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Memorial Day Weekend Storms Batter US, Leave Broken Houses and 21 Dead

It is not yet the Atlantic hurricane season, but several storms have already battered the central and southern portions of the US on Memorial Day Weekend.
Stephen Curry, Ayesha Welcome Baby No. 4

Stephen Curry, Ayesha Welcome Baby No. 4

Ayesha and Steph Curry welcomed their fourth child, a son named Caius Chai, born early on May 11. The couple shared the news on Instagram, expressing gratitude as they settle in as a family of six.
Johnny Wactor, 'General Hospital' Star Fatally Shot Following Failed Theft

Johnny Wactor, 'General Hospital' Star Fatally Shot Following Failed Theft

Actor Johnny Wactor, known for "General Hospital," was fatally shot during a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA He was 37. Talent agent David Shaul confirmed his death to Variety.
Senate Border Bill, Which Would Have Tightened Border Security, Fails After Resistance from Senate Republicans

Senate Border Bill, Which Would Have Tightened Border Security, Fails After Resistance from Senate Republicans

The Senate Border Bill, which has bipartisan support, was scrapped yet again after much resistance from Republicans despite it being popular with their base.
Joe Biden Endorsed by Former Rep. Patrick Kennedy Over His Cousin RFK Jr.

Joe Biden Endorsed by Former Rep. Patrick Kennedy Over His Cousin RFK Jr.

Former Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy endorsed President Joe Biden over Cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s third-party bid, praising Biden's leadership on mental health and community funding, calling him the best for these issues.
Mexico: El Nini, Former Los Chapitos' Security Chief, Extradited to the US

Mexico: El Nini, Former Los Chapitos' Security Chief, Extradited to the US

Mexican cartel leader 'El Nini,' wanted in the US for fentanyl trade, has been extradited. President Biden praised the move, citing El Nini's role in the Sinaloa cartel and charges of fentanyl trafficking and violent crimes.
Donald Trump Savagely Booed During Libertarian Convention, Called 'Wannabe Dictator'

Donald Trump Savagely Booed During Libertarian Convention, Called 'Wannabe Dictator'

Donald Trump recently made an appearance at the Libertarian National Convention on Saturday, and it did not go as he planned.
Alec Baldwin's Motion to Dismiss Involuntary Manslaughter Case Denied

Alec Baldwin's Motion to Dismiss Involuntary Manslaughter Case Denied

A judge denied Alec Baldwin's motion to dismiss the "Rust" manslaughter indictment, rejecting claims of bias in the grand jury process. Prosecutors called Baldwin's allegations unfounded and contradictory.
Donald Trump's Truth Social App Continues to Struggle Since Strong Start to Public Trading of DJT

Donald Trump's Truth Social App Continues to Struggle Since Strong Start to Public Trading of DJT

Despite its strong start after going public, Donald Trump's Trump Media (DJT) has been struggling to grow his social media platform, Truth Social.
Florida Priest Bites Woman During Mass, Says He Was Defending "Myself and the Sacrament"

Florida Priest Bites Woman During Mass, Says He Was Defending "Myself and the Sacrament"

Father Fidel Rodriguez was arrested for allegedly biting a woman during communion at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Florida. Police suggested battery charges after he refused her communion bread, citing procedural issues.
Sean Kingston, Popular Reggae Singer, and His Mother Arrested in California for Fraud

Sean Kingston, Popular Reggae Singer, His Mother Arrested in California for Fraud

Popular Jamaican-American rapper and reggae singer Sean Kingston, best known for "Beautiful Girls," has been arrested in Southern California along with his mother over fraud charges.
NCAA, Power 5 Approve Payments College Athletes

NCAA, Power 5 Approve Payments College Athletes

The NCAA and five power conferences will allow schools to pay players for the first time. They settled federal cases with over $2.7 billion in damages and a revenue-sharing plan up to $20 million per school annually.
Texas Man Fatally Shot While Walking His Dog

Texas Man Fatally Shot While Walking His Dog

A Texas man walking his dog was fatally shot early Monday. Investigators suspect a car burglar. William Daniels, 36, was arrested for murder.
Ohio Governor Ensures Joe Biden Is on Ballot, Calls Special Session

Ohio Governor Ensures Joe Biden Is on Ballot, Calls Special Session

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is calling a special session next week to ensure President Joe Biden is on the state's 2024 ballot, calling the situation "ridiculous" and "unacceptable."
Donald Trump, Fox News Ridiculed for Overreaction to FBI Standard Protocol, Claiming Joe Biden Wanted Him Assassinated

Donald Trump, Fox News Ridiculed for Overreaction to FBI Standard Protocol, Claiming Joe Biden Wanted Him Assassinated

Donald Trump and his allies, as well as right-wing media like Fox News, overexaggerated an FBI standard protocol and they have been mocked over it recently.
New Atlantic Hurricane Season Could Spell A Lot More Hurricanes This Year

New Atlantic Hurricane Season Could Spell A Lot More Hurricanes This Year

The Atlantic Hurricane Season is almost upon us and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is warning that more hurricanes might be expected to arrive this year.
Sanction Screening

Sergey Kondratenko: Understanding the Importance of Sanctions Screening

Sergey Kondratenko emphasises that particularly stringent AML requirements are imposed on banks, money transfer operators, and digital platforms providing payment services. When serving clients who are on sanctions lists, secondary sanctions are possible directly for service operators, accompanied by substantial fines. For instance, in 2023, fines for violating AML procedures exceeded 5 billion US dollars.
Charlie Colin, 90s Rock Band Train's Founding Member Dies at 58

Charlie Colin, 90s Rock Band Train's Founding Member Dies at 58

Charlie Colin, a founding member of Train known for hits like "Drops of Jupiter," died at 58 after slipping in a Brussels shower while house-sitting. He had moved to Belgium to teach music.
Donald Trump Falsely Claims Judge Did Not Allow His Witness to Testify Despite Judge Not Barring Him

Donald Trump Falsely Claims Judge Did Not Allow His Witness to Testify in Hush Money Trial

Donald Trump once again made false claims about his porn star hush money trial after the defense rested its case, claiming Judge Juan Merchan did not allow a witness to testify.
California Black Dog Walker's Home Set on Fire Weeks After Racist Threats

California Black Dog Walker's Home Set on Fire Weeks After Racist Threats

A Black dog walker's home was burned after he got racist packages. Terry Williams found threats in April and May. His parents were saved.
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