Author: Political X Patriot

Olympia City Council member Clark Gilman expressed concerns during a research session on April 15 about the draft capital facility chapter of the city’s 2045 comprehensive plan. He criticized its insufficient progress in addressing greenhouse gas emissions and transportation infrastructure’s role in urban sprawl. Senior planner Joyce Phillips presented proposed updates aimed at integrating climate management and enhancing equity and accessibility in infrastructure planning, marking an improvement from the last revision in 2014. While the Advisory Committee provided consistent feedback on environmental and equity issues, Gilman believes the draft does not align with the city’s climate targets of achieving net-zero…

Ten prison guards in New York were charged in connection with the death of 22-year-old inmate Messiah Nantwi, who died from a severe assault by the guards last month. The incident took place on March 1 at a medium-security facility and involved a series of assaults that continued even after Nantwi was handcuffed. Six guards are accused of the assault, while four others face charges for attempting to cover it up, including filing false reports and staging the crime scene to destroy evidence. All charged have pleaded not guilty. Nantwi’s death follows another incident earlier this year when another inmate,…

The article provides an overview of the game “Mandragora,” a dark fantasy action RPG set in a dystopian world filled with body horror monsters and eerie characters. After several hours of gameplay, the author expresses mixed feelings about the experience. The world is described as richly detailed and compelling, with a narrative that features moral decisions and intriguing character interactions. However, the combat system is criticized as being unchallenging and repetitive, with a lack of diversity in enemy types encountered thus far. The gameplay includes the use of six distinct character classes, a skill tree, and a crafting system, while…

The Cleveland Football Group is working to establish professional outdoor soccer in Cleveland, announcing the introduction of a Division II women’s soccer team that could debut by early 2027. This team will compete in WPSL Pro, a new league aimed at bridging the gap between amateur and top-tier professional soccer. The announcement comes after Cleveland’s recent bid for a National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team fell short to Denver. CEO Michael Murphy expressed disappointment over the NWSL loss but emphasized the group’s commitment to bringing professional soccer to the city. Cleveland will be one of the founding markets of WPSL…

Air travel is on the brink of a significant transformation, moving from traditional paperboarding passes to a digital travel qualification managed via mobile phones. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has finalized plans for this digital credential, which will store all passport information and integrate seamlessly into travelers’ journeys. The new “Journey Pass” will update automatically with any flight changes and utilize facial recognition for identification, allowing passengers to board without showing documentation. While this technology does not have an official launch date, several airlines, including British Airways, Air France-KLM, Finnair, and Saudia Airlines, are already piloting the system. The…

A survey has revealed that the number of British homes experiencing overheating during summer has surged to 80% over the past decade, a situation that experts are calling a crisis. Heat-related deaths in the UK number in the thousands annually, and there is an urgent need for emergency measures to help residents manage high temperatures and adapt their homes. The use of air conditioning in British homes has increased sevenfold from 2011 to 2022, now reaching 21%, which researchers warn could strain the electricity grid, increase carbon emissions, and worsen social inequality for families unable to afford air conditioning. The…

The article highlights the annual migration of moose in northern Sweden, which is broadcast live by SVT Play on a 24-hour stream known as “The Great Moose Movement.” Since its inception in 2019, this event has attracted millions of viewers each spring, with this year’s program starting early due to warm weather. The slow television phenomenon has cultivated a dedicated audience, including a Facebook community of over 77,000 members sharing their experiences. Cait Borjesson, a devoted viewer, describes the stream as relaxing and transformative, likening it to a therapeutic escape from anxiety while promoting an immersive experience in nature. Most…

Paleontologists have discovered a unique set of Ankylosaurus footprints in western Canada, specifically in Tumbler Ridge. This marks the first identification of footprints from the Ankylosaurus antirosaurus species, known for their heavy armor and club-like tails designed for defense against predators. While previous Ankylosaurus tracks had four toes on the hind legs, the new findings also show distinct features, including three toes indicative of the antirosaurus. The footprints were found in a delta environment and date back between 94-100 million years ago. Dr. Victoria Arbor from the Royal BC Museum commented on the significance of the discovery, stating that the…

In a notable shift within the U.S. real estate market, thousands of agents received an unexpected email from Andy Florance, CEO of Costar Group and Homes.com, criticizing new rules announced by Zillow. These rules threaten to ban listings that aren’t shared publicly across multiple platforms, affecting agents who have been keeping “exclusive inventory” of homes off public search sites like Zillow and Realtor.com. This practice has become popular among agents, especially those from larger brokerages like Compass, who often prefer to showcase homes internally before a public release. Zillow’s announcement aims to enhance transparency in real estate transactions, arguing that…

The Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic secured their spots in the NBA playoffs during the play-in tournament on Tuesday night. The Warriors had a nail-biting victory against the Memphis Grizzlies, winning 121-116 in a game filled with momentum shifts and key performances. Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler III were standout players for the Warriors, with Butler scoring 38 points and Curry adding 37. Despite injuries, the Grizzlies fought back, with Desmond Bain scoring 30 points and Ja Morant contributing 22 points. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic defeated the Atlanta Hawks 120-95, with Cole Anthony leading the team with 26 points…