944, he became a beloved Texas icon. He was best known as…
A tragic aviation disaster occurred at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport on Sunday evening. An Aeroflot airliner caught fire during an emergency landing, resulting in numerous fatalities. Officials reported that at least 40 people lost their lives. Among the dead were two children, and multiple survivors sustained injuries. Harrowing video footage captured from the terminal showed the…
Add grilled chicken breast, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss in some black beans and a sprinkle of feta cheese. For dressing? Olive oil, lime juice, and a touch of cumin tie it all together. Why it works: Healthy fats from the avocado and protein from the chicken and beans help keep you satisfied…
Students at New York University are curious about the absence of a notable classmate. Barron Trump, the 19-year-old son of Donald Trump, has not been seen on campus this semester. His mysterious lack of presence has sparked widespread speculation among the student body. The sophomore, who attends the prestigious Stern School of Business, successfully completed…
New details have emerged in the case of Tyler Robinson, the alleged shooter of commentator Charlie Kirk. Discord messages reportedly show Robinson making jokes with friends after the FBI released a photo of the suspect. In one exchange, a friend tagged Robinson with the image. Robinson allegedly replied that it was his “doppelganger” trying to…
President Donald Trump has reflected on his final conversation with the late commentator Charlie Kirk, whom he considered a “very good friend.” Kirk was assassinated on September 10 while speaking at an event in Utah. Trump praised Kirk as a patriot and a “martyr for truth and freedom.” The president revealed that Kirk had recently…
Health officials have issued a warning about possible measles exposure at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. An infected individual spent time in Terminal 1 on April 22-23 between 10am and 8pm, potentially exposing hundreds to the highly contagious disease. The patient, who had received one dose of the MMR vaccine, developed a rash on April 25 and…