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Dismissed juror says Trump ‘looked less orange’ in person: One of the potential jurors who was dismissed from former President Trump’s hush money trial in New ...
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Dismissed juror says Trump ‘looked less orange’ in person
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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Melania Trump says US ‘must unite’: Melania Trump is making a pitch for unity and says the “safety” of Americans would be her prime concern if her husband ...
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Melania Trump says US ‘must unite’
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RFK Jr. qualifies for Michigan ballot: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has qualified as a 2024 presidential candidate in the battleground state of Michigan ...
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RFK Jr. qualifies for Michigan ballot
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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Bears CEO Kevin Warren purchased a $1.75M Streeterville condo last summer: The condo that Warren and his wife purchased offers an open-concept living and dining ...
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Bears CEO Kevin Warren purchased a $1.75M Streeterville condo last summer
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Senate tosses Mayorkas impeachment articles as Rick Scott calls for full trial: The U.S. Senate voted to dismiss both impeachment articles without either side ...
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Senate tosses Mayorkas impeachment articles as Rick Scott calls for full ...
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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Israel’s war on Gaza live: Toll rises amid ‘Israeli hit’ on Iran’s Isfahan: Gaza’s Health Ministry says that 42 people were killed and 63 injured in the past 24 ...
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Israel’s war on Gaza live: Toll rises amid ‘Israeli hit’ on Iran’s Isfahan
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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Jesse Ventura claims he could beat Biden, Trump in hypothetical match-up: Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura (I) said he could beat both President Biden and ...
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Jesse Ventura claims he could beat Biden, Trump in hypothetical match-up
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OJ Simpson dead: Disgraced former NFL player dies at 76: The NFL star-turned-actor was acquitted of the murder of his wife Nicole in a trial that captured the ...
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OJ Simpson dead: Disgraced former NFL player dies at 76
Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
  • O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.

  • Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.

  • Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.

  • Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
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A White House dinner, a slot at Coachella — Yoasobi is having a great week: J-pop's Ikura and Ayase say they had to cut their hair and learn English for a string ...
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A White House dinner, a slot at Coachella — Yoasobi is having a great week
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White House: Iran’s attack on Israel was ‘spectacular and embarrassing failure’: Iran’s massive aerial attack on Israel was a “spectacular and embarrassing ...
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White House: Iran’s attack on Israel was ‘spectacular and embarrassing ...
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Greene says she doesn’t care if ‘Speaker’s office becomes a revolving door’: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said Thursday she doesn’t care if the “Speaker’s ...
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Greene says she doesn’t care if ‘Speaker’s office becomes a revolving ...
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A Famous Troll Went After Jeff Bezos’ Girlfriend This Week. He Should Have.: I really don't think Lauren Sánchez needs that much defending.
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A Famous Troll Went After Jeff Bezos’ Girlfriend This Week. He Should Have ...
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‘We have to beg for permission’: Why there isn’t more African talent in the Matildas
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‘We have to beg for permission’: Why there isn’t more African talent in ...
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Trump Whines About ‘Freezing’ Courtroom While Thumbing Through Giant Stack of Op-Eds
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Trump Whines About ‘Freezing’ Courtroom While Thumbing Through Giant Stack ...
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Amid increased pressure, Hamas leadership mulls leaving Qatar | LIVE UPDATES: Haniyeh, the top Hamas official in Qatar, to meet with Turkey’s Islamist president ...
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Amid increased pressure, Hamas leadership mulls leaving Qatar | LIVE ...
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Anaheim approves DisneylandForward, paving way for decades of new experiences: The city is set to get more than $100 million in community benefits from Disney in ...
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Anaheim approves DisneylandForward, paving way for decades of new ...
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Yulia Navalnaya Appears on Time's '100 Most Influential People' List: Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of late Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny ...
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Yulia Navalnaya Appears on Time's '100 Most Influential People' List
Quick Glance: The Legacy of Alexei Navalny: An Interview with Yulia Navalnaya
  • The sudden death of Alexei Navalny has shaken a revolutionary movement and deeply affected his family and friends.

  • Yulia Navalnaya continues her husband's commitment to fight against Putin's regime.

  • She discusses the tragedy, her decision to lead the opposition movement, and the ongoing threat posed by the regime.

  • The Russian opposition unites around the memory of Alexei Navalny and the struggle for a democratic Russia.
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Johnson turns to Democrats on Ukraine aid amid ouster threat: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will lean heavily on Democrats to move a series of bills in the coming ...
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Johnson turns to Democrats on Ukraine aid amid ouster threat
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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How-to-keep-your-tv-in-good-condition-things-id-never-do-as-a-tv-expert: From messing with the contrast to spraying furniture polish on the screen ...
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Why Is Trump Confusing Jimmy Kimmel With Al Pacino All of a Sudden?: The morning after Kimmel roasted him over his tanking Truth Social stock price and ...
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Why Is Trump Confusing Jimmy Kimmel With Al Pacino All of a Sudden?
Quick Glance: Trump Mixes Up Jimmy Kimmel and Al Pacino in Rant
  • Former President Donald Trump recently mixed up Jimmy Kimmel and actor Al Pacino in a bizarre rant on social media about Kimmel's hosting of the 2024 Academy Awards.

  • Trump claims Kimmel experienced a 'classic blackout' at the Oscars and forgot to say the famous mandatory line 'AND THE WINNER IS.'

  • Kimmel responded to Trump's mix-up with a humorous comment, referencing Trump's self-proclaimed status as a 'very stable genius' in 2018.

  • Trump's rant about Kimmel seems to be in response to his monologue on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' discussing Trump's declining wealth and hush money trial.
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Russian strike kills at least 14 as Ukraine’s air defenses struggle again to protect cities
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Russian strike kills at least 14 as Ukraine’s air defenses struggle again ...
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
  • At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

  • Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

  • Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

  • A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
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Civil War is an empty B-movie masquerading as something of substance: Alex Garland’s speculative and apolitical action film might be a box office hit but it’s a ...
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Civil War is an empty B-movie masquerading as something of substance
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Biden to close ‘gun-show loophole’ and expand background checks for firearms: New rule comes under legislation passed after Uvalde, Texas, shooting.
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Quick Glance: Biden Administration Implements Stricter Background Checks for Gun Dealers
  • A new rule by the Biden administration will require thousands of gun dealers to conduct background checks on buyers to close a legal loophole.

  • President Biden emphasizes that the measure aims to keep guns away from domestic abusers and felons to save lives.

  • The law mandates that sellers primarily engaged in selling firearms for profit must be federally licensed and perform checks.

  • Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.
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Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi Moved From Prison to House Arrest Due to Heat: Myanmar’s jailed former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house ...
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Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi Moved From Prison to House Arrest Due to Heat
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Maine joins effort to elect president by popular vote with new law : Maine will become the latest state to join an interstate effort to elect the nation’s ...
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Maine joins effort to elect president by popular vote with new law 
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Here are the witnesses expected at Trump’s hush money trial: NEW YORK — Former President Trump is set to come face-to-face with a lineup of witnesses in his ...
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Here are the witnesses expected at Trump’s hush money trial
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White House to announce new sanctions on Iran following Israel airstrike: White House will be imposing new sanctions on Iran, targeting Tehran’s missile and ...
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White House to announce new sanctions on Iran following Israel airstrike
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Netflix to hide its subscriber numbers starting in 2025: Netflix says that it no longer will give regular updates about how many paid subscriber it has ...
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Netflix to hide its subscriber numbers starting in 2025
Quick Glance: Netflix to Cease Reporting Subscriber Numbers from 2025
  • Netflix will no longer report subscriber numbers starting from the first quarter of 2025. The announcement came with the first quarter 2024 results where Netflix exceeded expectations.

  • Despite the success in the first quarter, Netflix shares dropped over 4.5% after-hours upon revealing the decision to stop reporting quarterly subscriber totals.

  • The choice to discontinue reporting quarterly membership numbers or average revenue per member is based on Netflix's belief that engagement time is the best indicator of customer satisfaction.

  • Netflix plans to announce major subscriber milestones but will halt reporting quarterly subscriber numbers and shift investor focus towards time-spent-viewing metrics.