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A three-hour search for a missing body in Idaho's Blackfoot River concluded with the discovery of a life-size silicone sex doll, which had been mistaken for a human body. Sheriff Adam Mabey stated that although the incident, sparked by a report from the public, led to resource deployment, they prioritized thoroughness and noted the situation has since generated humor and interest. Want More Context? 🔎

In July, far-right activist Laura Loomer targeted Customs and Border Protection official Monte Hawkins, accusing him of bias and demanding his removal; within 48 hours, she claimed he was fired, though a DHS official stated he was placed on administrative leave. Loomer's campaigns have led to the ousting of at least 15 officials from Trump's administration, showcasing her influence as a political enforcer against those perceived as disloyal. Want More Context? 🔎

Tennessee executed Byron Black, 69, despite concerns that his implanted defibrillator could cause him pain during the lethal injection; the US Supreme Court allowed the execution to proceed. Black, convicted of a 1988 triple homicide, had been on death row for over three decades, with his execution raising issues about intellectual disabilities and humane treatment under the Eighth Amendment. Want More Context? 🔎

A provision in the US Senate's draft defense spending bill would require the Pentagon to report to lawmakers before reducing troop levels in Syria, ensuring that any changes meet the mission's objectives against ISIS. This measure aims to prevent a potential withdrawal during Syria's volatile transition, as tensions rise between Kurdish forces and the Assad regime over political autonomy and integration. Want More Context? 🔎

A New Jersey State Police sergeant, Ricardo Jorge Santos, is suspected of murdering his ex-girlfriend Lauren Semanchik and her boyfriend Tyler Webb in a targeted attack before dying by suicide. Following a 911 call reporting gunshots, police found the victims in Semanchik's home, and surveillance footage revealed Santos had followed her there prior to the incident. Want More Context? 🔎

A children's story time event featuring drag performers Lady Portia Di’Monte and Miss Dora Belle at Belfast's Holywood Arches Library was disrupted by protesters, leading to their police escort for safety. Advocates argue that such events promote inclusivity and are safe for children, while critics, including DUP's Gordon Lyons, deem them inappropriate. Want More Context? 🔎