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US President Donald Trump held a gala dinner for the top buyers of the $TRUMP cryptocurrency, which has drawn criticism from Democrats for perceived corruption and influence-buying, with Senator Chris Murphy labeling it as a means to "buy access to the President." The event, coinciding with Bitcoin reaching record highs, featured the top investors, including billionaire Justin Sun, despite concerns over foreign participation and transparency. Trump, who has shifted from critic to supporter of cryptocurrencies,...

A loggerhead sea turtle named Pennywise, weighing 302 pounds, was rescued after being struck by a boat off Florida's Atlantic coast and faced challenges fitting in medical equipment for her care. After attempts to use a human CT scanner failed, the veterinary team successfully transported her to a horse clinic for imaging, which revealed she is carrying eggs. The turtle, recovering from significant shell injuries and on antibiotics, highlights the dangers of boat strikes during...

SummaryHouse Speaker Mike Johnson defended Medicaid work requirements as a moral obligation, asserting that able-bodied individuals who refuse work are defrauding the system. The GOP-passed bill, which aims to cut costs without directly reducing Medicaid, now faces scrutiny in the Senate, where some Republicans express concerns about its impact, particularly on low-income individuals. Johnson claims the requirements will enhance dignity and self-worth, but opposition is brewing, with figures like Sen. Josh Hawley criticizing potential Medicaid...

SummaryA 28-year-old dual US-German citizen, Joseph Neumayer, was arrested at JFK Airport for allegedly attempting to burn down the US embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel. Neumayer was deported from Israel after being found with explosive devices and had previously posted threats on social media, including calls to "burn down the embassy" and threats against President Trump. Following his arrest, he faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, coinciding with heightened tensions after the...

Police have arrested four additional individuals in connection with a recent prison break in New Orleans, bringing the total number of arrests to 11. The arrested include Patricia Vanburen, Tyshanea Randolph, Lenton Vanburen Sr., and Angel McKey, accused of aiding the escapees, particularly Lenton Vanburen, Jr. As of now, five of the ten escaped inmates remain at large, with authorities warning that they are considered armed and dangerous. Full Article

SummaryAt West Virginia International Yeager Airport, border collies Hercules and Ned play crucial roles in wildlife management, patrolling the airfield to prevent bird strikes that can endanger flights. Hercules, an 8-year-old local celebrity, calms passengers while Ned, a year younger, learns from him and assists in scaring off birds. Since their introduction in 2018, the dogs have significantly contributed to aviation safety, with wildlife collisions posing serious risks, including 19,000 strikes reported in 2023 alone,...