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Derek McInnes Confident in Hearts’ Ability to Triumph Over Celtic in High-Stakes Tynecastle Matchup
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Derek McInnes Confident in Hearts’ Ability to Triumph Over Celtic in High-Stakes Tynecastle Matchup

Derek McInnes is confident that his Hearts team is primed to challenge Celtic’s dominance in today’s highly anticipated match at Tynecastle, as they face off against the current champions. The Edinburgh squad stands a chance to extend their lead to eight points at the top of the Premiership standings by defeating Brendan Rodgers’ injury-plagued team in this noon-time fixture in Gorgie. With McInnes at the helm, the addition of investor Tony Bloom, and strategic summer acquisitions like Claudio Braga and Alexandros Kyziridis, Hearts supporters are optimistic about significantly improving from last season’s seventh-place finish. McInnes, while cautious not to overstate expectations, acknowledges that his team has been preparing well for the challenge posed by Celtic’s visit. “I believe we’re ready, and I think our fans feel prepared as well. Tynecastle will be geared up for this,” remarked McInnes, who has previously managed St Johnstone, Bristol City, Aberdeen, and Kilmarnock. “Our past performances, some of which have been impressive, don’t assure us of anything.” “Facing Celtic requires us to be at our best. We must perform exceptionally to secure a result, but we’re eager for the opportunity. We’re confident that we have it in us to deliver a winning performance,” he added. ‘We’ve got to try and maintain good levels, keep trying to improve and see where it takes us. But I do think a good gauge of that will come against Celtic.’ McInnes is paying little attention to suggestions that Rodgers’ side are a fading force this season. Celtic have failed to score in six of their matches — a higher tally than the whole of last season — and will be without the injured Cameron Carter-Vickers, Daizen Maeda, Alistair Johnston and Kelechi Iheanacho as well as long-term absentee Jota at Tynecastle. ‘Whoever we play, I don’t care whether they’re in good form or poor form,’ added McInnes. ‘We recognise that Celtic are a tough game for us. It always is. I’ve played against Brendan’s teams often enough and he’s such a top manager, top operator, and Celtic are littered with top players, so we’ve got our work cut out to get a result. ‘All I’m focusing on is us trying to be the toughest opponent for them and make sure our performance gives us a chance. I can’t be dependent on any opponent, whether they’re poor or whether they’re strong. ‘Sometimes, like every other team, they might not be on point, but for us, it’s up to us to be fully concentrated in the game and try to impose ourselves on the game.’ Celtic winger Sebastian Tounekti is taking the challenge of Hearts very seriously. ‘They have shown that they are a really good team,’ said the Tunisian. ‘For us, every game is really serious, so we have to take everyone serious. If it’s Hearts or Rangers or Dundee, we have to take everyone serious. ‘It’s going to be a massive game at a difficult place, but we’re going to go there to get a result. ‘Every game when you play for Celtic is really important. When you play for Celtic, it’s a massive club, you have to win every game, you have to play well every game, so every game is really important. ‘But of course, it’s maybe something different because they are doing well and they are in first place at the moment, so it’s going to be a good game.’

Trump’s Bold Tariff Threat: Potential 10% Increase on Canadian Imports Sparks Tensions
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Trump’s Bold Tariff Threat: Potential 10% Increase on Canadian Imports Sparks Tensions

An advertisement featuring the words of former President Ronald Reagan has stirred controversy, prompting a strong reaction from Donald Trump. The ad, which criticized U.S. tariffs, led Trump to announce a halt in trade discussions with Canada. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, responding to the backlash, announced plans to withdraw the ad after the weekend. It first aired on Friday night during the World Series opener.

Texas Tragedy: Hunt Intensifies for Hit-and-Run Truck Driver in Fatal Scooter Accident
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Texas Tragedy: Hunt Intensifies for Hit-and-Run Truck Driver in Fatal Scooter Accident

Authorities in Texas are appealing to the community for assistance in tracking down a suspect involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of a pedestrian riding a scooter. The tragic event unfolded in the vicinity of downtown Austin on October 18, shortly after 11:30 p.m. Khaled Saadeddine, 33, was struck and killed by a truck at the intersection of East 11th Street and San Jacinto Boulevard. Emergency responders rushed Saadeddine to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries. According to the Austin Police Department, Saadeddine was officially pronounced dead the day after the collision. In an effort to locate the suspect, the Austin Police have released an image of the truck involved in the October 18 incident. This case marks Austin’s 78th fatal traffic incident of the year, contributing to the total of 82 crash-related fatalities in the area. Authorities urge anyone with information to reach out to the Austin Police Department’s Vehicular Homicide Unit at 512-974-8111. Additionally, anonymous tips can be submitted through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program at austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. [Feature Photo via Austin PD]

Texas Resident Fatally Shoots Three, Injures Two, Before Crashing Minivan into Buc-ee’s
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Texas Resident Fatally Shoots Three, Injures Two, Before Crashing Minivan into Buc-ee’s

In a shocking sequence of events in Texas, a man allegedly embarked on a deadly rampage, leaving three people dead in Mabank before a dramatic incident unfolded at a Buc-ee’s in Ennis, about 35 miles away. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Christopher Kyle Reid Jr., reportedly crashed his minivan into the store and subsequently turned the gun on himself. The violent spree did not end with the fatalities. Two additional individuals sustained gunshot injuries and were hospitalized, while a pedestrian was trapped against a display by the vehicle’s impact at the bustling Buc-ee’s location, according to a report by WFAA. Reid’s journey of violence reached its tragic climax when, after crashing his 2003 Dodge Caravan, he reportedly inflicted a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. He was subsequently transported to a hospital where he remains in critical condition. The harrowing ordeal began in the early hours of Friday when Henderson County deputies responded to reports of multiple gunshot victims in a Mabank subdivision. On arrival, officers discovered a grim scene: a man and a woman were pronounced dead at the location, while another victim succumbed to injuries at UT Health Hospital in Tyler. The victims were later identified by the sheriff’s office as Kimberly Simpson, 51, Connie Patrick, 72, and Rodney Hammonds, 57. In a particularly brutal attack, Hammonds was not only shot but also stabbed and suffered blunt force trauma. Among those injured, Colton Reid, 24, remains in stable condition, while Henry Hopgood, 70, is fighting for his life in critical condition at a Tyler hospital. The pedestrian who was injured at the Buc-ee’s was an Oklahoma woman in her 30s. She was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A neighbor told WFFA that one of the shooting victims pounded on her door for help, saying “his brother shot him.” Police have not released information about a motive for the attack or said what charges Reid will face if he survives.

Unveiling the Truth: Why a Second Grooming Gang Victim Abandoned the Controversial Inquiry Panel
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Unveiling the Truth: Why a Second Grooming Gang Victim Abandoned the Controversial Inquiry Panel

In a concerning development, a second victim of a grooming gang has resigned from a national inquiry panel addressing the scandal. This comes amid accusations that government officials are avoiding addressing the racial or religious motivations behind the sexual abuse cases. Fiona Goddard, one of the initial survivors to publicly discuss the abuse she suffered in Bradford, has openly criticized the Home Office for diluting the scope of the inquiry. She believes the government is fostering a ‘toxic environment’ for survivors like herself. Adding to the controversy, Ellie-Ann Reynolds has also stepped down from her position, expressing her dissatisfaction with the inquiry process. She described it as a ‘cover-up,’ stating that she felt ‘kept in the dark’ about the proceedings. In a letter outlining her decision, Ms. Goddard expressed her desire to leave her role on the victims’ panel, which was part of a UK-wide inquiry initiated by ministers earlier this year following a policy reversal. Her departure highlights her concerns about the management of the inquiry, specifically pointing to perceived conflicts of interest among those involved. Ms. Goddard’s decision to leave the Home Office-supervised Victims/Survivor Liaison Panel underscores her view of it as a ‘toxic, fearful environment,’ raising questions about the inquiry’s transparency and effectiveness in addressing the needs of survivors. Ms Goddard walked away from the Home Office-overseen Victims/Survivor Liaison Panel, describing it as a ‘toxic, fearful environment’. She warned the inquiry was being expanded too far beyond the original remit of child sexual abuse by grooming gangs – and said she could ‘no longer stay silent’. Ms Reynolds said: ‘I cannot take part in a process that manipulates survivors, censors our voices, and tries to dilute what happened.’ She later denied her reported claims ministers would ‘shy away’ from reporting racial or religious motives behind grooming gangs. The resignations came a day before two leading candidates to chair the inquiry are expected to meet survivors today. Reports over the weekend suggested one of the contenders is likely to be Jim Gamble, a former police chief and ex-head of the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre tackling child abuse carried out via the internet. The other is tipped to be Anne Hudson, whose previous roles have included director of children’s services at Lambeth council in south London and at Bristol City Council as well as chief executive of the College of Social Work. Survivors including Ms Goddard have said the inquiry should be chaired by a judge and raised concerns about ex-police or social worker figures being in charge. She said: ‘Having a police officer or social worker leading the inquiry would once again be letting services mark their own homework. ‘Staying silent with my concerns would make me no different to the services that remained silent to the horrendous abuse we experienced for years.’ In her letter to the Home Office, which she also posted on her X account, Ms Goddard said: ‘The dynamics of this inquiry, including potential chairs and progress, should have been conducted openly and honestly by the Government, and survivors should have had the choice to voice their opinions if they decided to. ‘Instead, the secretive conduct and conditions imposed on survivors has led to a toxic, fearful environment, and there is a high risk of people feeling silenced all over again. ‘As such, I have made the difficult decision to leave the Victims/Survivor Liaison Panel, and not continue with the meetings this week.’ The inquiry was ordered in June following Baroness Casey’s rapid audit into grooming gangs recommended an independent commission with ‘full statutory inquiry powers’ to review failures by statutory services. But Ms Goddard says officials have used ‘condescending and controlling language’ language towards survivors – while shutting them out of discussions on who would be the inquiry’s independent chair. She wrote: ‘One of my main issues was being told in the beginning that the survivors on the panel were to be consulted on the independent chair, and yet when the time came we were told it was ‘first come first served’, and many did not make it into the meeting. ‘Each survivor has valuable experience to bring to the table after years of being ignored, derided and silenced. ‘To tell them their voices mattered, and then once again shut them out no doubt left some survivors feeling like they did before: unheard and unimportant. ‘I hope that in leaving the panel, someone else will be given the opportunity to make sure their voice is heard. ‘My final hope is that the Home Office and Government also start to consider the survivors and the potential impact of their treatment, and approach the process going forward in a more open, honest, and respectful manner.’ Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in June bowed to intense pressure to implement a full national inquiry into grooming gangs, in a Government U-turn. And Home Office minister Jess Phillips last month told MPs that the appointment process for an inquiry chair was in its ‘final stages’. She said she and the Home Secretary had met prospective candidates over the summer and that a panel of survivors and victims would be part of the final approval. But reports last week suggested progress had ‘stalled’, with judges and lawyers said to be reluctant to head the investigation. There were also said to be disagreements over whether to include cases of child sexual exploitation and abuse committed by those other than street-based gangs. It comes amid worries the new inquiry could end up ‘sprawling’ in nature and ‘too vague’ like the earlier seven-year Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). These fears were reflected by Ms Goddard in her new letter, in which she wrote: ‘Grooming gangs or ‘gang based sexual exploitation’ is a unique crime with its own markers. ‘It also often differs from other areas of CSA [child sexual abuse] or CSE [child sexual exploitation] in that victims have experienced decades of failure from statutory services. ‘Expanding the scope of this inquiry risks it being watered down and once again, failing to get to the truth. ‘We have repeatedly faced suggestions from officials to expand this inquiry, and there is real fear from survivors, including myself, that it will turn into another IICSA, with grooming gang victims forgotten.’ The Daily Mail has approached the Home Office for comment. The department previously said in response to weekend reports about potential contenders to chair the inquiry: ‘The abuse of children by grooming gangs is one of the most horrific crimes imaginable. We will do everything in our power to ensure these crimes never happen again. ‘We are working urgently to appoint the best chair to take forward this work, to get to the truth and deliver justice to the survivors. It would be wrong to provide a running commentary on that process while it is still under way.’ The Prime Minister’s spokesman said on Monday they would not give a ‘running commentary’ on who might chair the inquiry or when it would be up and running The spokesman added: ‘We will get the right chair. Victims and survivors are at the heart of this process. ‘We are working flat out to get the make-up and structure of the inquiry right.’ Ms Goddard was raped and abused by at least 50 men in Bradford from the age of 14. She had been groomed by a gang of Asian men in 2008 when she and another girl ran away from her care home. She had asked a man for a lighter, and what followed was months of them targeting her vulnerabilities and ‘trying to make me feel like I had somewhere to belong’. She previously revealed how she was trafficked to Blackburn, Rotherham, Rochdale, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and Oldham. By the age of 15 Fiona became pregnant by one of her rapists and gave birth days after her 16th birthday. But the newborn was soon taken from her arms and given up for adoption as she was told she could not keep her daughter. Yet the abuse carried on for another two years, with police laying the blame on her, and it would not be until 2019 that the nine grooming gang members faced justice when they were jailed for more than 130 years. Ms Goddard waived her right to anonymity following the case as she ‘didn’t want people to think this was a reason to be ashamed anymore’, adding: ‘I didn’t do anything wrong.’ She told ITV’s Good Morning Britain in June this year that at times the abuse had left her feeling ‘subhuman’ on being shunned by society. She said: ‘Over the years from 2008 and 2013 I was found in cars with men and they [police] said I was the reason society was going downhill by putting working class men in danger. ‘I was called a child prostitute. I was accused of exchanging sex in return for gifts by 14. And described as running a brothel by 17. ‘Repeatedly they said I was streetwise and knew how to look after myself that even though I was a missing person it wasn’t a concern and they downgraded it.’

Priceless Gems from Louvre Heist at Risk of Permanent Disappearance
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Priceless Gems from Louvre Heist at Risk of Permanent Disappearance

The invaluable jewels seized in a daring heist at the Louvre may end up dismantled and irretrievably lost, experts fear. Following the swift, seven-minute theft on Sunday, museum officials convened an urgent meeting. The brazen raid saw an organized group make off with treasures, including an Imperial brooch adorned with 2,000 diamonds. The stolen collection comprises eight pieces, all originating from France’s 19th-century royalty, each embedded with thousands of diamonds and other precious stones. Among the pilfered items were a tiara, necklace, and earrings from the Queen Marie-Amelie sapphire set. Additionally, a brooch encrusted with 2,438 diamonds that belonged to Empress Eugenie, the wife of Napoleon III, was taken. On the evening following the theft, the Louvre, renowned as the world’s most visited museum, remained closed. A critical meeting took place, including Interior Minister Laurent Nunez and Culture Minister Rachida Dati, to assess security failings. It emerged that security personnel did not intervene with the thieves, and law enforcement was slow to respond to the triggered alarm. Justice minister Gerald Darmanin also conceded windows and display cabinets were too easily broken into, and there were not enough CCTV cameras in the targeted Denton Wing. ‘We failed and presented a deplorable image of France,’ he said. Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau said the ‘highly organised gang’ could well be working for a collector in the black market. The gang of several ‘highly organised criminals’ arrived outside the world’s most visited museum at around 9.30am local time on Sunday while thousands of tourists enjoyed a day out at the attraction. Masked and wielding angle grinders, the gang parked up their scooters outside the Apollo Gallery (Galerie d’Apollon), home to jewels belonging to Napoleon Bonaparte, his wife Josephine and a string of subsequent Emperors and Empresses. They then extended a freight elevator, resembling a giant ladder, from the back of a flat-bed truck and propped it up against the wall of the gallery, which was opened by King Louis XIV in the 17th Century. The targeted wing of the Louvre, on the River Seine side of the museum, was undergoing construction work when the gang struck. Employees had previously protested under-staffing at the museum in June. After scurrying to the top of the ladder, they used an angle grinder to pierce through the museum’s external window, before climbing into the Salle 705 exhibition room. In a whirlwind seven-minute heist, they prised open two display cases and crammed away nine pieces of the 23-item Napoleon and Josephine Bonaparte collection, Le Parisien reports. The treasures included the Eugénie Crown, adorned with thousands of diamonds and emeralds and worn by Napoleon III’s empress consort Eugénie, which was later found tossed below a window of the Louvre and broken into pieces. The historic Eugénie Crown, presented to the empress consort in 1855, was sold at auction in 1988 for $13.5million (£10million) before being donated to the Louvre four years later. It is now worth tens of millions of dollars, expert Josie Goodbody told the Daily Mail. The gang is also believed to have swiped a priceless necklace and brooch from Salle 705. By 9.40am they were out of the Louvre, disappearing into the Paris morning on their scooters just as police started to arrive.

Find Out Who Was Affected by the Recent AWS Outage
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Find Out Who Was Affected by the Recent AWS Outage

On Monday, numerous popular online services faced disruptions as Amazon Web Services (AWS) dealt with a significant outage. AWS, the cloud computing powerhouse and a major player in cloud infrastructure, first detected issues at approximately 3 a.m. EDT in its “US-East-1” region based in Northern Virginia. The initial problem was traced to the DynamoDB database, prompting AWS to initiate corrective measures. By 6:30 a.m. EDT, the company announced that the issue had been “fully mitigated,” with most services back online. Nevertheless, a second series of outages emerged later in the morning. AWS attributed these to a connectivity issue involving its Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) service, which provides users with virtual computing resources. Efforts to resolve the situation began early in the afternoon, and by 4 p.m. EDT, AWS reported noticeable improvements across all affected services. Here’s a list of platforms that experienced issues during the AWS outage: The crypto exchange Coinbase acknowledged in a post on X around 3:45 a.m. EDT that many users were unable to access its services due to the AWS outage but emphasized that “all funds are safe.” After initially seeing signs of recovery, the company said late Monday morning that it was “experiencing scaling issues” from the outage. It later noted issues with its support channels, chats and calls and core functions, such as trading and transfers. Peloton said early Monday morning that it was “seeing recovery from the AWS outage and are actively monitoring all platforms and services.” However, the exercise company later noted “another spike in errors across several Peloton services.” Meredith Whittaker, president of Signal, said on X around 4 a.m. EDT that the company is aware the encrypted messaging app was “down for some people” in what appeared to “be related to a major AWS outage.” Shortly before 4 a.m. EDT, Fortnite wrote on X that “an outage affecting several services on the internet is also impacting Fortnite log-ins.” By around 8:30 a.m. EDT, the popular gaming platform said the “service provider outage is resolved and Fortnite is back online!” However, it later noted that “players in the Asia server region are experiencing log-in and matchmaking errors, which we’re working to resolve now.” Lyft said Monday afternoon in a post on X that an “outage affecting several digital services has also been intermittently impacting Lyft today,” adding that the ride-hailing service was “working to remedy the issue as soon as possible.” The Associated Press The AP, whose news wire is used by nearly 4,000 media organizations, noted in its news coverage that the organization runs on AWS and has been affected by the outage. In a message to customers, the AP said early Monday that it was “continuing to experience a service disruption” and enabled its backup site for media outlets to access breaking news content in the interim. Roblox notified the public at 3:23 a.m. EDT of a “widespread outage due to AWS outage.” The company said the outage affected the mobile app, the website, the Xbox app, and a wide spectrum of other features. Two hours later, Roblox saw “full recovery across all services.” At 10:33 a.m. EDT, Roblox reported its system was again affected by the outage. Seven minutes later, the company reported that “we are again recovered.” Amazon, which runs on AWS, issued a statement to its customers at the top of its homepage. “We’re sorry if you’re currently experiencing issues using the Amazon site. We’re working to fix this as quickly as possible.” The United Kingdom’s government website was affected by the outage, as well. A spokesperson for the government told The Guardian on Monday it was working with Amazon to resolve the issue. “We are aware of an incident affecting Amazon Web Services, and several online services which rely on their infrastructure. Through our established incident response arrangements, we are in contact with the company, who are working to restore services as quickly as possible,” the spokesperson said.

Shocking Forensic Revelations: Alivea Goncalves’ Sister’s Post-Mortem Injuries Unveiled
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Shocking Forensic Revelations: Alivea Goncalves’ Sister’s Post-Mortem Injuries Unveiled

Alivea Goncalves has disclosed unsettling details about the tragic death of her sister, Kaylee. Initially believed to have been sustained during her struggle against the alleged murderer, Bryan Kohberger, some of Kaylee’s wounds may have been inflicted posthumously. In a recent TikTok video, Alivea referred to a list of exhibits that the state intended to present if Kohberger’s case had gone to trial. These exhibits suggested that certain injuries occurred after Kaylee had ceased fighting back. The exhibit list, which has been obtained, included 26 photographs depicting the wounds found on Kaylee following the horrific event. “I don’t want to speculate on his motivations, whether it was to cause pain or something else, but these wounds don’t seem to fit the narrative,” Alivea expressed in her video, reflecting on the incomprehensible nature of the injuries. According to Alivea, Bryan Kohberger might have had more than ample time to commit the murders. She shared that Kohberger was reportedly inside the residence with the four victims from approximately 4 a.m. to 4:25 a.m.

Charlotte Teen’s 111 Arrests: A Startling Tale of Crime and Consequence in a Lenient City
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Charlotte Teen’s 111 Arrests: A Startling Tale of Crime and Consequence in a Lenient City

In Charlotte, North Carolina, the community grapples with the troubling case of a teenager who has been arrested 111 times in just two years. Despite the alarming number of offenses, the young individual has been released once again, highlighting the city’s ongoing struggle with repeat offenders. At a recent press briefing, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) revealed the latest crime statistics for the city. They reported a 20% decrease in violent crime, which encompasses serious offenses such as homicides, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults, including shootings. However, this positive trend is overshadowed by a concerning pattern. A significant portion of those arrested for violent crimes are repeat offenders, many of whom are teenagers. A particularly stark example is a 15-year-old who, since August 2023, has amassed an astonishing 111 arrests. Sgt. Todd Martin of the CMPD’s Southeast Service Area Crime Reduction Unit expressed concern about the city’s struggle with repeat offenders during a news conference. “We continue to see a troubling pattern: a disproportionate number of violent incidents and property crimes are being committed by individuals with extensive criminal histories – many of whom continue to cycle through the justice system without facing meaningful consequences,” Sgt. Martin stated. “We continue to see a troubling pattern: a disproportionate number of violent incidents and property crimes are being committed by individuals with extensive criminal histories – many of whom continue to cycle through the justice system without facing meaningful consequences,” said Sgt. Todd Martin of the Southeast Service Area Crime Reduction Unit. “The cycle of catch and release does not reduce crime in our community,” he said. Martin revealed the repeat offender’s disturbing search history. “The following were Google searches found on the juvenile’s cellphone: What is the charge for killing an officer? Is police murder a charge? What is capital murder?” Martin said at Wednesday’s news conference. “These are the things a 15-year-old in possession of multiple firearms was searching for,” he added. “Despite the juvenile’s delinquency history and repeat offender status, the juvenile was released back into the community in September.” The 15-year-old repeat offender in Charlotte comes as the city has grappled with the stabbing death of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee who was commuting home from her job at a pizzeria when she was allegedly stabbed to death by a repeat offender. According to a police affidavit obtained by Fox News Digital, CMPD responded to an emergency call from the Lynx Blue Line near 1821 Camden Road on Aug. 22. Witnesses reported that a man had stabbed a woman in the throat inside a train car. Officers arrived to find 34-year-old Decarlos Dejuan Brown Jr. on the outbound platform, wearing clothing that matched the suspect’s description, court documents revealed. Authorities said he had a cut on his right hand and was taken into custody after receiving medical attention. Officers recovered a folding knife near the outbound light rail platform, the affidavit said. Brown has a criminal history spanning over a decade, including felony breaking and entering and robbery with a dangerous weapon, for which he served a five-year prison sentence, according to court records.

Patrick Warburton Playfully Embraces Family Fun at Disney’s ‘Soarin” Attraction
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Patrick Warburton Playfully Embraces Family Fun at Disney’s ‘Soarin” Attraction

LOS ANGELES — Fans of the iconic “Soarin'” attraction will be thrilled to know that Patrick Warburton, the endearing “Chief Flight Attendant” from the original “Soarin’ Over California” and “Soarin’ Around the World” pre-shows, is making a highly anticipated return. He will reprise his role for the upcoming “Soarin’ Across America” experience! Earlier this year, during an interview with On The Red Carpet at the D23 Expo, Warburton shared his playful antics while waiting in line for the “Soarin’” ride. The actor humorously described how he enjoys lightheartedly embarrassing his family during these moments. “Before my part comes up on the screen, I often turn to the crowd and politely ask everyone to quiet down,” Warburton revealed. “I tell them we’re about to receive some crucial safety instructions from a very young, dynamic actor,” he added with a grin. Warburton’s memorable pre-flight presentation has become a cherished element of Disney Park lore, linking new generations of “Soarin'” enthusiasts to the attraction’s nostalgic beginnings from the late 1990s and early 2000s. The upcoming 2026 installment of the ride will offer guests an awe-inspiring journey from coast to coast, highlighting America’s stunning landscapes, landmarks, and vibrant spirit, all under the guidance of Warburton’s distinctive voice and irresistible charisma. The eagerly awaited rendition of this beloved attraction is set to launch at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World in the summer of 2026, coinciding with the celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. The Walt Disney is the parent company of On The Red Carpet and this ABC station.

Lindsey Halligan Dismisses Top DOJ Official Upon Assuming Control of Virginia US Attorney’s Office
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Lindsey Halligan Dismisses Top DOJ Official Upon Assuming Control of Virginia US Attorney’s Office

A prominent supporter of Trump, who recently assumed leadership of the influential Virginia US attorney’s office, has initiated significant changes by dismissing a senior Justice Department official who had briefly overseen the office. Lindsey Halligan has been taking steps to assert her authority over the office after Donald Trump hand-picked her for the role on September 20. Following the resignation of Erik Siebert, the original Trump-appointed US Attorney in the Eastern District of Virginia, pressured by Trump for not charging former FBI director James Comey, Maggie Cleary, a seasoned career prosecutor, was assigned to temporarily take over his responsibilities. Halligan then became the replacement, and Cleary sided with her colleagues in opposing Halligan’s decision to bring the Comey case. During the grand jury testimony, Cleary sat in the back row rather than at the government table in a clear display of disunity within the department. Now, according to CNN, she has been removed from the office entirely. It is uncertain whether she continues to work for the Justice Department in a different capacity or if she has been completely dismissed. Her departure comes amid mass changes in the department since Halligan took over. Two other long term prosecutors, Michael Ben’Ary and Maya Song, were fired after Halligan charged Comey. Ben’Ary left a note on his office door as he departed, alleging that the Justice Department leadership was ‘more focused on punishing the president’s perceived adversaries than on safeguarding our national security.’ Comey’s son-in-law Troy Edwards Jr. also resigned from the office. Comey is accused of making a false statement to Congress and obstruction of a congressional proceeding back in 2020. He maintains his innocence. ‘My family and I have known for years that there are costs to standing up to Donald Trump,’ Comey said after his indictment. A source told CNN Halligan intends to move prosecutors along who may oppose her work in targeting high-profile cases. She is also involved in the case against former New York Attorney General Leticia James. James is accused of mortgage fraud relating to paperwork discrepancies on her Brooklyn townhouse and a Virginia home. James’ lawyers have vigorously denied any allegations and characterized the investigation as an act of political revenge. Cleary was a stalwart of Republican administrations in Virginia before joining the federal prosecutors office in 2025. After Halligan took over, Cleary was appointed what was essentially the next best prosecutor’s job, serving under Halligan, who had no criminal trial experience but previously served as Trump’s personal attorney. Trump announced via social media he was nominating Halligan as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, writing that she ‘will be Fair, Smart, and will provide, desperately needed, JUSTICE FOR ALL!’ Halligan served as one of his attorneys in the early days of the FBI’s investigation into Trump’s retention of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

Tragic Mass Shooting at High School Reunion Results in 4 Deaths, 20 Injuries
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Tragic Mass Shooting at High School Reunion Results in 4 Deaths, 20 Injuries

Four people were killed and 20 wounded in a shooting at a packed bar on one of South Carolina’s inland Sea Islands early Sunday morning. During an alumni gathering for Battery Creek High School, gunfire broke out at Willie’s Bar and Grill, a popular venue celebrated for its Gullah-inspired dishes, as reported by The Associated Press. Hundreds were in attendance at this Beaufort County event. Police have released very little information about the shooting except to say they were looking at “persons of interest.” The Beaufort County coroner’s office identified the dead as Kashawn Glaze, 22; Chiraad Smalls, 33; Amos Gary, 54; and A’shan’tek Milledge, 22. As per the Island Packet, Gary, who was providing security for the event, was amidst the chaos when four of the 20 individuals who suffered injuries were rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Willie Turral, the bar’s owner, said he’s stunned by what happened. “The sound of gunshots was terrifying, especially being inside and hearing the rapid bursts. You could immediately sense it wasn’t just any ordinary weapon,” recounted Turral. “All around, there were people administering CPR, helping the injured, and expressing their distress. It was a scene of genuine concern and emotion.” Speaking to WCSC, he expressed, “It’s overwhelming to see your name associated with such an event. It makes you wonder if there was more you could have possibly done. I’m committed to the process of healing and improvement.” The sheriff’s office asked anyone with information to call Investigator Master Sgt. Duncan at 843-255-3418.

Diane Keaton Reaches ‘Lifelong Dream’ With Help From a Friend
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Diane Keaton Reaches ‘Lifelong Dream’ With Help From a Friend

Diane Keaton recorded an emotional Christmas song which she described as her ‘lifelong dream’ just months before her sad passing. The Oscar-winning actress, who passed away on October 11 at the age of 79, had recorded the song First Christmas, with lyrics that capture the deep sorrow of losing someone dear and the heartache of spending the festive season without them for the first time. In moving black-and-white footage from the studio, the Hollywood icon can be seen by a piano as she recorded her debut solo single, which has now become her final piece of music. ‘Now I wish that I could let go, it’s a silent night, it’s another year, the first Christmas without you here, I miss you so,’ are the heartfelt lyrics sung by Diane, who collaborated with her close friend and songwriter Carole Bayer Sager on the song. Carole, who confessed she was ‘stunned’ by Diane’s ‘very thin’ appearance in her last weeks, stated she never anticipated the lyrics would take on such a poignant significance just 10 months after the song was released. Honoring Diane’s memory, Carole remarked that she was a ‘magic light for everyone’ while sharing video clips of the duo embracing during the recording session, a clip that will now stand as a lasting testament to their friendship. When she released the track last November, Diane wrote on Instagram that the song was ‘so close’ to her heart, telling her followers: ‘I hope it brings you some peace and comfort this holiday season, like it does for me.’ She had previously spoken about her long-standing dream of being a singer, saying: ‘I had a fantasy of being a nightclub singer that I carried through even into my early twenties. I sang a couple of gigs, as they call them, but I was not very good.’ On her passion for singing, Diane added: ‘I have this love of it. I love music. I love singing ballads and sad songs, it’s just so much fun.’ Songwriter Carole, 81, who was previously married to Burt Bacharach, shared footage of Diane recording First Christmas on Instagram, captioning the post: ‘Rest in peace Diane, you so made this world a better place.’ In a second post, the friends can be seen holding hands and hugging, with a grieving Carole adding: ‘Whoever dreamed the lyric could apply to you.’ The lyrics to First Christmas, co-written by singer-songwriter Jonas Myrin, 42, include: ‘When you love someone for so, so long, but they’re not coming home… I never thought I’d do this on my own… ‘The snow falls on my window, I wish that I could let go, it’s a silent night, it’s another year… The first Christmas without you here.’ Jonas who played the piano for Diane as she recorded the festive ballad, wrote a heartfelt tribute to the actress, saying he was ‘heartbroken’ by her passing. He wrote: ‘To have been trusted to help bring her lifelong dream of recording an original song to life is something I’ll carry with me forever. ‘First Christmas, which I co-wrote with Carole and produced for Diane last year, became her first and final song, and now those words hold a meaning I could have never imagined. ‘Beyond the song itself, it’s the memories from our time together that I hold closest. Diane always filled the room with such laughter and little jokes that kept us smiling, and she always arrived so stylishly, as if ready for a Vogue shoot at any moment.’ Jonas also recounted how much the song meant to Diane, revealing she called him in tears, overwhelmed by what a milestone it was for her. He added: ‘I will never forget when she called me, saying that getting to sing this song was one of the greatest gifts of her career. ‘It was a dream she had carried her whole life to sing and record an original song and being able to help her bring that dream to life with Carole was incredibly special.’ Ending the post, Jonas said: ‘Diane was fearless, curious, generous, and full of love in everything she did. Her voice, her heart, and her art will live on in those notes and in the legacy she leaves behind.’ In contrast to her illustrious career, which saw the actress star in Annie Hall, Reds, and Something’s Gotta Give, Diane’s final weeks were spent in solitude. A source revealed to People magazine that Diane had become a ‘recluse’ amid the ‘rapid decline’ in her health. ‘It was unexpected, especially for someone with such strength and spirit,’ a friend told the US publication. Carole explained how Diane’s life had been affected by the Los Angeles wildfires in January, which led her to move to Palm Springs. It had been some time before the friends were able to meet up, and Carole said she was ‘stunned’ by Diane’s dramatic weight loss. She said: ‘I saw her two or three weeks ago, and she was very thin. She had lost so much weight. She had to go to Palm Springs because her house had been damaged inside, and they had to clean everything. ‘She was down there for a while, and when she came back, I was kind of stunned by how much weight she’d lost.’ The sudden deterioration in Diane’s health led her to make the heartbreaking decision to sell her ‘dream home’ in Sullivan Canyon, Los Angeles, which she had spent years renovating. After writing her book The House That Pinterest Built, which detailed the refurbishments to her home, Diane listed the property for £21 million earlier this year. Alongside her award-winning career and A-list properties, Diane leaves behind her beloved children. Diane, who famously dated Al Pacino, Woody Allen, and Warren Beatty, became a single mother for the first time in her 50s after adopting two children. She raised daughter Dexter and son Duke, adopted in 1996 and 2001, on her own, saying that ‘motherhood was not an urge I could resist.’

Highlighting Local Heroes: Trivia Night Hosted by Monticello’s Troop 490
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Highlighting Local Heroes: Trivia Night Hosted by Monticello’s Troop 490

MONTICELLO, Ill. (WCIA) — Gus Martin and Greson Vance from Scouting America Troop 490 in Monticello appeared on WCIA 3 with Taylor Mitchell to discuss a forthcoming event. Troop 490 is organizing a trivia night on November 1, from 6-8:30 p.m. Attendees can look forward to a pork dinner, raffle drawing, and additional activities. The event will take place at Monticello Christian Church. The money raised from the event will help the scouts pay for tickets and other costs related to a trip to the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. “They’ll hike each day,” Martin noted. “It’s a unique experience for our scouts. This is one of those trips that every scout dreams of. It will be incredibly beneficial for these scouts to learn survival skills with minimal resources.” You can purchase tickets for the event here. Visit Troop 490 on Facebook to learn more.

Trans Woman Receives £12,500 Settlement from Royal Mail for Harassment
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Trans Woman Receives £12,500 Settlement from Royal Mail for Harassment

A transgender postal worker has been categorized as a ‘female victim’ and awarded £12,500 after experiencing ‘harassment’ and discrimination related to her sex from coworkers. Sophie Cole, 46, successfully demonstrated that one offender considered her a woman and that Royal Mail inadequately addressed her reports of bullying. This judgment, regarded as a ‘legal first,’ emerged despite the Supreme Court’s ruling in April that transgender women could not be classified as harassment victims based on their sex ‘as a woman.’ The Supreme Court also asserted that, in customary language, sex discrimination cases can ‘only be understood’ as pertaining to biological women. Ms Cole, from Cambridge, claimed she was singled out, called names, touched, physically assaulted and had her car spat on. Following a delay in her verdict while her tribunal judge sought clarification around the ruling, she later expressed feeling justified that its interpretation enabled part of her claim to advance. Ms. Cole commented, ‘I believe I present well as a girl, and many people I meet are unaware that I am trans. I generally faced few issues, and outside of work, I rarely encounter problems.’ ‘The final Supreme Court ruling said you could only be classed on a legal basis by your birth gender. On that basis I was told I could not have suffered harassment for my sex as a woman as the law doesn’t see me as one. ‘However after deliberation and going off to speak to other judges, she made it clear that if an individual “deemed” me to be a woman when they harassed me, I could be listed as a “female victim”. ‘She went out on a limb, which I’m very grateful for, and it is believed to be the first case won under that basis.’ Ms Cole’s case was sparked when she made a complaint about an ‘assault’ by a colleague she says was ‘ignored’ and led to further bullying and harassment. Following a hearing in Bury St Edmonds, Employment Judge King ruled her claim for direct discrimination and harassment on grounds of gender reassignment were ‘successful in part’. She also ruled her discrimination and harassment related to sex ‘succeeds on one allegation’ after Ms Cole proved one of the two colleagues ‘saw me as a woman’. The £12,500 rewarded included a 25 per cent uplift for failing to follow the ACAS code of practice in respect of her grievances. Recommendations were also made for the training and mediation for a number of named employees. Ms Cole joined Royal Mail in 2017 and spent most of her time working in the collections team. In her witness statement she outlined the basis of her treatment that led to her raising concerns with bosses. She said she had been assaulted and had her car vandalised with ‘ongoing events to distress me.’ These included ‘burping at me, moving my van mirrors to get me in trouble for not driving a vehicle safely.’ She also said a colleague would ‘stand over my car staring at me when I left work and while working in the bay area. Ms Cole claimed the colleague would ‘mimic’ her voice in a falsetto tone and said she was also verbally abused by other staff. But when she raised the issue with Royal Mail she said nothing was done, they didn’t take her grievance seriously and tried to brush off her concerns. Speaking after the verdict, Ms Cole said: ‘I know not everyone is pro trans and I am not looking for supporters. I am just trying to live my life and did not do anything to provoke any of this. But my life was made extremely difficult on a daily basis. ‘It dragged out for a year and I was concerned for my life at times. I was physically assaulted and constantly abused and targeted. It made me really depressed. I was able to prove in court I had not done anything and there was nothing I could have done differently. ‘I did expect Royal Mail to be a safe haven of a company. I was an ex-financial advisor for a bank. I took a massive pay cut to join Royal Mail and felt I should have been safe at a big organisation.’ Ms Cole said she followed all ‘correct procedures’ to deal with incidents but claims Royal Mail ‘did not wish to engage in conversation or to find a resolution.’ She added: ‘The Royal Mail investigation was a shambles. It was dropped as they had a chat with my colleague who said he didn’t do these things. Especially because I was transgender. But they just did whatever they could to quash it. ‘Royal Mail had more than enough chances to deal with this in a professional manner. ‘I was being treated horrifically, but they dropped the case against him completely and tried to blame me. ‘They then tried to strong arm me into dropping the case.’ Ms Cole revealed she no longer works with the main colleague involved anymore after he was moved to another depot. She added: ‘We have not had the mediation yet but I have been paid the award. On a day to day basis nothing has really been made different but they have six months to do the training. ‘I do love my job and have mixed emotions. I was really worried and stressed going to court and was concerned how much I would be belittled. ‘I was told to drop the case on numerous occasions and that I was never going to win it. ‘But I did feel good and listened to by the court. I genuinely thought the judge was brilliant. It felt like the first time anyone was taking it seriously. I hope this has been a wake up call for the company and things will now change.’ Ms Cole said she was very young when she knew she wanted to be a woman. ‘Trans was not a word I knew, but I realised I wanted to be girl aged around three. ‘I started to live as a woman around early 2016 and had a couple of surgeries around 2018. ‘I have tried to be an advocate for trans people in the work environment.’ Royal Mail said in a statement: ‘Royal Mail takes all allegations of harassment and discrimination seriously. ‘We acknowledge the tribunal’s findings and are progressing the recommendations made as swiftly as possible.’

Prepared for CURE 2025
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Prepared for CURE 2025

SAVANNAH, Ga. () — is on your side with another way for you to support the fight against breast cancer. Pink ribbons are sprinkled inside Dillard’s at Savannah mall as the department store presents Fit for the CURE 2025. When you buy a Wacoal Bra, $5 is donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. This organization is dedicated to advancing breast cancer research, enhancing community health, and promoting global outreach and public policy efforts. Since 1982, the Susan G. Komen Foundation has invested almost $1.1 billion in breast cancer research and claims to have contributed to the development of 29 new breast cancer medications over the past three decades. Lingerie Manager Cecelia Jeffery said they have something for all women including breast cancer survivors. “We offer options for shallow, average, and specialized needs, including bras that accommodate implants or prosthetics,” said Jeffery. “They’re incredibly soft, comfortable, and straightforward to fit.” This year, the event is especially significant as one of their own sales representatives, Karen Evans, is currently battling breast cancer. Her photo from Healing Heroes: A Tribute to Breast Cancer Survivors is on display at Dillard’s. The event will start at 11 a.m. and run until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14. You do not need an appointment.

O’Reilly Claims Trump’s Global Influence Has ‘Increased 1000%’
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O’Reilly Claims Trump’s Global Influence Has ‘Increased 1000%’

Bill O’Reilly asserts that President Trump’s involvement in securing a peace agreement between Israel and Hamas has strengthened his influence globally, potentially impacting the United States’ interactions with China. Sunday marked 737 days since the hostages were taken, and all 20 remaining hostages were released on Monday. The hostages’ release was facilitated by a ceasefire orchestrated by the Trump administration. The agreement encountered challenges from both Hamas and the Israeli side, with Trump at times openly expressing his frustrations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “Donald Trump’s power worldwide has just increased by about 1,000%,” O’Reilly told “On Balance.” “He’s heading to Korea to meet with Xi. Xi (Jinping) and the Chinese are aware that he has garnered the support of the Arab world and the Middle East. Although temporarily sourcing oil from Russia and Iran, China relies on the Middle East. They can’t afford to estrange the Arab nations. Trump is approaching with a significant advantage.” According to Reuters, a meeting between Xi and Trump is planned for late October in South Korea, following the president’s threat of imposing 100% tariffs on China. ‘s Tulsi Kamath contributed to this report.

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