A Tesla dealership in Tigard, Oregon, was hit by gunfire for the second time in a week, causing significant damage but no injuries. Investigations involve federal agencies, including the FBI and ATF. The attacks come as hostility towards Tesla and CEO Elon Musk increases, partly due to his role in the Trump administration's new department.
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Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry faced backlash for posting a celebratory dinner photo following a terror attack on Bourbon Street that left 15 dead. "Safety is our top priority and we want our guests and the world to know that Louisiana does not cower to radical Islamic terrorists. Our restaurants and all New Orleans has to offer remain open for business," Guv Jeff Landry said.
Three family members including two American brothers and a local relative were killed in a shooting in Durango, Mexico. A teenage son survived but is in critical condition. The attack occurred while they were traveling in an SUV with an Illinois license plate. Authorities are investigating robbery as a possible motive.
More than fifty years passed between the last Apollo mission and the United States' return to the lunar surface, when the first-ever private lander touched down last February. Now, the United States is working to make private lunar missions routine through NASA's $2.6 billion Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program, a public-private initiative designed to deliver hardware to the surface at a fraction of traditional mission costs.
A surge of social media activity has targeted prominent figures in the health insurance industry, publishing their names and salaries, and in some cases, featuring them on "Wanted" posters plastered across Manhattan. These posters bear provocative imagery, including bullet-shaped graphics, alongside slogans such as "UnitedHealthcare killed everyday people for the sake of profit. As a result, Brian Thompson was denied his claim to life. Who will be denied next?" and "Wall Street CEOs Should Not... Expand
The UAE has sent its 23rd relief plane to Lebanon as part of the "UAE stands with Lebanon" campaign, delivering 35 tonnes of medical supplies, including essential devices and equipment for hospitals. This continued support, initiated by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, aims to alleviate Lebanon's healthcare and economic crises. The UAE remains committed to providing aid to Lebanon and other nations facing crises.
Elon Musk is expected to launch the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the White House Complex, aimed at reducing government expenses. This initiative, co-led by Vivek Ramaswamy, intends to dismantle bureaucracy and cut wasteful spending. DOGE's mission is set for completion by July 4, 2026, while ethics rules and legal frameworks could complicate Musk’s involvement.
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