ProPublica has identified the two CBP agents who fired on Alex Pretti, who was killed during a protest in Minneapolis. Records reveal the agents as Jesus Ochoa and Raymundo Gutierrez, who were assigned to Operation Metro Surge. This operation deployed masked agents throughout the city, which has been criticized as it prevents public accountability. The shooting and the subsequent lack of transparency have prompted calls for an independent investigation from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers.
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Newly released documents reveal extensive contact between Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit and the late Jeffrey Epstein, with nearly 1,000 mentions of her in the files. The emails, spanning from 2011 to 2014, suggest a close relationship, including messages where she called him “charming” and “soft-hearted.” These revelations come as Mette-Marit’s son, Marius Borg Høiby, faces trial on multiple charges, including rape. In response to the release of the documents, the Princess stated she showed poor judgment and deeply regrets having contact with Epstein.
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Recent document releases from the U.S. investigation into Jeffrey Epstein have unveiled further details concerning the relationship between the convicted sex offender and the man formerly known as Prince Andrew. These documents include an invitation to dine at Buckingham Palace and photographs appearing to show Andrew with an unidentified person. The scandal has prompted discussions about whether Andrew should cooperate with U.S. authorities. These revelations come after King Charles III stripped Andrew of his royal titles, and experts believe this action may insulate the rest of the family from further damage.
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China is aiming to establish a “strong currency” capable of international use in trade, investment, and foreign exchange markets, with the goal of achieving global reserve status. President Xi Jinping delivered this message in a 2024 speech to officials, which was later published by Qiushi, the Communist Party’s theoretical journal. This initiative comes amid increasing global financial market uncertainty and questions regarding the value of the US dollar. The excerpts highlighted the core attributes of a financial powerhouse, including a strong economy, leading technological strength, and a credible, widely used currency.
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Lord Peter Mandelson has announced his resignation from the Labour Party due to his association with the late Jeffrey Epstein, aiming to avoid causing further embarrassment. This decision follows the release of US Department of Justice files, which revealed payments totaling $75,000 made by Epstein to Mandelson in 2003 and 2004. In his resignation letter, Mandelson expressed regret over the renewed links to the scandal. The former cabinet minister was previously dismissed as US ambassador due to past connections with Epstein.
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Speaker Mike Johnson stated on Meet the Press that he has no further inquiries regarding President Trump’s association with Jeffrey Epstein. This declaration follows the release of documents where Trump’s name surfaced numerous times. Johnson’s response suggests he is satisfied with the existing information and does not intend to pursue further investigation into the matter. This position aligns with the Republican leadership’s stance on the issue.
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Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the prosecutors’ review of the Epstein-Maxwell case is concluded. Blanche acknowledged that victims seek justice but maintained that the department will not create evidence. These comments came in response to demands for further accountability from survivors and complaints of incomplete document releases from Democratic lawmakers. Despite addressing some redaction errors, Blanche maintained transparency and emphasized that the justice department has nothing to hide. Democratic figures like Ro Khanna and Jamie Raskin, however, disputed the completeness of the released documents, calling for full transparency and accountability.
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Following the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti by a federal officer on January 24th, federal agents responded to a crowd gathering near 27th Street and Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. Agents deployed tear gas and other less-lethal munitions against the assembled individuals. The use of force occurred in the aftermath of the shooting incident. This action was a direct response to the situation created after the shooting.
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Federal agents use tear gas on Portland ‘ICE Out’ protesters, including children, and the sheer audacity of it all is difficult to process. It’s hard to fathom who the real threat is when the government seemingly pivots from protecting its citizens to attacking them. The reports paint a disturbing picture of federal agents deploying tear gas on a crowd that included families, union members, children, and even pets. The fact that this was a peaceful demonstration, occurring at 5 p.m., is a critical detail. This wasn’t some late-night clash; this was an event where the presence of children and the elderly was expected, making the use of chemical munitions even more reprehensible.… Continue reading
In 2025, there were only 10 reported cases of Guinea worm infections across three countries, marking a historic low according to The Carter Center. This represents a 33% decrease from the previous year, with Chad, Ethiopia, and South Sudan reporting the cases. The Carter Center, instrumental in the eradication program launched in the mid-1980s, continues its efforts by collaborating with health ministries and other organizations, and is developing diagnostic tests for animals to further advance the eradication. Guinea worm, which has no treatment, is contracted by consuming water containing larvae and would be the second disease eradicated after smallpox.
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