Body cam video shows fatal traffic stop of man pardoned for Jan. 6 crime

Summary An annual theater festival, the Criminal Queerness Festival, focused on LGBTQ playwrights from countries with repressive laws, is seeking online donations after losing a $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The NEA revoked the funding, citing a shift in priorities that exclude projects like this festival, which is critical for paying artists and supporting programming. Co-chair Jess Ducey expressed concern over the impact on the arts and the broader implications...

Axial Seamount, an underwater volcano about 300 miles off the Oregon coast, is showing signs of potential eruption, with recent increases in seismic activity and swelling of the structure. Scientists, including volcanologist Bill Chadwick from Oregon State University, predict it could erupt anytime between now and year-end; however, due to its depth and distance from land, it poses no threat to humans. This volcano, which has erupted three times in the past 30 years, serves...

SummaryUS President Donald Trump hailed the election of Robert Francis Prevost, the first American pope known as Pope Leo XIV, as a "great honour," expressing eagerness to meet him. Many political figures, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, congratulated the new pope, emphasizing the significance of his appointment for the Catholic Church and American Catholics. The new pontiff, originally from Chicago, has previously challenged some political views, including those of Vice-President...

Inflation and Tariffs Impact on U.S. ConsumersPresident Trump's tariffs are expected to increase consumer prices, with recent surveys indicating that 76% of Texas manufacturers plan to pass these costs onto consumers, potentially leading to an average annual burden of $5,200 for low- and middle-income households. Despite Trump's claims that foreign exporters will absorb these costs, analysts predict inflation will rise significantly, with core inflation projected to reach 3.8% this year, particularly affecting electronics and apparel....

According to a study published in JAMA Network Open, many women with gynecological disorders experience gaslighting from healthcare providers, leading to feelings of invalidation and abandonment of care. The survey of 447 women revealed that over 25% faced belittling comments, with significant numbers reporting providers suggested alcohol or therapy instead of medical treatment, contributing to delayed diagnoses. Experts emphasize the importance of listening to patients and encourage women to seek alternative care if they feel...

SummaryA jury in Grand Rapids, Michigan, failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the second-degree murder trial of police officer Christopher Schurr, who shot Patrick Lyoya, a Black man, during a traffic stop in 2022, leading to a mistrial. Schurr argued he acted out of fear after losing control of his Taser during a struggle, while the prosecution contended that the Taser had already been deployed, undermining his defense. The case has sparked protests and...