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Democratic Senator Forcibly Removed from Kristi Noem's LA Press Conference
https://www.newsweek.com/democratic-senator-forcibly-removed-kristi-noems-la-press-conference-2084737
Democratic Senator forcibly removed from Kristi Noem's LA press conference
DHS Secretary Noem was speaking in Los Angeles about recent ICE operations in the region when Padilla was removed from the room.
www.newsweek.com
June 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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Troops and marines deeply troubled by LA deployment: ‘Morale is not great’
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jun/12/los-angeles-national-guard-troops-marines-morale
Troops and marines deeply troubled by LA deployment: ‘Morale is not great’
Several service members told advocacy groups they felt like pawns in a political game and assignment was not necessary
www.theguardian.com
June 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Man booked over 120 free flights by pretending to be flight attendant
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2025/06/11/fraud-flight-attendant-free-flights/84151108007/?tbref=hp
Man booked over 120 free flights by pretending to be flight attendant
A 35-year-old American man was convicted by a federal jury for falsely claiming to be a flight attendant in order to book over 120 free flights.
www.usatoday.com
June 12, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Miracle in seat 11a: British national survives Air India plane crash disaster
https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/air-india-crash-british-survivor-seat-11a-b2768925.html
Miracle in seat 11a: British national survives Air India plane crash disaster
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh was found sitting in 11A after one of the worst aviation disasters in Indian history
www.independent.co.uk
June 12, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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As Shoppers Cut Back on Spending, Live TV Streaming Services Aim to Attract Subscribers with No-Contract Deals
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/best-live-tv-streaming-services-cable-alternatives-1236085223/
As Shoppers Cut Back on Spending, Live TV Streaming Services Aim to Attract Subscribers with No-Contract Deals
After YouTube raised its monthly subscription rate last year, online cable alternatives are now competing to offer the best deals, channel lineups, sports networks and more — here's how to choose the right one for you.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
June 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Trump extends picnic invite to Rand Paul after senator said "petty" White House rescinded offer
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rand-paul-white-house-rescinded-picnic-invite-big-beautiful-bill/
Trump extends picnic invite to Rand Paul after senator said petty White House rescinded offer
President Trump will host lawmakers Thursday from both parties for the annual congressional picnic on the South Lawn.
www.cbsnews.com
June 12, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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David Hogg leaving DNC leadership role after plan to primary Democrats draws criticism
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/david-hogg-leaving-dnc-leadership/
David Hogg leaving DNC leadership role after plan to primary Democrats draws criticism
Activist David Hogg will leave the Democratic Party's leadership, saying he will not run in a planned redo of this year's DNC vice chair elections.
www.cbsnews.com
June 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Olympic gymnastics icon Mary Lou Retton pleads no contest, fined $100 for DUI
https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2025/06/11/mary-lou-retton-no-contest-plea-dui/84146185007/?tbref=hp
Olympic gymnastics icon Mary Lou Retton pleads no contest, fined $100 for DUI
Mary Lou Retton, the first American gymnast to win an Olympic all-around gold medal, apologized for her actions and was ordered to pay a $100 fine.
www.usatoday.com
June 12, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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Things You Might Not Have Heard- Thursday, June 12 2025 (The Newsletter Edition)
https://theconversationproject.morebettermediacompany.com/2025/06/12/things-you-might-not-have-heard-thursday-june-12-2025/
June 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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London-bound Air India flight with more than 240 aboard crashes in Ahmedabad, India
https://www.npr.org/2025/06/12/nx-s1-5431407/air-india-crash-ahmedabad-boeing
June 12, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Sultan of Brunei in talks to buy NYC’s iconic Pierre Hotel
https://nypost.com/2025/06/10/business/sultan-of-brunei-in-talks-to-buy-nycs-iconic-pierre-hotel-sources/
Exclusive | Sultan of Brunei in talks to buy NYC’s iconic Pierre Hotel: sources
The landmarked hotel at 795 Fifth Ave. overlooking Central Park – which was put on the market last year – has been a favorite of A-listers and titans of industry since it opened its lavish doors in…
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June 12, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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Rand Paul says "incredibly petty" White House rescinded picnic invite over budget bill opposition
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rand-paul-white-house-rescinded-picnic-invite-big-beautiful-bill/
Rand Paul says incredibly petty White House rescinded picnic invite over budget bill opposition
President Trump will host lawmakers Thursday from both parties for the annual congressional picnic on the South Lawn.
www.cbsnews.com
June 12, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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Bragg Soldiers Who Cheered Trump's Political Attacks While in Uniform Were Checked for Allegiance, Appearance
https://www.yahoo.com/news/bragg-soldiers-cheered-trumps-political-172518382.html
Bragg Soldiers Who Cheered Trump's Political Attacks While in Uniform Were Checked for Allegiance, Appearance
As President Donald Trump viciously attacked his perceived political foes, he whipped up boos from the gathered troops directed at California leaders, including Gov. Gavin Newsom.
www.yahoo.com
June 12, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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New dinosaur species related to T. Rex discovered
https://abcnews.go.com/International/new-dinosaur-species-related-rex-discovered/story?id=122572390
New dinosaur species related to T. Rex discovered
Paleontologists have discovered a new species of dinosaur that belongs to the same group of the infamous Tyrannosaurus rex.
abcnews.go.com
June 12, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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Daughter wins $2 million after getting lottery ticket from dad
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/lottery/2025/06/11/massachusetts-lottery-ticket-winner/84155354007/?tbref=hp
Daughter wins $2 million after getting lottery ticket from dad
A Georgia woman got a gift from her father worth more than $1 million, but it wasn't a house or an inheritance. Instead, it was a lottery ticket.
www.usatoday.com
June 12, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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Motel 6 spokesman Tom Bodett sues chain for using his name, voice without permission
https://nypost.com/2025/06/10/business/motel-6-spokesman-tom-bodett-sues-chain-for-using-name-voice-without-permission/?utm_source=smartnews&utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=referral
Motel 6 spokesman sues chain for using his name, voice without permission after 4-decade partnership
The lawsuit by the voice actor who coined the phrase “we’ll leave the light on for you” seeks more than $1 million.
nypost.com
June 12, 2025 at 5:10 AM
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Harvey Weinstein convicted on sex-crimes charge and acquitted on another in retrial
https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2025/06/11/harvey-weinstein-trial-verdict-guilty-jury/83620942007/
Harvey Weinstein convicted on sex-crimes charge and acquitted on another in retrial
A 12-person jury delivered a split verdict in Harvey Weinstein's case, in which he's accused of assaulting three women.
www.usatoday.com
June 12, 2025 at 4:20 AM
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'No Kings Day' protests planned for June 14 with aim to reclaim the American flag
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/06/11/no-kings-day-protests-dc-parade/84031050007/?tbref=hp
June 12, 2025 at 3:31 AM
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2 men plead not guilty in New York crypto kidnapping and torture case
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/2-men-plead-not-guilty-new-york-crypto-kidnapping-torture-case-rcna212391
2 men plead not guilty in New York crypto kidnapping and torture case
William Duplessie and John Woeltz were ordered held in custody until their next court date on July 15.
www.nbcnews.com
June 12, 2025 at 2:40 AM
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Yahoo faces criticism for using AI fantasy sports content after layoffs
https://awfulannouncing.com/yahoo/backlash-ai-fantasy-football-content-after-layoffs.html
Yahoo faces criticism for using AI fantasy sports content after layoffs
Yahoo Sports is facing backlash for using AI for fantasy football content after laying off multiple writers.
awfulannouncing.com
June 12, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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Ananda Lewis, Former MTV VJ and TV Show Host, Dies at 52
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/ananda-lewis-dead-mtv-vj-1236263206/
Ananda Lewis, Former MTV VJ and TV Show Host, Dies at 52
Lewis died after a lengthy battle with breast cancer.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
June 12, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Trump to attend 'Les Misérables' premiere as protests continue across the country
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-attend-les-miserables-premiere-protests-continue-country-rcna212323
Trump to attend 'Les Misérables' premiere as protests continue across the country
The musical, a Trump favorite, has also provided anthems for protesters around the world.
www.nbcnews.com
June 12, 2025 at 12:59 AM
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Woman sues Costco for millions after heavy cabinet allegedly falls on her
https://www.yahoo.com/news/woman-sues-costco-millions-heavy-200123497.html
Woman sues Costco for millions after heavy cabinet allegedly falls on her
California resident Sadie Novotny is seeking millions in damages from Costco, claiming that a heavy liquor cabinet fell on her at the retailer's Santa Rosa location.
www.yahoo.com
June 12, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Disney and Universal sue AI firm Midjourney for copyright infringement
https://apnews.com/article/disney-universal-midjourney-copyright-lawsuit-722b1b892192e7e1628f7ae5da8cc427
June 12, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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Masked rioters in Northern Ireland attack police, torch houses for second night
https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/europe/ballymena-northern-ireland-riots-intl-hnk
Masked rioters in Northern Ireland attack police, torch houses for second night | CNN
Hundreds of masked rioters attacked police and set homes and cars on fire in the Northern Irish town of Ballymena on Tuesday in the second successive night of disorder that followed a protest over an alleged sexual assault in the town.
www.cnn.com
June 11, 2025 at 10:02 PM