Ex-FDNY Chief Sentenced To 20 Months in Prison for Taking Bribes

Former FDNY Chief Brian Cordasco will serve 20 months behind bars after pocketing nearly $200,000 in bribes for fast-tracking fire inspections. Key Takeaways Brian Cordasco received a 20-month prison sentence for taking $190,000 in bribes...
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Multiple US Soldiers Declared Dead After Recovery of M88 Hercules

The tranquil landscape of Pabradė, Lithuania became the backdrop of a somber mission as US military with Lithuanian support recovered an M88 Hercules from...
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Trump Issues Order To Tighten Election Rules

President Donald Trump has just signed an executive order mandating proof of citizenship for voter registration that could fundamentally reshape America's election systems while setting the stage for significant legal battles. Key Takeaways Trump's executive order requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and mandates all ballots be received by Election Day. States not adopting these tougher voter registration standards risk losing federal grant funding. The order directs the Election Assistance Commission to amend voting system guidelines, specifically prohibiting barcodes and QR codes in vote counting. Legal challenges are expected from Democrats who view it...
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Los Angeles DA Rolls Back Ban on Pursuit of Death Penalty

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman has reversed his predecessor's ban on capital punishment, reinstating the death penalty for extreme murder cases, but California's statewide execution moratorium remains in effect. Key Takeaways Los Angeles DA Nathan Hochman has reinstated the possibility of seeking the death penalty for extreme murder cases, overturning former DA George Gascón's blanket ban. The policy change applies to special circumstance murders and will involve an extensive review process including input from victims' families and defense attorneys. Despite this change, no executions are currently taking place in California due to Governor Gavin Newsom's 2019 moratorium, with...
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New Secretary of the Navy Confirmed

John Phelan's recent confirmation as Secretary of the Navy signals a new direction for the naval department, as he enters without prior military experience,...
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FBI Whistleblower Arrested Over Serious Allegations

At JFK airport, FBI agent and whistleblower Johnathan Buma was apprehended on allegations that he disclosed classified information. Key Takeaways An FBI agent, Johnathan Buma, was arrested at JFK Airport for allegedly disclosing classified information. The book draft reportedly contained information on the FBI's investigations into a foreign country's WMD program. Buma printed about 130 files from the FBI's internal network, some marked "Protected." He filed a whistleblower complaint in January 2022, alleging intelligence suppression and retaliation against him. Buma was released on $100,000 bail and his case will be handled in California federal court. Arrest and Allegations Johnathan Buma, a seasoned...
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13-Year-Old Arrested, Charged in Hit-and-Run That Killed Cyclist

Two teenagers have been charged with murder over an alleged fatal hit-and-run involving a cyclist last year. Key Takeaways A 13-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy have been charged with murder in a hit-and-run incident last year involving a bicyclist in Albuquerque. The incident and audio plotting the crime were captured on video and circulated online. The two teens have been charged with murder, conspiracy, and unlawful possession of a handgun, while an 11-year-old involved was arrested but deemed too young to be charged. The victim, Scott Dwight Habermehl, was a respected engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. The Incident and Charges A...
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Trump Demanded 2-Month Deadline for New Nuclear Deal in Letter to Iran

President Donald Trump has set a two-month deadline for Iran to negotiate a new nuclear deal or face potential military consequences as tensions mount...
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Terrible Nightclub Fire Kills Dozens in North Macedonia

A devastating nightclub fire in Kočani, North Macedonia, has left the nation mourning as 59 lives were lost, allegedly due to grave safety failings uncovered in the aftermath. Key Takeaways At least 59 young people aged 18-23 were killed in a nightclub fire in North Macedonia. The nightclub was allegedly operating without a license and exceeded capacity. Authorities arrested 15 individuals and are investigating corruption and bribery. Serious safety violations were found, including pyrotechnics igniting flammable materials. Authorities declared seven days of national mourning and ordered safety inspections. A Night of Tragedy The fire broke out at 2:35 a.m. on Sunday when...
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Trump Says Biden’s Preemptive Pardons Are “Void” and “Vacant”

President Donald Trump has argued that former President Joe Biden's last-minute pardons are void after reports that they were signed using an autopen rather than by Biden himself, which has questions about their legal validity and constitutional implications. Key Takeaways Trump said Biden's pardons are "VOID, VACANT, AND OF NO FURTHER FORCE OR EFFECT" due to alleged autopen use. The contested pardons include protection for Jan. 6 Committee members, Dr. Fauci, and General Milley. Trump suggests Biden was unaware of the pardons due to his mental condition, indicating potential criminal activity by staff. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has called...
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