Emily Hernandez, 25, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a fatal DUI crash killing Victoria Wilson and injuring her husband. Hernandez was driving on the wrong side of the highway with a blood-alcohol content of 0.20%. The sentences will run concurrently. Earlier, she was pardoned for her involvement in the Capitol attack.
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Two security guards were injured in a gunfire exchange with a suspect attempting to steal over $1,000 worth of goods from Target at a Los Angeles shopping plaza. The suspect fired five rounds before escaping and was later arrested. The incident follows heightened concerns about retail crime in California, leading to new legislation against repeat shoplifting.
US vice president JD Vance will attend the AI action summit in Paris next week, his first foreign trip since taking office. The summit, co-chaired by French President Macron and Indian Prime Minister Modi, will bring together global leaders and tech experts to discuss AI's rapid advancements. Vance's visit follows significant developments in AI, including a joint venture involving OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank aimed at expanding AI infrastructure.
During a visit to China, Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari assured that his country's enduring friendship with China will not be broken by terrorist attacks. Despite recent attacks targeting Chinese workers in Pakistan, Zardari emphasized the unshakable bond between the two nations, which has been vital for initiatives like the belt and road initiative. Chinese President Xi Jinping echoed Zardari's sentiments, highlighting their cooperation in the China-Pakistan economic corridor and other... Expand
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to immediately release frozen federal funding to Maine, challenging the USDA's freeze linked to the state's Title IX compliance. The ruling prevents the administration from interfering with Maine's future funding without proper procedure. This decision follows Maine's lawsuit against the USDA, arguing that the withheld funds are crucial for essential services.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked former President Trump's orders to cut funding for DEI programs, citing free speech violations. The Trump administration argued that the orders target DEI programs that breach civil rights laws, but plaintiffs claim the orders are unconstitutional and suppress diversity efforts.
Elon Musk described MacKenzie Scott’s philanthropic efforts as 'concerning' in response to criticism that her donations fund divisive ideologies. Scott, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, has donated $16 billion over five years to over 2,500 non-profits focusing on racial equity, immigrant rights, and LGBTQ justice. Her unrestricted grants have been transformative for many organisations.
Indonesia has recovered 828 cultural artifacts looted during Dutch colonial rule, including a rare Ganesha statue. The artifacts, now displayed in Jakarta's National Museum, symbolize Indonesia's commitment to preserving its heritage and have sparked renewed interest in the nation's history. The repatriation, part of a global movement, highlights Indonesia's capacity to protect its cultural treasures, although thousands more remain abroad.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris visited her Los Angeles home, serving food to wildfire evacuees and thanking firefighters, which elicited mixed reactions from Brentwood neighbors. While some appreciate her presence, others are annoyed by increased security measures. Harris hinted at continued political involvement but faced criticism over recent state leadership.
Fifteen Palestinian prisoners freed by Israel under the Gaza ceasefire have arrived in Turkey, according to foreign minister Hakan Fidan. They were issued visas by the Turkish embassy in Cairo. This follows the first phase of the ceasefire agreement, where 33 Israeli hostages were released in exchange for around 1,900 Palestinian prisoners. Some of the freed prisoners will be permanently exiled, with Turkey offering to take in a number of them.