Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo loses flamingo, seal to bird flu

SummaryOn Sunday evening, eleven individuals were stabbed at the Union Gospel Mission in Salem, Oregon, which supports homeless individuals. The police reported that a male suspect is in custody, while all victims were transported to a local hospital with various injuries. The motive for the attack and the identity of the suspect have not yet been disclosed. Full Article

SummaryOn Sunday in Boulder, Colorado, six individuals were injured during a violent incident at a mall where a peaceful event supporting Israeli hostages was underway. A suspect reportedly used Molotov cocktails and other incendiary devices to attack attendees, with victims ranging in age from 67 to 88; at least one person is in critical condition. The FBI has classified the attack as a "suspected act of terrorism" and is actively investigating the situation. Full Article

SummaryA man shouting "free Palestine" attacked a pro-Israeli gathering in Boulder, Colorado, using Molotov cocktails and a makeshift flamethrower, injuring six individuals aged 67 to 88, some seriously. The FBI is investigating the incident as a suspected act of terrorism, with the suspect, identified as Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, arrested at the scene. Officials, including Colorado's Attorney General and Israel's foreign minister, condemned the attack as antisemitic violence, emphasizing that such acts of hate are...

SummaryThe Trump administration's crackdown on international students has led to widespread confusion and legal battles, including a recent extension of an injunction for Harvard University against visa revocations. Since March, over 4,700 foreign-born students have faced visa terminations, with the State Department now targeting Chinese students based on national security concerns. Despite legal challenges, the administration continues to escalate its efforts, including halting new student visa interviews and expanding social media screenings for applicants. Full...

Scottie Scheffler secured a four-shot victory at the Memorial Tournament, closing with a 2-under 70 to join Tiger Woods as a repeat winner. Despite a slow start due to hand surgery earlier in the year, Scheffler displayed impressive consistency, making only one bogey over the final 40 holes, finishing at 10-under 278. Ben Griffin, who finished second with a 73, briefly challenged Scheffler but faltered on the 17th, while Sepp Straka took third; Scheffler's win...

SummaryA Chinese national, Haoxiang Gao, charged with illegal voting at the University of Michigan, has fled the U.S. after admitting to casting a ballot in the 2024 general election. Gao was ordered to surrender his passport but managed to board a flight to Shanghai on January 19 using his Chinese passport. He faces federal charges for fleeing prosecution, though extradition from China is unlikely, and his case highlights the rarity of noncitizen voting in federal...