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Judge rules Trump DHS plan for 50% FEMA staffing cuts unlawful

Judge rules Trump DHS plan for 50% FEMA staffing cuts unlawful

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's plan to cut staffing at FEMA by 50% was unlawful. The decision, issued late Friday, is a win for labor groups who sued, arguing the plan violated congressional protections for FEMA's independence. The …

The News Flicker·September 13, 2026

The sound of healing

The sound of healing

T Sreevalsan J Menon views music as a spiritual pursuit beyond mere entertainment. He believes in the mystical nature of musical expression and its profound impact. Menon emphasizes inclusivity in Carnatic music, drawing from folk traditions. He sees art as a…

The News Flicker·September 12, 2026

15 hours, 26 minutes of iron will

15 hours, 26 minutes of iron will

After an exhausting fifteen-hour struggle against fatigue and unforgiving elements, Arunjith Unnikrishnan completed the Ironman 140.6 race in Estonia. This remarkable achievement represents the culmination of a six-year journey towards personal fitness and ma…

The News Flicker·September 12, 2026

Handheld Linux computer offers i.MX95, Wi-Fi 6 and M.2 expansion

Handheld Linux computer offers i.MX95, Wi-Fi 6 and M.2 expansion

Mecha’s Comet is a modular Linux handheld built around a 3.92-inch AMOLED touchscreen and offered with either an NXP i.MX8M Plus or i.MX95 processor, along with expandable storage, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and a magnetic 40-pin interface for keyboard, gamepad,…

The News Flicker·September 12, 2026

Saudi Arabia faces mounting threats from Iran and Yemen's Houthis

Saudi Arabia faces mounting threats from Iran and Yemen's Houthis

Houthi rebels in Yemen are advancing toward a crucial trade chokepoint. Attacks blamed on Iraqi militias forced the closure of a major pipeline. Iran and its allies are unleashing a nightmare scenario for Saudi Arabia and unsettling global markets. Control ov…

The News Flicker·September 12, 2026