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During Bryan Kohberger's sentencing for the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, victims' relatives delivered powerful impact statements, expressing their grief and anger. Judge Steven Hippler sentenced Kohberger to four consecutive life sentences, with emotional remarks highlighting the profound loss and trauma experienced by the families. Want More Context? 🔎

A hiker was rescued after a brown bear attack on the Dome Trail in Anchorage, Alaska, prompting a 911 call for help. The unidentified woman had non-life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to a hospital; officials are searching for the bear and reminding hikers to file trip plans and follow safety guidelines to avoid bear encounters. Want More Context? 🔎

High school student Kayla Chege and peers increasingly use AI, like ChatGPT, for personal advice and emotional support, with over 70% of teens engaging with AI companions regularly. While these tools provide constant validation, experts warn they may hinder social skills and real human connections, raising concerns about their impact on youth mental health and relationships. Want More Context? 🔎

Stacy Esser, a realtor in New Jersey, notes a slight shift favoring homebuyers in the housing market, with homes taking longer to sell and more inventory available, although prices remain high, reaching a record median of $396,000. Buyers are advised to consider homes that have lingered on the market and explore first-time homebuyer programs as competition remains fierce in many areas. Want More Context? 🔎

A former American Airlines flight attendant, Estes Carter Thompson III, was sentenced to 18.5 years in prison for secretly filming young girls in an airplane lavatory using a cellphone taped to the toilet lid. His actions, which included recordings of five girls aged 7 to 14, were described by the judge as “appalling,” resulting in lost innocence and lasting trauma for the victims. Want More Context? 🔎

Columbia University has agreed to pay $200 million to the Trump administration over allegations it failed to protect Jewish students during protests on campus, with the settlement leading to the reinstatement of previously frozen federal grants. The agreement includes reforms to campus policies and appoints an independent monitor, though Columbia asserts it does not admit wrongdoing. Want More Context? 🔎