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Police in NYC and Chicago try to curb growth of Tren de Aragua gang
The Venezuelan gang, Tren De Aragua, has reached New York City. The gang started at a Venezuelan prison and made its way to the United States and other countries. The New York Police Department said the gang is behind a string of store thefts that target high-end items. Officers have also connected Tren De Aragua… -
Janet Jackson’s comments on Kamala Harris lead to ‘unauthorized’ apology
Five-time Grammy award-winning singer Janet Jackson’s comments concerning the racial identity of Vice President Kamala Harris have led to an “unauthorized” apology and confusion. In an interview with The Guardian published Saturday, Sept. 21, reporter Nosheen Iqbal asked the “Rhythm Nation” singer about her family, her career, and the Super Bowl incident, but it was… -
Israeli military storms, closes Al Jazeera’s West Bank offices
Israeli troops raided Al Jazeera’s office in Ramallah, West Bank, early Sunday, Sept. 22, marking another severe action against the media network known for its detailed coverage of Israeli military operations. During the operation, more than 20 armed soldiers issued a 45-day closure order and evacuated the staff, seizing crucial broadcasting equipment. Al Jazeera broadcast… -
Chechen warlord accuses Elon Musk of disabling his Cybertruck remotely
After claiming he was gifted a Cybertruck by Elon Musk, Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov is now accusing the Tesla CEO of remotely disabling the vehicle. Back in August, Kadyrov took to social media to thank Musk for what he called “a gift from the heart,” and mentioned it would soon head to the battlefield. Once… -
US military buildup in Middle East reaches 40,000 troops
The United States deployed approximately 40,000 troops to the Middle East amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. The troops are part of a larger military buildup in the region, which includes the deployment of warships and advanced fighter jets. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss troop movements, said the additional… -
Secret Service investigates Elon Musk’s controversial X post
The Secret Service launched an investigation into Elon Musk’s X post, which made a controversial comparison between assassination attempts on political figures. Musk wrote the post after a second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump Sunday, Sept. 15. Musk posted in response to another user’s post that read: “Why they want to kill Donald… -
After a tease, Rainforest Cafe is actually coming to Big Apple
What began as an April Fool’s joke is now actually happening in New York City. The Empire State Building announced on Wednesday, Sept. 16, that it will in fact host the “World’s Highest Rainforest Cafe.” The famous restaurant will be swinging by the New York City skyscraper’s 86th-Floor Observatory from Oct. 3 through Oct. 6.… -
After over 30 bomb threats, Springfield mayor assumes emergency powers
After more than 30 bomb threats against city officials and others, which caused the evacuation of schools and government buildings, Mayor Rob Rue, R, granted himself temporary emergency powers on Thursday, Sept. 19. Rue said the city charter gives him the authority to order local law enforcement to cases of civil unrest, cybercrimes and acts… -
Head found in Shamokin, PA, in 1904 brought to new life in documentary
A Pennsylvania filmmaker revived a mystery surrounding a head found in Shamokin, a town in the Pennsylvania coal region, for a new generation. Matt Spade unveiled his latest documentary about the case that spans more than a century on Saturday, Sept. 14. In 1904, a decapitated body found in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, was buried after… -
Live-streaming YouTubers find body believed to be Kentucky highway shooter
A body believed to be Kentucky highway shooter Joseph Couch was discovered by YouTubers Fred and Sheila McCoy during a livestream search in Laurel County, Kentucky. Couch was suspected of a shooting spree on Sept. 7, where he allegedly opened fire on five motorists along Interstate 75, injuring all of them. Authorities had been searching… -
Olive Garden teams up with Uber Eats amidst sales slump
Olive Garden is teaming up with Uber for food deliveries, after previously only sending employees to deliver on orders over $100. The multiyear delivery partnership announced on Thursday, Sept. 19, marks a major shift for the chain and its long resistance to third-party delivery services like DoorDash and Uber Eats. Darden Restaurants, the parent company… -
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of witness tampering, intimidation; bail denied
A U.S. district judge upheld a decision on Wednesday, Sept. 18, to deny hip-hop superstar Sean “Diddy” Combs bail after accusations of witness tampering. Combs’ legal team claimed that the rapper could post a $50 million bond, but Judge Robyn Tarnofsky denied the request on Tuesday, Sept. 17. She said, even if bond were posted,… -
Dashcam video: 8-year-old takes mom’s SUV for a Target run
An 8-year-old Ohio girl took her mother’s SUV for a Target run, police said, and part of her journey was caught on camera. Dashcam video from another vehicle recorded part of the child’s trip as the concerned driver called authorities about the erratic SUV. Police said the girl was reported missing from her family’s home…
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