CNN / Nouran Salahieh
& Taylor RomineAn 84-year-old homeowner shot an unarmed Black teen who arrived
at the wrong address, claiming self-defense, sparking outrage and protests as the case garners national attention with possible racial undertones.
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WRGB CBS 6 / Ashley
Dager20-year-old woman killed in Washington County
shooting; man charged with second-degree murder. The victim’s vehicle mistakenly entered the wrong driveway, prompting the accused to fire shots.
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ESPNPhiladelphia Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts agree on a
five-year, $255 million extension with $179.304 million guaranteed, setting the NFL record for average annual value.
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The New Republic / Michael
TomaskyComparing defamation lawsuits reveals Fox News' numerous settlements,
raising questions about its credibility as a news organization and its potential impact on democracy.
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Associated Press / Adam
PemblePutin visited Kremlin forces' command posts in Ukraine to
rally troops as the war continues and Kyiv prepares a possible counteroffensive with Western-supplied weapons.
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NPR / Rhitu
ChatterjeeA teenager's parents struggled to find appropriate mental
health care and insurance coverage despite parity laws, highlighting the challenges faced by those with severe mental illness.
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The Hill / Dominick
MastrangeloFormer President Trump advised Rupert Murdoch to embrace false
voter fraud allegations during the Fox News defamation trial, claiming it would benefit the network and align with public opinion.
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Outkick / David
HooksteadBud tried to recover from Mulvaney backlash with a patriotic Budweiser
ad. Despite efforts, the company faces challenges in repairing its image amid ruthless comments and boycotts.
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Yahoo! News / Stephen
SoraceDelivery man Tyler Morrell helped police catch a fleeing suspect
in PA by tripping them-- while holding a pizza! Morrell's quick thinking was praised by police, and the heroic act was caught on a doorbell camera.
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San Antonio Express-News /
Marcia DunnSpaceX canceled the first launch attempt of its 400-foot Starship
rocket due to a stuck valve during fueling. The test flight near the Mexican border will be rescheduled for at least Thursday.
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Wisconsin State Journal /
Harm VenhuizenEx-cardinal Theodore McCarrick, 92, faces new fourth-degree
sexual assault charges from an alleged incident 40 years ago in Wisconsin, accused of repeatedly abusing the victim.
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Akron Beacon Journal /
Stephanie Warsmith8 officers involved in the fatal shooting of Walker won't face
charges, as a special grand jury found their actions justified. The Ohio AG acknowledged the but cited legal justification for the officers' actions.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette /
Jonathan D. SalantAfter about three months of in-treatment, Sen. Fetterman
returned to the Senate after undergoing care for clinical depression, sparking a broader conversation about mental health on Capitol Hill.
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Axios / Caitlin
OwensA Senate report suggests the coronavirus pandemic likely originated
from a lab accident in Wuhan, China, based on biosafety issues and early virus spread factors.
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The Kansas City Star /
Kynala PhillipsOutcry followed the shooting of a Black teen by an 80-year-old white
homeowner, with investigations considering if Missouri's controversial "stand your ground" laws protect the suspect.
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The Wall Street Journal /
Gurman, Lubold, and MackinThe FBI is investigating a former U.S. Navy officer, Sarah Bils,
who allegedly oversaw a social-media account involved in spreading leaked intelligence documents through pro-Russian outlets.
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CTV News Toronto / Abby
O'BrienA Toronto Blue Jays pitcher is outraged that United Airlines
made his pregnant wife clean up their two-year-old daughter's mess on her hands and knees during a flight.
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The New York Times /
Andrew Lloyd WebberIn the wake of his son's death and the closing of "Phantom,"
Webber reflects on Broadway's past, urging for affordable ticket prices, better theater experience, and a return to original, risk-taking productions.
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UPROXX / Derrick
RossignolFrank Ocean's long-awaited return to the stage at Coachella disappointed fans
due to a delayed start, a shortened set, and a confusing performance, leaving many upset and unsatisfied.
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CinemaBlend / Dirk
LibbeyArnold Schwarzenegger expressed frustration with a misleading CBS
headline regarding his efforts to fix a pothole in Los Angeles, arguing it contributes to the loss of "institutional trust."
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Dominion v. Fox News: A Referendum on the Future of Journalism By Jane E. Kirtley
A Fox News defeat in the Dominion libel showdown could send shockwaves through mainstream media, igniting a surge in libel cases and thrusting government control over journalism standards. |
For the
Left U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee is endorsing Donald
Trump for President. The Tennessee Republican is the latest sitting Senator to back the former President over Gov. Ron DeSantis and several other major Republican candidates who have formally launched a run.
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For the
RightEvan Gershkovich Appears in Russian Court
Jailed American journalist Evan Gershkovich appeared in a Moscow court on Tuesday to appeal his detention on spying charges, part of a sweeping
Kremlin crackdown on dissent amid the war in Ukraine. He and the U.S. government strenuously deny the allegations.
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