NEWS AND OPINION:

A white powder believed to be cocaine was found within the White House library earlier this week — and the press solely turned aware of the story some 48 hours later. Here are just some of the headlines that erupted within the aftermath on Tuesday, some originating from abroad information organizations:

“Wild West Wing: Suspected cocaine found at the White House” (Rolling Stone); “Bag it up: Washington, D.C., fireman discovers cocaine at the White House” (National Review); “Substance found in White House library tests positive for cocaine” (New York Post); “Secret Service investigating ‘white, powdery substance’ found in West Wing” (NBC News); and “Secret Service examining how suspected cocaine ended up at the White House” (The New York Times).

And listed here are just a few extra: “Suspicious powder found at the White House when Biden was gone was cocaine, AP sources say” (Associated Press); “White House evacuated after cocaine found by Secret Service” (The Telegraph); and “Suspicious substance found in White House prompts investigation by Secret Service, sparks memes” (Hindustan Times).

ATTENTION GEORGE JETSON

It flies, and now it’s airworthy.

Alex Aeronautics, a California-based “mobility company” unveiled their design for the “Alef Model A” flying automobile in October — and has since acquired 440 pre-orders for the airborne automobile from each intrigued people and curious firms.

The Model A — priced round $300,000 — will be pushed on common roads and provides a vertical takeoff and touchdown functionality.

There’s some important information for the Alef now.

It has acquired a “Special Airworthiness Certification” from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, marking the primary time a automobile of this nature has acquired authorized approval to fly from the U.S. authorities, in accordance with the corporate.

“We’re excited to receive this certification. It allows us to move closer to bringing people an environmentally friendly and faster commute, saving individuals and companies hours each week. This is a one small step for planes, one giant step for cars,” Jim Dukhovny, CEO of Alef, mentioned in a written assertion.

Find details about all of it at Alef.aero.

FOR THE LEXICON

“Biden Crisis Response Survey.”

This phrase involves us from the Republican National Committee, which certainly has provided an internet survey for individuals who wish to weigh in on President Biden’s job efficiency at this level.

“The chairwoman requests your response,” the message states, accompanied by a picture of Republican National Committee chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.

“How well do you think Biden has handled crises while in office?” the message continues.

Meanwhile, there are six questions to contemplate, centered on the surge of migrants on the southern border, inflation, power independence, the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 and different issues

“Submit your answers and help stop Biden’s radical agenda now. Thank you and God bless you,” Mrs. McDaniel says in closing her message.

FLORIDA TAKES A STAND

Florida’s public universities may have a tougher time accepting grants or working with the People’s Republic of China and different ‘countries of concern’ as a consequence of a just lately enacted state regulation, in accordance with an evaluation launched Tuesday by the College Fix, a student-written publication.

“Florida Senate Bill 846, which became effective on July 1, prohibits ‘state universities and state colleges from accepting grants from or participating in partnerships or agreements with a college or university based in a foreign country of concern or with a foreign principal unless specified conditions are met,’ according to the legislative summary. It also requires the Board of Governors to approve partnerships with foreign countries or other entities,” the evaluation mentioned.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the laws as a part of a package deal of payments geared toward counteracting the good “geopolitical threat” from “the malign influence of the Chinese Communist Party in the state of Florida,” in accordance with a information launch from the governor’s workplace.

“I’m proud to sign this legislation to stop the purchase of our farmland and land near our military bases and critical infrastructure by Chinese agents, to stop sensitive digital data from being stored in China, and to stop CCP influence in our education system from grade school to grad school,” Mr. DeSantis mentioned in a written assertion.

“We are following through on our commitment to crack down on Communist China,” the governor famous.

A GETAWAY TO CONSIDER

“Cruise through 200 years of American maritime history cruising the Great Lakes,” advises National Trust Tours, which focuses on traditionally minded excursions each right here and overseas.

“Admire magnificent coastal scenery and discover nearly two centuries of North American innovation and maritime history on this one-of-a-kind cruise itinerary from Toronto to Milwaukee featuring all five Great Lakes,” says the group, which payments the week-long getaway as “a closer to home tour.”

The group is a part of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, discovered at SavingPlaces.org. Find the excursions at NationalTrustTours.com.

They additionally supply personal jet, small boat, biking, riverboat, and ocean voyages, amongst others decisions. Destinations embrace Asia, Africa, North America, Europe, South America and Antarctica — plus “amazing food tours.”

POLL DU JOUR

• 56% of small enterprise homeowners within the U.S. say “living comfortably” signifies that they've achieved the “American Dream.”

• 54% say “feeling happy in life” signifies they've achieved the American Dream.

• 49% cite “freedom to follow my passion” as an indicator.

• 45% cite “owning a home” as an indicator.

• 39% cite “being my own boss” as an indicator.

SOURCE: A GoDaddy/Venture Forward survey of 1,000 small enterprise homeowners within the U.S. with 50 staff or much less, performed June 1-30.

• Helpful data to jharper@washingtontimes.com.

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