Man, 84, to stand trial accused of shooting black teenager Ralph Yarl who knocked on wrong door
An 84-year-old homeowner who is accused of shooting a black teenager after he mistakenly went to the man’s house must stand trial, a Missouri judge has ruled. Andrew Lester, a retired mechanic, is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action after he shot 17-year-old Ralph Yarl, who had mistakenly knocked on his house to […]
UFOs: Pentagon launches ‘one-stop shop’ website for declassified information
Declassified information about resolved UFO sightings will be available on a new website set up by the US defense department. The Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) website launch comes amid increased attention on reported UFO sightings. In July, whistleblowers told a Congress hearing the US government was “hiding crucial information” about UFOs, months after NASA’s first […]
Parenting advice YouTuber Ruby Franke arrested on suspicion of child abuse in Utah
A former YouTuber who gave online parenting advice has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated child abuse after two of her children were found to be malnourished. Ruby Franke, whose now defunct 8 Passengers channel followed her family, was arrested on Wednesday in Utah and taken into custody. Franke’s 12-year-old son had climbed out of […]
Forwarding Visionary: The Journey of Lennox Roach in International Trade
In a world where commerce transcends borders, Lennox Roach emerges as a notable figure in the intricate industry of international trade. He has mastered orchestrating business operations from the heart of global manufacturing to diverse global destinations. “I have 15 years of experience doing business in China. Over time, I’ve gained the necessary expertise to […]
Laughter Knows No Boundaries: The Inspiring Story of Angelo Colina, Comedian Extraordinaire
In the vibrant world of comedy, a unique voice is emerging, drawing inspiration from the streets of Venezuela to the stages of New York. Meet Angelo Colina, a Venezuelan comedian making waves in the Big Apple’s comedic scene. As the creator of “Gente Funny” and co-founder of “Español Please,” he brings a fresh and hilarious […]
Hawaii wildfires: Missing persons list released with 388 still unaccounted for after blazes
Some 388 people are still missing after deadly wildfires ripped through Maui in Hawaii, police have said. The Maui Police Department released the names of those who remain unaccounted for – earlier this week 850 were missing. The blazes that devastated Lahaina killed at least 115 people, making them the deadliest in the US in […]
Chicago police investigate White Sox baseball game shooting as two women injured
Two people have been injured in a shooting during a baseball game in Chicago. A 42-year-old woman was wounded in the leg and another woman, 26, received a grazed abdomen at the Guaranteed Rate Field Stadium on Friday evening, police said. Detectives are still in the preliminary stages of their investigation. In a statement, Chicago […]
Simone Biles wins record eighth title at US Gymnastics Championships
Simone Biles has won a record eighth all-around title at the US Gymnastics Championships less than a month after ending a two-year break from the sport. The 26-year-old claimed the record-breaking crown – 10 years after winning her first – as she posted a total of 118.40, four points clear of runner-up Shilese Jones. The […]
Donald Trump: Trial date set for ex-US president on charges of plotting to overturn election results
The trial of Donald Trump on charges of plotting to overturn the 2020 presidential election result has been set for 4 March 2024. The date means Trump’s trial could start almost eight months to the day before the 2024 US presidential election. And it’s also one day before so-called Super Tuesday, when many states nominate […]
Two killed after helicopter crashes into apartment building in Florida
Two people have been killed after a helicopter crashed into an apartment complex in Florida. The fire-rescue helicopter crashed near the Pompano Beach Airpark on Monday shortly before 9am local time, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said. Three people were on board the helicopter at the time of the crash. Broward Sheriff’s Office Captain Terryson Jackson, […]