A U.S. appeals court ruled that President Trump can maintain control over National Guard troops in Los Angeles, despite California Governor Gavin Newsom’s objections, marking the first such deployment against a governor’s wishes since 1965. Newsom vows to legally challenge the decision, asserting Trump is not above the law and criticizing the use of military against citizens.
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Ashleigh Marsh, a 26-year-old mother of two, faced court after assaulting a police officer while experiencing a mental health crisis fueled by delusions that the officers were trying to kidnap and murder her. She received a conditional discharge for 12 months and was ordered to pay costs, with her defense highlighting her struggles with her eldest daughter's severe learning disabilities and her recent mental health decline. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA Pennsylvania man, Terry Sipe, has been sentenced to over seven months in prison for fabricating an attempted murder accusation against his neighbors, the Mixell family, after injuring himself. His hoax was uncovered through a hand-written "to-do" list detailing his plan, leading to charges of false alarms, stalking, and recklessly endangering others. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe situation in southern Gaza is critical, with desperate crowds seeking aid amidst chaos. On June 17th, 51 Palestinians were reportedly killed and over 200 injured at a World Food Programme hub in Khan Younis, with witnesses blaming Israeli troops, while the Israeli Defence Forces are investigating the claims. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Some people in Gaza are really sad because many got hurt or died while trying to get food, and...
Read moreAccenture reported a slowdown in new business for the second consecutive quarter, with a 6% decline in new bookings to $19.7 billion, attributed to heightened economic and geopolitical uncertainty. The company announced workforce reductions and leadership changes amid challenges in its consulting and federal services sectors, impacting revenue growth projections. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreSen. John Hoffman remains in critical condition following a shooting incident at his home on June 14, where he and his wife, Yvette, were attacked by suspected gunman Vance Boelter, who is also accused of murdering fellow legislator Melissa Hortman. The Hoffmans shared their harrowing experience and expressed gratitude for community support, highlighting the dangers public officials face. Need More Context? 🔎
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