Staff at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens fatally shot an American black bear after the animal escaped its exhibit and “engaged with a zookeeper behind the scenes.” The bear’s name was Johnny, and he was 5 years old. Officials said in a Facebook post that the zoo’s lethal weapons team responded to an emergency radio call …
Monthly Archives: December 2022
Former D.C. police officers found guilty in death of 20-year-old during police pursuit
Two former Metropolitan Police officers were found guilty on all charges brought against them in connection with the death of Karon Hylton-Brown, who was involved in a fatal car crash during a police chase more than two years ago. Former officers Terence Sutton, 38, and Andrew Zabavsky, 54, had been suspended from the police department due …
Adam Sandler to be presented with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
The Kennedy Center said in a statement that actor and comedian Adam Sandler will receive the 24th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, which recognizes “individuals who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the distinguished 19th-century novelist and essayist” Mark Twain, for whom the award is named. The Kennedy Center tweeted : “This …
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tease new Netflix docuseries ‘Live to Lead’
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have teased their next Netflix docuseries, Live to Lead. Harry and Markle signed a multi-year deal with Netflix in September 2020. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex said in a trailer (which served as the project’s announcement) that the seven-part series, which will debut on Dec. 31, was inspired by South …
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Pres. Biden and Ukrainian Pres. Zelenskyy meet at White House as U.S. pledges $1.85B in aid
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met the White House on Wednesday for a meeting and presented a united front against Russia, with Biden announcing an additional $1.85 billion in support for Ukraine with more military aid to bolster Ukrainian forces and repel Russian airstrikes. At a press conference, the U.S. president said he …
One 5-month-old twin found, other twin missing after kidnapping by homeless woman in Ohio
Police in Columbus, Ohio, have located one of two twin infants abducted from a parking lot on Monday night, but are issuing an urgent plea for the public’s help in locating the suspect, a homeless woman, and the missing twin baby. Authorities have released a picture of suspect, Nalah Jackson, 24, and are asking for the …
Henry Cavill joining Amazon Prime Video’s ‘Warhammer 40,000’ franchise
After recently leaving his roles as DC’s ‘Superman’ and in Netflix’s ‘The Witcher,’ Henry Cavill is joining an adaptation of the popular tabletop game “Warhammer 40,000.” Cavill will star in and executive produce the franchise for Amazon Prime Video, which acquired the global rights to the IP from Games Workshop. The acquisition – the first of its …
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Sia, Latto and SNL’s Chloe Fineman & Sarah Sherman added to lineup of ‘Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party’
The upcoming NBC special ‘Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party’ has added additional talent to its lineup. NBC confirmed Wednesday that co-hosts Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton will be joined by singer-songwriter Fletcher, rapper Latto, Los Angeles rock band Liily, hip-hop duo Rae Sremmurd and Grammy Award nominee Sia. Additionally, Saturday Night Live’s Chloe Fineman, Sarah Sherman …
U.S. Postal Service to invest $9.6 billion in electric vehicle fleet
The U.S. Postal Service announced it will invest $9.6 billion to make the switch into a 100% electric vehicle fleet in the next five years. The USPS plans to acquire a fleet that is 100% electric in 2026, making it one of the largest electric vehicle fleets in the United States. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy …
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Two dead, 11 hurt after magnitude-6.4 California earthquake
At least two people were killed and 11 more injured on Tuesday due to a magnitude-6.4 earthquake off the coast of Ferndale in Humboldt County, California. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services said in statement that the two deaths were “as a result of medical emergencies.” Power remained off for almost 70,000 customers …
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