‘Cheaters don’t like getting caught’: VP Harris speaks about Trump conviction on Jimmy Kimmel
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris shared her thoughts on former President Donald Trump’s 34 felony convictions in a criminal hush money trial during an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” She discussed the judicial process that led to his conviction, emphasizing that “cheaters don’t like getting caught.” Trump has dismissed the verdict as politically motivated and has accused Biden of being behind it.
Phoenix using ice immersion to treat heat stroke victims as Southwest bakes in triple digits
PHOENIX (AP) — The Southwestern US is experiencing a heatwave with triple-digit temperatures, prompting the Phoenix Fire Department to employ a new tactic of immersing heatstroke victims in ice on their way to hospitals. This technique, known as cold water immersion, can rapidly lower body temperature and has been adopted by hospitals as a standard protocol. As experts warn of the hottest weather since last September, first responders and hospitals are increasingly using this method to save lives.
Amanda Knox returns to Italian courtroom, looking to clear name ‘once and for all’ in slander case
FLORENCE, Italy (AP) — Amanda Knox has returned to an Italian courtroom after more than 12 years to clear herself of a slander charge that persisted even after she was exonerated in the 2007 murder case of her British roommate. Knox expressed her hope to finally clear her name of false charges and wished for luck as she faced her sixth trial in a Florence courthouse. Despite being acquitted and returning to the US, Knox continues to advocate for criminal justice reform.
In their own words: What young people wish they’d known about social media
Teens and young adults reflect on their experiences with social media, offering advice to their peers. They emphasize the addictive nature of social media and suggest taking breaks to detox. Setting boundaries and blocking people on social media are also recommended as ways to protect mental well-being in the digital age.
A tranquilized black bear takes a dive from a tree, falls into a waiting tarp
CAMP HILL, Pa. (AP) — A young black bear in a suburban Pennsylvania neighborhood was tranquilized and fell from a tree into a waiting tarp held by officials. The bear, which had wandered near a school in Camp Hill, was safely captured and relocated to state-owned land by wildlife officials.
Diddy sells off his stake in Revolt, the media company he founded in 2013
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs has divested his stake in Revolt, the media company he founded in 2013. His shares have been redeemed and retired, marking a shift in the company’s ownership. The CEO of Revolt emphasized the company’s mission beyond individual founders as Combs moves on from his role as chair.
New York considers regulating what children see in social media feeds
New York lawmakers are working on legislation to give parents control over their children’s social media feeds, allowing them to block content curated by algorithms. The aim is to mitigate the negative impact of algorithm-driven feeds on young users, although concerns exist about potential data collection by internet companies.
Former prosecutor settles lawsuit against Netflix over Central Park Five series
NEW YORK (AP) — Former Manhattan prosecutor Linda Fairstein and Netflix have reached a settlement in a defamation lawsuit related to her portrayal in the miniseries about the Central Park Five case. Fairstein alleged defamation, claiming she was inaccurately depicted as a villain. As part of the settlement, Netflix will show a disclaimer and donate $1 million to the Innocence Project.
Panel rejects psychedelic drug MDMA as a PTSD treatment in possible setback for advocates
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health advisers have rejected a proposal to use MDMA as a treatment for PTSD, citing flawed study data and safety concerns. The decision is a blow to psychedelic advocates pushing for mainstream acceptance of banned drugs like MDMA in treating mental disorders. The FDA is expected to make a final decision on the drug in August.
Ippei Mizuhara spoke for baseball star Shohei Ohtani. He also stole nearly $17M from him
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, has pleaded guilty to bank and tax fraud in a gambling case. Mizuhara admitted to exploiting the language barrier to siphon funds from Ohtani for gambling, baseball card purchases, and personal expenses. His guilty plea has provided closure to Ohtani, who was shocked by the betrayal.
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