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Man, 25, arrested for allegedly assaulting elderly Korean American couple, threatening Olympian Sakura Kokumai
NY Daily News - 20 Apr 2021 01:10
A 25-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting an elderly Korean American couple and is charged with elder abuse and committing a hate crime, the Orange Police Department reported on Monday.
Amid Biden Climate Push, a Question Looms: Is America's Word Good?
The New York Times - 20 Apr 2021 01:01
After four years of "America First," the president tries this week to reclaim U.S. leadership in the fight against climate change. Can the world trust his promises?
Monster lizard dives into ocean as tourists watch in awe
USA Today - 20 Apr 2021 15:42
Thailand beachgoers were shocked when a 5-foot monitor lizard joined them for an afternoon swim.
Waters' comments on Chauvin trial expose Republican hypocrisy
CNN - 20 Apr 2021 07:16
Incendiary warnings by Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters about the potential outcome of the trial of the ex-police officer charged with killing George Floyd could spike tensions, were legally unwise and raise questions of De...
Grizzly Bear Fatally Mauls a Backcountry Guide Near Yellowstone Park
The New York Times - 20 Apr 2021 04:46
When the bear charged at Montana officials who were investigating the attack, they shot and killed it.
'Harsh reality': Asian leaders urge US to stop AAPI violence as citizens reexamine pro-American views
USA Today - 20 Apr 2021 14:58Former US Vice-President Walter Mondale dies aged 93
BBC - 20 Apr 2021 05:36
Jimmy Carter's running mate lost heavily to Ronald Reagan in the 1984 presidential election.
Trump urges Americans to get vaccinated, takes shot at J&J pause
New York Post - 20 Apr 2021 04:23
Former President Donald Trump urged Americans to get vaccinated against the coronavirus in a Monday night interview where he again criticized the federal pause of the Johnson & Johnson jab. "I encourage them to take it,"...
Judge outlines 4 things jury must do during deliberations
CNN - 20 Apr 2021 03:57
• US on edge ahead of Chauvin trial verdict
Nine teens shot at 12-year-old's birthday party in Louisiana
New York Post - 20 Apr 2021 01:56
Nine juveniles were shot after a feud broke out at a 12-year-old child's birthday party in Louisiana on Saturday night, authorities said. About 60 young people were attending the gathering at a home in LaPlace when gunfi...
'Uber monster' pleads not guilty despite admitting in shirtless video that she spit on driver
New York Post - 20 Apr 2021 16:01
So-called Uber monster Arna Kimiai has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges following her arrest for allegedly assaulting a driver in California.
Assault or 'reasonable' policing? Takeaways from Derek Chauvin trial's closing arguments as jury begins deliberations
USA Today - 20 Apr 2021 05:37
The jury started deliberating in Derek Chauvin's murder trial Monday afternoon. He faces three charges in the death of George Floyd.
FedEx shooter never was given a 'red flag' hearing, according to prosecutor
NY Daily News - 20 Apr 2021 05:02
On Monday, Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears revealed that Brandon Scott Hole, a former FedEx employee who shot and killed eight people at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis, never appeared in court for a hearing under I...
All 40 movies nominated for an Oscar this year, ranked
The Week - 20 Apr 2021 16:10
This was always going to be an extremely weird Oscar year. What was less certain was how strong of a year it turned out to be, too. Though the Academy of Arts and Sciences delayed their ceremony until April 25 -- the lat...
Jury Resumes Deliberations in Chauvin Trial
The New York Times - 20 Apr 2021 15:41
The jurors, who began deliberating for four hours on Monday night, must decide whether to convict Derek Chauvin of murder. Here's the latest.
Police spy's bosses knew activist was being duped into sexual relationship, court told
The Guardian - 20 Apr 2021 15:36
Legal case against Metropolitan police claims managers allowed undercover officer to continue deception An environmental activist who was deceived into a long-term sexual relationship by an undercover police officer has ...
Herpes infection possibly linked to COVID-19 vaccine, study says
New York Post - 20 Apr 2021 15:29
Herpes infections may be a side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine, experts have revealed. Scientists in Israel identified six cases in a new study of patients developing a skin rash known as herpes zoster after receiving th...
Chad's longtime president Idriss Déby dies after fight against rebels
New York Post - 20 Apr 2021 15:14
Chad President Idriss Déby -- who ruled the central African country for over 30 years -- died Tuesday of wounds suffered on the battlefield during a fight against rebels, the military announced. The stunning announcemen...
Is herd immunity to COVID-19 possible? Experts increasingly say no.
USA Today - 20 Apr 2021 14:51
The United States may never reach full herd immunity against COVID-19 experts say, but vaccination can tame the coronavirus.
Teen's death puts focus on split-second police decisions
ABC News - 20 Apr 2021 14:49
The graphic video of a police officer shooting a 13-year-old Chicago boy puts a microscope on split-second decisions with far-reaching consequences
New Zealand airport worker tests positive to Covid on second day of travel bubble
The Guardian - 20 Apr 2021 05:18
Jacinda Ardern says cleaner was fully vaccinated and 'all signs point' to case having no connection to Australian arrivals Joy, actually: happy reunions fill Auckland airport as trans-Tasman bubble begins A New Zealand a...
Jurors finish first day of deliberations in Derek Chauvin murder trial
New York Post - 20 Apr 2021 05:17
MINNEAPOLIS --Jurors deciding the fate of former Minneapolispolice officer Derek Chauvin in the alleged murder of George Floyd finished their first day of deliberations on Monday. The 12-juror panel is due to resume deli...