The man charged with killing former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and wounding another lawmaker, Vance Boelter, faces potential federal death penalty charges, a rarity in the state since capital punishment was abolished in 1911. Federal authorities took over the case from state prosecutors, raising tensions, as Boelter is also implicated in a meticulously planned attack targeting multiple Democrats.
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An actor, Derek Dixon, has filed a lawsuit against Tyler Perry, alleging sexual harassment and unwanted advances, seeking $260 million in punitive damages. The suit details incidents of groping and coercion, claiming Perry used career opportunities to manipulate Dixon while attempting to cover up the alleged assault with offers to develop a show. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreUS film and TV mogul Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit from actor Derek Dixon, who accuses him of sexual assault and harassment during their work on Perry's shows, The Oval and Ruthless. Perry's attorney has dismissed the allegations as a "scam," asserting that Dixon's claims are fabricated and aimed at financial gain. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreSam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, revealed that his team has received lucrative offers from Meta, including $100 million signing bonuses, as Meta aims to enhance its AI capabilities. Despite this aggressive recruitment strategy, Altman believes his top talent remains committed to OpenAI due to its mission and culture, which he considers superior to Meta's innovation efforts. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreFederal officials have captured one of two detainees, Franklin Norberto Bautista Reyes, who escaped from Newark’s Delaney Hall immigration facility, while the search continues for Andres Felipe Pineda Mogollon, with a $25,000 reward offered. The escape occurred due to alleged shoddy construction, prompting investigations and scrutiny over conditions at Delaney Hall, which has faced protests and criticisms from local officials. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreIrish officials have commenced excavations at the Bon Secours Mother and Baby Home, where the remains of approximately 800 babies and young children who died between the 1920s and 1961 are believed to be buried. Prime Minister Micheal Martin described the situation as harrowing, while forensic experts will analyze and preserve the remains, with the process expected to take two years. Need More Context? 🔎
Read morePresident Donald Trump has announced a 90-day extension for TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, to find a U.S. buyer to comply with a national security law, which the Supreme Court upheld earlier this year. This executive order aims to prevent the app's shutdown, ensuring that its 170 million U.S. users can continue using TikTok while addressing data safety concerns. Need More Context? 🔎
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