A coalition of Mapuche-Williche communities from southern Chile has filed a formal complaint in Norway against Statkraft AS, Europe's largest renewable energy producer, alleging the company failed to respect indigenous rights and consent protocols in connection with two major hydroelectric projects on ancestral territories. The complaint was submitted by Aylla Rewe del Ngen Mapu Kintuantü, […]
Indigenous communities file human rights complaint against Norwegian hydropower company
Mapuche Williche communities in southern Chile have filed a formal complaint in Norway against Statkraft AS, Europe's largest renewable energy producer, alleging the state-owned company failed to meet human rights due diligence obligations in its operations on indigenous lands. The complaint, filed with Norway's Consumer Authority by the Aylla Rewe del Ngen Mapu Kintuantü—an autonomous […]
Puerto Vallarta surgeon becomes first woman to perform Himplant procedure
Dr. Karen Mendoza Bravo made history this summer as the first woman surgeon to perform the Himplant procedure, a specialized cosmetic implant designed to enhance penile appearance. The milestone procedure took place in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where Mendoza now operates a practice offering consultations and surgical interventions for adult patients. Mendoza is a urologist with […]
Desert Financial’s certified account targets unbanked, underbanked consumers
Desert Financial Credit Union's newly certified Desert Safe Spend Account offers a case study in how mainstream financial institutions can address a persistent gap in the market for people who lack access to traditional banking. The account received official certification this month from the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund under the Bank On National Account […]
Meijer expands vaccination access with advance booking system
Meijer announced expanded vaccination access capabilities on August 17, 2026, introducing advance appointment scheduling that allows customers to book immunizations weeks in advance across its 500-store Midwest footprint. The new feature, accessible via rx.meijer.com and the Meijer mobile application, enables customers to reserve vaccination appointments before stock availability. The system currently supports influenza, respiratory syncytial […]
Saints first-round pick Jordyn Tyson sidelined with hamstring injury
New Orleans Saints first-round pick Jordyn Tyson suffered a hamstring injury during a joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars that could sideline him through Week 6. The injury occurred during training camp activities shared between the two teams.
Virginia man acquitted by insanity in killing flees US during mental hospital pass
A Virginia man acquitted of murder by reason of insanity fled the United States while on an authorized 48-hour pass from a mental hospital, court records show. Abdulloi Toshpulodzoda failed to return from the pass and instead boarded a one-way flight to Tajikistan.
DOJ investigates College of William & Mary over alleged racial discrimination in scholarships
The Department of Justice is investigating whether the College of William & Mary's scholarships and programs violate federal law by favoring racial minorities. The probe focuses on potential violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color or national origin in programs receiving federal funding.
Billionaire’s wealth tax ignites fierce debate in California
Mark Cuban has warned he will pull startup investments from California if the state passes a proposed billionaire wealth tax, calling founders who remain in the state "idiots" if the measure is enacted. The entrepreneur's comments come as debate intensifies over California's proposed tax on ultra-wealthy residents.
Stock futures flat as investors await Fed signals on interest rates
U.S. stock-index futures were little changed Sunday after a quiet week on Wall Street, as investors await signals from the Federal Reserve on the outlook for interest rates.