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A Fort Worth man, 23-year-old Alexander Taylor Valdez, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his mother, Teresita Sayson, during an attempted exorcism. Police were alerted by an anonymous 911 call reporting a disturbing photo of a woman covered in blood, leading them to Valdez, who was found with blood on his body and confessed, "I was doing witchcraft to kill my mom." Authorities discovered Sayson dead in the home with severe trauma, and Valdez is...

Karen Read is on trial for the second time regarding the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, who died in January 2022 after allegedly being struck by Read's SUV following a night of drinking. The prosecution claims she left the scene, while her defense argues against the accusation, alleging a cover-up and highlighting flaws in the police investigation. Key evidence includes Read's own statements, DNA findings on her vehicle, and conflicting testimonies...

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration for threatening to freeze $2.2 billion in federal funding unless the school complies with certain demands, arguing this is unlawful and violates its First Amendment rights. The lawsuit claims the administration's actions aim to control academic decision-making and threaten vital research, while also failing to follow required procedures under the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Harvard's President Alan Garber stated that the university will not relinquish its independence,...

Canadian Election InsightsThe upcoming Canadian general election is heavily influenced by the US-Canada relationship, particularly due to comments from the US president suggesting Canada could become the 51st state. In light of this, the BBC has engaged voters nationwide to explore their perceptions of Canadian identity and the distinctions that set Canada apart from the United States. This discourse reflects broader themes of nationalism and sovereignty as Canadians prepare to cast their votes amidst these...

Mike Patrick, ESPN's first NFL play-by-play announcer, passed away at 80 due to natural causes in Fairfax, Virginia. Joining ESPN in 1982, he was a prominent voice for 35 years, known for his work on "Sunday Night Football" and significant college sports events, including the Women's Final Four. His contributions to sports broadcasting were celebrated by colleagues, with Burke Magnus noting his influence and impact in the industry, especially in calling historic ACC matchups. Full...

SummaryAn immigration judge has deemed the U.S. government's deportation case against Russian-born Harvard scientist Kseniia Petrova legally insufficient, prompting ICE to provide further documentation within a week. Detained for two months at Richwood Correctional Center, Petrova, who fears persecution in Russia due to her anti-war protests, is also involved in a separate federal lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security regarding her visa cancellation. A follow-up immigration hearing is set for July 22, while a...