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• The U.S. government will pay $5 million to Ashli Babbitt's family.
• Ashli Babbitt was shot by a Capitol police officer on January 6, 2021.
• Babbitt's family filed a $30 million wrongful death lawsuit.
• The officer involved was cleared of wrongdoing by police and justice department reviews.
• Babbitt was part of a group that tried to enter the House chamber during the Capitol riot.
• Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger expressed disappointment in the decision to settle.
• No evidence of widespread election fraud has been found from the 2020 election.
• Former President Trump publicly supported Babbitt and criticized the shooting.

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• Drake shared a petition to pardon Tory Lanez on his Instagram.
• Tory Lanez was stabbed 14 times in a California prison, causing his lungs to collapse.
• Lanez was taken to a hospital and is expected to recover from his injuries.
• The prison attack suspect, Santino Casio, is serving a life sentence for murder.
• Lanez is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020.
• A petition on Change.org for Lanez's pardon has about 270,000 signatures.
• The petition questions the evidence and witness accounts in Lanez’s case.
• Lanez had seven US top 10 albums before his conviction and plans to release a new album from prison.

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• Donald Trump had a two-hour phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine conflict.
• Trump suggested involving the Pope in peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
• Trump believes Ukraine and Russia can work out a ceasefire and peace conditions together.
• Putin stressed addressing "root causes" of the war, linked to Ukraine's desire for closer ties with Europe.
• Trump expressed optimism about the potential for ceasefire talks to begin.
• Ukrainian President Zelensky stressed the importance of ongoing U.S. engagement in the peace talks.
• Trump mentioned the possibility of reduced sanctions and new trade deals with Russia as incentives for peace.

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• The law bans sharing intimate images online without a person's approval.
• The bill covers both real and AI-made images, called deepfakes.
• Tech companies have 48 hours to remove non-consensual content once notified.
• The bill passed with strong support from both political parties.
• Digital rights groups express concerns about possible censorship and privacy risks.
• First Lady Melania Trump strongly supported the bill and helped promote it.
• The bill is the sixth law President Trump signed in his second term.

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• Moody's downgraded the US government's credit rating, citing rising debt over the past decade.
• The interest rate on US government long-term debt surpassed 5% for the first time since 2007.
• Government bonds, or Treasuries, are loans that investors make to the government in exchange for interest payments over time.
• The downgrade could lead to higher interest rates on various types of loans, making borrowing more expensive for people and businesses.
• Congress is working on a tax-and-spending bill that may add at least $3 trillion to the existing $36 trillion US debt over the next decade.
• Increased interest payments on debt may take up a larger portion of the government's budget, potentially affecting public spending.
• Higher government interest rates could lead to higher interest rates on mortgages and credit cards for consumers.
• Moody's action reflects concerns about the US government's ability to manage its debt and economic policies effectively.

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• Over two dozen people died due to severe storms in the Midwest and South of the US.
• Kentucky was the worst affected state, with hundreds of homes damaged by a tornado.
• The tornado in Kentucky left many people without homes.
• Newlyweds Amerah and James Taylor lost their first home in London, Kentucky.
• The couple experienced being thrown around in the house during the tornado.
• They also lost their wedding rings in the storm.

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• The tax and spending bill is designed to extend tax cuts from Donald Trump's first term.
• The bill proposes increases in military and border spending.
• Cuts to Medicaid and green energy subsidies are planned to help pay for the bill.
• Four conservative Republicans voted "present," allowing the bill to progress, but they still have concerns.
• House Speaker Mike Johnson expects the bill to be discussed in the Rules Committee this week.
• The bill includes a provision to triple the local tax deduction, which some moderates oppose.
• Analysts estimate the bill could increase the national debt by $3-5 trillion.
• The bill must pass the House and Senate before it can become law.

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• Joe Biden has prostate cancer that is aggressive and has spread to his bones.
• Prostate cancer impacts the prostate gland, which is part of the male reproductive system.
• Biden's cancer was detected after he had urinary symptoms.
• Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death among American men.
• The Gleason score, a grading system for prostate cancer, is 9 in Biden’s case, indicating a high-grade, fast-growing cancer.
• Treatment options include chemotherapy, steroids, and hormone therapy, but these are not cures.
• Hormone-sensitive prostate cancer can be managed by drugs that reduce hormones.
• Biden may consider joining clinical trials if he meets the necessary criteria.

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• The suspect in the explosion was 25-year-old Guy Edward Bartkus.
• Bartkus detonated explosives outside an IVF clinic and tried to livestream the attack.
• The attack happened near downtown Palm Springs around 11:00 local time.
• The FBI called the explosion an intentional act of terrorism.
• Authorities believe Bartkus targeted the in vitro fertilization (IVF) facility on purpose.
• A large car bomb caused the explosion, damaging several buildings.
• The FBI found no ongoing threat to the public after checking Bartkus's home.
• Four people were injured in the blast, but they have been released from the hospital.

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• The Preakness Stakes is one of three races in the Triple Crown, which also includes the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes.
• The event took place at the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland.
• Recent tariffs have led to economic uncertainty, influencing various markets.
• The International Monetary Fund warned of a potential global recession after the tariffs.
• Companies like Walmart and Amazon have indicated that prices may rise due to these tariffs.
• Attendance at the Preakness decreased to about 46,000 in 2024, from 131,000 in 2019.
• The state of Maryland plans to rebuild the Pimlico racecourse with modern facilities.
• The economic effects of the tariffs on the racecourse project are still not fully known.

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• Audio clips show President Biden having memory issues during a 2023 interview with an investigator.
• The investigation involved why he kept classified documents at home and a former office.
• Special Counsel Robert Hur reported on Biden's memory but did not charge him with a crime.
• Biden had previously denied having memory problems.
• The audio was not officially released; it was obtained by a news outlet called Axios.
• The Biden administration called the recordings protected material and accused Republicans of trying to use them politically.
• Concerns over Biden's age and memory were highlighted during his re-election campaign.

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• James Comey shared a photo on Instagram of seashells forming the numbers "8647."
• The number 86 can mean "to get rid of" or "kill," and 47 refers to Trump being the 47th president.
• Trump accused Comey of intending harm and suggested charges could be considered.
• Comey deleted the post, stating he meant no harm and opposes violence.
• The Secret Service interviewed Comey for about an hour, but he was not arrested.
• Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the investigation is ongoing.
• Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard called for Comey to be jailed.
• Comey said he initially saw the shells on a beach and assumed they were a political message.

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• The proposed bill aims to introduce $4.9 trillion in tax cuts.
• The bill includes spending cuts to Medicaid, a healthcare program for low-income Americans.
• Some Republicans want stricter work requirements for Medicaid beneficiaries.
• Disagreements also involve state and local tax deductions, with some lawmakers seeking higher caps.
• The bill failed to pass the House budget committee, delaying a full vote.
• America's public debt stands at $36 trillion, influencing the debate on spending cuts.
• Four right-wing lawmakers withheld support for deeper spending cuts.
• The bill's failure reflects divisions within the Republican Party over budget priorities.

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• A fire broke out in a historic plantation house in Louisiana, built in 1859.
• The fire started on Thursday afternoon when smoke was seen on the second floor.
• Between 30 to 40 firefighters responded to the scene.
• They were unable to control the flames, and the mansion was declared a total loss.
• The cause of the fire is still being investigated.
• There have been no reports of anyone getting hurt.

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• Ten inmates escaped from Orleans Parish Jail in New Orleans.
• Several escapees are charged with murder.
• The escape was discovered during a morning headcount.
• Kendall Myles was caught in the French Quarter.
• Police consider the remaining escapees armed and dangerous.
• Facial recognition helped identify one escapee before capture.
• Authorities are working with the FBI and US Marshals to find the escapees.
• The New Orleans Police Department released the names and photos of escapees.

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• Andry Hernández, a Venezuelan man, was deported from the US while awaiting an asylum decision.
• He had tattoos of crowns on his wrists, which were seen as markings for the Tren de Aragua gang.
• The US used a "points system" for identifying gang members; Hernández scored five points due to his tattoos.
• His deportation led to his imprisonment in El Salvador's large prison facility.
• The points system in question involved scores assigned based on certain categories, marking detainees as gang members if they scored 10 or more points.
• An officer from CoreCivic, a private company, conducted the interview and applied the points system.
• Hernández claims he was persecuted in Venezuela for his political beliefs and sexual orientation.
• The US authorities have not provided additional information on Hernández's case or the charges against other deported Venezuelans.

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• James Comey posted a picture with numbers 8-6-4-7 made from sea shells.
• The number "47" refers to Donald Trump, the 47th U.S. president.
• In some circles, "to 86" means to remove or eliminate something.
• "86" can also mean "to kill" in certain military or law enforcement jargon.
• Comey deleted the post and stated he was unaware of the violent meaning.
• The US Secret Service and FBI are investigating the post.
• Some people argue Comey's action is protected under freedom of speech.
• The term "86" has various suggested origins, including as a phrase used by soda servers.

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• Hudson Bay Company, founded in 1670, is Canada's oldest corporation.
• It will sell its brand to Canadian Tire for 30 million Canadian dollars.
• The company recently applied for creditor protection.
• Hudson Bay liquidated its stores because of changing retail trends and US tariffs.
• Hudson Bay has been known for its striped wool blankets, among other products.
• Canadian Tire operates over 1,700 stores across Canada.
• The brand sale includes in-house brands like Gluckstein and Distinctly Home.
• The sale protects the brand name, even though the stores will close.

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• NYU withheld Logan Rozos' diploma after his controversial graduation speech.
• Rozos accused the U.S. of supporting "genocide" in Gaza during his speech.
• NYU claims Rozos lied about the content of his speech beforehand.
• The university plans to take disciplinary action against Rozos.
• Rozos is described as an "actor, artist, and gay Black trans man."
• The Trump administration is investigating NYU for incidents of antisemitism.
• NYU was not among the universities warned by the Department of Education about enforcing protections for Jewish students.
• Several foreign students involved in pro-Palestinian activism in the U.S. have been detained recently.