Today in sports history: Sept. 24
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Today in sports history: Sept. 24: In 2006, Brett Favre throws his 402nd TD pass, joining Dan Marino as only QBs with 400+. See more sports moments from this ...
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Today in sports history: Sept. 24: In 2006, Brett Favre throws his 402nd TD pass, joining Dan Marino as only QBs with 400+. See more sports moments from this ...
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Today in sports history: Sept. 24: In 2006, Brett Favre throws his 402nd TD pass, joining Dan Marino as only QBs with 400+. See more sports moments from this ...
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Poignant shot from Gaza wins World Press Photo 2024: The heartbreaking winning photo of this year's World Press Photo of the Year shows a Palestinian woman ...
de.euronews.com/kultur/2024/04/18/ergreifende-aufnahme-aus-gaza-gewinnt-world-press-photo-2024
OJ Simpson, fallen football hero acquitted of murder in 'trial of the century,' dies at 76
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Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Only 1 in 3 US adults think Trump acted illegally in New York hush money case, poll shows
bostonherald.com/2024/04/16/only-1-in-3-us-adults-think-trump-acted-illegally-in-new-york-hush-money-case-poll-shows/
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
Poignant shot from Gaza wins World Press Photo of the Year 2024: The heartrending winning photo of this year's World Press Photo of the Year depicts a ...
euronews.com/culture/2024/04/18/poignant-shot-from-gaza-wins-world-press-photo-of-the-year-2024
Fake Priest Who Targeted Churches Across U.S. Is Arrested, Sheriff Says: Law enforcement agencies had been on the lookout for a serial burglar who was posing as ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/fake-priest-arrested-california.html
Ship that caused Baltimore bridge collapse had apparent electrical issues while still docked: AP source
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/ship-that-caused-balimote-bridge-collapse-had-apparent-electrical-issues-while-still-docked-ap-source.html
Quick Glance: Investigation of Key Bridge Incident
- The FBI has initiated a criminal investigation focusing on the colossal container vessel that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore last month.
- Authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the Dali, a 985-foot Singaporean ship, losing power as it departed from the Port of Baltimore and colliding with one of the bridge's support pillars.
- Federal agents appeared to have boarded the ship on Monday morning to conduct a search.
- President Biden and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) have expressed their commitment to hold accountable any entities potentially responsible for the bridge's destruction.
Scientists say coral reefs around the world are experiencing mass bleaching in warming oceans
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/15/scientists-say-coral-reefs-around-the-world-are-experiencing-mass-bleaching-in-warming-oceans/
Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Trump’s Fourth Attempt At Delaying Hush Money Trial Denied By Judge, Report Says: The trial is scheduled to begin Monday, with Trump legally required to attend.
forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2024/04/12/trumps-fourth-attempt-at-delaying-hush-money-trial-denied-by-judge-report-says/
Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial
- The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.
- Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.
- The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.
- A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.
Unstoppable Scottie Scheffler wins another Masters green jacket: The 27-year-old Scheffler is the fourth-youngest player to have two green jackets.
dallasnews.com/sports/golf/2024/04/14/unstoppable-scottie-scheffler-wins-another-masters-green-jacket/
Were You Stuck With a Big Vet Bill? Tell Us About It.: We want to hear from pet owners about their experiences taking their animals to the vet ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/11/health/vet-bills-pet-insurance.html
Track Will Be First Sport to Pay Olympic Gold Medalists: Winners in Paris will get $50,000 each from track and field’s governing body, as Olympic amateurism ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/10/sports/olympics/paris-olympics-track-field-prize-money.html
Quick Glance: World Athletics Introduces Prize Money for Olympic Champions
- World Athletics has announced it will be the first federation to award prize money at the Olympic Games, with a total prize pot of $2.4 million for the Paris Olympics and gold medallists receiving $50,000.
- President Lord Coe emphasized the importance of creating a stable financial landscape for athletes, describing the decision as a pivotal moment.
- The introduction of prize money for Olympic gold medallists was highlighted as a crucial step for World Athletics and the sport as a whole, recognizing the athletes' critical role in the success of the Games.
- It was noted that the payment of prize money will be subject to athletes undergoing standard anti-doping procedures, and details regarding the structure of prize money for the 2028 Games will be revealed later.
OJ Simpson has been cremated, estate attorney in Las Vegas says. No public memorial is planned
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/oj-simpson-has-been-cremated-estate-attorney-in-las-vegas-says-no-public-memorial-is-planned/
Quick Glance: OJ Simpson Cremated, Estate Attorney in Las Vegas Reveals Details
- Former football star and infamous criminal defendant O.J. Simpson was cremated at the age of 76 in Las Vegas, as confirmed by his attorney Malcolm LaVergne.
- The cremation took place on Wednesday morning at Palm Mortuary in downtown Las Vegas, with few attendees present.
- Simpson's ashes will be given to his children to handle as per their father's wishes, with no public memorial planned.
- Simpson's children are the sole beneficiaries of his estate, as the attorney works to assess the value of his assets which may not cover the outstanding legal judgments.
How to be an extra in Pharrell's movie filming in Richmond: You've probably heard by now that a movie based on hip-hop icon Pharrell Williams' life will be ...
richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/movies-tv/how-to-be-an-extra-in-pharrells-movie-filming-in-richmond/article_f28c583a-f774-11ee-b96f-e7770403f633.html
DOJ blasts GOP effort to hold Garland in contempt over Biden special counsel audio
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Biden wins Rhode Island primary, AP says: Joe Biden wins the Democratic presidential primary in Rhode Island.
pbs.org/newshour/politics/biden-wins-rhode-island-primary-ap-says
Quick Glance: RNC Launches 'Biden Bloodbath' Website
- The Republican National Committee launched a website aimed at criticizing President Biden's border policies.
- BidenBloodbath.com provides a timeline of the 'border crisis,' attributing it to Biden's policies and offering 'real-time messaging' to activists.
- The website also tries to link allegations of crimes committed by individuals who entered battleground states illegally with various data points on fentanyl deaths.
- While the immigration discourse may fuel distrust, generalizations about immigrants committing violent crimes are often false.
Taiwan's strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years damages buildings, leaving 4 dead
npr.org/2024/04/02/1242411378/taiwan-earthquake-tsunami
Quick Glance: Impact of Earthquake in Taiwan: Devastation Captured in Photos
- A powerful earthquake shook Taiwan's east coast, claiming nine lives and leaving at least 946 injured.
- Rescue efforts focus on trapped individuals, including travelers in buses to Taroko National Park and people in a rock quarry.
- Tsunami warnings were issued for Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines, later lifted, following the collapse of 28 buildings and significant landslides in Hualien County.
- Photos showcase tilted buildings, damaged roads and homes, and rescue operations post-earthquake.
Lou Conter, last survivor of the USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, dies at 102: The seaman had a storied career in the Navy. Over 27 years he served ...
npr.org/2024/04/03/1242430911/lou-conter-uss-arizona-pearl-harbor
Quick Glance: Last Survivor of USS Arizona from Pearl Harbor Attack Passes Away
- The final surviving member of the USS Arizona battleship that was destroyed during the Japanese assault on Pearl Harbor has passed away. Lou Conter had reached the age of 102.
- Conter passed away in his residence in Grass Valley, California as a result of congestive heart failure, as confirmed by his daughter, Louann Daley.
- In the attack of 1941 that propelled the United States into World War II, a total of 1,177 sailors and Marines lost their lives. Conter, who served as a quartermaster, was stationed on the main deck of the Arizona when Japanese aircraft flew above him on December 7 at 7:55 a.m.
- A bomb managed to pierce through the steel decks of the battleship 13 minutes into the assault, igniting more than 1 million pounds of gunpowder stored beneath it, causing the ship to be raised out of the water.
Biden wins Wisconsin primary, AP says: Joe Biden wins the Democratic presidential primary in Wisconsin.
pbs.org/newshour/politics/biden-wins-wisconsin-primary-ap-says
Taylor Swift album release party in Richmond this week: The Broadberry is hosting a party for the release of Taylor Swift's 15th album "The Tortured Poets ...
richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/music/taylor-swift-new-album-party/article_db4a51f4-fc06-11ee-b463-871865bd4c47.html
Biden’s latest plan for student loan cancellation moves forward as a proposed regulation
sun-sentinel.com/2024/04/16/bidens-latest-plan-for-student-loan-cancellation-moves-forward-as-a-proposed-regulation/
Father of Fallen World Central Kitchen Worker Confronts Antony Blinken on Israel Support
thedailybeast.com/father-of-fallen-wck-worker-confronts-secretary-antony-blinken-on-israel-support
Quick Glance: Father Urges Tougher US Stance on Israel in Gaza
- John Flickinger calls for the US to use its influence to end killings in Gaza.
- He is hopeful that the US will suspend aid to force a change in Israeli behavior.
- The late Jacob Flickinger is remembered as a dedicated humanitarian and loving father.
- World Central Kitchen has halted food deliveries in Gaza, accusing Israel of using food as a weapon.
Woman who stole Ashley Biden’s diary sentenced to month in prison : A Florida woman who stole Ashley Biden’s diary in 2020 was sentenced to one month in prison ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4583881-woman-stole-ashley-biden-diary-sentenced-month-prison/
Maryland governor and members of Congress to meet to discuss support for rebuilding collapsed bridge
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/08/maryland-governor-and-members-of-congress-to-meet-to-discuss-support-for-rebuilding-collapsed-bridge/
WATCH LIVE: 'Rosie the Riveters' to be honored with Congressional Gold Medal for WWII efforts
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GM will relocate headquarters from RenCen to Detroit's new Hudson's building: GM CEO Mary Barra and Rocket Companies CEO Dan Gilbert announced that GM will move ...
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Teel: Neither fluke nor Cinderella, N.C. State heads to Final Four after topping Duke
richmond.com/sports/nc-state-beats-duke-final-four/article_3bf82bfe-ef8a-11ee-8a23-df6d76f2b799.html
Quick Glance: NC State Advances to First Final Four Since 1983: DJ Burns Leads Upset
- NC State makes fourth Final Four appearance, first since 1983, by defeating Duke in a thrilling 74-64 game.
- DJ Burns Jr. scored 29 points to lead the Pack against Duke after struggling in the ACC Season.
- Burns was defended by Mark Mitchell and Ryan Young after Kyle Filipowski fouled out, contributing to his standout performance.
- Duke's McCain excelled with 32 points, while Proctor's disappointing performance may impact his draft decision.
A fire in a 16-story Hong Kong residential building kills at least 5 people and injures dozens
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Woman Who Stabbed Childhood Friend to Impress ‘Slender Man’ Won’t Be Released: A judge denied Morgan Geyser’s request for release on Thursday, nearly a decade ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/11/us/slender-man-stabbing-wisconsin.html
Quick Glance: Girl Who Stabbed Classmate for 'Slender Man' Won't Be Released
- A 21-year-old Morgan Geyser was deemed a continued risk to the public by a Wisconsin judge and will not be released from a psychiatric hospital yet.
- Despite assessments from two psychiatrists, including the medical director of Winnebago Mental Health Institute, Judge Michael Bohren ruled against Geyser's release.
- Geyser and Anissa Weier were 12 when they lured Payton Leutner to a park in 2014, where Geyser stabbed her multiple times in an attempt to please Slender Man, a fictional online horror character.
- Although doctors noted an improvement in Geyser and her readiness to reintegrate into the community, the judge decided against her release due to credibility issues and concerns regarding public safety.
New leader of Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH steps down less than 3 months on the job
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/new-leader-of-jesse-jacksons-civil-rights-organization-steps-down-less-than-3-months-on-the-job/
Houston's Kelvin Sampson voted Coach of the Year: Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson is the 2023-24 Associated Press Coach of the Year after leading his team to a ...
reuters.com/sports/houstons-kelvin-sampson-voted-coach-year-2024-04-05/
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: See Wreckage Clearing Effort In Photos: The White House said the rebuilding process “will not be quick, or easy, or cheap.”
forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/2024/04/06/baltimore-bridge-collapse-see-wreckage-clearing-effort-in-photos/
Quick Glance: Successful Recovery of Missing Construction Worker After Key Bridge Collapse
- Authorities announced the successful recovery of a construction worker who had been missing following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Friday.
- The worker identified as Maynor Yasir Suazo-Sandoval was 38 years old and recognized by the Unified Command.
- Three workers are still missing and presumed deceased, including Miguel Luna, a father of five from Usulutan, California, in El Salvador, as reported by his family to ABC News.
- Mayor Brandon Scott of Baltimore expressed that the retrieval of the third victim "moves us one step closer to closure," while emphasizing that he continues to stand with families awaiting news of their loved ones.
Bill Clinton’s new memoir to focus on post-White House years: “Citizen: My Life After the White House” will cover the presidential campaigns of his wife ...
pennlive.com/politics/2024/04/bill-clintons-new-memoir-to-focus-on-post-white-house-years.html
Istanbul airport hires five therapy dogs for anxious travelers : The Associated Press caught up with Kuki and Alita, two of the dogs taking part in the airport’s ...
theglobeandmail.com/life/article-istanbul-airport-hires-five-therapy-dogs-for-anxious-travelers/
Britain's Prince Harry formally confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/ap-charles-iii-meghan-britain-london-b2531098.html
Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
Hundreds of Tons of Aid to Gaza Sent Back After IDF Strike on Aid Convoy: Following Monday’s attack, humanitarian aid was sent away from thousands of ...
thedailybeast.com/hundreds-of-tons-of-aid-to-gaza-sent-back-after-idf-strike-on-aid-convoy
Kit Harington Says The Jon Snow Sequel To 'Game Of Thrones' Isn't Happening: "We sort of threw around a few ideas," Harington told the Associated Press this week ...
huffpost.com/entry/game-of-thrones-kit-harington-sequel_n_6616c41ee4b02edf2008f293
Quick Glance: Surprising Turn: HBO's Game Of Thrones Jon Snow Spin-Off Shelved
- An unexpected development has led to the cancellation of one of the major Game of Thrones spin-off series focusing on the beloved character Jon Snow. Kit Harrington explained that development issues resulted in the project not moving forward.
- Following the conclusion of Game of Thrones in 2019, Harrington avoided discussions about the Jon Snow spin-off to manage fan expectations. They struggled to find a compelling story that excited everyone, prompting the project to be put on hold.
- The actor emphasized that they explored various approaches but have not yet found a suitable story. While there is a possibility of revisiting the project in the future, it is currently not under consideration and remains shelved for the time being.
- The cancellation of the Jon Snow spin-off is disappointing for fans anticipating further adventures in the world of Game of Thrones. Nevertheless, there is a chance that the project may be reconsidered at a later date.
Your morning coffee may be hundreds of thousands of years old: Researchers have found that the world’s most popular type of coffee emerged hundreds of thousands ...
pennlive.com/health/2024/04/your-morning-coffee-may-be-hundreds-of-thousands-of-years-old.html
Quick Glance: Coffee Origins Revealed: Genome Study Uncovers Ethiopian Roots
- Researchers unlocked the genome of Arabica coffee species, tracing its origins to a natural mating over 600,000 years ago in Ethiopia.
- The study revealed Arabica's low genetic diversity and susceptibility to pests and diseases, limiting its cultivation locations.
- The findings could lead to new breeding approaches in coffee to develop varieties with enhanced resistance to diseases and climate changes.
- Arabica formed as a natural hybridization between parent species Coffea canephora and Coffea eugenioides, mainly used for global coffee production.
AP photographer explains how he captured the moment of eclipse totality: He created a solar filter and brought three cameras to the Dallas Zoo for the big event ...
pennlive.com/life/2024/04/ap-photographer-explains-how-he-captured-the-moment-of-eclipse-totality.html
Ford recalls over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick cars due to loss of drive power risk
independent.co.uk/news/ford-ap-new-york-associated-press-michigan-b2530261.html
19 cats roam Mexico's presidential palace. A new declaration gives them food and care fur-ever
independent.co.uk/news/david-bowie-ap-andres-manuel-lopez-obrador-mexico-coco-b2524606.html
Quick Glance: 19 Cats in Mexico's National Palace: Living Fixed Assets
- Nineteen feral cats freely roam Mexico's National Palace, declared 'living fixed assets' by the government for perpetual care.
- Named after artists and in the ancient Aztec language, the cats have become a symbol of the palace, accompanying President López Obrador.
- The cats have been vaccinated, sterilized, and chipped, with palace staff ensuring their feeding and care.
- The government's declaration ensures that the cats are provided for and cared for by the country's Treasury as 'living fixed assets.'
Norfolk Southern Settles East Palestine Derailment Lawsuit For $600 Million: The funds, if approved, will be used to address the impact of last year’s derailment ...
forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/2024/04/09/norfolk-southern-settles-east-palestine-derailment-lawsuit-for-600-million/
Quick Glance: Ohio Train Accident: Norfolk Southern Agrees to $600M Settlement
- Following a severe train derailment in February 2023 in Eastern Ohio, Norfolk Southern has agreed to a settlement in a class-action lawsuit totaling $600 million.
- The settlement will encompass all class action claims within a 20-mile radius of the derailment and personal injury claims within a 10-mile radius.
- The agreement does not entail an acknowledgment of liability, misconduct, or fault.
- The settlement is anticipated to be submitted for preliminary approval to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio in April 2024, with potential payments commencing by the year's end.
NCAA Gives Snarky Reason Why It Held Caitlin Clark Presser On Loading Dock: An NCAA site representative dismissed concerns about the truck noise, saying ...
huffpost.com/entry/caitlin-clark-loading-dock-press-conference-ncaa_n_66107ebce4b056f720580f40
Who Ate Where: 48 Scenes From a Century of New York Dining: Debbie Harry at Katz’s, David Byrne at the Locale, and Bastille Day at Florent are just some of the ...
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Oregon State, unranked in women’s basketball preseason poll, is No. 8 in final AP Top 25
oregonlive.com/beavers/2024/04/oregon-state-unranked-in-womens-basketball-preseason-poll-is-no-8-in-final-ap-top-25.html
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Israel clears way to shutter Al Jazeera as Netanyahu says 'terror channel' airs incitement
montrealgazette.com/news/world/israel-clears-way-to-shutter-al-jazeera-as-netanyahu-says-terror-channel-airs-incitement
Quick Glance: Israel Plans Closure of Al Jazeera Following Legislation
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to shut down Al Jazeera's operations in Israel after parliament passed a law facilitating the closure.
- Netanyahu called Al Jazeera a "terror channel" that spreads incitement and threatened to strain relations with Qatar, the channel's owner.
- The relationship between Israel and Al Jazeera soured nearly two years ago when Al Jazeera correspondent Shireen Abu Akleh was killed during an Israeli military raid in the occupied West Bank.
- The law authorizes officials to close Al Jazeera after consultations and approval from legal and security officials, with any order being valid only through July 31 or the end of the Gaza conflict.
20 years ago, people thought Google's Gmail launch was an April Fool's Day joke
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Quick Glance: Google Celebrates 20 Years with Gmail
- Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin loved playing pranks and unveiled Gmail on April Fool’s Day in 2004.
- Gmail offered a groundbreaking 1 gigabyte of storage per account, revolutionizing email capacity at the time.
- In addition to storage, Gmail featured Google's search technology and threaded conversations together.
- Gmail quickly became popular, shifting the storage paradigm and leading to a digital storage revolution.
New survey finds agreement on most core American values: A new poll found most Americans agreeing on most of the country’s core values including the right to ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4572036-new-survey-agreement-most-core-american-values/
Mideast official says raid on ship near Strait of Hormuz was carried out by Iran: A video seen by The Associated Press shows commandos raiding a ship near the ...
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Amazon is removing Just Walk Out technology from its Fresh grocery stores in the US
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/02/amazon-is-removing-just-walk-out-technology-from-its-fresh-grocery-stores-in-the-us/
Quick Glance: No 'Just Walk Out' at Amazon Grocery Stores: The Rise of Smart Shopping Carts
- Amazon is replacing the 'Just Walk Out' technology in U.S. stores with smart shopping carts, while keeping it in the U.K.
- The company is now banking on the smart shopping cart to potentially revolutionize the food shopping experience.
- Acknowledging the failure to widely implement the 'Just Walk Out' technology, Amazon shifts focus to the smart shopping cart as a more feasible solution.
- Introducing technology in the grocery sector faces challenges, especially concerning consumer trust and the adoption of innovations.
Iowa Hawkeyes Surprise Caitlin Clark With Player of the Year Award in Comical Wheel of Fortune Skit
si.com/college/2024/04/04/caitlin-clark-iowa-admires-uconn-paige-bueckers
Quick Glance: LSU-Iowa Rematch Breaks ESPN Viewership Record
- LSU and Iowa attracted millions of viewers, leading to record ratings on ESPN.
- The Elite Eight game showcased top college basketball players and ended with a victory for Iowa.
- The Elite Eight resulted in high viewership and increased interest in women's basketball.
- The upcoming Final Four tournament promises exciting games and high ticket prices.
Free blue checks are back for some accounts on Elon Musk’s X. Not everyone is happy about it
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/04/free-blue-checks-are-back-for-some-accounts-on-elon-musks-x-not-everyone-is-happy-about-it/
Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Flawed Attempt to Correct a Badge of Shame
- Elon Musk removed and awarded blue check marks as part of a subscription model on Twitter.
- The blue badge was a status symbol and important for verifying important individuals.
- Musk's actions led to confusion and chaos on the platform.
- Later, Musk offered many users free premium subscriptions to reinstate the blue check mark.
Intel Granite Rapids-AP “LGA 7529” CPU Specs Leak: Xeon 6980P With Up To 128 P-Cores, 3.2 GH…
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Ben Volin's 2024 Mock NFL Draft: In his first mock draft of the season, he predicts four quarterbacks going in the first five picks ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/11/sports/ben-volin-2024-mock-nfl-draft/
Security forces kill 2 Papuan rebel leaders in shootout near jointly owned US-Indonesian gold mine
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Most Americans say democracy important for US, but not functioning well: Survey: Most Americans say democracy is important to the United States’s identity ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4574778-most-americans-say-democracy-important-us-not-functioning-well-survey/
Study says since 1979 climate change has made heat waves last longer, spike hotter, hurt more people
abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/study-1979-climate-change-made-heat-waves-longer-108663363
Polls show Trump winning key swing states. That’s partly a failure of the press: Polls can’t predict – but they can warn. And I’m not sure our horserace-obsessed ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/05/polls-trump-winning-swing-states-press-failure
This isn't the first time the U.S. and Israel have disagreed over Gaza: The U.S. and Israel are close allies, but they've had sharp disagreements ...
npr.org/2024/04/02/1241701364/u-s-israel-disagree-gaza
OPINION | It’s too easy to get the wrong idea about rural rage: The right has spent decades investing in that power, planting seeds of fear that are sowing ...
trib.al/NuiucDs
Cambodia says YouTubers torment monkeys for views, plans legal action: Angkor Wat officials say they will take legal action against the worst offenders amid a ...
businessinsider.com/cambodia-says-youtubers-torment-monkeys-for-views-plans-legal-action-2024-4
Taiwan Quake, Gaza Deaths and More: Photos of the Week: Cherry blossoms in Japan, Basketball's Final Four and other images from across the world ...
wsj.com/story/taiwan-quake-gaza-deaths-and-more-photos-of-the-week-8468be20
Polzin: Madison man's journey to 1 million Chicago Cubs baseball cards concluding at Wrigley Field
dailyprogress.com/sports/professional/mlb/chicago-cubs-baseball-cards-beau-thompson/article_991d5865-e3ca-5204-9ba6-aeaf7e44c261.html
AT&T says a data breach leaked millions of customers’ information online. Were you affected?
thehill.com/homenews/ap/ap-u-s-news/ap-att-says-a-data-breach-leaked-millions-of-customers-information-online-were-you-affected/
Quick Glance: 73M AT&T customers affected by data breach
- Customers notified about data breach
- Personal data of 73 million AT&T account holders compromised
- Investigation initiated, no unauthorized system access detected
- Customers receive recommendations to monitor their credits and passwords
The “Picture of the Year” That Violates the Humanity of its Subject: This isn’t war photography. It’s photography of terrorism and sexual violence.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/picture-year-shani-louk-humanity-violation.html
An Easter Blessing, The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill and Netanyahu Takes Power : Picturing This Week in History April 1 – 7
usnews.com/photos/2024/04/01/an-easter-blessing-the-exxon-valdez-oil-spill-and-netanyahu-takes-power-picturing-this-week-in-history-april-1-7
Video shows raid on ship near Strait of Hormuz; attack carried out by Iran, says Mideast official - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/gulf/video-shows-raid-on-ship-near-strait-of-hormuz-attack-carried-out-by-iran-says-mideast-official
A veteran with dementia got lost going shopping. He died months after an officer body-slammed him
richmond.com/news/nation-world/police-violence-vulnerable-populations/article_daedeec3-8726-5278-b703-fc791c261893.html
Iran activates air defence systems as Israeli strike reported: Israel appears to be acting in retaliation for the April 13 attack by Iran
thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2024/04/19/iran-activates-air-defence-systems-as-israeli-strike-reported/
Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
First major attempts to regulate AI face headwinds from all sides: A group of lawmakers from six states have worked on the first major proposals to reign in AI ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/18/first-major-attempts-to-regulate-ai-face-headwinds-from-all-sides/
No action taken at Security Council meeting on Iran’s retaliatory attack on Israel - Region - World
english.ahram.org.eg/News/521893.aspx
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Lawyers for Nassar assault survivors have reached $100M deal with Justice Department, AP source says
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/lawyers-for-nassar-assault-survivors-have-reached-100m-deal-with-justice-department-ap-source-says/
AP NewsAlert: Police say a man is arrested after reportedly stabbing a bishop and churchgoers in Sydney, with no major
bloomberg.com/en/news/thp/2024-04-15/ap-newsalert-police-say-a-man-is-arrested-after-reportedly-stabbing-a-bishop-and-churchgoers-in-sydney-with-no-major
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident
- A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.
- The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.
- The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.
- A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.
Supreme Court makes it easier to sue for job discrimination over forced transfers
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/supreme-court-makes-it-easier-to-sue-for-job-discrimination-over-forced-transfers/
Final Four road for Purdue began with look in the mirror and decision to stay the course
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/01/final-four-road-for-purdue-began-with-look-in-the-mirror-and-decision-to-stay-the-course/
Quick Glance: Purdue Triumphs Over Tennessee to Secure First Final Four Since 1980
- Purdue secured their first Final Four appearance since 1980 with an impressive 72-66 victory over Tennessee in the championship game of the NCAA men's tournament Midwest Region in Detroit.
- Zach Edey stood out for the Boilermakers, delivering a career-best performance of 40 points and 16 rebounds.
- Since their last national semifinal appearance 44 years ago, Purdue has clinched 11 Big Ten regular-season titles, yet tournament success has remained elusive.
- Despite Dalton Knecht's remarkable 37-point performance for Tennessee, the Volunteers lacked other scorers reaching double figures.
2024 MLB Draft top 50 prospects rankings: Why Keith Law has Charlie Condon at No. 1
theathletic.com/5421487/2024/04/18/mlb-draft-2024-prospect-rankings-top-50-keith-law/
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Dominican judge denies request to lift court order vs. Wander Franco: The Rays shortstop will continue his monthly check-ins with Dominican authorities.
tampabay.com/sports/2024/04/05/wander-franco-dominican-republic-investigation-court-meetings/
Former US ambassador sentenced to 15 years in prison for serving as secret agent for Cuba
9news.com.au/world/former-us-ambassador-sentenced-to-15-years-in-prison-for-serving-as-secret-agent-for-cuba/9235cb4c-3442-46b6-8e58-4d8c7181a286
Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba
- Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.
- Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.
- The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.
- The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.
Pakistani police search for gunmen who abducted bus passengers and killed 11: QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistani police searched for gunmen who killed nine people ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/13/pakistani-police-search-gunmen-abducted-bus-passengers-killed-11/
Quick Glance: Armed gunmen kill 11 people in southwest Pakistan
- Armed individuals abducted and killed nine people in Baluchistan.
- The attackers also fired on another vehicle.
- Victims were from Punjab province, some were migrants heading to Europe.
- Government condemns the attack and promises punishment for the perpetrators.
Kentucky hires BYU’s Mark Pope as men’s basketball coach to replace John Calipari
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/12/kentucky-hires-byus-mark-pope-as-mens-basketball-coach-to-replace-john-calipari/
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