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'Gaslighting' is Merriam-Webster's word of the year for 2022: NEW YORK (AP) — “Gaslighting” — behavior that's mind manipulating, grossly misleading ...
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Believe it – Merriam-Webster’s word of the year is ‘gaslighting’: The online dictionary chose "gaslighting," which it defines as "the act or practice of grossly ...
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How ‘gaslighting’ became Merriam-Webster’s word of the year: "In this age of misinformation — of ‘fake news,’ conspiracy theories, Twitter trolls ...
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'Gaslighting' is Merriam-Webster's word of the year for 2022: NEW YORK (AP) — “Gaslighting” — behavior that's mind manipulating, grossly misleading ...
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Believe it – Merriam-Webster’s word of the year is ‘gaslighting’: The online dictionary chose "gaslighting," which it defines as "the act or practice of grossly ...
cnn.com/2022/11/28/us/merriam-webster-word-year-2022-gaslighting-cec/
How ‘gaslighting’ became Merriam-Webster’s word of the year: "In this age of misinformation — of ‘fake news,’ conspiracy theories, Twitter trolls ...
washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2022/11/28/gaslighting-merriam-webster-word-year/
Is Merriam-Webster Gaslighting Us With Their Word of the Year?: Sorry, didn't we do this back in 2016? Or am I going crazy?
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Gaslighting is word of the year, says Merriam-Webster dictionary: Lookups of term for psychological manipulation of a person increased by 1,740% during 2022
theguardian.com/us-news/2022/nov/28/gaslighting-word-of-year-2022-merriam-webster-dictionary
‘Gaslighting’ Is Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year: Searches for the word rose significantly from a year earlier, as it was heard everywhere from Capitol Hill ...
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'Gaslighting' is Merriam-Webster's 2022 word of the year: Merriam-Webster has chosen "gaslighting" as its word of the year for 2022.
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Merriam-Webster picks 'gaslighting' as the 2022 word of the year
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‘Gaslighting’ is Merriam-Webster’s word of the year for 2022: Searches for this word on the dictionary's website increased 1,740% in 2022, surprising the editors ...
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'Gaslighting' is Merriam-Webster's word of 2022: "Gaslighting" — mind manipulating, grossly misleading, downright deceitful — is Merriam-Webster's word ...
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‘Gaslighting’ is Merriam-Webster’s word of the year for 2022: Lookups for the word on merriam-webster.com increased 1,740% in 2022 over the year before.
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New York court overturns Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction: The court ordered a retrial, ruling that the judge in Weinstein’s original trial improperly allowed ...
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Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Terry Anderson, AP reporter held captive in Lebanon for years, has died at 76: Terry Anderson, the globe-trotting Associated Press correspondent who became one ...
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A cluster of earthquakes shakes Taiwan after a strong one killed 13 earlier this month
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Malaysian Navy Helicopters Collide Midair, Killing 10: The two helicopters were rehearsing for a parade to celebrate the navy’s 90th anniversary.
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/world/asia/malaysia-navy-helicopters-crash.html
Quick Glance: Ten killed in collision of two Malaysian navy helicopters
- Ten people died on April 23 after two helicopters collided during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade.
- The victims, seven men and three women, were all crew members aboard the aircraft.
- The helicopters, a Fennec M502-6 and a HOM M503-3, crashed during a flypast rehearsal.
- An investigation will determine the cause of the incident, and the navy's anniversary celebrations will be postponed.
Hamas official who sought endless war after Oct. 7 says it could put down arms for 2-state deal
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2024 NFL draft: Everything you need to know, including when the Chicago Bears pick and how you can watch
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Quick Glance: Caleb Williams: From Mistake to NFL Success
- Caleb Williams, the University of Southern California quarterback, was selected as the top pick in this year's NFL Draft. His exceptional performance on the field can be attributed to a crucial game situation at the age of nine.
- Emotions overwhelmed Caleb Williams as he faced a challenge in his first game as quarterback for the Bowie Bulldogs in Maryland. Despite being only nine years old at the time, these obstacles proved to be valuable lessons for his development.
- A pivotal moment in Williams' athletic career occurred three years later while playing for the Bowie Elite. Following a disappointing performance in a playoff game, his mindset shifted, laying the foundation for his future success.
- Through hard work and dedication, Caleb Williams has made a name for himself. His determination and leadership skills have significantly influenced not only his own game but also that of his teammates, ultimately leading to his selection as the top pick in the NFL Draft.
Terry Anderson, AP reporter who became one of America's longest-held hostages, has died
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/21/nation/terry-anderson-associated-press-reporter-dies/
Quick Glance: Terry Anderson, Reporter Held Hostage, Dies at 76
- Terry Anderson, the American journalist held hostage in Beirut for over six years in the 1980s, has passed away at the age of 76.
- He was abducted by Islamic militants and was the final captive among 18 hostages to be released.
- The kidnappers aimed to pressure the Reagan administration to support illegal arms sales to Iran, leading to the Iran-Contra scandal.
- After being freed, Anderson married his fiancée and met his daughter for the first time.
Lori and George Schappell, Long-Surviving Conjoined Twins, Die at 62: They were distinct people who pursued different lives. “Get past this already, everybody ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/health/lori-george-schappell-dead.html
Bear Cub Rescued From Pond After Being Yanked Out Of Tree For Photos: A group of people in North Carolina will not face charges for grabbing two bear cubs from a ...
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U.S. government to pay $138.7M settlement over FBI's botched Larry Nassar assault allegations
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Quick Glance: US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Mishandling of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations
- The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with over 100 individuals who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016.
- A total of $1 billion has now been allocated by various organizations to compensate numerous women who were victims of Nassar's assaults disguised as sports injury treatments.
- FBI Director Christopher Wray expressed regret for the agency's inaction despite being aware of allegations against Nassar for over a year, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for the survivors.
- The settlements aim to provide critical support for the victims of Nassar's crimes to aid in their healing process, with the Justice Department agreeing to settle 139 claims in response to the agreement.
USC Cancels Jon M. Chu and Billie Jean King as Featured Guests for Graduation: Jon M. Chu, the director of “Crazy Rich Asians,” and Billie Jean King were set to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/us/usc-graduation-commencement-guests.html
Cicadas Are Emerging Now. How Do They Know When to Come Out?: Scientists are making computer models to better understand how the mysterious insects emerge ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/science/why-do-cicadas-emerge.html
Former LSU guard Hailey Van Lith says she hasn't committed to TCU. Here's where things stand.
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Donald Trump's hush-money trial: Here are the key players: Here's a look at the key players in the historic first criminal trial of a former US president.
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/22/nation/donald-trump-hush-money-trial-key-players/
Quick Glance: Trump's Attempt to Influence 2016 Election: Hush Money Trial Begins
- An prosecutor alleges that Donald Trump tried to illegally influence the 2016 election by preventing damaging stories about his personal life from becoming public.
- The trial, potentially lasting up to two months, will require Trump to spend his days in a courtroom instead of on the campaign trail.
- The indictment includes 34 counts of falsifying business records, punishable by up to four years in prison.
- The case sheds light on efforts to suppress stories, known as 'Catch-and-Kill' in tabloid industry, to prevent potentially damaging revelations.
More Americans worried about climate change, but few think Biden's climate law will help, AP-NORC poll says
pbs.org/newshour/politics/more-americans-worried-about-climate-change-but-few-think-bidens-climate-law-will-help-ap-norc-poll-says
OJ Simpson, fallen football hero acquitted of murder in 'trial of the century,' dies at 76
ajc.com/news/nation-world/oj-simpson-fallen-football-hero-acquitted-of-murder-in-trial-of-the-century-dies-at-76/P7Z67EBWINDZVDLTBSJB4M26NU/
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.
Dutch privacy watchdog recommends government organisations stop using Facebook: The Dutch privacy watchdog AP on Friday said it was recommending that government ...
reuters.com/world/europe/dutch-privacy-watchdog-recommends-government-organisations-stop-using-facebook-2024-04-19/
Johnson, GOP lawmakers heckled at combative Columbia event: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Republican lawmakers were repeatedly and loudly heckled during a ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4619155-johnson-gop-lawmakers-heckled-columbia/
Quick Glance: Contentious Press Conference: Johnson and GOP Lawmakers Heckled at Columbia
- A press conference at Columbia University was marked by loud heckling against Republican Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP lawmakers who condemned antisemitism and pro-Palestine demonstrations on the campus.
- The GOP lawmakers faced boos from protesters and struggled to be heard as they criticized the treatment of Jewish students on the campus and directly addressed the student demonstrators.
- Johnson and his GOP colleagues called for the resignation of Columbia University President Minouche Shafik, resulting in loud boos from the audience.
- After an Orthodox rabbi advised Jewish students to return home, the university announced a shift to hybrid learning for the remainder of the semester until the situation on and around campus significantly improved.
Only 1 in 3 US adults think Trump acted illegally in New York hush money case, poll shows
bostonherald.com/2024/04/16/only-1-in-3-us-adults-think-trump-acted-illegally-in-new-york-hush-money-case-poll-shows/
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.
Fake Priest Who Targeted Churches Across U.S. Is Arrested, Sheriff Says: Law enforcement agencies had been on the lookout for a serial burglar who was posing as ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/fake-priest-arrested-california.html
Biden marks Earth Day by going after GOP, announcing $7 billion in federal solar power grants
seattletimes.com/business/biden-is-marking-earth-day-by-announcing-7-billion-in-federal-solar-power-grants/
Ship that caused Baltimore bridge collapse had apparent electrical issues while still docked: AP source
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/ship-that-caused-balimote-bridge-collapse-had-apparent-electrical-issues-while-still-docked-ap-source.html
Quick Glance: Investigation of Key Bridge Incident
- The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation focusing on the colossal container vessel that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore last month.
- Authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the Dali, a 985-foot Singaporean ship, losing power as it departed from the Port of Baltimore and colliding with one of the bridge's support pillars.
- Federal agents appeared to have boarded the ship on Monday morning to conduct a search.
- President Biden and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) have expressed their commitment to hold accountable any entities potentially responsible for the bridge's destruction.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals raided by Israel
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
The windmill sails at Paris’ iconic Moulin Rouge have collapsed. No injuries are reported
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Quick Glance: Unexpected Collapse of Moulin Rouge Windmill Blades in Paris
- The red windmill blades of the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret collapsed unexpectedly onto the street.
- The cabaret's technicians conduct routine checks on the windmill mechanism, so far without any issues.
- The fire department verified that the collapse resulted in no injuries.
- The Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris is renowned for its iconic red windmill blades and is a popular landmark.
Migrants indicted in Texas over alleged border breach after judge dismissed charges
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Trump’s Fourth Attempt At Delaying Hush Money Trial Denied By Judge, Report Says: The trial is scheduled to begin Monday, with Trump legally required to attend.
forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2024/04/12/trumps-fourth-attempt-at-delaying-hush-money-trial-denied-by-judge-report-says/
Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial
- The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.
- Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.
- The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.
- A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.
Tennessee Approves Bill Punishing Adults Who Help Minors Receive Gender-Affirming Care, Report Says
forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2024/04/25/tennessee-approves-bill-punishing-adults-who-help-minors-receive-gender-affirming-care-report-says/
Unstoppable Scottie Scheffler wins another Masters green jacket: The 27-year-old Scheffler is the fourth-youngest player to have two green jackets.
dallasnews.com/sports/golf/2024/04/14/unstoppable-scottie-scheffler-wins-another-masters-green-jacket/
UN food program agrees to assist in Gaza aid distribution using sea route: The United Nations’ World Food Program (WFP) agreed to deliver aid to residents in ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4608168-un-food-program-agrees-assist-gaza-aid-distribution-sea-route/
How The New York Times Became the White House’s Least Favorite Paper: Biden’s people think they’re “entitled." The Times says “they’re not being realistic.”
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/04/25/new-york-times-biden-white-house-00154219
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Says His Brother Was Called A Racial Slur During A Game
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Suspect in home break-in was ‘targeting’ Karen Bass: Prosecutor: A suspect in a recent break-in at the home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) is believed to ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4617551-suspect-in-home-break-in-was-targeting-karen-bass-prosecutor/
Track Will Be First Sport to Pay Olympic Gold Medalists: Winners in Paris will get $50,000 each from track and field’s governing body, as Olympic amateurism ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/10/sports/olympics/paris-olympics-track-field-prize-money.html
Quick Glance: World Athletics Introduces Prize Money for Olympic Champions
- World Athletics has announced it will be the first federation to award prize money at the Olympic Games, with a total prize pot of $2.4 million for the Paris Olympics and gold medallists receiving $50,000.
- President Lord Coe emphasized the importance of creating a stable financial landscape for athletes, describing the decision as a pivotal moment.
- The introduction of prize money for Olympic gold medallists was highlighted as a crucial step for World Athletics and the sport as a whole, recognizing the athletes' critical role in the success of the Games.
- It was noted that the payment of prize money will be subject to athletes undergoing standard anti-doping procedures, and details regarding the structure of prize money for the 2028 Games will be revealed later.
OJ Simpson has been cremated, estate attorney in Las Vegas says. No public memorial is planned
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/oj-simpson-has-been-cremated-estate-attorney-in-las-vegas-says-no-public-memorial-is-planned/
Quick Glance: OJ Simpson Cremated, Estate Attorney in Las Vegas Reveals Details
- Former football star and infamous criminal defendant O.J. Simpson was cremated at the age of 76 in Las Vegas, as confirmed by his attorney Malcolm LaVergne.
- The cremation took place on Wednesday morning at Palm Mortuary in downtown Las Vegas, with few attendees present.
- Simpson's ashes will be given to his children to handle as per their father's wishes, with no public memorial planned.
- Simpson's children are the sole beneficiaries of his estate, as the attorney works to assess the value of his assets which may not cover the outstanding legal judgments.
Self-Immolation Outside Of Trump Trial Highlights Crucial Challenge For Live News Outlets
huffpost.com/entry/news-organizations-man-self-fire-trump-trial_n_66253831e4b0167f7bf560d5
Hudson Yards 'Vessel' Will Add Mesh Nets And Reopen Later This Year: Designed by Thomas Heatherwick, public access to the sculpture was shut down after several ...
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How to be an extra in Pharrell's movie filming in Richmond: You've probably heard by now that a movie based on hip-hop icon Pharrell Williams' life will be ...
richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/movies-tv/how-to-be-an-extra-in-pharrells-movie-filming-in-richmond/article_f28c583a-f774-11ee-b96f-e7770403f633.html
This Michigan company has personalized first-round NFL draftees’ jerseys for years
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Opinion: The Israeli censorship regime is growing. That needs to stop.: When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, newsrooms across the world scrambled to send their ...
sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2024/04/20/opinion-israeli-censorship-regime/
DOJ blasts GOP effort to hold Garland in contempt over Biden special counsel audio
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Ex-Bridgewater CEO Dave McCormick Wins GOP Primary for Pennsylvania Senate Seat: Trump-backed former Bridgewater Associates chief executive officer Dave ...
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Taylor Swift album release party in Richmond this week: The Broadberry is hosting a party for the release of Taylor Swift's 15th album "The Tortured Poets ...
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Earthquake in San Francisco, Ending Segregation in Boston and the Embassy Bombing in Beirut: Picturing This Week in History April 15 – 21
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Father of Fallen World Central Kitchen Worker Confronts Antony Blinken on Israel Support
thedailybeast.com/father-of-fallen-wck-worker-confronts-secretary-antony-blinken-on-israel-support
Quick Glance: Father Urges Tougher US Stance on Israel in Gaza
- John Flickinger calls for the US to use its influence to end killings in Gaza.
- He is hopeful that the US will suspend aid to force a change in Israeli behavior.
- The late Jacob Flickinger is remembered as a dedicated humanitarian and loving father.
- World Central Kitchen has halted food deliveries in Gaza, accusing Israel of using food as a weapon.
Woman who stole Ashley Biden’s diary sentenced to month in prison : A Florida woman who stole Ashley Biden’s diary in 2020 was sentenced to one month in prison ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4583881-woman-stole-ashley-biden-diary-sentenced-month-prison/
Maryland governor and members of Congress to meet to discuss support for rebuilding collapsed bridge
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/08/maryland-governor-and-members-of-congress-to-meet-to-discuss-support-for-rebuilding-collapsed-bridge/
WATCH LIVE: 'Rosie the Riveters' to be honored with Congressional Gold Medal for WWII efforts
pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-rosie-the-riveters-to-be-honored-with-congressional-gold-medal-for-wwii-efforts
GM will relocate headquarters from RenCen to Detroit's new Hudson's building: GM CEO Mary Barra and Rocket Companies CEO Dan Gilbert announced that GM will move ...
freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2024/04/15/gm-headquarters-rencen-detroit-hudsons-tower/73328040007/
Crew Members Injured in Crash on Set of Eddie Murphy Film ‘The Pickup’: Multiple crew members were injured during a crash during the film of Eddie Murphy's ...
rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-news/eddie-murphy-the-pickup-crew-members-injured-1235009458/
Woman Who Stabbed Childhood Friend to Impress ‘Slender Man’ Won’t Be Released: A judge denied Morgan Geyser’s request for release on Thursday, nearly a decade ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/11/us/slender-man-stabbing-wisconsin.html
Quick Glance: Girl Who Stabbed Classmate for 'Slender Man' Won't Be Released
- A 21-year-old Morgan Geyser was deemed a continued risk to the public by a Wisconsin judge and will not be released from a psychiatric hospital yet.
- Despite assessments from two psychiatrists, including the medical director of Winnebago Mental Health Institute, Judge Michael Bohren ruled against Geyser's release.
- Geyser and Anissa Weier were 12 when they lured Payton Leutner to a park in 2014, where Geyser stabbed her multiple times in an attempt to please Slender Man, a fictional online horror character.
- Although doctors noted an improvement in Geyser and her readiness to reintegrate into the community, the judge decided against her release due to credibility issues and concerns regarding public safety.
New leader of Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH steps down less than 3 months on the job
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/new-leader-of-jesse-jacksons-civil-rights-organization-steps-down-less-than-3-months-on-the-job/
Brian Fitzpatrick Wins Pennsylvania House Seat Primary Fending Off Mark Houck: Incumbent Brian Fitzpatrick won the Republican primary for the US House seat in ...
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AP photographer explains how he captured the moment of eclipse totality: He created a solar filter and brought three cameras to the Dallas Zoo for the big event ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/ap-photographer-explains-how-he-captured-the-moment-of-eclipse-totality.html
Ford recalls over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick cars due to loss of drive power risk
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Norfolk Southern Settles East Palestine Derailment Lawsuit For $600 Million: The funds, if approved, will be used to address the impact of last year’s derailment ...
forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/2024/04/09/norfolk-southern-settles-east-palestine-derailment-lawsuit-for-600-million/
Quick Glance: Ohio Train Accident: Norfolk Southern Agrees to $600M Settlement
- Following a severe train derailment in February 2023 in Eastern Ohio, Norfolk Southern has agreed to a settlement in a class-action lawsuit totaling $600 million.
- The settlement will encompass all class action claims within a 20-mile radius of the derailment and personal injury claims within a 10-mile radius.
- The agreement does not entail an acknowledgment of liability, misconduct, or fault.
- The settlement is anticipated to be submitted for preliminary approval to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio in April 2024, with potential payments commencing by the year's end.
Britain's Prince Harry formally confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/ap-charles-iii-meghan-britain-london-b2531098.html
Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
Who Ate Where: 48 Scenes From a Century of New York Dining: Debbie Harry at Katz’s, David Byrne at the Locale, and Bastille Day at Florent are just some of the ...
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Oregon State, unranked in women’s basketball preseason poll, is No. 8 in final AP Top 25
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Ben Volin's 2024 Mock NFL Draft: In his first mock draft of the season, he predicts four quarterbacks going in the first five picks ...
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Bird flu tests ordered for dairy cattle that cross state lines: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has ordered bird flu tests for dairy cattle that cross ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4621194-bird-flu-tests-ordered-for-dairy-cattle-that-cross-state-lines/
The “Picture of the Year” That Violates the Humanity of its Subject: This isn’t war photography. It’s photography of terrorism and sexual violence.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/picture-year-shani-louk-humanity-violation.html
US expected to provide $6 billion to fund long-term weapons contracts for Ukraine, officials say
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/25/us-expected-to-provide-6-billion-to-fund-long-term-weapons-contracts-for-ukraine-officials-say/
Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department is here. Is it poetry? This is what experts say
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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
Google Fires More Workers Behind Israel Sit-Ins as War Protests Engulf the Nation
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China to send three astronauts to Tiangong space station, part of its ambitious program
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/24/china-to-send-three-astronauts-to-tiangong-space-station-part-of-its-ambitious-program/
Italy Demands Return Of Stolen Roman-era Copy Of Greek Statue From US Museum: According to Associated Press, the dispute began in March 2022 when an Italian ...
greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/25/italy-demands-return-of-stolen-roman-era-copy-of-greek-statue-from-us-museum/
WA newspaper publisher dies at age 76: John Brewer spent nearly two decades at The Associated Press, including in Seattle, and was the editor and publisher of ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/obituaries/journalist-wa-newspaper-publisher-john-brewer-dies-at-age-76/
Every NFL MVP from 1957 to present day: Athletes enjoy team success, of course, but no professional athlete is going to quibble with winning Most Valuable Player ...
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How The Inquirer is reporting the results of Pennsylvania’s 2024 primary election
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No action taken at Security Council meeting on Iran’s retaliatory attack on Israel - Region - World
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Gang violence rocks Argentina's Rosario, prompting govt crackdown: The directive for the killing originated from within a federal prison near Argentina's ...
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Lawyers for Nassar assault survivors have reached $100M deal with Justice Department, AP source says
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/lawyers-for-nassar-assault-survivors-have-reached-100m-deal-with-justice-department-ap-source-says/
Supreme Court makes it easier to sue for job discrimination over forced transfers
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/supreme-court-makes-it-easier-to-sue-for-job-discrimination-over-forced-transfers/
2024 MLB Draft top 50 prospects rankings: Why Keith Law has Charlie Condon at No. 1
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First major attempts to regulate AI face headwinds from all sides: A group of lawmakers from six states have worked on the first major proposals to reign in AI ...
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Biden’s latest plan for student loan cancellation moves forward as a proposed regulation
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/16/bidens-latest-plan-for-student-loan-cancellation-moves-forward-as-a-proposed-regulation/
Former US ambassador sentenced to 15 years in prison 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.
Kentucky hires BYU’s Mark Pope as men’s basketball coach to replace John Calipari
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/12/kentucky-hires-byus-mark-pope-as-mens-basketball-coach-to-replace-john-calipari/
Can homeless people be fined for sleeping outside? A rural Oregon city asks the US Supreme Court
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Dubious claims about voting flyers at a migrant camp show how the border is inflaming US politics
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/dubious-claims-about-voting-flyers-at-a-migrant-camp-show-how-the-border-is-inflaming-us-politics/
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