A meteor streaked over the NYC skyline before disintegrating over New Jersey
NEW YORK (AP) — NASA has confirmed that a meteor streaked over the New York City skyline before disintegrating over nearby New Jersey. According to William Cooke, the head of NASA’s Meteoroid Environments Office, the fireball was first spotted at an altitude of 51 miles above Manhattan around 11:17 a.m. on Tuesday. The meteor then passed over Newark, New Jersey, before disintegrating 31 miles above Mountainside. Cooke mentioned that no meteorites reached the planet’s surface and that the space rock was moving at a speed of about 41,000 mph and descended at a relatively steep angle of 44 degrees from vertical. He also noted that the New York City area experiences a daylight fireball every year or two.
Jon Jones fights charges stemming from alleged hostility during a drug test at his home
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has pleaded not guilty to a pair of misdemeanor charges related to a drug test at his home where he was accused of being hostile. During a virtual court hearing, Jones, along with his attorney, maintained his innocence. Jones took to social media to assert that the allegations were unfounded and that he never threatened anyone. The incident occurred when a woman, who was conducting a drug test on professional athletes, filed a report with the police in April, claiming that Jones had threatened and cursed at her during a test at his home in March.
Movie armorer seeks dismissal of her conviction or new trial in fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has requested a judge to dismiss her involuntary manslaughter conviction or grant her a new trial in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by actor Alec Baldwin. In court filings, Gutierrez-Reed’s attorneys alleged suppression of evidence and misconduct by the prosecution. The trial of Baldwin came to an abrupt end last week due to misconduct by the police and prosecutors in withholding evidence from the defense related to the 2021 shooting on the set of the film “Rust.” Prosecutors are expected to respond next week, attributing the incident to Gutierrez-Reed inadvertently bringing live ammunition onto the set of “Rust.”
Ex-Trump adviser Peter Navarro, released from prison, decries ‘weaponization’ of justice system
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former Trump White House official Peter Navarro has criticized the Biden administration for what he perceives as the “weaponization” of the justice system, following his release from a Florida prison after serving four months on a contempt of Congress charge for refusing to cooperate with an investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. In his first interview post-release, Navarro expressed concerns about the Biden administration’s alleged use of the judiciary to punish its political adversaries. He is slated to speak at the GOP convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday night.
Greece shuts Acropolis, 2 firefighters killed in Italy as southern Europe swelters in a heat wave
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A heat wave sweeping across southern Europe prompted authorities in Greece to temporarily close the Acropolis during the middle of the day, while two firefighters lost their lives in southern Italy while extinguishing a wildfire. Heat warnings are in effect in parts of Spain, Turkey, and countries in the southern Balkan region, with North Macedonia receiving aid from various nations to combat numerous wildfires. Temperatures in parts of Europe’s Mediterranean coast could reach 44 degrees C by the end of the week.
Kathy Willens, pathbreaking Associated Press photographer who captured sports and more, dies at 74
NEW YORK (AP) — Kathy Willens, a pioneering photojournalist who made significant contributions to cementing women’s roles behind the lens during her nearly 45-year tenure at The Associated Press, has passed away at the age of 74. Willens, one of The AP’s first female staff photographers, joined the news cooperative in 1976 and went on to capture over 90,000 images ranging from presidents and Pope John Paul II to protests, war, sports victories, and human tragedies. Specializing in sports photography, Willens became a renowned photographer, with even the New York Yankees paying tribute to her upon her retirement.
Jarren Duran’s 2-run HR gives AL a 5-3 win over NL in All-Star Game started by rookie pitcher Skenes
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Boston’s Jarren Duran, the All-Star MVP, hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the fifth inning, leading the American League to a 5-3 victory over the National League in the 2024 All-Star Game. The AL secured its 10th win in the past 11 All-Star Games. Pittsburgh rookie Paul Skenes pitched a hitless first for the NL, reaching 100 mph twice, while Shohei Ohtani’s three-run homer in the third gave the AL a 3-0 lead. Juan Soto’s two-run double and subsequent run scored on David Fry’s single helped the AL tie the game in the third before Duran’s home run off Cincinnati’s Hunter Greene. Oakland right-hander Mason Miller earned the win after throwing a 103.6 mph fastball in his inning. Cleveland closer Emmanuel Clase recorded the save, striking out two in the ninth.
Singer Ingrid Andress says she was drunk during panned MLB anthem performance, will get treatment
Country singer and four-time Grammy nominee Ingrid Andress revealed that she was intoxicated during her widely criticized rendition of the national anthem at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby. Andress, age 32, posted a statement acknowledging her performance and mentioned that she would seek treatment. Her a cappella rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” garnered negative attention on social media, drawing comparisons to lackluster performances by Rosanne Barr and Fergie in the past. The MLB declined to comment, and Andress’ representative stated that there would be no further statements at this time.
After reshaping Las Vegas, The Mirage to be reinvented as part of a massive Hard Rock makeover
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Mirage, an iconic hotel-casino that transformed the Las Vegas Strip, is set to close and undergo renovation as part of a major overhaul by its new operators, Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. The resort, known for its tropical island theme and fire-spewing volcano, will be replaced by a new guitar-shaped hotel with 600 rooms under the name Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, scheduled to open in 2027. The closure marks the end of an era, with the last days featuring large crowds wagering to win $1.6 million in slot machine jackpots that cannot be recorded before shutting down.
Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate’s Trump shooting comment
The comedy rock duo Tenacious D has cancelled the remainder of their tour following band member Kyle Gass’ remarks about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a concert in Sydney, Australia. Gass, responding to a birthday wish request by bandmate Jack Black, commented, “Don’t miss Trump next time,” leading to widespread backlash on social media. Black subsequently announced on Instagram that he felt it was no longer appropriate to continue the tour and that all future creative plans were on hold. Gass issued an apology for his comments.
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