Justice Department announces new rule to regulate pistol-stabilizing braces

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US 'not involved in any offensive operation' after Israel carries retaliatory attacks against Iran

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UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...

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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership

In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.

The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.

The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.

Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.

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Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...

apnews.com/article/mayorkas-senate-impeachment-trial-democrats-29aa775c0e866f4160f320583f261a72

Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas

The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.

With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.

Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.

Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.

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Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...

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Watch: Teen jailed after posting videos of himself dancing with gun: A teenage gunman who was caught showing off with a gun in mobile phone footage has been ...

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Prison relief for ex-RAF terrorist: Prison management lifts solitary confinement for Klette

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Shooting, Indian Olympic trials: Esha Singh, Bhavesh Shekhawat lead in respective 25m pistol events

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Why the world needs socially awkward people: As a kid, Ty Tashiro was an awkward stats nerd. Now, as a social scientist, he explains why the characteristics that ...

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Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos

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Julia Navalnaya awarded media freedom prize: Alexei Navalny's widow has been awarded the Media Freedom Prize. CDU leader Friedrich Merz praised Navalnaya as a ...

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College is hard enough — try doing it while raising kids: More than 5 million college students are also parents. But many colleges do little to support them ...

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Salman Khan's firing case has links to Portugal; here's the timeline of events

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Quick Glance: Salman Khan Departs India - Spotted at Airport After Gunfire Incident

Salman Khan was seen at Mumbai airport under heightened security. Accompanied by his bodyguard Shera and other police officials, the superstar left the country for the first time after the firearms incident.

Actor Salman Khan was seen at Mumbai airport on a Friday morning as he traveled abroad with his team. This marked his first international trip since the shooting outside his house last weekend. Surrounded by heavy security upon entering the airport with his team and Shera, Salman stepped stylishly out of his armored car. He kept a lookout as he was photographed by paparazzi.

Salman sported a simple full-sleeved t-shirt and loose jeans as he entered the airport. Reports suggest he was traveling to Dubai amidst security concerns related to the Bishnoi gang. This departure followed Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's recent visit and security assurance.

Following the meeting with Salman and his family, Maha CM reassured the media that every Mumbai citizen is safe under the government's protection and the efforts of Mumbai police. The Shiv Sena leader mentioned plans to dismantle the gang responsible for the incident.

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Man in custody following firearm, ammo seizure in Kingston: KINGSTON, Jamaica— A man was taken into custody after a .45 pistol with a magazine containing seven ...

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Lahad Datu teen shooting: Pistol was stored in locked cupboard: KOTA KINABALU: The pistol that caused the death of Lahad Datu OCPD's teenage daughter was ...

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Cops: Suspect bought new pistol for RM5K days before KLIA shooting: Investigators say alleged shooter purchased Glock 19 from Thai national.

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Afghanistan: The latest on the Taliban takeover: Since the Taliban took power on August 15, 2021, living conditions for girls and women have deteriorated ...

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Donald Trump: How he becomes the star of a political thriller: A criminal trial that would make screenwriters green with envy begins in New York ...

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AfD in Thuringia: How can the rule of law be protected?: Constitutional lawyers warn that the AfD could soon paralyze the political system in Thuringia - and for ...

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Child sexual abuse content growing online with AI-made images, report says: More children and families extorted with AI-made photos and videos ...

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Rock icon slams Taylor Swift: ‘Not important’: Fan footage has shown the carefree moment Travis Kelce lifts Taylor Swift over his head during a Dom Dolla set at ...

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Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'

Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'

Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.

She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.

Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.

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'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentencing: Watch live: A movie weapons supervisor has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for the fatal shooting of a ...

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Quick Glance: 'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months in Fatal Shooting

Former 'Rust' movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the New Mexico District Court Judge.

The incident that shocked the film industry is believed to mark the first instance in recent history of a member of a film crew or cast being fatally injured by a live round mistakenly loaded into a firearm.

Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July 10 following his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in January.

Initially, Hutchins' death led to a halt in the use of real firearms and blank ammunition by US film and television productions, but many have resumed usage due to the authenticity they provide.

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After 100 Years, Lake Tahoe Is Seeing An Old Friend: The Sandhill Crane: Sandhill cranes are returning to the Lake Tahoe basin after a century long hiatus in ...

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Trial kicks off with a setback for ex-President Trump: For the first time in US history, a criminal trial against an ex-president has begun ...

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Librarians fear new penalties, even prison, as activists challenge books: Across the country, book bans and attempted bans have soared to the highest levels in ...

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Boomers Bought Up the Big Homes. Now They’re Not Budging.: Many empty-nesters are staying put rather than downsizing, keeping housing inventory tight in a market ...

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Caitlin Clark Takes Down Michael Che Over His Women's Sports Digs On 'Weekend Update'

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9mm semi-automatic used in KLIA shooting, says IGP: PETALING JAYA: A 9mm semi-automatic pistol is believed to have been used in the shooting at the arrival hall ...

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Letitia James Celebrates Two Wins in One Week: James reached an agreement with Stephen Affatato and his company, Affa Organics, after he destroyed parts of the ...

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Impending escalation: Israel's military on full alert due to possible Iranian retaliation

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Muslims as an electoral potential in the USA: Islam has been part of the nation since the USA was founded, and more and more immigrants from the Middle East and ...

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Shooting, Olympic qualifiers: Palak Gulia and Sainyam reach women’s 10m air pistol final

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Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador, sentenced to 15 years for serving as secret agent for Cuba

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Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba

Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.

Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.

The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.

The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.

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'Golden Bachelor' couple Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist announce they are divorcing

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Gun, ammo found in Onderneeming house – police: In an intelligence-led operation, police from Regional Division #2 found a .32 pistol with six live rounds in an ...

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BREAKING: The Republican-controlled US House of Representatives voted to reauthorize a controversial surveillance program ...

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Vortex on Berliner Straße in Ingolstadt: Young man with weapon reported: A young man with a pistol caused a stir at a hypermarket on Berliner Straße in ...

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Store robbed in Münster: Perpetrator holds a gun to the owner's head: An unknown perpetrator robbed a store in Münster on Tuesday morning. He threatened the ...

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Trend in the Graubünden shooting industry: The present is young and female: The female shooters in the canton of Graubünden have outperformed their male ...

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nnn.de

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Dog owner ensures SEK operation with pistol: In Rostock, a man threatened police officers with a pistol and barricaded himself in his apartment ...

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Augsburg: Was an Augsburg senior citizen kidnapped? Trial begins: According to the indictment, an attack on a senior citizen was an attempt to extort five ...

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The New Zealand Herald

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Man armed with imitation pistol, hatchet, went on month-long crime spree across Canterbury, jailed

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Olympic qualification: With women’s 10m air pistol bronze, Palak Gulia makes it 16 out of 16 pistol/rifle quotas for Paris Games

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Helldivers 2’s New Premium Warbond, Democratic Detonation, Out Now, Adds Exploding Crossbow, Grenade Pistol, and More - IGN

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Two Uttar Pradesh men arrested for attempt to murder Chennai doctor: Chennai, Apr 14 (PTI) A postgraduate medical student here had a narrow escape after a person ...

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Three men threaten with a gun and demand money: Three men in Frankfurt threaten another group of men with a weapon and demand money. Later ...

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Windisch: Man attacks Volg and threatens the sales staff with a pistol: Early on Saturday evening, an unknown perpetrator tried to attack the Volg in Windisch ...

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Neighbor threatened with a pistol: SEK operation in Paderborn-Benhausen: The SEK had to deploy twice in Paderborn on Thursday (April 12th). In addition to the ...

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Gun-shaped lighter triggers police operation in Pfaffenhofen: A car with a foreign license plate, a question about the nearest jewelry store and a pistol in the ...

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Admitted to psychiatric hospital after threats: Several SEK operations in Paderborn - two men are overwhelmed

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Dead Man’s Pistol make quarter-finals of roadshow competition: AN up-and-coming student band from the University of Winchester has made it to the quarter finals ...

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Ukraine, Israel aid bill on track as House pushes toward votes: The House has pushed a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U ...

Quick Glance: Ukraine, Israel Aid Bill Advances in House

The House has advanced a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian support with rare bipartisan support.

Speaker Mike Johnson implemented a strategy to secure support for wartime funding, especially for Ukraine in its battle against Russia.

President Joe Biden and even Republican presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump have endorsed the speaker's efforts.

To pass each bill, complex bipartisan coalitions need to be formed by Johnson due to his slim Republican majority in the House, relying on Democratic support.

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USA | New York: Man sets himself on fire in front of courthouse: Former President Donald Trump is on trial in New York. A man sets himself on fire in front of ...

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Quick Glance: Self-Immolation at Trump Trial in New York

During the significant legal proceedings against Donald Trump in New York, a man seemingly set himself on fire in front of the Manhattan courthouse on Friday. The incident occurred precisely at the moment when the jury composition was being established in the courtroom.

This initial criminal case against a former US President revolves around an alleged hush money payment to former porn star Stormy Daniels, which Trump purportedly attempted to conceal through the manipulation of business records. The verdict is anticipated before the November presidential election, where Trump aims to run against Joe Biden.

A pivotal aspect of the Trump trial is the selection of the jury to ensure impartiality. Despite expectations of a longer jury selection process, Judge Merchan is determined to expedite the proceedings.

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Man sets himself on fire outside Trump's Manhattan hush money trial: The motive in the incident, which was witnessed by reporters at the scene, remains unclear.

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Quick Glance: Incident Occurs Outside Courthouse During Trump's Trial

The trial involving former President Donald Trump in Manhattan commenced with jury selection.

A man set himself on fire in a nearby park while Trump was in court.

The individual sustained severe burns and was transported on a stretcher.

The connection between the incident and Trump's trial remained uncertain.

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Congress Speeds TikTok Ban Bill By Adding It To Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Aid Package

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Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite

The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.

EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.

The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.

The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.

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Lifetime Ban Sends Strong Message to ‘Stupid’ Would-Be NBA Gamblers: Coach: Commissioner Adam Silver sent a message to would-be NBA gamblers with his harsh ...

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Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach

Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.

The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.

NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.

Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.

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Trump trial live updates: Person taken away on stretcher after fire extinguished outside court

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Quick Glance: Trump Trial: Person Taken on Stretcher After Court Fire

A fire broke out outside a New York court as jury selection continued in Donald Trump's hush money case.

A person was rushed away on a stretcher after the fire was extinguished.

A full jury of 12 individuals and 6 alternates has been seated.

Jury selection is nearing completion, with opening statements expected to commence on Monday.

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Tesla recalls Cybertrucks over accelerator crash risk: The electric car company, run by Elon Musk, is recalling thousands of what is its latest vehicle.

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Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertrucks Recall Issued

Tesla responds to defective accelerator pedals in nearly 3,900 Cybertruck pickups causing unintended acceleration.

The recall involves Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 2023 and April 2024.

An unauthorized use of soap during the accelerator pedal assembly likely led to the defect.

Tesla voluntarily recalled the vehicles on April 12 due to two customer complaints.

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After Roe v Wade, alarms sound about emergency pregnancy care in U.S.: Complaints about pregnant women being turned away from emergency rooms spiked in the ...

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Quick Glance: Alarming Conditions in Emergency Pregnancy Care for Women in the US

Complaints surged about pregnant women being turned away from U.S. emergency rooms after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, as per federal documents.

The cases raise serious questions about emergency pregnancy care in the U.S., especially in states with strict abortion laws that sparked confusion about the treatment doctors can provide.

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Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti — uses a very slim blower design: We reported on the sighting of a single-slot Galax GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB blower ...

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Quick Glance: Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti with slim blower design

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers weak performance for the price, regardless of the memory configuration.

Potential buyers of the slim new Galax card should expect reference specs, including a 2,535 MHz boost clock.

The Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti performed similarly to its fatter iGame rival, despite the minor OC advantage.

The slim blower fan design from Galax enables the sleek design and doesn't seem to impact the performance level of a reference RTX 4060 Ti.

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Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China store under pressure from Beijing: Internet regulator orders delisting of two Meta-owned apps over ‘national ...

Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China

Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.

Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.

Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.

Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.

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LIVE: Donald Trump's criminal trial over hush money payment continues: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)

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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial

A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.

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Biden administration restricts oil and gas leasing in Alaska: The U.S. oil industry’s top lobbying group says Biden administration rules restricting oil and gas ...

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Max Azzarello's Last Instagram Post Before Lighting Himself on Fire: Azzarello posted three words over and over again just minutes before lighting himself on ...

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JPMorgan warns of need for ‘reality check’ on phasing out fossil fuels: US bank says higher interest rates, inflation and global conflict have dented outlook for ...

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Quick Glance: JPMorgan warns of Need for 'Reality Check' on Phasing out Fossil Fuels

JPMorgan warns of setbacks in transitioning to renewable energy due to higher interest rates, inflation, and global conflicts.

Investment in renewable energy currently offers subpar returns, potentially leading to social unrest.

JPMorgan forecasts increasing demand for oil and gas until 2030, highlighting challenges in transitioning to renewable energy.

Wood Mackenzie warns of the impact of higher interest rates on transitioning to a global net-zero economy, especially for renewables and nuclear power.

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Suspicion of Russian money payments: Video recordings are said to incriminate AfD politician Bystron

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Quick Glance: Suspected Russian Payments: Video Recordings Implicate AfD Politician Bystron

Czech authorities possess incriminating video footage of AfD politician Petr Bystron in Prague.

Bystron met with a businessman who operated a pro-Russian internet portal.

Audio recordings suggest that money was exchanged in packages.

Belgian authorities are also investigating due to suspected Russian interference in European elections.

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Kennedy family endorses Joe Biden for president in snub of RFK Jr: Kerry Kennedy compared Biden to her late father Robert F Kennedy - the former US senator and ...

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Quick Glance: Biden Receives Kennedy Family Endorsements in Philadelphia

President Joe Biden received endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Kerry Kennedy, daughter of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, niece of former President John F. Kennedy, and sister of the current presidential candidate, delivered the endorsements in Philadelphia, calling Biden her hero.

The decision to highlight the Kennedy family's support more than six months from Election Day indicates how seriously Biden's team is taking a long shot candidate using his last name's lingering Democratic magic.

Biden used the event to keep up the pressure on Trump, emphasizing the importance of the election not for himself, but to keep Trump out, stating the race was significant due to the potential consequences if they lose this election. The Kennedy family endorsements for Biden were hardly a surprise, as prominent members of the Democratic family did not politically align with Kennedy Jr.

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Oldest MLB player turns 100: Roomed with Yogi Berra, stymied Ted Williams: Yankees pitcher Art Schallock played for three World Series champions: “I thought it ...

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Google scraps minimum wage, benefits rules for suppliers and staffing firms: Alphabet Inc's Google on Friday said it will roll back requirements that U.S ...

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Quick Glance: Google to Remove Minimum Wage and Benefits Rules for Suppliers and Staffing Firms

Alphabet Inc's Google will roll back requirements for U.S. suppliers and staffing firms to pay their employees at least $15 an hour and provide health insurance and other benefits.

These updates are designed to comply with shifting U.S. and global labor regulations related to contingent workers.

The company is committed to ensuring vendors and staffing firms prioritize safe working conditions and compliance with legal standards.

This decision follows the U.S. National Labor Relations Board's ruling that Google is considered a 'joint employer' of workers from staffing firm Cognizant Technology Solutions.

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Someone screamed 'don't do it' before man set himself on fire - BBC reporter

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A contrarian take on the US inflation freakout: Not as bad as it looks — better for the Fed to keep calm, and carry on?

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Iran and Israel’s War Comes Out of the Shadows: Why Tehran’s Hard-Liners Chose to Escalate

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Taylor Swift reveals 'secret' double album in '2am surprise' - including track inspired by boyfriend Travis Kelce

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Israel and Iran pull back from the brink: While risk of immediate all-out war has been averted, the danger for Middle East has far from passed

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Quick Glance: Israel and Iran Step Back

Iran and Israel pull back after attacks, avoiding direct escalation

Both Iran and Israel have shown limited responses so far to prevent full-scale war

Region remains tense, conflict between Israel and Iran remains precarious and unpredictable

While both sides aim to avoid all-out war, the situation remains volatile and dangerous

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Tunde Onakoya: Nigerian attempts to break chess marathon record: The 29-year-old chess master hopes raise $1m for charity by playing for 58 consecutive hours.

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Democrats in Trump Districts Are Outraising Republicans in Biden Districts: Campaign committees for the five Democrats who represent districts that voted for ...

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Ukraine says it shot down Russian strategic bomber after strike kills nine: Russian officials says the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a ...

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Quick Glance: Ukraine shoots down Russian strategic bomber, nine killed

Russian officials say the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.

Ukraine's air force announced that they shot down a Russian strategic bomber with anti-aircraft missiles for the first time since the war began in 2022.

The bomber was downed in Russian airspace, 300km from Ukraine's border, after participating in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the death of at least nine people in the central region of Dnipropetrovsk.

NATO and the USA are planning to provide additional air defense systems to Ukraine for support.

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Kenya helicopter crash kills country's military chief: A military helicopter carrying senior military officers crashed and caught fire, killing ten people.

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Prince Harry confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is ...

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Haleigh Bryant, Aleah Finnegan lead LSU to NCAA gymanstics semifinal with 198.1125 score

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Lauren Boebert Gets Support for Becoming House Speaker: Representative Matt Gaetz said he believes the congresswoman would do a better job in the role than ...

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