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News Wrap: 2 charged with bringing explosives to New York protest

News Wrap: 2 charged with bringing explosives to New York protest

Summary

Federal prosecutors charged two men in New York City for trying to support ISIS by bringing explosives to a protest. Several European countries increased security due to explosions in Norway and Belgium. The U.S. Justice Department announced a tentative agreement in its antitrust case against Ticketmaster and Live Nation.

Key Facts

  • Two men were charged with supporting ISIS by bringing bombs to a protest in New York City.
  • The charges were filed by federal prosecutors.
  • In Europe, countries are increasing security after explosions happened in Norway and Belgium.
  • The increased security measures are a response to these explosions.
  • The U.S. Justice Department has a tentative agreement in a lawsuit against Ticketmaster and Live Nation regarding antitrust concerns.
  • Antitrust laws are rules designed to make sure there is fair competition and to prevent companies from having too much power.

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