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05-01-2023
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NFL player Shaquil Barrett’s daughter drowns in family's swimming pool
Arrayah Barrett, the 2-year-old daughter of Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett drowned in the family's swimming pool. Law enforcement responded to an emergency call and attempted to save Arrayah via life-saving measures, but she was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The incident is believed to be a tragic accident and the investigation remains open. The Buccaneers expressed their condolences to the family and Tom Brady sent his love on social media. Shaquil Barrett is a two-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Bowl player who is currently playing for the Buccaneers.
Jenny Craig may close corporate offices as it shifts to e-commerce
Weight loss company Jenny Craig plans to close some of its offices as it transitions to e-commerce due to its $250 million debt load. The company reportedly sent WARN Act letters to employees, notifying them of the intention to close facilities in California and New Jersey, and winding down physical operations in favour of an online model. The company has approximately 600 global centres, with almost 500 being company-owned and franchised locations in Canada and the US. The weight loss industry is seeing significant changes, with the obesity drug business rapidly expanding in popularity.
Severe weather brings more tornado threats to East Coast, states brace for impact
As severe weather continues to plague the East Coast, areas that have already seen multiple tornados in recent days face further threats. Virginia Beach has already declared a local state of emergency due to the impact of a severe storm and tornadoes. Other Eastern regions, including Florida and the mid-Atlantic, are also facing the risk of damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. Meanwhile, areas in the Northeast are bracing for heavy rain and possible flooding, with flood watches being posted in several states. Rain is expected to continue through the night and into Monday, followed by a period of unwelcome weather throughout the week.
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's Son Meets With President Biden To Discuss Tensions With China
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's son, Marcos, is in Washington D.C. to meet with U.S. President Biden and discuss heightened tensions with China, as the U.S. looks to deter China's increasingly aggressive actions in the South China Sea. Discussions are expected to cover a range of topics including security and economic initiatives, as well as the transfer of three C-130 aircraft and coastal patrol vessels to the Philippines. This official visit signifies the first by a Philippine president in more than 10 years.
US-Israel tensions seen as Kevin McCarthy addresses Knesset
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's address to the Knesset highlights the tense ties between the Biden White House and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, which includes ultranationalists once at the fringes of Israeli politics. Netanyahu's Republican leanings, seen through his speech to Congress against the Iran nuclear deal, have tested ties with American Jews who mostly lean Democrat. Critics say the legal overhaul of Israel's judiciary system will upend the country's system of checks and balances and endanger the country’s democratic foundations.
LGBTQ+ lawmakers across the country feel under personal attack
Currently, over 200 LGBTQ+ lawmakers in the U.S. are feeling under personal attack as several states pass anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. The ACLU reports nearly 470 anti-LGBTQ+ bills in 16 states, with Texas, Missouri, and Tennessee accounting for over 125 of them. In some cases, lawmakers pitted against GOP members who claim only two genders, leaving LGBTQ+ lawmakers feeling ostracized and upset. Despite the pressure, LGBTQ+ lawmakers hold faith and continue to fight hate with love.
US helps to evacuate citizens and nationals from Sudan amid ongoing violence
The US government has organised convoys of US citizens, and any locally employed staff and nationals, from allied and partner countries, out of Sudan. The US has stressed its commitment to its nationals amidst the ongoing violence and has been organising flights, convoys and assigning seats on departing ships. The Pentagon confirmed that it has provided intelligence and surveillance assets - including drones - to aid the safe departure of US citizens, and naval assets are being moved to provide any necessary support along the coast. Countries including Saudi Arabia, Spain, Germany, France and the UK have also evacuated thousands of their citizens and foreign nationals from Sudan.
Violence continues in Sudan as aid groups struggle to provide assistance
The conflict in Sudan has caused violence and forced many civilians to flee. Aid groups have struggled to provide aid and medical care due to a lack of supplies and the looting of aid supplies. Hospitals in areas with active fighting are out of service, and more than 400 civilians have been killed with over 2,000 wounded. Although an aircraft carrying medical aid has landed to resupply hospitals in Khartoum and other hot spots, more aid is needed. Many foreign nationals have been evacuated, and the healthcare system is near collapse. Multiple aid agencies have had to suspend operations and evacuate their employees due to the situation. The United States and Britain are assisting in evacuating their citizens from the country.
Alibaba's Chairman Jack Ma appointed as a professor at a Japanese university
Jack Ma, chairman of Alibaba, has been appointed as a visiting professor at Tokyo College where he will share his expertise on entrepreneurship, corporate management, and innovation. This comes after Chinese regulators targeted Alibaba in a crackdown on technology and internet companies due to Ma's criticism towards China's regulatory environment. Ma's appointment lasts from Monday until the end of October at Tokyo College which was founded in 2019 and focuses on themes such as the digital revolution.
Nine injured in unprovoked shooting at South Carolina park, but all expected to survive
Nine people were shot during a flash party at Meadowlake Park near Columbia after teenagers advertised the gathering on social media. The shooting was unprovoked and the injured are expected to recover, according to Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott. Several different weapons were used by multiple assailants, leading to multiple shell casings from different guns being found at the scene. Two people were arrested but it's not yet clear if they are connected to the shooting.