Author: Political X Patriot

HR software company Rippling has filed a lawsuit against competitor Deel, alleging that Deel used spies to steal its trade secrets. The lawsuit claims a spy was caught within Deel’s ranks during a honeypot operation. It details how Deel’s recruiters contacted Rippling employees using personal phone numbers to gather confidential information and investigate alleged compliance violations. Rippling asserts that an Irish employee, unnamed in the suit, downloaded sensitive company information, including a strategic presentation. Rippling claims to have discovered a “mole” through honeypot tactics, where they created a faux Slack channel, “#d-defectors,” to catch anyone sharing internal insights with Deel.…

The 16-team bracket for the inaugural College Basketball Crown tournament has been announced, set to take place in Las Vegas from March 31 to April 6, airing on Fox and FS1. Teams from seven conferences, including the Big 12, Big East, and Big Ten, will compete in a single-elimination format. Notable teams include: Washington State Cougars (WCC): With a record of 19-14, they rely on junior guard Nate Carmez and have a balanced attack. Georgetown Hoyas (Big East): Despite losing standout freshman Thomas Solver to injury, seniors Mikapeebee and Jaden Epps lead the team, which holds victories over NCAA tournament…

The Queens Museum houses New York City’s largest handmade miniature model, the Panorama, which spans 9,335 square feet and is built to a scale of 1:1,200. Originally created for the 1964 New York World Fair, the model captures the city’s landmarks with incredible detail, featuring approximately 895,000 replica buildings. Though the model was last updated in 1992, it remains historically significant, offering a snapshot of the city as it was at that time, including notable structures like the Twin Towers. To celebrate the model’s 60th anniversary, the museum published a book detailing its creation and showcased original footage of its…

A severe weather outbreak in Central America resulted in at least 39 deaths over the weekend, primarily due to tornadoes, wildfires, and dust-related accidents. The National Weather Service had accurately predicted the extreme weather six days in advance, highlighting high-risk areas. Reports indicate at least 79 tornadoes, most notably an EF4 tornado in Arkansas, which caused significant damage and fatalities, with some areas assessed for potential EF5 ratings. In addition to tornadoes, dust storms led to dangerous highway conditions, resulting in multiple vehicle accidents that contributed to fatalities in Texas and Kansas. Wildfires in Oklahoma consumed over 170,000 acres and…

Officials in Oklahoma and Texas are warning of an increased fire risk next week as Oklahoma assesses the damage from devastating wildfires that occurred recently. A wildfire fueled by strong winds swept through the state, resulting in over 400 damaged homes. Residents, such as Jeremy Cook from Stillwater, evacuated their homes, only to return and find them destroyed. At least 74 homes around Stillwater have been lost, with fire crews struggling to contain the fires due to strong winds and low humidity. The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management reported four deaths linked to the fires and severe winds, including a…

Maximo Napa, a 61-year-old Peruvian fisherman, was found alive after spending 94 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean. Rescued on an Ecuadorian island, Napa survived by eating cockroaches, birds, and turtles. He expressed gratitude for being alive, particularly for his mother and his two-month-old granddaughter. After his rescue on a small, unanchored boat that lost its way due to bad weather, he was hospitalized but was discharged later, reportedly in good health. Napa’s rescue sparked hope in his family, which had remained optimistic throughout his ordeal. This incident follows a string of other survival stories at sea, including other individuals…

Scientists are exploring the possibility that powerful cosmic events, such as supernovae from nearby giant stars, may have played a role in Earth’s past mass extinction events. Recent research from Kiel University has linked two significant extinction events—the late Devonian (372 million years ago) and the Ordovician (445 million years ago)—to potential supernova activity. These events saw drastic reductions in biodiversity, with the Devonian period eliminating around 70% of species and the Ordovician period 60% of marine life. The researchers have conducted a “census” of giant stars, finding frequencies of supernovae within roughly 3,260 light years from Earth that coincide…

In 2025, the Social Security Equality Act was enacted, allowing retirees, particularly those in public service roles, to enhance their monthly benefits by repealing the restrictive Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). Previously, these provisions significantly reduced or eliminated Social Security benefits for workers such as teachers, firefighters, and police officers, who hadn’t paid Social Security taxes but were eligible for pensions. With the removal of WEP and GPO, many retirees can now potentially receive an increased monthly benefit of up to $1,071. This change not only rectifies past inequalities but also helps to ensure a more…

The Cincinnati Bengals have finalized contract extensions for star wide receivers Ja’marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Ja’marr Chase’s new deal is a four-year extension worth $161 million, making it one of the richest in NFL history and averaging between $40.2 million and $41 million per season. Tee Higgins’ extension is a four-year deal for $115 million. These contracts solidify the Bengals’ offensive core, including quarterback Joe Burrow, whose annual salary is $55 million. Chase, 25, had a stellar 2024 season, leading the league in touchdowns (17), receptions (127), and receiving yards (1,708), making him a recipient of the “triple crown”…

Japan is experiencing a significant increase in international tourism, particularly in notable cities like Kyoto, where the influx of foreign visitors to famous sites has surged between 2023 and 2024. Popular attractions such as the Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari Shrine saw visitor rates rise by at least 24%, with specific sites noting increases as high as 46%. In contrast, the number of Japanese visitors to these locations has dropped significantly. A study by the Kyoto City Government revealed that while foreign tourist numbers skyrocketed, Japanese attendance at these landmarks decreased, with some attractions experiencing declines of over 40%.…