A Michigan manufacturing company president, Erik Denslow, was critically stabbed during a staff meeting, allegedly by employee Nathan Mahoney. Police are investigating a potential link to the recent murder of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson, exploring a "copycat" theory. Mahoney fled but was apprehended and charged. While Denslow is expected to survive, the company expressed shock and is supporting its employees.
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A South Korean elementary school teacher is under police investigation for allegedly stabbing a first-grade student to death in Daejeon. The female suspect, in her 40s, had recently returned to work after medical leave and had been receiving treatment for depression since 2018. The girl was found in an audio-visual room and later pronounced dead at a hospital. The tragedy has shocked the nation, prompting acting President Choi Sang-mok to order a review of school safety measures. The school... Expand
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France on Monday said a plan for a one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine would test Moscow's commitment to ending the war it began with its 2022 invasion. In an initial phase it is "a way of verifying that Russia is willing to end this war," Barrot said, emphasising that no withdrawal of Russian troops on the ground was envisaged during the truce.
The FBI has uncovered 2,400 new documents related to President John F. Kennedy's assassination after President Trump's executive order to declassify remaining files. This includes 14,000 pages that were supposed to be reviewed but never were. The order aims for transparency and to end the secrecy surrounding these records.
President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act, enforcing the detention and potential deportation of undocumented individuals accused, but not yet convicted, of theft and violent crimes. The legislation, supported by both major political parties, honors a Georgia nursing student and highlights Trump's commitment to stricter immigration policies, with potential further measures anticipated.
A fire broke out backstage at the France Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World, causing no injuries. The blaze began in a walk-in cooler and was quickly extinguished. Videos on social media showed smoke rising as authorities continued their investigation during the busy Spring Break season.
A 20-year-old motorbike thief, Ciaran Parker, experienced 'instant karma' when he crashed a stolen bike during a high-speed police chase in County Durham. Without wearing a helmet, Parker reached dangerous speeds and crashed, injuring himself. He later tested positive for drugs and was sentenced to 14 months in a Young Offender Institution.
US President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on imports from countries purchasing Venezuelan oil and gas, potentially affecting India, China, and others. These tariffs aim to exert economic pressure on Venezuela, which Trump accuses of hostility and other malpractices. The tariffs, effective from April 2, coincide with his broader plan for reciprocal tariffs on other nations.
Farley became police chief in February 2024 after spending more than 20 years with the department. His antics began soon after he took charge. One Michael F Derin who was attacked by a needle by the police chief which went through his jeans and into his penis told chief Farley that he did not like his actions. In reply, the police chief told him that he did not know how to take a joke.
Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland and Rep. Gerald Connolly of Virginia are seeking detailed information about the authority of the DOGE Service, including Trump adviser Elon Musk and some 40 other people, to carry out firings of federal workers and dismantling of federal agencies.