Cornell University in Ithaca, New York sent campus police to its Jewish center after antisemitic “threats of violence” appeared online over the weekend. The threats come at a time of heightened tensions on college campuses across the U.S. over the Israel-Hamas war. Cornell President Martha E. Pollack said in a statement: “Earlier today, a series …
Monthly Archives: October 2023
President Biden signs executive order creating new protections over AI
On Monday, President Biden on Monday signed an executive order seeking to reduce the risks that artificial intelligence (AI) poses to consumers, workers, minority groups and national security. The White House said this move will safeguard Americans’ information, promote innovation and competition, and advance U.S. leadership in the industry and said the new EO as …
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‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ tops U.S. box office with $78M opening
Five Nights at Freddy’s debuted at No. 1 in North America over the weekend, earning $78 million in receipts this weekend. The film is also streaming on Peacock. The film, directed by Emma Tammi, stars Josh Hutcherson as a washed-up security guard who takes a job safeguarding a long-shuttered family-themed pizza restaurant — however, the …
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Jon Bon Jovi named MusiCares’ 2024 Person of the Year
Jon Bon Jovi will be honored as the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year at the annual benefit gala, to be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024 — two nights before the 66th annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena. Laura Segura, executive director of MusiCares, said in a statement: …
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Mass shooting leaves at least 15 injured, 2 critically, at Halloween party in Chicago
At least 15 people fell victim, two critically, to a mass shooting during a Halloween celebration in Chicago as a gunman opened fire on the city’s West Side. The victims were comprised of 6 women and 9 men ranging in age from 26 to 53 years old; two were rushed to the hospital in critical …
Suspect charged after 2 are killed, 16 injured in shooting in Florida
22-year-old Tyrell Steven Phillips has been charged with second degree murder with a firearm for his role in the deadly Florida shooting that left two people dead and 16 injured early on Sunday morning. Tampa police credit tips they received from the community for the quick arrest. Official said the shooting in Ybor City began …
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The family of Matthew Perry speaks out after his death at age 54
The family of Matthew Perry are speaking out after the actor died by an apparent drowning at his home at age 54 on Saturday. In an exclusive statement to PEOPLE, Perry’s family said they are “heartbroken” by his “tragic” death. The statement read: “We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of our beloved son and …
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Brandy to drop new holiday album, star in Christmas film for Netflix
Brandy has announced her first holiday album, Christmas with Brandy, will arrive November 10th via Motown Records. “Christmas with Brandy” will feature classic covers and original holiday material, and marks Brandy’s first album since 2020’s critically acclaimed “B7.” Christmas with Brandy includes the singer’s cover of the Stevie Wonder classic holiday song “Someday At Christmas,” …
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Gunman still at large in Maine mass shootings that killed 18, injured dozens
The manhunt continues for the suspect in the mass shootings that killed 18 people and injured 13 in Lewiston, Maine, on Wednesday. Maine Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck told reporters during a news conference that authorities are attempting to locate 40-year-old Robert Card. Police said he should be considered armed and dangerous. Hundreds of police …
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Homicide suspected after 5 people are found fatally shot in North Carolina home
Police in North Carolina are opening a homicie investigation after five people were found fatally shot at a southeast North Carolina home early Thursday. Sampson County Sheriff Jimmy Thornton said deputies received a 911 call from a person who knew the homeowners, saying he had spoken to one of the victims at around 11 p.m. …
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