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Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Survivor Shigemi Fukahori Dies at 93
Nagasaki peace advocate Shigemi Fukahori, atomic bomb survivor, dies at 93. His powerful testimony, urging nuclear disarmament, inspired a generation. Learn about his final message for a world free of nuclear weapons. #Nagasaki #Peace #AtomicBomb
Natalia Grace's Complex Story Continues: New Docuseries Reveals Allegations of Abuse and Escape
Natalia Grace's final chapter: ID docuseries reveals harrowing escape, alleged abuse, & age disputes. Premiering Jan 6&7. New DNA evidence, confrontations w/adoptive father. #NataliaGrace #ID
Ukraine War: Heavy Fighting Reported in Kursk Region, Drone Strikes Continue
Ukraine reports major Russian & North Korean losses near Kursk. Heavy fighting continues along a 1,000km front, targeting Pokrovsk. Drone attacks increase, impacting Russian airspace. War's human cost mounts. #UkraineWar #Russia #Zelenskyy
Former Greek Prime Minister Costas Simitis Dies at 88
Former Greek PM Costas Simitis, instrumental in euro adoption, dies at 88. His legacy includes economic reforms, eurozone entry, and Olympic bid. Details of sudden death awaited. #Simitis #Greece #EU
North Korean Troops Suffer Heavy Losses in Ukraine, Amidst Drone Strike and War Escalation
Ukraine reports heavy Russian & NK losses near Makhnovka. Drone strike kills Russian reporter, escalating tensions. Ongoing attacks on Pokrovsk & Sumy highlight human cost. Conflict rages on.
Carter's Enduring Legacy in Africa: From State Visits to Eradicating Disease
Jimmy Carter's impact on Africa endures. Human rights, public health, and a unique approach to global relations shaped his legacy. Learn how his efforts, from state visits to eradicating Guinea worm disease, continue to inspire. #JimmyCarter #Africa #USHistory #HumanRights
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Impeachment Standoff
South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a detention standoff. Hundreds protest, but authorities halt warrant enforcement. Legal battles rage over presidential immunity & security. Will Yoon be arrested? #YoonSukYeol #SouthKorea
New Orleans Attack: Lawsuit Accuses Police of Negligence
NOPD & New Orleans sued for negligence in deadly Bourbon Street truck attack. Maples & Connick claim preventable tragedy due to lack of safety barriers. #NewOrleans #NOPD #Lawsuit #Terrorism
Vice President Harris to Certify Trump's Election Victory Amidst Past Threats
Kamala Harris faces a huge political challenge certifying Trump's 2020 win on Jan 6th, amidst heightened security. Her past criticism of Trump clashes with this duty. #Harris #Trump #Election2020
Austrian Chancellor Resigns After Coalition Talks Fail
Next government in Austria faces challenge of having to save between 18 to 24 billion euros
Fort Worth Man Arrested in Fatal New Year's Day Shooting
Fort Worth Bingo Hall Shooting: 71-year-old man killed in alleged car theft confrontation. Suspect Kenyan Buchanan arrested. #FortWorth #TexasCrime
Soros' Medal of Freedom Sparks Conservative Outrage
Biden awards Medal of Freedom to George Soros, sparking furious conservative backlash. Bannon calls for revocation. #Soros #MedalOfFreedom #Biden #Politics
Arizona Death Row Inmate Seeks Expedited Execution
An Arizona death row prisoner has asked the state’s highest court to skip legal formalities and schedule his execution earlier than authorities were aiming for
Los Angeles District Attorney Weighs Menendez Brothers' Release Plea
Menendez brothers case update: LA DA Hochman meets with family, reviews decades-long appeal. #MenendezBrothers #LAProsecutors #JusticeReform
Alabama Woman Injured in New Orleans Attack Credits Mother's Quick Thinking
New Orleans Truck Attack: Alabama Woman's Mom's Quick Thinking Saves Life. Mother's instructions on makeshift tourniquet likely saved injured woman's life during New Year's Day attack. #NewOrleans #TruckAttack #FirstAid
Jimmy Carter's Funeral Procession Begins, Marking End of a Remarkable Life
Jimmy Carter's funeral procession, from Georgia to Atlanta, saw mourners line streets, salute, & honor the former president. Family members recall his impact, from his childhood home to his Presidential Center. National funeral service in Washington D.C. awaits.
Jimmy Carter: A Life of Public Service and Philanthropy
Jimmy Carter's modest life: How the former president prioritized philanthropy over personal wealth. Learn about his financial choices, charitable endeavors, and legacy beyond the White House. #JimmyCarter #Philanthropy #PresidentialHistory
TikTok Ban Looms: Potential Impacts and Contenders
TikTok ban looms: Supreme Court review impacts users, creators, & the tech industry. Initial disruption minimal, but long-term effects on culture & entertainment are significant. Alternatives like YouTube Shorts & Instagram Reels could emerge.
Austrian Chancellor Nehammer to Resign After Failed Coalition Talks
Austria's Chancellor Nehammer resigns, coalition talks collapse. Economic woes, budget deficit, and EU austerity measures loom large. Failed negotiations threaten Austria's future. #Austria #Politics #Economy
MSNBC Panel Laughs at Trump's Truth Social Rants Ahead of Sentencing
Trump's Truth Social tirades after guilty verdict spark MSNBC laughter. Hosts react to President-elect's claims of injustice. Legal battles continue. #Trump #MSNBC #Election2024
LA Model and Architect Found Dead After Warehouse Party; Producer Charged with Murder
Hollywood Producer on trial for alleged murder of model and architect. #LA #murdertrial #drugdeath Surveillance footage & alleged confession raise charges.
Pope Francis urges educators to combat school bullying
Pope Francis warns against school bullying, calling it a path to conflict, not peace. His Vatican address urges educators & families to foster peace through education & dialogue. #bullying #peace #education #Vatican
Oil Spill in Kerch Strait Impacts Crimea and Krasnodar Region
Kerch Strait oil spill: Crimea regional emergency declared. Cleanup efforts underway, but Ukrainian officials criticize. Shipping route safety and environmental impact remain key concerns.
New Orleans Terror Attack: Suspect's Background and Investigation Intensify
New Orleans truck attack: 14 dead. Suspect Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a US citizen, traveled to Egypt. ISIS flag found, FBI investigating radicalization & possible links to extremist groups. Bomb-making materials discovered, rare chemical compound used. #NewOrleans #terrorism #attack
Prince William Mourns Stepson of Former Nanny in New Orleans Truck Attack
Prince William mourns death of former nanny's stepson, Edward Pettifer, killed in New Orleans truck attack. Shocking loss of 31-year-old London resident. #NewOrleans #Tragedy #RoyalFamily
Gaza Violence Escalates, Ceasefire Talks Resume Amidst Humanitarian Crisis
Gaza violence escalates, death toll rises to at least 59. Renewed ceasefire talks in Qatar, but lasting peace uncertain. Israeli airstrikes hit southern Gaza, targeting civilians. #Gaza #Israel #Palestine
Jimmy Carter's Final Journey Begins in Plains, Georgia
Jimmy Carter's final journey begins. Former President Carter's funeral procession leaves Plains, GA, for Atlanta. Locals pay respects, honoring his legacy of service. #JimmyCarter #FuneralProcession #History
Natalia Grace's Complex Story Continues in New Docuseries
The disabled Ukrainian orphan with dwarfism accused of masquerading as a child and trying to kill her adoptive parents spoke out for the first time last year. Now, she’s making new, harrowing claims about what happened next. Andrea Cavallier...
Former US President Jimmy Carter, aged 100, Passes Away
Jimmy Carter, 39th US President & Nobel Peace Prize winner, passes away. Funeral procession begins Sat. National funeral planned. Learn about Carter's legacy & final arrangements. #JimmyCarter #PresidentCarter
Trump's Hush Money Case Sentencing Sparks Controversy Ahead of Inauguration
Trump's Jan 10th sentencing, just days before inauguration, fuels political firestorm. Judge orders conditional discharge, sparking constitutional challenges. Will Trump become 1st felonious president? #Trump #Sentencing #Inauguration
Blake Lively Accuses Justin Baldoni of Harassment and Smear Campaign in Legal Filing
Blake Lively sues Justin Baldoni, alleging sexual harassment & smear campaign on "It Ends With Us." Hostile work environment, unwanted contact, & a coordinated PR attack detailed. Baldoni denies all claims. #BlakeLively #JustinBaldoni #sexualharassment
German Chancellor Scholz dismisses Musk's criticism, worries about AfD endorsement
Elon Musk's AfD endorsement sparks Scholz's concern. The German Chancellor criticizes Musk's intervention in the upcoming election, worried about the far-right party's influence. #Musk #Scholz #GermanElections #AfD
South Korean Firefighters Combat Seongnam Commercial Building Blaze
Hundreds of people were rescued or evacuated after a fire broke out at a large commercial building in the South Korean city of Seongnam on Friday, fire officials said
Trump's Influence on House Speaker Race and MAGA's Immigration Stance
House Speaker Johnson's Friday vote faces GOP opposition. Trump's backing isn't enough. Trump's immigration rhetoric, linking terror attacks to open borders, fuels MAGA division & threatens Republican unity. #SpeakerJohnson #GOP #Trump
South Korean President Defies Detention Attempt, Sparks Political Standoff
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol resists arrest, escalating political crisis. Anti-corruption investigators blocked from his residence. Impeachment, martial law, and legal battles loom. Yoon's fate hangs in the balance.
Venezuela Issues Warrant for Exiled Ambassador Gonzalez
Venezuela issues arrest warrant for former Ambassador Gonzalez, fleeing to Spain after contested election. He's set to meet with Argentine President Milei. Opposition claims fraud. International pressure mounts on Maduro's regime.
Rudy Giuliani's Request to Appear Remotely at Contempt Hearing Rejected
Rudy Giuliani's attempt to avoid a contempt hearing via Zoom, citing 9/11-related medical issues, is rejected by a judge. The court demands in-person testimony, citing lack of medical proof. Election workers' defamation suit continues.
Apple Settles Siri Eavesdropping Lawsuit for $95 Million
Apple settles Siri recording lawsuit for $95M, offering up to $20/device. Users may claim compensation for secretly recorded conversations. Learn more about the settlement details.
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Arrest After Impeachment and Martial Law Controversy
South Korean authorities moved Friday to execute an unprecedented arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol over his botched attempt to declare martial law last month.
New Orleans Reels After Deadly Vehicle Attack; Potential Link to Las Vegas Incident Investigated
New Orleans reels from a deadly Bourbon Street attack; 10 killed. Possible link to Vegas blast investigated. Military vets connected? FBI probes motives.
Fatal Plane Crash in Fullerton Claims Two Lives, Injures 18
Fullerton plane crash: 2 dead, 18 injured after small aircraft hits warehouse. Fire sparked, 100+ evacuated. FAA investigating. Developing story.
Small Plane Crashes into California Building, Injuring Eleven
It's not yet known whether the injuries were suffered by people in the plane or others on the ground.
Novel Virus Emergence in Wuhan Five Years Ago Triggered Global Pandemic
Five years ago, a cluster of people in Wuhan, China, fell sick with a virus never before seen in the world.
Las Vegas Cybertruck Explosion Sparks Potential Legal Action and Debate
Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Tower Las Vegas kills one, injures seven. Police investigate intentional act involving fireworks. Elon Musk threatens legal action over media coverage.
Gaza Conflict: Airstrikes, Humanitarian Crisis, and Ceasefire Efforts
Gaza crisis: Deadly strikes, humanitarian disaster, & hospital raids escalate. Ceasefire talks ongoing amidst rising casualties & severe hunger. Details inside.
Federal Agencies Warned of Vehicle Ramming Attacks Before New Orleans Incident
Federal agencies warned law enforcement departments of potential vehicle ramming incidents ahead of the holidays
Explosion Outside Trump Hotel Linked to Suicide of Decorated Soldier
Army vet dies by suicide in Tesla Cybertruck explosion near Trump hotel. Vehicle's structure mitigated blast. Investigation underway. Explosives found.
A Look Back at Two Landmark Events on January 3rd
This little handheld device marked the beginning of a cellphone revolution.
Green Beret Identified in Las Vegas Cybertruck Explosion, Family Expresses Shock
Ex-Green Beret ID'd in Vegas Cybertruck blast near Trump hotel. Family shocked, citing patriotism. Amateur bomb raises questions. Possible link to NO attack probed.
Tesla's Annual Sales Decline Amidst EV Market Shift
It is the first annual decline the company has experienced in nine years