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Human head found floating in NYC's Jamaica Bay - and it could be linked to last month's headless body

Investigators are looking into a potential link between a severed head found in Jamaica Bay and a headless body discovered weeks earlier. [ more ]

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Teen in SoHo shot dead during dispute in broad daylight: police and sources | amNewYork

Police searching for gunman who shot and killed 16-year-old in SoHo in broad daylight.

Gun violence rare in 1st Precinct, with first incident reported this year. [ more ]

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Tesla lands in hot water with U.S. Justice Dept. over driver assistance claims

Tesla under probe by U.S. Justice Department for potential securities or wire fraud related to misleading claims about its self-driving technology. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

EV driven by Pleasanton family had steering problem before deadly crash, fire: complaint

Safety concerns raised about VinFast electric vehicle after deadly crash in Pleasanton. [ more ]

Irish Independent

'Like the Wild West' - Young man dies in hail of bullets as bomb squad rush to scene of terrifying Dublin attack

Neighbors in a residential area were awakened by gunfire and cars crashing during an attack where a man was targeted from a moving vehicle. [ more ]

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44-Foot Whale Found Dead on Bow of Cruise Ship Coming Into New York

Cruise ship found carrying deceased 44-foot-long sei whale; authorities conducting investigation into collision. [ more ]

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US news

Houston Police Chief Departs Amid Inquiry Into Suspended Cases

The Houston Police Chief retired due to 260,000 cases uninvestigated since 2016, impacting sexual assaults and felonies due to lack of personnel. [ more ]

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US news

Superintendent fired after her daughter's softball rival alleged retaliation

Marian Kim Phelps, a school district superintendent, allegedly bullied and disciplined a student perceived as a rival to her daughter, leading to her firing. [ more ]

New York Post

Harrowing video shows NYC cops fatally shoot mentally ill, scissors-wielding man as his mom begs them to stop

Chilling NYPD body camera footage shows police fatally shooting mentally ill man wielding scissors despite family's pleas. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Legal aid urges broader investigation of force and detentions in NYPD probe

The OIG-NYPD is investigating the NYPD's unethical use of social media for potential misinformation and criticism, impacting protests. [ more ]

News 12 - Long Island

NYPD: Armed man fatally shot by police in East Flatbush

An armed suspect was fatally shot by police officers in East Flatbush after pointing a gun at another person, despite warnings to drop the weapon. [ more ]

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Brooklyn carjacking ends with man injured, shots fired

Investigation continues into a Brooklyn carjacking attempt that led to gunshots and pedestrian injury. [ more ]

New York Post

23-year-old woman critically injured after she's struck by MTA bus in Brooklyn

A 23-year-old woman was critically injured after being hit by an MTA bus in Brooklyn. [ more ]

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www.independent.co.uk

Murder probe after men who came to UK for better life' killed in arson attack

A murder probe has been launched following the death of two immigrant men in a house fire in east London. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Police search for south east London man' after alleged kidnapping

Kent Police released photos of a man linked to a kidnapping and blackmail incident in Headcorn, Kent, seeking public assistance in identifying him. [ more ]

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Brooklyn, NY Patch

BK Man Killed In Queens Event Venue Shooting, 3 Others Injuried: NYPD

The victim of a fatal shooting in Queens has been identified as Jefari Dobie, with multiple others injured in the incident. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Bounty hunter suspected of murder in fatal East Bay shooting

Bounty hunter arrested for suspected murder following a fatal shooting during a confrontation with a wanted man. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

UPS driver fatally shot while sitting in parked van, Irvine police say

A UPS driver was fatally shot while inside his van, sparking investigations into a targeted attack. [ more ]

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www.independent.co.uk

Police arrest man, 22, after woman stabbed to death in north London

The arrest of a 22-year-old man was made in connection to the murder of a woman in north London. [ more ]

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Suspect charged with murder after man, 42, found with knife injuries

A suspect has been charged with murder after a 42-year-old man was stabbed. [ more ]

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Baby who went into cardiac arrest at Legoland Windsor has died, say police

A baby who suffered a cardiac arrest at Legoland Windsor Resort has sadly died in a neglect incident. [ more ]

New York Post

Suspect arrested in horrifying rape of woman who was lassoed around neck on NYC street

The arrest of a man in a brutal attack in the Bronx where a woman was dragged between two cars and raped while unconscious. [ more ]

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New York Post

Man, woman killed in suspected NYC murder-suicide: sources

Suspected murder-suicide in Bronx shooting incident. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

A high-speed chase in Ontario leads to death of a bystander as well as the suspect

A high-speed chase in Ontario ended tragically with a multicar collision resulting in the deaths of two individuals: a bystander and the suspect. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Two men die in Oakland traffic collisions; person detained in one death

Traffic collisions in Oakland claimed two lives, one involving a suspected DUI and the other crashing into a tree. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Three killed in single-car crash in Pasadena that knocked out power to hundreds

Excessive speed led to fatal single-car crash resulting in three deaths and three injuries.

Crash caused power outage for hundreds, investigation suggests possible alcohol involvement. [ more ]

Boston.com

Car with no driver, two children inside rolls onto occupied soccer field in Cohasset

Quick interventions by coaches and bystanders prevented a major tragedy as a driverless car rolled across a sports field where children were playing. [ more ]

Fast Company

Amazon's self-driving Zoox robotaxis crash, leading to another NHTSA investigation

The U.S. government is investigating Amazon's self-driving robotaxi unit after two crashes by motorcyclists. [ more ]

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Brooklyn man shot in leg while watching the game': cops | amNewYork

Investigation ongoing after man shot outside Brooklyn apartment building with violent history. [ more ]

New York Post

Police fatally shoot gun-wielding man on Brooklyn street

Police officers shot and killed a man in Brooklyn after he pointed a gun at another individual. Officers tried to subdue him but ultimately fired their weapons. [ more ]

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Man shot to death outside of Brooklyn home: cops | amNewYork

Police are investigating a deadly shooting in Brownsville where a man was gunned down outside a home. The investigation is ongoing. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Teen cuffed for allegedly shooting up stores in Brownsville * Brooklyn Paper

Young teenager arrested for shooting into Brooklyn stores strip. [ more ]

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Man in 60s needed stitches to face after rush hour Tube attack

A man in his 60s was attacked on a Northern Line tube train requiring stitches to his face. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Two arrested after Leeds fan injured outside Norwich ground

Two men arrested after a man was injured outside Norwich's stadium following a Championship play-off semi-final first leg against Leeds. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Search for woman after poster stand crushes victim's foot at Waterloo

Police seek woman after assault at Waterloo station led to severe injury. [ more ]

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www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk

Teenager in stable condition after being stabbed in east London

An 18-year-old teenager was stabbed in Ilford, East London, hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Three men charged with spying' for Hong Kong intelligence service

Three men charged under National Security Act for aiding Hong Kong intelligence and foreign interference. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Pedestrian taken to hospital as road closures in place after serious crash in Ewell

Police appealing for witnesses after serious crash in Ewell. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Woman, 80, fighting for life after being hit by motorbike in Putney

An 80-year-old woman is in critical condition after being hit by a motorcyclist in Putney. [ more ]

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Canada news

Man pleads guilty to manslaughter in the death of CBC producer | CBC News

A man pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of CBC News producer Michael Finlay. [ more ]

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2 kids assaulted in antisemitic attack while playing on Brooklyn sidewalk

NYPD's Hate Crime Task Force seeking suspect for assaulting two young children due to potential hate crime incident. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Man taken to hospital with head injury after assault in Epsom

Appeal for witnesses after an assault in Epsom, man hospitalized with head injury. [ more ]

BBC News

Lambeth shooting: Man arrested over death of Jazmel Patterson-Low

The police are making progress in the investigation regarding the shooting incident that led to Jazmel Patterson-Low's death. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Arrest made after man found dead inside flat in Greenwich

An arrest has been made after a man was found dead inside a flat in Greenwich. [ more ]

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US news

35 Years Later, the Remains Known as Chimney Doe' Have a Name and a Face

Cold case of human remains found in a Wisconsin chimney in 1989 finally gets solved through DNA and genetic genealogy techniques, identifying Ronnie Joe Kirk. [ more ]

Fast Company

Marketing

Top TikTok exec out on leave amid accusations of bullying and harassment (exclusive)

Allegations of verbal abuse against TikTok's German GM led to investigation and leave [ more ]

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Germany news

German politician attack: 4 teens identified as suspects DW 05/06/2024

Police have identified and searched the homes of three more teenage suspects in the Matthias Ecke attack. [ more ]

Mail Online

Science

Mysterious UFO captured flying over several US state

Enigma Labs received multiple reports about a glowing, hazy UFO appearing in Southwest states, not matching known objects. [ more ]

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California

3 Bodies Found in Baja California Are Identified as Missing Tourists'

Three tourists from Australia and the United States who disappeared were found dead in Baja California after vacationing near Ensenada. [ more ]

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California

3 Bodies Found in Baja California Are Identified as Missing Tourists'

Three tourists from Australia and the United States, who went missing in Baja California, were found dead with gunshot wounds near La Bocana beach. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Long Beach officer killed boy, 17, during standoff, police say

The 17-year-old boy killed during a standoff with Long Beach police had a replica firearm, and the shooting is being investigated by the California Department of Justice. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

20-year-old woman fatally shot while walking in Long Beach, police say

A 20-year-old woman was shot and killed in Long Beach while walking; suspect's motive remains unclear. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

8 young people at La Brea Tar Pits hospitalized after contact with mysterious substance

Eight young people, possibly teenagers, hospitalized after ingesting a mysterious substance at La Brea Tar Pits. [ more ]

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Canada news

FAA is investigating Boeing for apparent missed inspections on 787 Dreamliner

The FAA is investigating Boeing for potentially not completing required inspections on the 787 Dreamliner. [ more ]

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Canada news

Canada's competition bureau probing greenwashing allegations against Lululemon, non-profit says | CBC News

Canada's competition bureau is investigating Lululemon's environmental practices following accusations of greenwashing. [ more ]

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Berlin

Franziska Giffey: Man arrested over Berlin politician attack DW 05/08/2024

Politician Franziska Giffey was attacked in a Berlin library, leading to an investigation into the motive of the perpetrator. [ more ]

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Education

U of Mississippi opens probe over hostile protest that involved racist taunts

The University of Mississippi is investigating racist actions during a campus protest, leading to backlash and condemnations from university leaders and student organizations. [ more ]

New York Post

Education

DOE never investigated 'Kill the Jews' chants at Brooklyn HS, despite Banks claims to the contrary: lawyer

City schools Chancellor David Banks denied reports of hate-filled chants at a Brooklyn high school during a congressional hearing, but critics claim DOE failed to investigate. [ more ]

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Education

5 minors, 1 adult injured after 'noxious substance' sprayed in Brampton high school | CBC News

Six people hospitalized after noxious substance incident at Brampton high school. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

MLB Investigation Into Former Dodgers Pitcher Julio Urias Still Ongoing

Julio Urías' 2023 season ended abruptly due to domestic violence allegations; Major League Baseball's investigation is ongoing. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani Expected To Speak More After Ippei Mizuhara Plea Deal

Shohei Ohtani remains focused on baseball amidst the gambling scandal involving his former interpreter. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Body found in Biscayne Bay near Julia Tuttle Causeway, Miami police say

Miami police are investigating a body found in Biscayne Bay near Julia Tuttle Causeway.

Investigation ongoing, police and firefighters are trying to retrieve the body from the water. [ more ]

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Black Lives Matter

University of Mississippi investigates student over Palestine counter-protest

The University of Mississippi is investigating a student for racist behavior during a pro-Palestinian demonstration.

Phi Delta Theta fraternity expelled a member for racist actions. [ more ]

BKReader

One Person Injured in Williamsburg Carjacking

The investigation is ongoing into a carjacking incident in Williamsburg, involving a Lamborghini driver and a gunman leading to gunshots and injury to a pedestrian. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Man's body recovered from East River

Tragedy strikes with the discovery of two unidentified bodies in the waters of Brooklyn, highlighting the ongoing investigations by the police. [ more ]

BKReader

Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of Man in Brownsville

Brooklyn detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred outside a home in Brownsville, seeking the suspect. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Cambridge man dies in I-93 crash in Boston

A Cambridge man died in a single-vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 93 in Boston.

The driver, Robert Smith, was not wearing a seatbelt and was pronounced dead at the scene. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Two people fatally struck by MBTA train in Natick, officials say

Two people were killed by a Commuter Rail train in Natick, leading to cancellations and delays on the Framingham/Worcester line. [ more ]

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Boston

Everett woman dies after medical procedure in Somerville home, investigation underway

Authorities investigating death and injury following alleged medical procedures at a Somerville home. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

IT experts called to probe Lukfook data breach - RTHK

Lukfook Jewellery investigating potential data breach and cannot confirm leaked information. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Healthcare company WebTPA discloses breach affecting 2.5 million people | TechCrunch

Personal information of 2.5 million individuals, including Social Security numbers, was exposed in a data breach at a Texas-based health insurance company. [ more ]

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Woman found dead in Oshawa home, police search for man | CBC News

Durham police searching for man after woman found dead in Oshawa home. [ more ]

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Silicon Valley real estate

City contractor found dead at San Jose Animal Care Center

A city contractor was found dead at the San Jose Animal Care Center. Investigation ongoing with support to staff members. [ more ]

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London politics

Kate Osamor has Labour whip restored after investigation into Gaza genocide comments

Kate Osamor's Labour whip restored after apology for controversial Holocaust Memorial Day comments. [ more ]

New York Post

Decomposing body found outside NYC apartment building after residents smell foul stench

A decomposed body was found outside a Queens apartment building after residents noticed a foul smell. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Information security

Major breach of customer information developing at Dell | Computer Weekly

Dell is investigating a serious data breach that exposed customer information, but claims no significant risk due to the data not including financial details. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Sunnyvale: DUI arrest after woman hit and killed on Highway 101

Driver arrested for DUI after hitting woman on Highway 101. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC politics

Groups call for investigation into NY state pension funds over possible ties to 'predatory' legal lenders

New York's pension funds are being urged to investigate potential support for third-party legal lending deemed predatory by a coalition of critics. [ more ]

SFGATE

Fisker's woes mount with reports of EV's 'inadvertent' braking

Fisker's electric Ocean SUV faces NHTSA investigation over sudden braking issues. [ more ]

Independent

Data science

Probe into culture recommended amid claims Professor Philip Nolan 'gaslit' staff

Allegations of menacing behavior and gaslighting within Science Foundation Ireland led to a call for an examination of the organization's culture. [ more ]

Independent

Data science

'At the upper end of inappropriate behaviour': probe into bullying claims against Professor Philip Nolan

Research agency director denies bullying accusations amid investigation. [ more ]

www.eppingforestguardian.co.uk

Teenager left with stab wounds as police appeal for witnesses

Essex Police searching for witnesses after 18-year-old teenager stabbed. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Two more attempted murder arrests after teen stabbed and shot in Dagenham 'ambush'

The victim, a 19-year-old, was stabbed and shot in an ambush, with multiple arrests made on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Man dies in crash between two motorbikes on A2 near Dartford

A man in his 30s died and another man was seriously injured after a crash between two motorbikes on the A2 near Dartford. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Man shot in Oakland's Adams Point area

A 27-year-old man in critical condition after being shot in Oakland's Adams Point area.

Police offering $5,000 reward for information leading to the shooter's arrest. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Fire under investigation after tent and camping equipment destroyed in Croydon

Camping equipment outside a disused building in Croydon was destroyed by a fire, with no reported injuries. [ more ]

euronews

France politics

At least two French prison officers dead in van ambush shootout

An inmate convicted of burglary escaped during a violent attack while being transported by van. [ more ]

time.com

France politics

Two French Officers Killed in An Attack on a Prison Van. Police Are Looking for an Escaped Inmate

French prison officers attacked during inmate transfer in Normandy. [ more ]

Theregister

Rear-end collisions prompt probe into Zoox self-driving cars

NHTSA is investigating rear-end crashes involving Zoox self-driving cars and motorcycles. [ more ]

The American Conservative

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Right-wing politics

Biden Refuses to Release Hur Interview Audio

The House Judiciary and Oversight committees voted to advance charges against AG Garland for not providing audio from President Biden's interview.

President Biden asserted executive privilege to deny access to the audio recordings of his interview with special counsel Robert Hur. [ more ]

New York Post

Left-wing politics

Joe Biden claims he has 'executive privilege' against anyone finding out just how addled he is

The White House invoked executive privilege to block the release of transcripts, sparking concerns about presidential transparency and potential misuse of power. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Left-wing politics

House Republicans move to hold Merrick Garland in contempt over Biden classified documents investigation live

Republicans in the House of Representatives continue to investigate Joe Biden's possession of classified documents.

House Republicans plan to force Democrats into tricky votes through messaging bills. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Left-wing politics

Biden asserts executive privilege over audio of interview with special counsel Robert Hur

Biden asserts executive privilege over interview audio to shield AG Garland from potential contempt charges. [ more ]

www.newsshopper.co.uk

Suspect still on the loose as man dies after shooting in south London

The shooting incident in Lambeth resulting in the death of a young man is under investigation, and the suspect is still at large. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

US Elections

House Democrats Investigating Trump Over Reports He Promised Oil Executives Policies In Exchange for One Billion Dollars

House Democrats initiate investigation into Trump's alleged quid pro quo with oil executives for campaign contributions. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Boy, 6, dies after falling from east London residential tower block

A tragic incident where a six-year-old boy died after falling from a high-rise building in east London. [ more ]

www.newhamrecorder.co.uk

Boy, 6, dies after falling from apartment block

A tragic incident occurred where a six-year-old boy fell from an apartment building in Plaistow. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Waymo Robotaxi Software Under Investigation After 22 Reports | Entrepreneur

Waymo's automated driving software is under investigation by the NHTSA after reports of unexpected behaviors from robotaxis. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

South west London man, 47, arrested over alleged support of Hamas

A 47-year-old man in south west London was arrested for allegedly supporting Hamas online, highlighting increased public referrals of extremist material. [ more ]

Irish Independent