A state jury in Memphis, Tennessee, found three former police officers not guilty of murder charges in the death of Tyre Nichols, who died after being beaten during a traffic stop in 2023. The officers, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, and Justin Smith, Jr, still face long prison sentences from separate federal charges, with two other officers pleading guilty to federal charges to avoid trial.
Key Facts
Three former police officers were found not guilty of murder charges related to Tyre Nichols' death.
Tyre Nichols died after being beaten during a traffic stop in 2023.
The three officers still face long prison sentences due to other federal charges.
Two additional officers involved pled guilty to federal charges, avoiding trial.
The federal charges against the officers include serious crimes such as witness tampering and deprivation of civil rights.
The incident led to nationwide protests against police brutality.
The police unit involved, known as the Scorpion Task Force, has been disbanded.
A 17-month investigation revealed that the Memphis Police Department used excessive force regularly against black residents.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
WeightWatchers has filed for bankruptcy in the United States due to large debts and strong competition from weight-loss injections like Ozempic and Mounjaro. During the bankruptcy process, $1.15 billion of its debt will be canceled, but the company will continue operating normally without affecting its members. WeightWatchers, which has been around for over 60 years, said it will restructure and continue its programs and services.
Key Facts
WeightWatchers has filed for bankruptcy in the United States.
The company owes $1.15 billion in debt that will be reduced as part of the bankruptcy process.
WeightWatchers will stay open and continue its services during bankruptcy.
Weight-loss injections like Ozempic and Mounjaro are popular competitors.
The company's chief executive stated that the plans have strong support from lenders.
WeightWatchers recently reported a financial loss and a drop in subscription revenues.
Despite the bankruptcy, the company plans to remain in business and focus on long-term growth.
WeightWatchers rebranded itself as "WW" in 2018 to emphasize health beyond just weight loss.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A US fighter jet fell from the USS Harry S Truman aircraft carrier into the Red Sea, marking the second such incident in over a week. Both pilots safely ejected and were rescued with minor injuries.
Key Facts
A US F/A-18F Super Hornet fell off the USS Harry S Truman due to a landing maneuver failure.
Two pilots ejected safely from the jet and were rescued; they only had minor injuries.
The jet's value is in the tens of millions of dollars.
This is the second incident in eight days; a similar jet fell into the sea the previous week.
In the first incident, a towing crew lost control, resulting in the jet going overboard.
A sailor had minor injuries, and a towing tractor was also pulled into the water during the first incident.
The second incident involved a failure with an arrestment cable, which helps jets land safely.
The carrier made a sharp turn as part of evasive actions, potentially causing the jet to fall.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The United States might start deporting migrants to Libya as part of its immigration enforcement efforts. This decision could happen soon, although details about the number of people or specific destinations in Libya remain unclear.
Key Facts
The U.S. might deport migrants to Libya, as revealed by two unnamed U.S. officials.
Deportation flights could start as early as this week, according to these sources.
Libya has been in conflict for over a decade, raising concerns about safety and stability.
The U.S. State Department advises against American travel to Libya due to crime and unrest.
Other countries, including Rwanda and several African nations, have also been mentioned in talks about accepting deported migrants.
Libya is divided into two parts, with a UN-backed government in the west and a military leader controlling the east.
The number of migrants to be deported to Libya and the specific locations are not yet specified.
President Trump's administration has been actively pursuing mass deportations using various strategies since January.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Former US President Joe Biden gave an interview to the BBC, where he discussed his past actions, foreign policy, and thoughts on current political issues. He talked about his decision not to run in the 2024 election and shared concerns about the global political situation, particularly regarding Russia and Ukraine.
Key Facts
Joe Biden gave his first in-depth interview since leaving the White House in January, speaking with the BBC.
He reflected on his decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race, acknowledging it was a hard decision.
Biden criticized the Trump administration's proposal for Ukraine to give up territory to Russia, calling it "modern-day appeasement."
He compared this appeasement to European countries' previous concessions to Adolf Hitler.
Biden expressed concerns that allowing Russia to gain more territory could destabilize other European nations.
He also spoke about the importance of American support for European allies in maintaining global stability.
Biden reflected on his achievements in office, mentioning legislation related to the environment, infrastructure, and social spending.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Former US President Joe Biden stated that withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race earlier would not have changed the election outcome. He left the race less than four months before the election, which Donald Trump won for the Republican Party.
Key Facts
Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 presidential race less than four months before the election.
Donald Trump won the 2024 election for the Republican Party.
Biden commented that leaving the race sooner would not have affected the election's outcome.
Biden mentioned that it was a difficult decision to step away from the race.
The comments were made during Biden's first interview after leaving the White House, on BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
In his first interview since leaving the White House, former US President Joe Biden criticized President Donald Trump for pressuring Ukraine to stop its conflict with Russia, calling it "modern-day appeasement." Biden also spoke about the 80th anniversary of VE Day and shared concerns about future US-Europe relations.
Key Facts
Joe Biden called Donald Trump's pressure on Ukraine to end its war with Russia "modern-day appeasement."
This interview with the BBC was Biden's first since leaving the presidency.
Biden talked about the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
He expressed concerns about future relations between the US and Europe.
Biden explained his choice to step aside during the previous presidential election, allowing Kamala Harris to challenge Trump.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Cory Bowman, the younger half-brother of JD Vance, will run for mayor of Cincinnati in November. He finished second in the primary election, allowing him to compete against the current mayor Aftab Pureval.
Key Facts
Cory Bowman is 36 years old and shares a father with JD Vance.
He is running as a Republican and finished second in the primary election with about 13% of the vote.
His opponent, current mayor Aftab Pureval, received approximately 83% of the votes.
Bowman is a pastor at an evangelical church and co-owns a coffee shop in Cincinnati.
He began his political journey inspired by attending the inaugurations of Trump and Vance.
Bowman clarified that his political efforts are independent of his brother JD Vance.
He wants to remove Cincinnati's status as a sanctuary city and address financial corruption and safety in the city.
Cincinnati has not elected a Republican mayor in more than 50 years.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Audio recordings show a temporary loss of communication between air traffic controllers and pilots at Newark Liberty International Airport. This incident, occurring on April 28, contributed to flight delays and highlighted concerns about the current air traffic control system.
Key Facts
Air traffic controllers at Newark Liberty International Airport lost communication with pilots.
The communication loss lasted between 30 to 90 seconds.
No planes were in immediate danger during this time.
The incident led to multiple employees taking trauma leave.
Flight delays occurred and continued into the following Tuesday.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy commented on the system's need for improvements.
The Federal Aviation Administration acknowledged issues with the current air traffic control system.
United Airlines reduced flights at Newark due to the airport's current handling capacity.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
US and China will start talks this week to reduce the ongoing trade war. Officials from both countries will meet in Switzerland, aiming to ease the trade tensions between the two major economies.
Key Facts
The talks will take place from May 9 to 12 in Switzerland.
US officials attending include Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will represent China at the meeting.
The US has imposed import taxes of up to 145% on some Chinese goods.
China has responded with tariffs of 125% on some US goods.
This meeting is the first high-level interaction since January.
Experts expect the negotiations to take several months.
Financial markets reacted with mixed signals, while US stock futures rose.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with US President Donald Trump at the White House to address tensions over US tariffs and Trump's comments about making Canada the 51st US state. Carney used flattery to maintain a positive atmosphere and emphasized that Canada is not for sale.
Key Facts
Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the White House to discuss issues with President Trump.
Trump mentioned the idea of making Canada the 51st US state.
Carney used flattery as a tactic during the meeting.
The main issue discussed was US tariffs on Canadian goods.
Carney repeatedly stated that Canada is not for sale.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The US Supreme Court temporarily allowed President Donald Trump's ban on transgender people in the military to be put into effect. The move takes place while legal challenges to the policy are considered.
Key Facts
The US Supreme Court temporarily approved President Donald Trump's ban on transgender troops in the military.
This approval was made while legal cases against this ban continue to progress.
Earlier, a lower court had stopped the enforcement of this ban, saying there was no proof that transgender troops negatively affected the military.
The Trump administration believes the military should have the final say in its operation.
Policy changes in February would force out military members who are currently serving and identify as transgender.
Seven servicemembers, including a Navy fighter pilot, sued the government to prevent the ban.
A US judge previously stopped the ban nationwide because the government did not prove it would bring "unit cohesion, good order or discipline".
With the Supreme Court's approval, the previous stop on the ban will be lifted while the legal case continues in lower courts.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Trump announced that the U.S. will cease its attacks on the Houthi group in Yemen due to the group's alleged desire for peace. A ceasefire agreement, confirmed by Oman, is in place to stop the Houthi group from harming shipping in the Red Sea.
Key Facts
Donald Trump says the U.S. will stop military actions against the Houthi group in Yemen.
He states this decision comes because the Houthi have "capitulated", or given up the fight.
An agreement has reportedly been reached, aimed at stopping the Houthi group from targeting ships in the Red Sea.
The deal was confirmed by Oman, which played a role in reaching it.
The Houthi group started attacking ships in the Red Sea in support of the Palestinians in Gaza.
Their attacks have led to the sinking and capturing of ships and the loss of some crew members.
This situation has caused major shipping companies to avoid the Red Sea, altering their routes.
Previous U.S. military actions have increased under Trump following initial strikes put into place by former President Joe Biden.
Despite the ceasefire, the Houthi group has reportedly continued to fire missiles towards Israel.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney had a meeting with US President Donald Trump where they discussed important issues such as tariffs and the possibility of Canada becoming the 51st US state. In a separate incident, a kangaroo named 'Sheila' was caught after closing down part of an interstate in Alabama.
Key Facts
Mark Carney, the newly elected Prime Minister of Canada, recently had a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House.
During their meeting, they discussed various topics which included tariffs and whether Canada could become the 51st state of America.
The American President was the more dominant part of the conversation, but Carney stated his opinions clearly.
In Alabama, part of an interstate road was shut down due to a kangaroo named 'Sheila' escaping.
The kangaroo was later caught and the interstate reopened.
The mentioned incidents happened in different times, with the meeting taking place most recently.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The release date of the video game Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) has been pushed to May 2026, but a new trailer was recently released by Rockstar Games. The trailer provides more insight into the game's main characters and the fictional world they inhabit.
Key Facts
Grand Theft Auto 6 release date has been delayed until May 2026.
It's been 12 years since the last Grand Theft Auto game was released.
Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos are the main characters of the game.
Jason was a troubled teen who turned to crime after joining and leaving the army.
Lucia served time in prison for "protecting her family".
They aim to start a new life together, but end up in a dangerous conspiracy.
New characters such as Raul Bautista, Brian Heder, and rap duo Real Dimez are introduced in the game.
The game features fictional locations inspired by real Florida landmarks.
The delay in release is due to Rockstar's commitment to quality and reducing enforced overtime for staff.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The US government, under President Trump, is offering $1,000 and paid travel to unauthorized immigrants if they choose to leave the US voluntarily. The program uses the CBP One app to confirm the departure and potentially could provide a legal way for immigrants to return to the US.
Key Facts
The US government is offering $1,000 and paid travel to immigrants who are in the country illegally if they decide to leave voluntarily.
The program uses an application called CBP One to track a migrant's return home.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revealed this offer on Monday.
President Trump hinted that immigrants who use this offer could potentially have a legal way to return to the US.
The Department of Homeland Security suggests this approach is cheaper than traditional deportation, citing the average cost of deportation as $17,000.
Since January, there has been a significant effort to reduce illegal immigration, including some controversial methods.
The plan has faced criticism, including from Adriano Espaillat, a Democratic congressman.
Records show that illegal crossings at the US-Mexico border have dropped since the program's introduction.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
At the 2025 Met Gala, Rihanna showed off her baby bump, and the event's theme was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," focusing on menswear. In political news, Canada's Mark Carney is preparing for a meeting with Trump, and Trump has ordered the reopening of the Alcatraz prison.
Key Facts
Rihanna exhibited her baby bump at the 2025 Met Gala.
The theme for the Met Gala was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," emphasizing men's fashion.
The Met Gala event was held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Canada's Mark Carney is expected to meet with Trump.
Trump has given orders to reopen the Alcatraz prison.
California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, was asked about possibly running for the White House.
Trump mentioned potential shortages due to tariffs on China.
The Clayborn Temple, a historic US church connected with Martin Luther King Jr, was destroyed in a fire.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to have his first in-person meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington. Key matters with significant implications are expected to be discussed during this meeting.
Key Facts
This is Mark Carney's first face-to-face meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Both leaders will convene in Washington for the meeting.
Their discussion is anticipated to center on high-stakes issues, though the specifics have not been detailed in the article.
Previous interactions of Trump with other world leaders provide some insight into what Carney might expect from this meeting.
Mark Carney is the Prime Minister of Canada.
Donald Trump is the President of the United States.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Three people died and nine others are missing after a small fishing boat tipped over in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego, California. Four people have been taken to hospital and the search for survivors continues.
Key Facts
Three people died after a fishing boat tipped over near San Diego, California.
There were 16 people, including two children, on board the boat.
Nine people from the boat are still missing.
The boat was a small, lightweight fishing boat called a "panga boat".
A Coast Guard helicopter and cutter are involved in the search for survivors.
Four people from the boat were taken to the hospital.
No one has been detained in relation to the incident.
The immigration status of the individuals on the boat is unknown.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A student from Temple University in Philadelphia was suspended following an incident at a local sports bar where an antisemitic sign was displayed. The incident, at the Barstool Sansom Street bar, is under police investigation and has also resulted in two staff members being fired.
Key Facts
An incident at a sports bar involving an antisemitic sign led to the suspension of a student from Temple University.
The antisemitic sign was held up at the bar, according to the bar's owner, Dave Portnoy.
In response to the incident, two employees from the bar were fired.
Two other employees have agreed to visit Auschwitz, a former Nazi Germany death camp, for educational purposes.
The bar's owner, Dave Portnoy, said in an interview that recent incidents represented a rise in antisemitic activity.
The bar was closed on the Sunday following the incident, and the owners expressed regret and frustration.
Temple University's president, John Fry, stated that any other students found to be involved in the incident might be expelled.
This incident comes at a time when US colleges and universities are under increased scrutiny from the Trump administration regarding their handling of antisemitism.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
