Cult Leader Linked to Multiple Killings Arrested in Maryland

A 12-year-old boy from Memphis, Tennessee, named Jackson Oswalt recently garnered attention for building a nuclear fusion reactor in his bedroom, culminating in a visit from the FBI. Inspired by Taylor Wilson's TED talk on achieving controlled nuclear fusion at age 14, Oswalt embarked on his project at just 11 years old, funding the venture with parental support. After a year of experimentation, Oswalt constructed a "demo fusor," although he acknowledged it was not yet a fully functional reactor. He shared on social media his progress, detailing how he overcame various challenges to successfully achieve fusion shortly before his 13th birthday. His accomplishment earned him a Guinness World Record as the youngest person to achieve nuclear fusion, which was verified by fusion expert Richard Hull. The media attention surrounding Oswalt's project led to an FBI visit, where agents conducted a radiation inspection but found no hazards. Recognizing his potential, Jackson has since toured various scientific startups, further advancing his passion for fusion energy.

The Pentagon has expressed alarm over China's ascension as the leading global shipbuilding nation, with significant implications for U.S. maritime capabilities. According to a recent report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), the U.S. commercial shipbuilding sector's share has plummeted to just 0.11% of the global total as of 2024. Once a powerhouse, the U.S. Navy has seen its fleet diminish compared to the Chinese navy, which now boasts 400 ships compared to the U.S.'s 295. This development marks a stark contrast to two decades ago, when the U.S. maintained 282 battle-force ships against China's 220. Industry analysts attribute China's strong shipbuilding policies to the difficulties faced by other shipbuilding leaders, such as Japan and South Korea, which are struggling to keep pace. These shifts in naval capabilities pose strategic concerns for U.S. defense, as reliance on Chinese-built vessels grows amid shrinking domestic production. Experts question whether the U.S. can reclaim its former shipbuilding prowess as geopolitical tensions escalate.

In a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy, President Donald Trump has announced the revocation of legal protections for approximately 532,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. According to the Department of Homeland Security, these individuals, who entered the U.S. since October 2022, face deportation starting April 24, 2025, unless they can establish a lawful basis to remain. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that this decision terminates the two-year “parole” program that allowed these migrants to live and work in the U.S. The move is seen as part of Trump’s broader policy of tightening immigration regulations, which his administration argues is necessary to combat the misuse of humanitarian parole, a program intended for individuals from countries with significant political unrest or violence. Critics, including advocacy groups such as the Justice Action Center, condemn the action as "reckless" and anticipate that it will lead to chaos and family separations. Previously, under the Biden administration, up to 30,000 individuals from these countries were allowed entry each month, creating pathways for legal residency.