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07-21-2023

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Babysitter charged with manslaughter after leaving infant in hot car

A Florida babysitter has been charged with manslaughter after leaving a 10-month-old baby in a hot car. The babysitter picked up the infant from the mother's residence in the morning and went inside another house, leaving the baby in the car. The mother discovered the baby in the car and called 911, but the child was pronounced dead at the hospital. The babysitter was arrested and her bond was set at $25,000.

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Jacksonville Jaguars assistant coach Kevin Maxen becomes first openly gay male coach in U.S. professional sports

Kevin Maxen, the assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars, has publicly come out as gay, making history as the first male coach in U.S. professional sports to do so. Maxen, who has been with the team since 2021, revealed that he came out to live his life openly and hopes to inspire others to do the same. The team's owner, Shad Khan, expressed support for Maxen, emphasizing his importance to the team and community. Maxen has received overwhelming support from his colleagues within the organization.

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Standoff in Oklahoma ends in murder-suicide

A three-hour standoff in Verdigris, Oklahoma, resulted in the discovery of four gunshot victims, including three children, in a home. The victims were found dead with gunshot wounds, and a handgun was recovered at the scene. Authorities are investigating the case as a murder-suicide.

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White House Secures Voluntary Commitments from Companies to Ensure AI Safety

The White House has announced that seven U.S. companies have made voluntary commitments to ensure the safety of their AI products. The commitments include third-party oversight, security testing, vulnerability reporting, and the use of digital watermarking. The companies will also publicly report flaws and risks in their technology. These commitments serve as an immediate measure to address risks while advocating for long-term regulation. Some AI advocates believe that more should be done to hold companies accountable. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to introduce legislation to regulate AI. The Biden administration's efforts have been welcomed by the software trade group BSA. Other countries, including the European Union and the United Nations, are also exploring AI regulation.

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Investigation into Thefts of Lamppost and Art Piece

State police are looking into two thefts - one of a large lamppost decorated with a pumpkin and the other of a 150-pound abstract art piece near a cemetery. The lamppost was covered and transported in a pickup truck while the art piece was stolen several days later. In unrelated news, a sequel to the 1988 film Beetlejuice is currently being filmed in East Corinth, with Michael Keaton returning as the infamous Beetlejuice.

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Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder to pay $60 million to NFL after investigation reveals financial misconduct and sexual harassment allegations

An investigation into the Washington Commanders has found that owner Dan Snyder improperly hid finances from the NFL and inappropriately touched a former cheerleader. The club was discovered to have concealed over 45millioninrevenuesharingbykeepingasecondsetofbooks.Snyderisexpectedtopay45 million in revenue sharing by keeping a 'second set of books.' Snyder is expected to pay 60 million to the NFL as a resolution of the findings. The report also stated that the evidence was insufficient to demonstrate Snyder's personal involvement in certain issues.

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Northeast farmers face devastation after floods destroy crops

Severe floods in several Northeast states have caused significant damage to crops and agricultural operations. Storms dumped an unprecedented amount of rain, exceeding the rainfall from Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. Farmers are facing losses of crops and animals, as well as challenges with transportation and processing. The flooding is considered to be a result of climate change, with atmospheric scientists warning that the situation will worsen with further warming. Efforts are underway to assess the extent of the damage and provide assistance to affected farmers.

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Grassley Releases Unverified Claim about Biden Family and Ukrainian Oligarch

Sen. Chuck Grassley released a confidential FBI informant's unverified claim that the Biden family was paid $10 million by a Ukrainian oligarch. Grassley defended his move as an act of transparency, while Democrats criticized him for selectively highlighting uncorroborated information. The FBI expressed concerns about the release, stating that it could risk the safety of a confidential source. The FD-1023 document cites an unnamed source who alleges that Joe and Hunter Biden received money from the Ukrainian energy firm Burisma. However, this claim has been debunked by various international leaders who criticized the former Ukrainian prosecutor investigating Burisma. Grassley, who has criticized the release of raw intelligence in the past, faced criticism for releasing this unverified report. The FBI clarified that FD-1023 forms do not reflect the conclusions of investigators and should not be taken as validation or credibility. The investigation into these claims was closed by the Justice Department in 2020. Grassley called on the Justice Department and FBI to show their work.

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US soldier who fled to North Korea still missing

US Army soldier Joseph King is still missing after sprinting across the border into North Korea. Efforts to gather information about his whereabouts have been hindered by North Korea's lack of response. The US government has expressed concern for King's safety, given North Korea's treatment of previous American detainees. Communication between the two countries has deteriorated under the Biden administration, and there is limited contact between them. Experts believe North Korea may be using the situation as leverage, and may seek direct contact with an American official. However, the Biden administration is unlikely to prioritize securing King's release as he fled while facing disciplinary action. North Korea may choose to release him if they perceive it to be in their best interest.

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Fatal shooting in St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Authorities are on high alert in St. Vincent and the Grenadines after a mass shooting in the capital, Kingstown. A group of people in the Harbour Club area were targeted by occupants of a vehicle, resulting in five fatalities, including a 13-year-old boy. Police suspect an assault weapon was used and have received intel about possible reprisals. Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice. The United States has appointed a coordinator for Caribbean firearms prosecutions in response to concerns about gun trafficking in the region.

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