Glen Rogers, a 62-year-old man on death row in Florida, was executed via lethal injection after delivering a final message supporting President Donald Trump, stating, “Keep making America great.” Convicted for the 1995 murder of Tina Marie Cribbs, he was also a suspect in numerous other killings and had drawn a separate death sentence in California. Despite various appeals based on childhood trauma, all were denied, and he became the fifth inmate executed in Florida in 2023.
U.S. television ratings for the Stanley Cup Final rematch between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers fell to an average of 2.5 million viewers on TNT, down from 4.17 million last year on ABC. In contrast, Canadian viewership averaged 3.8 million, reflecting a 6% increase in playoff viewership compared to the previous year. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Minnesota state senator John Hoffman and his wife were shot 17 times during an assassination attempt by Vance Luther Boelter, who later killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband. The Hoffmans survived due to their daughter's quick actions, while Boelter faces multiple charges, including murder, after a violent spree targeting lawmakers. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe brother-in-law of notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader "El Mencho," José González Valencia, was sentenced to 30 years in U.S. federal prison for orchestrating a drug trafficking operation and providing weapons to cartels. This follows recent sanctions on CJNG leaders by the State Department, reflecting ongoing efforts to dismantle the cartel's operations amid increasing cooperation from Mexican officials. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreMeta has partnered with Oakley to launch the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses, designed for athletes and fans, starting at $399. Featuring hands-free video recording, Bluetooth speakers, and a personal AI assistant, the glasses will be promoted by sports stars like Kylian Mbappé and Patrick Mahomes, with a full lineup arriving this summer. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreSara Burack, a 40-year-old realtor and star of Netflix's "Million Dollar Beach House," was killed in an apparent hit-and-run in Hampton Bays, New York, on Thursday. Police are searching for the driver who fled the scene after Burack was found unconscious and later pronounced dead at the hospital; she had been a luxury real estate agent for over a decade. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreIn Butler, Ohio, a summer camp provides respite for 36 wounded Palestinian children and their families, organized by the nonprofit HEAL Palestine amid the ongoing Gaza war. The camp allows children like 7-year-old Qamar Alkordi, who lost a leg in a bombing, to play and find community while coping with their injuries and the realities of life in Gaza, where thousands of children have been killed or injured. Need More Context? 🔎
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