A rapidly intensifying Hurricane Erin has escalated to a Category 5 storm in just 24 hours, with winds reaching 160 mph as it moves past the Leeward Islands. Although it is not expected to make landfall, it poses threats of dangerous surf and rip currents along the US east coast and in the Bahamas, prompting tropical storm watches for affected Caribbean islands.
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The factors that are keeping the Menendez brothers behind bars
Erik and Lyle Menendez were denied parole after hearings regarding their 1989 murders of their parents, despite renewed public interest in their case. The board cited their infractions, including the use of illicit cell phones, as indicative of their character, with eligibility for a review in a year, potentially allowing another parole request in 18 months. Want More Context? 🔎
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