Gun Violence Rages with at Least 20 Mass Shootings Recorded over Memorial Day Weekend
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Many Ukrainian Prisoners of War Show Signs of Trauma and Sexual Violence
As they return with physical and psychological wounds stemming from torture by their Russian captors, soldiers are being sent back to active duty — often without adequate treatment.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Australian prime minister describes domestic violence as a 'national crisis' after protests
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Australian prime minister describes domestic violence as a 'national crisis' after protests
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described domestic violence as a national crisis after thousands rallied around the country against violence toward womenABC News - World -
Film don't lie: Lakers bemoan G2 shooting woes
The Lakers were encouraged by the shots they did get during their Game 2 loss to Denver but weren't happy with the outcome of those shots.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Student killed and another arrested after a shooting at a high school in Texas
An 18-year-old student was killed and another student arrested following a shooting Wednesday afternoon at Bowie High School in Arlington.NBC News - Top stories -
Democratic governors admonish Noem for shooting her dog by posing with their pets
A group of Democratic governors mocked Gov. Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) on social media after a passage from her upcoming book entered the spotlight over a story about killing her family dog. In the story, Noem describes getting frustrated with the ...The Hill - Politics -
Texans WR Dell has minor wound from shooting
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell sustained a minor gunshot wound in a shooting in Sanford, Florida, on Saturday night, the team said in a statement Sunday.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Tank Dell, Houston Texans wide receiver, wounded in Florida shooting
A wide receiver for the NFL's Houston Texans was injured in an overnight shooting in Florida, the team said in a statement.NBC News - Top stories - Florida -
Gunman shoots 3 police officers, 2 bystanders outside New Orleans
Five people were shot and injured, including three police officers, at a suburban New Orleans home on Sunday, local police said. Police responded to reports of a shooting in Kenner, La., at about 9:45 a.m., arriving to find two gunshot victims ...The Hill - Politics -
Twenty-nine pilot whales dead after mass stranding on WA beach
Up to 160 whales have beached themselves at Toby Inlet near Dunsborough, more than 250km south of Perth. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAuthorities are ...The Guardian - World -
100 Pilot Whales Are Rescued After Mass Stranding in Australia
Of the 160 whales stranded near the town of Dunsborough on Thursday morning, more than 100 were returned to the ocean. Twenty-nine others, however, died on the beach.The New York Times - World - Australia -
Gaza Authorities Say More Bodies Were Discovered in Mass Grave
An analysis of satellite imagery and videos by the The Times found that two of three graves had been dug on a hospital’s grounds before an Israeli raid.The New York Times - World -
Gaza Authorities Say More Bodies Were Discovered in Mass Grave
An analysis of satellite imagery and videos by the The Times found that two of three graves had been dug on a hospital’s grounds before an Israeli raid.The New York Times - Top stories -
Chinese EV start-ups Nio and Xpeng turn to the mass market for growth
Chinese electric car start-ups Nio and Xpeng are turning to a lower-priced segment of the market with plans to release newly-branded cars this year.CNBC - Business -
100 Pilot Whales Are Rescued After Mass Stranding in Australia
Of the 160 whales stranded near the town of Dunsborough on Thursday morning, more than 100 were returned to the ocean. Twenty-nine others, however, died on the beach.The New York Times - Science - Australia -
Gaza Authorities Say More Bodies Were Discovered in Mass Grave
An analysis of satellite imagery and videos by the The Times found that two of three graves had been dug on a hospital’s grounds before an Israeli raid.The New York Times - World -
Match of the Day
Highlights of the day’s seven Premier League matches, including West Ham v Liverpool.BBC News - Top stories -
Forecasters predict record number of hurricanes
Weather forecasters at the University of Pennsylvania predicted a record hurricane season for 2024 on Thursday, a “hyperactive” season that could threaten the Gulf Coast. The Penn forecast predicts between 27 and 39 named tropical storms, with the ...The Hill - Politics -
Flooding Inundates Kenya, Killing at Least 32 and Displacing Thousands
Heavy rains also pounded other nations in East Africa, including Tanzania, where at least 155 people were killed, according to the country’s prime minister.The New York Times - World -
Flooding Inundates Kenya, Killing at Least 32 and Displacing Thousands
The devastating rains also killed farm animals and destroyed thousands of acres of crops, while major highways were closed and rail services suspended.The New York Times - Top stories -
Fire at Brazil guesthouse leaves at least 10 dead, 11 injured
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At Least Three Women Were Infected With H.I.V. After ‘Vampire Facials’
The women underwent the cosmetic procedure at an unlicensed spa in New Mexico.The New York Times - Health -
Fire at small hotel in southern Brazil kills at least 10 people
A fire tore through a small hotel in the southern Brazilian city of Porto Alegre early Friday, killing at least 10 people and injuring 11, authorities saidABC News - World - Brazil -
TikTok Isn't Going Away---at Least Not Yet. Here's What to Know.
The Chinese owner will have up to a year to sell the app. If it doesn’t, then TikTok will be banned in the U.S.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Tiktok -
Tornadoes leave a trail of destruction in Oklahoma, at least 2 killed
More than 100 tornadoes were detected in six states in the Midwest over the weekend.CBS News - Top stories -
Oklahoma tornadoes kill at least four people and leave dozens injured
Governor issues state of emergency for 12 counties as authorities confirm a four-month-old baby was among the dead in Holdenville. At least four people, including a baby, were killed after a series of tornadoes struck Oklahoma on Saturday, amid a ...The Guardian - World -
At least 4 people are dead after a night of tornadoes and storms in the Midwest
Dawn broke over scenes of devastation in several counties across Oklahoma on Sunday, with reports of severe structural damage, closed highways, blackouts, injuries and at least five deaths.NBC News - Top stories -
Oklahoma and Iowa Tornadoes Kill at Least 5, Officials Say
An infant was among those killed, officials said. Parts of five states — Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Missouri and Texas — were under a tornado watch on Sunday.The New York Times - Top stories -
At least five dead after tornadoes hit central US
Clean up operations are under way in states including Oklahoma and Iowa following the severe storms.BBC News - Top stories -
Pro-Palestinian protests planned for Washington's premier party weekend
Pro-Palestinian protesters are looking to puncture the festive bubble this weekend surrounding the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.NBC News - Top stories -
Weekend preview: What our experts will be watching
Our fantasy baseball experts take a quick peek ahead to the upcoming weekend of action to highlight what they're looking forward to watching.ESPN - Sports -
MLB bringing back Players Weekend in August
For the first time since 2019, MLB will dedicate three days in August to players, focusing on showcasing them beyond their stats and on-field performances, according to a release distributed Thursday.ESPN - Sports - MLB -
Beats Studio Pro Headphones Are Steeply Discounted This Weekend
The Beats Studio Pro are the most impressive headphones in the Beats lineup, offering a nice combination of style and performance. They're also the most expensive, with a $350 price tag making them a luxury item for most shoppers. However, if the ...GameSpot - Tech -
Goodell mulls 18 games, SB on long weekend
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is mulling a future with 18 regular-season games, a Presidents Day weekend Super Bowl Sunday and a significant increase in international games.ESPN - Sports -
DC kicks off Correspondents' weekend at UTA party
It was a party packed to the brim with media, entertainment and political figures as Washington kicked off White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner weekend with a lively fete hosted by United Talent Agency (UTA.) Second gentleman Doug ...The Hill - Politics -
Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend
President Biden faces pressure over antisemitic incidents on college campuses. Mitch McConnell shies away from supporting a national abortion ban.NBC News - Top stories -
The experts: librarians on 20 easy, enjoyable ways to read more brilliant books
Do you love reading – but all too often find yourself just scrolling through your phone or watching TV? Here is how to get lost in literature again. In the age of digital distractions, it is easy to struggle to find the time and headspace to get ...The Guardian - World -
Fire burns a restaurant and hotel in eastern India, killing 6 and injuring 20
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Rubrik stock pops 16% in NYSE debut after company prices IPO above range
Rubrik's shares appeared to be attractive to investors that have been starved for new business software names for years.CNBC - Business -
Thoma Bravo to buy UK-listed Darktrace for £4.3bn
Offer comes less than two years after private equity group held talks about buying cyber security companyFinancial Times - Business