The U.S. Capitol recently unveiled a statue of Barbara Rose Johns, a significant replacement for the removed statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. The ceremony in Emancipation Hall included remarks from prominent political figures, celebrating Johns’ role in leading a student strike for equal education at R.R. Moton High School in Virginia in 1951. This act of defiance eventually contributed to the landmark Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court case, which declared “separate but equal” unconstitutional. The new statue, placed in the Crypt, honors Johns’ legacy as a trailblazer and replaces the Confederate figure with a symbol of liberty and justice.
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Mexican lawmakers recently approved a package of tariffs, impacting numerous products, particularly those from China, with the levies set to take effect January 1, 2026. These tariffs, which can reach up to 50%, target goods such as metals, cars, and appliances and affect countries without free trade agreements with Mexico. This action occurs amid negotiations with the US over potential import taxes threatened by former President Donald Trump. China has expressed concerns, with a spokesperson from Beijing’s commerce ministry stating that the tariffs would “substantially harm the interests of trading partners.”
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In a shocking turn of events, Nick Reiner, son of actor and director Rob Reiner, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents. The Los Angeles District Attorney announced the charges, including special circumstances allegations that could lead to a harsher sentence. The couple was found dead from apparent stab wounds in their Los Angeles home, leading to the arrest of Nick Reiner hours later. The defendant’s attorney has postponed the arraignment until Wednesday due to his client’s unspecified health issues.
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Following a shooting at Brown University that resulted in two student deaths and nine injuries, Rhode Island officials released new images and video of a person of interest. The enhanced photo depicts an individual wearing a black mask, beanie, and a two-toned jacket. Police are urging the public to analyze the person’s body movements in the released video for any distinguishing characteristics. Authorities have also requested residents and businesses to review any footage from the past week.
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In response to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s order designating the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a “foreign terrorist organization,” a lawsuit was filed by the CAIR-Foundation and CAIR-Florida. The lawsuit seeks to have the order declared unlawful and unconstitutional, arguing that DeSantis overstepped the federal government’s authority in identifying terrorist organizations. CAIR claims that the order was issued because of the organization’s defense of free speech rights related to Palestinian human rights. DeSantis’s order, which also targeted the Muslim Brotherhood, would prohibit state agencies from providing contracts, employment, and funds to these groups.
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Customers in Biloxi, Mississippi found razor blades hidden inside loaves of bread purchased from a local Walmart, prompting store management to remove the product from shelves. Following customer complaints, employees discovered additional blades in packaged loaves during an inspection. Local police have opened an investigation, treating the bread as potential evidence, and are working with Walmart personnel to determine how the blades were concealed. As of late Monday, no arrests had been made, and there were no immediate reports of similar incidents at other locations.
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On Monday night, Brookline police responded to a report of a man shot in his home, where Nuno F.G. Loureiro, 47, was found and later pronounced dead on Tuesday morning. Loureiro was a prominent figure at MIT, serving as the director of the Plasma Science and Fusion Center and a professor in nuclear science, engineering, and physics. Originally from Portugal, his death was announced by the Portuguese Minister of Foreign Affairs. Loureiro was recently recognized for his contributions in January with a Presidential Early Career Award. The investigation into the homicide is currently ongoing, with no further information released.
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Ioan Pintaru has been indefinitely detained after repeatedly stabbing an 11-year-old girl in a random attack in Leicester Square. The attack occurred on August 12, 2024, after the girl and her mother left the Lego store. Pintaru, who pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a knife, was sentenced to a hospital order and a restriction order under the Mental Health Act. While the victim has recovered physically, the psychological impact remains significant, as she was terrified and believed she was going to die.
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The FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to the capture of the shooter responsible for the deaths of two students at Brown University, as the investigation enters its fourth day. The suspect, described as having a stocky build, remains at large, and the lack of a clear image of their face has raised concerns. Community frustration is growing as investigators canvass local businesses for video footage and appeal to students for interviews. Despite the university’s surveillance systems, questions have arisen regarding the effectiveness of security measures.
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Remains found in a Wasilla home fire have been preliminarily identified as Ryan McDonough, according to Alaska State Troopers. McDonough, the home’s owner, was recently charged with possessing images of child sexual abuse. Prior to the fire, McDonough was an interventional cardiologist at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, but was terminated after the charges became public. An investigation into the cause of the fire is still ongoing.
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