South Africa’s du Plessis retains middleweight UFC title
PERTH, Australia (AP) — South African Dricus du Plessis retained his middleweight championship at UFC 305 by defeating Israel Adesanya with a submission. Despite taking a flurry of body hits from Adesanya, du Plessis managed to secure the victory with a choke hold in the fourth round after an initial struggle. The fight showcased du Plessis’ resilience and determination to keep his title.
Trump again decries two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump made inaccurate comments about two female boxers who won gold medals at the Olympics, falsely labeling them as men. At a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, Trump criticized the athletes, further perpetuating misconceptions about gender identity. His comments have drawn criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates for being inaccurate and harmful.
At least 23 injured when fire breaks out on a Ferris wheel in eastern Germany
BERLIN (AP) — A fire broke out on a Ferris wheel at a music festival near Leipzig, Germany, injuring at least 23 people. The incident occurred at the Highfield Festival at Stoermthaler Lake, with four individuals sustaining burn injuries and one falling. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire and the extent of the injuries sustained by those affected.
Keith Urban plays free pop-up concert outside a Buc-ee’s store in Alabama
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) — Country singer Keith Urban surprised fans with a free concert outside a Buc-ee’s store in Alabama, attracting hundreds of attendees. Urban’s impromptu performance showcased his connection to his fans and his willingness to engage with them in unexpected ways.
Indiana Jones’ iconic felt fedora fetches $630,000 at auction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Harrison Ford’s iconic brown felt fedora from “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” sold for $630,000 at auction. The hat, worn by Ford in the film, far exceeded its expected selling price and remains a coveted piece of movie memorabilia.
Powerful earthquake hits off far east coast of Russia, though no early reports of damage
PETROPAVOVSK-KAMCHATSKY, Russia (AP) — A magnitude-7.0 earthquake struck off the coast of Russia, near a major naval base, prompting a tsunami warning that was later lifted. Despite the earthquake’s strength, there have been no reports of significant damage or injuries, providing relief to residents in the region.
Maurice Williams, writer and lead singer of ‘Stay,’ dead at 86
NEW YORK (AP) — Maurice Williams, the lead singer of the Zodiacs and composer of the hit song “Stay,” has passed away at the age of 86. Williams’ legacy lives on through his timeless music, which has been cherished by fans for decades.
‘Shoot me up with a big one’: A timeline of the last days of Matthew Perry
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Details surrounding the final days of Matthew Perry have emerged following the arrest of individuals involved in his overdose death. Perry’s battle with addiction to ketamine culminated in a fatal overdose, shedding light on the dangers of substance abuse.
Madonna will fund a youth art project to celebrate her 66th birthday
ROME (AP) — Madonna celebrated her 66th birthday by visiting Pompeii and announcing her support for a youth art project in Italy. The project, “Dream of Flying,” aims to empower young artists and provide them with opportunities to showcase their talents.
Michael Brown’s death transformed a nation and sparked a decade of American reckoning on race
Michael Brown’s tragic death in Ferguson, Missouri, ignited a nationwide conversation about racial justice that has continued for a decade. Brown’s legacy has inspired activism across various communities, leading to progress and challenges in the fight for equality and justice in America.
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