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Karen Read Not Guilty Verdict CelebrationKaren Read was found not guilty of murdering her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, in January 2022, leading to cheers from hundreds of supporters outside the Massachusetts court. The case garnered significant media attention, with many viewing it as indicative of systemic issues in the criminal justice system, especially regarding the treatment of women. Need More Context? 🔎

A North Dakota man, Charles Dalzell, has been charged with making violent threats against a federal prosecutor, referencing the recent shooting deaths of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband in his email. Arrested by the FBI, Dalzell expressed frustration over perceived injustices in his legal case and warned against ignoring him, indicating a connection to the politically motivated attack in Minnesota. Need More Context? 🔎

A Texas man, Grzegorz Vandenberg, 48, has been charged with purchasing explosives intended for an attack on police during recent protests in Los Angeles against the Trump administration's immigration policies. After alarming comments made in a New Mexico travel center, he was arrested in Tucson, Arizona, following law enforcement notification, amid ongoing protests that have resulted in over 500 arrests since June 6. Need More Context? 🔎

Harvard researcher Kseniia Petrova appeared in federal court for a hearing after being charged with smuggling frog embryos into the U.S. She allegedly failed to declare these biological materials at Boston Logan International Airport, with potential penalties of up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted, as arguments about the definition of "biological materials" unfolded during the proceedings. Need More Context? 🔎

The FDA has approved Yeztugo (lenacapavir), a groundbreaking HIV-prevention injection by Gilead Sciences, which shows near-elimination of HIV transmission with biannual doses, significantly outperforming existing oral medications. Advocates express hope that this advancement could drastically reduce HIV infections in the U.S., though concerns about access and insurance coverage remain due to its high cost and potential political barriers. Need More Context? 🔎

The State Department has implemented new guidelines for social media vetting of international student visa applicants, requiring them to set accounts to public and look for signs of hostility toward the U.S. This decision aims to enhance security and follows previous announcements about expanding social media screening, prompting counselors to advise students to remove potentially concerning posts. Need More Context? 🔎