A US judge has ruled that Andrew Lester, an 84-year-old white homeowner, must stand trial for shooting and seriously injuring a Black teenager who had mistakenly gone to his house. The incident took place on April 13, when 17-year-old Ralph Yarl went to the wrong house to pick up his younger brothers. Missouri’s Clay County Judge Louis Angles issued the ruling after a preliminary hearing that included testimony from witnesses, including Yarl. Lester, a retired aircraft mechanic, is facing charges of first-degree assault and armed criminal action. He had previously pleaded not guilty and claimed self-defense. His lawyer, Steve Salmon,…
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A recent UK study indicates that blood clots in the brain or lungs might be a contributing factor to the common symptoms of “long Covid,” including brain fog and fatigue. Researchers from the universities of Oxford and Leicester analyzed 1,837 individuals who had been hospitalized due to Covid and found that two blood proteins were associated with blood clots, which could explain cognitive issues experienced by some patients. Approximately 16% of individuals who were hospitalized due to Covid report difficulty thinking, concentrating, or remembering for at least six months. The study focused on patients admitted to hospitals and tracked cognitive…
Former United States President Donald Trump has entered a plea of not guilty to charges of election interference in the state of Georgia. The court filing, signed by Trump, waived the need for a formal arraignment hearing, stating, “I do hereby waive formal arraignment and enter my plea of NOT GUILTY to the indictment in this case.” The charges stem from allegations that Trump and 18 associates conspired to “unlawfully change the outcome” of the 2020 US presidential election in Georgia. Prosecutors had initially set arraignment hearings for Trump and his co-defendants on September 6. Trump, a leading contender for…
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Russian mercenary group Wagner, appeared in a video shortly before his death in a plane crash, alluding to threats to his safety. The video, which was published on the Wagner-linked Telegram channel Grey Zone, seems to have been filmed days before the crash that claimed Prigozhin’s life. In the video clip, Prigozhin addresses those speculating about his status, saying, “For those who are discussing whether I’m alive or not… everything’s OK.” He adds that he is in Africa at the time of recording, providing the context of “the second half of August 2023.” The…
English Premier League team Newcastle United is set for a formidable challenge in the 2023-24 Champions League group stage, drawing European giants Paris St-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, and AC Milan in Group F. After an absence from the group stage since the 2002-03 season, Newcastle faces a daunting task against teams that have all demonstrated their prowess in the competition. Paris St-Germain, finalists in 2020, and seven-time European champions AC Milan are formidable opponents. Borussia Dortmund, winners in 1997, will also provide stiff competition for the Magpies. For their return to the Champions League, Arsenal finds themselves in Group B alongside…
A tragic fire swept through a five-story building in Johannesburg, claiming the lives of at least 74 people, including 12 children, and leaving more than 50 others injured. The incident occurred at a city center building that had been abandoned but was being occupied by homeless individuals. The cause of the blaze remains uncertain. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his sorrow over the “unprecedented” incident and referred to it as a “tragedy.” Ramaphosa commended the swift response of emergency services, who arrived at the scene just 10 minutes after the fire was reported. He also pledged support for those…
The stage is set for the upcoming London Film Festival (LFF), featuring an impressive lineup of movies from some of Hollywood’s biggest names, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Bradley Cooper. The 12-day event, scheduled to kick off on October 4th, promises to be a star-studded affair, although ongoing Hollywood strikes have cast a shadow of uncertainty over the presence of these A-listers on the red carpet. The festival’s lineup boasts highly anticipated films that are sure to captivate audiences. Among the highlights is Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon,” starring DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, adapted from the 2017 book…
As the ongoing rap feud between Kenyan and Tanzanian artists continues to sizzle, a new twist has emerged with Tanzanian model Ben Breaker challenging Kenyan rapper Khaligraph Jones to a ring fight. Breaker, a well-known figure in Tanzania’s entertainment scene, took to Instagram to issue the challenge, asserting that no Kenyan artist could match his prowess in the ring. In a video post, Breaker confidently stated, “I want me and you to move in the ring I beat you. There is no star in Kenya that can beat me.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by…
Delving into Mozzy net worth offers a glimpse into the impressive achievements of this renowned American rapper and songwriter, whose impact on the hip-hop scene is immeasurable. Mozzy Net Worth $3 Million Date of Birth June 24, 1987 Place of Birth Sacramento, California Nationality American Profession Rapper, Record Producer, Songwriter Mozzy Early Life and Background Born as Timothy Patterson on June 24, 1987, in Sacramento, California, Mozzy grew up in the Oak Park neighborhood, marked by its challenging environment of crime and gang activity. Also Read: Mary Kay Letourneau: Exploring Her Life and Net Worth His upbringing was far from…
North Korea has confirmed the firing of two short-range ballistic missiles in a provocative move aimed at simulating nuclear strikes on military targets in South Korea. The state media asserted that the missile tests were conducted as a stern warning against the US deployment of strategic bombers in the region. Reports from South Korean media indicated that the missiles were launched off the east coast around midnight, marking another escalation in the ongoing tensions between North Korea and its neighbors. These launches coincide with the annual military exercises between Washington and Seoul, exercises that North Korea consistently views as a…
Former reality TV star Kim Kardashian is said to be deeply concerned and embarrassed by her ex-husband Kanye West’s recent pantless behavior. The couple, who was married from 2014 to 2022 and has four children together, has been in the spotlight again after West was spotted without pants during a boat ride in Italy with his alleged 28-year-old “wife,” Bianca Censori. According to a source close to Kardashian, the 42-year-old celebrity is struggling with how to address these recent events with their children. “Kim doesn’t know how she will explain it all to the kids,” the source revealed. “Kim’s been…
A federal judge in the United States has ruled against former Mayor Rudy Giuliani in a defamation lawsuit filed by two Georgia election workers who accused him of falsely accusing them of fraud during the 2020 presidential election. “Giuliani has given only lip service to compliance with his discovery obligations,” US District Judge Beryl Howell found Giuliani liable said. Judge Howell’s ruling signifies a significant development in the legal proceedings, bringing the case closer to a trial that could potentially result in Giuliani being ordered to pay substantial damages. The former New York City mayor is also facing the prospect…
Malaysia has forcefully rejected the latest version of China’s contentious “standard map” that asserts a sweeping claim over the South China Sea, encompassing regions near Malaysian Borneo. This development escalates tensions in the strategically vital waters as China continues to assert its dominance, despite an international court ruling in 2016 that rejected its “nine-dash line” claim as lacking merit and in violation of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). China’s increasing assertiveness in the South China Sea has led to the construction of military facilities on rocky islets and the deployment of maritime militia…
In statement on Wednesday, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby issued a stern warning to North Korea regarding potential arms deals with Russia for its ongoing military campaign in Ukraine. “We urge the DPRK to cease its arms negotiations with Russia and abide by the public commitments that Pyongyang has made to not provide or sell arms to Russia,” Kirby emphasized, employing the official abbreviation for North Korea, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. He revealed the US’s belief that Russia’s Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu had engaged in discussions with North Korea about the sale of artillery munitions to…
A celestial treat is in store for skygazers around the globe as the most luminous and prominent full Moon of the year, a blue supermoon, is set to grace the skies on Wednesday and Thursday. This phenomenon, where a blue Moon coincides with a supermoon, is an infrequent event, with the last occurrence taking place in 2009. A blue Moon arises due to the anomaly in the annual lunar cycle that results in 13 full Moons instead of the usual 12. As a result, this lunar spectacle is a sight to behold. While it will be visible across the world,…