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06-12-2023
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JPMorgan Chase reaches settlement with Jeffrey Epstein's victims
JPMorgan Chase has settled a lawsuit filed by victims of Jeffrey Epstein, who accused the bank of being Epstein’s financial conduit that allowed him to continue operating a sex trafficking operation. Both lawsuits were filed after New York state in November enacted a temporary law letting adult victims of sexual abuse to sue others for the abuse they suffered, even if the abuse occurred long ago. Terms of the settlement were not disclosed.
Silvio Berlusconi, former Italian prime minister, dies at 84
Silvio Berlusconi, the controversial billionaire media tycoon who served as Italy's prime minister four times, has died at the age of 84. He had been suffering from health issues for some time, including heart surgery in 2016 and prostate cancer. Berlusconi was known for his charisma and scandals, and his political career was marked by corruption allegations and legal battles. He founded the Forza Italia party and served in government for two decades. He is survived by his partner and five children. A state funeral will be held in Milan's cathedral on Wednesday.
Bus rollover in Australia leaves 10 dead and 25 injured
A bus rollover in Australia has left 10 people dead and 25 injured. The driver, a 58-year-old Australian man, has been charged with multiple counts of dangerous and negligent driving. The incident is under investigation.
Supreme Court declines to hear North Carolina license plate case
The Supreme Court declined to hear a case challenging North Carolina's decision to stop issuing specialty license plates bearing the insignia of the North Carolina chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. The organization claimed that the state's decision violated its free speech rights. A lower court dismissed the case, and a federal appeals court agreed.
Mother investigated for attempted murder of son
A 32-year-old mother in Austria is being investigated for attempting to murder her son among other offenses. Authorities were alerted by a social worker after the boy fell into a coma due to extreme abuse. The mother is suspected of punching and starving her son, keeping him in a dog box for hours, and pouring cold water on him. The child’s condition has improved, and the investigation is ongoing.
US to rejoin UNESCO after break triggered by Palestine vote
The US is set to rejoin the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) after leaving the agency in 2018 citing bias against Israel. The move is seen as a way to counter China’s growing influence within the organisation. This comes as a big boost to UNESCO’s World Heritage program and projects to fight climate change and teach girls to read. The US government plans to pay its 2023 dues plus $10 million in bonus contributions this year. The decision is expected to face approval from UNESCO’s member states in the coming weeks.
First Nonbinary Performers Win Tony Awards
Alex Newell and J. Harrison Ghee made history as the first openly nonbinary performers to win Tony Awards. Newell won for best performance in a musical, while Ghee won for best performance by an actor in a leading role in a musical. The 76th Annual Tony Awards were hosted by Ariana DeBose and held at the United Palace theater in New York City's Washington Heights neighborhood.
6 Dead in Maryland Shooting
Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson reported that six people were killed in a shooting in a residential area outside of Annapolis, Maryland. He stated that there was no further threat to the public and that the shooting was the result of an interpersonal dispute. The victims were between their 20s to their 50s. A suspect, described as a 'person of interest' is in custody and a weapon has been recovered.
Global Nuclear Weapons Inventory Increases, Warns Swedish Watchdog
The size of the world's nuclear weapon arsenal has increased, with China's growing the fastest, warns Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The independent institute also calls for governments to cooperate on reducing arms and dealing with geopolitical tensions and environmental collapse.
NATO jockeys to replace Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg
As NATO leaders are set to meet for their annual summit, potential candidates for the organization's next Secretary-General are discussed. UK Defense Minister Ben Wallace and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen are among them, but a consensus has yet to be reached. President Biden's opinion carries weight as the US spends the most on defense in the alliance. Discussions involving Sweden and Finland joining NATO are also set to be discussed.