Happy Saturday! On this date in 1776, Rhode Island became the first of the thirteen colonies to renounce its allegiance to King George III. Ironically, Rhode Island would be the last state to ratify the new American Constitution more than 14 years later.
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Blue Collar Jobs in High Demand
Blue-collar workers in the U.S. labor market are in higher demand than “knowledge-based” white-collar professionals, economists say.
Employment data indicates a higher unemployment rate for professional and business services workers and a lower one for people who work in manufacturing.
The U.S. isn’t the only country experiencing the trend. Australia, Canada, and the U.K. are also struggling to fill roles like mechanics, nurses, and electricians.
According to Indeed, nurses, mechanics, sales, customer service, and retail are among the most searched-for job resumes in the U.S.
Anti-Israel Arrests Eclipse 2,400
Anti-Israel demonstrations have led to more than 2,400 arrests since April 17, as 46 universities across the country continue to contend with encampments and building takeovers.
Police presence is ongoing on multiple campuses, including NYU and The New School in New York. At least 30 were arrested at Portland State University, where protesters barricaded themselves inside a library. International protests have also been reported as demonstrators are organizing in London, Paris, Rome, Sydney, and Tokyo.
The continued turmoil has caused several colleges to hire extra security and staff to protect students and families during upcoming graduation ceremonies. Officials say disruptions won’t be tolerated, and some have designated areas as protest zones.
Air Force Flies AI-Piloted Jet
The Air Force demonstrated the capabilities of an artificial intelligence-controlled fighter jet Friday, sending Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall up in an experimental F-16 to simulate an aerial dogfight with a human pilot. See footage of the flight here.
The Air Force acknowledged that their AI technology was not fully developed, but it has plans for 1,000 unmanned warplanes operating by 2028.
Called Vista, the F-16 took Kendall on an hour-long flight above Edwards Air Force Base in California. While in the air, Vista “battled” with a second human-piloted F-16, maneuvering at more than 500 mph, passing within 1,000 feet of each other.
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➤The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs in April, lower than the expected 240,000 new jobs, and the unemployment rate climbed to 3.9%. (More)
➤ Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed bipartisan legislation Thursday, extending the state’s certification deadline and ensuring President Biden will appear on November’s general election ballot. (More)
➤A former federal employee was charged Friday with making false statements to the FBI, claiming seven of his co-workers in the intelligence community were part of the January 6th events at the Capitol. (More)
➤Representative Henry Cuellar, a Texas Democrat, and his wife were indicted on charges of bribery and money laundering by the Justice Department Friday, linking the couple to the Azerbaijan government and a Mexican bank. (More)
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➤ The Los Angeles Lakers fired second year head coach Darvin Ham Friday, days after the Lakers were eliminated by the Denver Nuggets for the second straight season. (More)
➤ Three-time U.S. Open winner Tiger Woods has accepted a special exemption to play in next month’s U.S. Open. It’s the first major Woods hasn’t qualified for since 1996. (More)
➤ Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley is under investigation by the NBA for throwing a basketball at a group of fans during the final minute of a 120-98 loss to the Indiana Pacers Thursday night. (See Video)
➤ The Tri-City Chili Peppers, a minor league baseball team in Virginia, will hold the first ever “cosmic baseball” night on June 1, playing under black lights with UV-reactive equipment to create a glow-in-the-dark effect. (See Video)
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➤ #1: Forbes searched the country and found the richest resident in every state. Their combined wealth is a staggering $1.6 trillion, $100 billion more than last year. (See List)
➤#2: Forbes also put together a list of the “new Ivies”—ten public universities and ten non-Ivy private schools, turning out smart, driven graduates more prepared than their Ivy League counterparts. (See List)
➤ #3: From the 70,000-square-foot Woodlea home in New York to North Carolina’s 175,000 square-foot Biltmore Estate, these are the largest homes in America. (See List)
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➤ A record number of sea lions, headed south for mating season, made a temporary stop at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf to feast on anchovies, biologists say. (See Video)
➤ An orangutan named “Rakus” was observed treating a facial wound with a tropical plant, revealing how some animals use remedies found in the wild, scientists say. (More)
➤ Billionaire Bill Ackman donated $10,000 to a GoFundMe account set up for fraternity members at UNC to throw a party after they protected the American flag from anti-Israel protestors. (More)
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Which is the most iconic American racing competition?
Kentucky Derby: 30%
Indianapolis 500: 26.2%
Daytona 500: 14%
Iditarod: 8.5%
Boston Marathon: 8.1%
America’s Cup: 6.8%
Other: 6.3%
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— Hope Hicks on what it was like to work for former President Trump.
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Which popular nursery rhyme was based on a true story?
Blue Collar Jobs in High Demand
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