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Independent experts appointed by the United Nations Human Rights Council renewed calls on Friday for Israel to investigate the killing of 6-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, along with six members of her family and the two paramedics who tried to rescue her, in what the experts said “may amount to a war crime.”

Killing of 6-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza may constitute a war crime, experts say

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Texas State

Houston, TX

Two days after Hurricane Beryl slammed into Texas, Janet and Pamela Jarrett still had no power in the Houston home the sisters shared. A heat advisory was in effect. They passed the evening playing Pamela’s favorite game, Connect 4. All seemed well enough. But early the next morning, Janet...

A third of Hurricane Beryl deaths in Texas were caused by heat. Victims' relatives say they should still be alive.

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Los Angeles, CA

South African actor Esta TerBlanche, who starred on the beloved soap “All My Children” for years has died, according to her publicist and manager. Lisa Rodrigo, TerBlanche’s publicist, shared the news on Facebook, writing, “it’s with a heavy heart that my friend and client Esta TerBlanche passed away Thursday of natural causes. An autopsy report is pending.”

'All My Children' star Esta TerBlanche dies at 51

Tennessee State

Humboldt, TN

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — A 12-year-old girl in Tennessee has been charged with murder, accused of smothering her 8-year-old cousin as the younger girl slept. A relative said they had been arguing over an iPhone. A security camera recorded the killing inside the bedroom they shared on July 15 in...

A 12-year-old girl is accused of smothering her 8-year-old cousin over an iPhone

Sanford, FL

Police in Florida arrested a man Thursday who they say is responsible for the 1999 killing of a woman, closing the homicide case nearly 25 years after it occurred. Sherry Holtz was found dead in a wooded area in Sanford, Florida, on Dec. 4, 1999, Sanford Police Department officers said at a Friday news conference. A person walking through the woods collecting cans found Holtz’s body, said police spokesperson Bianca Gillett.

Cold case arrest made in Florida woman's killing nearly 25 years later

BERLIN — Greenland police said they arrested a veteran environmental activist and anti-whaling campaigner on Sunday on an international arrest warrant issued by Japan. Paul Watson was arrested when his ship docked in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, a police statement said. He will be brought before a district court with a request to detain him pending a decision on his possible extradition to Japan, the statement said.

Anti-whaling campaigner arrested in Greenland and police say he may be extradited to Japan

Pennsylvania State

Jupiter, FL

Authorities arrested and charged a man in Florida over alleged social media threats against former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. Michael M. Wiseman was arrested Friday on charges of written threats to kill, according to a statement from the Jupiter Police Department in Florida.

Florida man charged over alleged written threats to kill Donald Trump and JD Vance

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Utah State

Emery County, UT

A barking dog saved the life of his owner, who has dementia and had gone missing amid high temperatures in Utah last month. According to a July 11 update from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, the sheriff's office in Emery County was notified last month that a woman with dementia was missing after she took her dog for a walk on the mountainside and hadn't returned in more than a day.

Barking dog saves life of owner with dementia after days in Utah heat

Monterey Park, CA

Authorities are asking for help to find a missing 15-year-old who was last seen Tuesday evening in Monterey Park. Alison Jillian Chao left her home in the 200 block of North Ynez Avenue Tuesday at about 5:30 p.m., police said. She was on the way to visit a family member in nearby San Gabriel, but never arrived at the home.

Police seek missing Southern California teen last seen riding bike to family member’s home

Glen Powell may be the star of “Twisters,” but his dog, Brisket, has stolen the show. Brisket attended the U.S. premiere of “Twisters” alongside the “Hit Man” actor on July 11, and has become an internet sensation. In July 2023, Powell announced on Instagram...

Glen Powell says his rescue dog is ‘greatest addition’ to his life. What to know about Brisket

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

APD Chief Joshi reports father arrested after killing in-laws, wife, and 6-year-old son; 1-year-old in critical condition. A man shot and killed four family members, including a 6-year-old child, and critically wounded a 1-year-old infant in their Alameda home Wednesday night, according to Alameda Police Chief Nishant Joshi . The Chief held a press conference on Thursday morning on the steps of the Alameda Police Department (APD) headquarters on Oak Street to provide details of the horrific crime .

Alameda Shooting Leaves Four Dead, Infant Fighting for Life

“IT MAY NOT BE TOO LATE TO SAVE YOUR PREGNANCY.” That message blares from a website awash in pink. The site, run by the anti-abortion group Heartbeat International, describes what it calls “abortion pill reversal,” based on the disputed idea that it’s possible to undo the first step of a medication abortion by taking the hormone progesterone within 24-72 hours.

In courtrooms and capitols, battles heat up over ‘abortion pill reversal’

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Missouri State

Chillicothe, MO

CHILLICOTHE, Mo. — A woman whose murder conviction was overturned after she served 43 years in prison was released Friday, after Missouri’s attorney general fought for more than a month to keep her behind bars. Sandra Hemme, 63, left prison Friday in Chillicothe, hours after a judge threatened...

Missouri woman who served 43 years in prison freed after murder conviction overturned

A week after the assassination attempt on former President Trump, new information indicates that the shooter flew a drone at the rally site hours before Mr. Trump’s appearance. Authorities have also found searches involving a mass shooting from 2021, depressive disorder and explosive materials on the shooter’s phone while probing for a motive. NBC News’ George Solis reports.

New details emerge about gunman at Trump rally

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Mother of Israeli hostage Noa Argamani dies weeks after daughter's rescue

The mother of Noa Argamani, who became the face of the Israeli hostage crisis after her abduction on Oct. 7 was caught on video, died of...

Mother of Israeli hostage Noa Argamani dies weeks after daughter's rescue

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