Former Abercrombie CEO arrested in sex trafficking investigation

Immigration authorities detained Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi, a U.S. permanent resident, during his naturalization interview in Vermont, allegedly as retaliation for his protests against the Israel-Gaza war. His detention is part of a broader crackdown on foreign students, with Mahdawi's lawyers claiming he was targeted due to his activism. Federal officials have faced criticism from lawmakers, who labeled the action "immoral and inhumane," as Mahdawi's attorneys filed a petition challenging his detention, which a...

A Texas high school student, Karmelo Anthony, 17, had his bond reduced from $1 million to $250,000 after being charged with the murder of fellow student Austin Metcalf, who was stabbed during a track meet on April 2. Following the bond reduction hearing, Anthony must adhere to strict conditions including house arrest and no contact with Metcalf's family. The incident arose from an altercation reportedly triggered when Metcalf asked Anthony to move from under their...

As President Trump expands executive power, Democratic organizations like ActBlue and Indivisible prepare for potential criminal investigations, prompted by claims from Trump's allies. Legal experts warn that these groups could be targeted, leading to coordinated efforts to defend against possible repercussions, especially amidst Trump's rhetoric about using federal resources against political adversaries. Amid rising tensions, Indivisible, a prominent protest group, has mobilized extensive grassroots activism, underscoring the perceived threats from the Trump administration and the...

Rising Economic UncertaintyKevin L. Kliesen from the St. Louis Federal Reserve highlights that the increase in economic uncertainty from last spring to this spring is the steepest in nearly 40 years, complicating decision-making for both companies and consumers and potentially leading to recessions. Menzie Chinn from the University of Wisconsin illustrates this uncertainty with the example of potential homebuyers who, despite lower interest rates, may hesitate due to fears of falling home prices. Additionally, the...

The rotor system of the helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River, killing all six onboard, was recovered four days post-accident, aiding the NTSB's investigation. The pilot, Seankese "Sam" Johnson, was conducting a tour for a family of Spanish tourists when the helicopter went down on April 10, with video evidence showing it lost its tail and main rotor blades. Following the incident, New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations, and the FAA is reviewing...

Kymberlee Schopper, 52, and Ashley Lelesi, owners of the Florida curio shop Wicked Wonderland, were arrested for selling human remains on Facebook Marketplace, facing charges related to human organs and tissue sales. Police began investigating after receiving a tip in December 2023, which included images of human bones for sale, and discovered the shop had been selling such items for several years, despite Lelesi's claim of unawareness about its legality. Following their arrest, Schopper was...