As minke whale circles Long Beach Harbor, scientists try to help it escape

Roblox, a major online gaming platform, faces scrutiny for allowing hate speech and inappropriate content, particularly in the popular game "Spray Paint!" where players can graffiti offensive symbols and messages. Amid ongoing lawsuits and concerns from child safety advocates, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed a lawsuit alleging that Roblox prioritizes profit over child safety, as hate speech and predatory behavior persist on the platform. Want More Context? 🔎

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces deportation to Uganda after rejecting an offer to plead guilty to human smuggling charges in exchange for deportation to Costa Rica. His defense argues the threat of deportation to Uganda is vindictive, especially after he was previously deported to El Salvador despite fears for his safety. Want More Context? 🔎

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? 🔎

Tropical Storm Fernand has formed southeast of Bermuda, becoming the sixth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Forecasts indicate it will strengthen and could become a hurricane by Monday, moving north-northeast over open waters while remaining east of Bermuda. Want More Context? 🔎

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott plans to swiftly sign a Republican-crafted congressional voting map aimed at solidifying the GOP's majority, following its approval by state lawmakers. This redistricting effort, which includes five new Republican-favored districts, has sparked Democratic opposition, with allegations of violating the Voting Rights Act, and sets the stage for a broader national redistricting battle ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Want More Context? 🔎

Five individuals were killed in a tour bus crash in western New York, identified as Shankar Kumar Jha, Pinki Changrani, Xie Hongzhuo, Zhang Xiaolan, and Jian Mingli. The bus, carrying 54 passengers, lost control and tipped over, injuring many, with 14 still hospitalized; authorities believe the driver, Bin Shao, became distracted but showed no signs of impairment. Want More Context? 🔎