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A US politician, Lee Vogler, was hospitalized with severe burns after being allegedly attacked by British man Michael Buck-Hayes, who accused him of having an affair with his wife, Mary. Buck-Hayes, charged with attempted murder, claims he set Vogler on fire in a fit of jealousy; he is currently undergoing psychiatric evaluation awaiting trial. Want More Context? 🔎

First Lady Melania Trump shared an AI-generated video of herself on social media, sparking speculation about its implications, including potential future public appearances via hologram. The video, linked to her cryptocurrency venture $MELANIA, led to a 7% rise in its value, although it remains significantly down from its debut high. Want More Context? 🔎

Alfreda Hawkins, while cleaning her closet, discovered a Virginia Lottery ticket worth $100,000 from the $100,000 Extreme Cash game, which she purchased at a Richmond convenience store. This was the last top prize for the game, resulting in its closure, and although she expressed excitement, Hawkins has no immediate plans for her winnings. Want More Context? 🔎

August ‘Gus’ Lamont, a four-year-old boy, has been missing since Saturday after vanishing from his grandparents' homestead in the Australian outback. Hundreds are searching for him, having found only a footprint 500 meters away, while authorities express concern for his survival as they transition to a recovery phase amidst fears he may have fallen into nearby unmarked wells or mines. Want More Context? 🔎

Jihad Al-Shamie, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent, was shot dead by police after fatally stabbing two Jewish individuals during an attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur. In the aftermath, three men were arrested on terrorism-related charges, while two other men sustained serious injuries, and a suspicious device worn by Al-Shamie was deemed non-viable. Want More Context? 🔎

Danielle Longstaffe, a 33-year-old pregnant woman, admitted to fraud by abuse of position, embezzling over £900,000 from her employer, Kaefer Ltd, by forging her boss's signature. She was sentenced to a two-year suspended sentence and ordered to repay £221,000 within three months or face prison time, with her actions impacting 300 colleagues. Want More Context? 🔎