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About 20 people injured after man sprays unknown substance near ATM in Tokyo mall

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crime1d ago

About 20 people injured after man sprays unknown substance near ATM in Tokyo mall

Theguardian.com and 7 more

Authorities described the event as an unidentified-substance spray inside the mall, with the ATM area singled out for the incident.
Video showed emergency responders and barricaded streets as medics carried stretchers from the Ginza mall, reflecting a major public-safety response.
Around 19 to 20 people were taken to hospital, with officials noting most remained conscious during initial evaluations.

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Rays’ Franco criminally responsible for sexual abuse of minor but will not be jailed

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crime22h ago

Rays’ Franco criminally responsible for sexual abuse of minor but will not be jailed

Theguardian.com and 4 more

Franco was declared criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor, but he will not serve a sentence due to a judicial pardon tied to his status as a material victim.
The court granted Wander Franco a judicial pardon because particular circumstances made him a material victim, though not a legal one, creating tension between responsibility and leniency.
Franco was arrested in January 2024 after being accused of a four-month relationship with a 14-year-old and transferring thousands of dollars to her mother to obtain consent.

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Prestigious hospital gave Epstein 24/7 access, house calls and other favors: report

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crime1h ago

Prestigious hospital gave Epstein 24/7 access, house calls and other favors: report

Rawstory.com

DOJ files show Mount Sinai arranged after-hours ER access and home visits for Jeffrey Epstein.
Dr. Jess Ting described Epstein as a VIP and pledged that "for Mr. Epstein anything is possible."
Funds linked to Epstein included more than $300,000 to Mount Sinai-affiliated groups.
Epstein’s connections allegedly helped a dental residency applicant and other opportunities.
Mount Sinai formed a committee to review its ties to Epstein, though leadership offered no public updates.
The reports describe donor influence and potential conflicts within hospital decision-making.
Mount Sinai acknowledged Epstein's actions were reprehensible but did not address specific questions.
Documents show Epstein's circle benefited from hospital ties at Mount Sinai.
Mount Sinai officials faced internal tensions over relationships with Epstein-related donors.
Epstein's donations included support for breast cancer programs and recovery spaces.

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Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes Alleged Burglars Arrested

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crime2h ago

Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes Alleged Burglars Arrested

Tmz.com

Three people were arrested in connection with burglaries targeting athletes like Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes.
Two suspects were detained in Argentina after a del Potro home break‑in helped identify a third member.
Authorities say the gang bypassed security and used tech like Wi-Fi jammers to steal valuables.
Authorities estimate the thefts totaled millions in valuables over several months.
The FBI warned about organized theft groups targeting athletes’ jewelry and memorabilia.
Case involves multiple sports figures beyond Kelce and Mahomes, including others cited in connections.
The suspects face charges related to transporting stolen goods and falsifying records.
The case stemmed from a cross-border investigation spanning the United States and South America.
Officials say the victims’ public schedules and social media activity increased risk of theft.
The investigation underscores ongoing privacy and security concerns for top athletes.

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Two Tampa police officers resign after investigation into allegations they slept with a 911 dispatcher on duty

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crime1h ago

Two Tampa police officers resign after investigation into allegations they slept with a 911 dispatcher on duty

Foxnews.com

Morales and Fagan resigned after an investigation found policy violations related to sexual activity with an on-duty 911 operator.
An investigation concluded the officers violated several police department policies by meeting the operator for sexual activity while on duty.
The operator involved in the allegations reportedly admitted meeting Morales for sexual activity and was central to the inquiry.
Morales allegedly exchanged messages suggesting sexual activity and sat in a different vehicle during the period of the investigation.
Fagan admitted to ‘having close personal contact’ with the same operator, though he disputed the sexual framing of the allegations.
The third officer accused was cleared and remains employed by the department.
The investigation summary was released after a public records request, detailing a complaint to the Professional Standards Bureau.
The事件 spurred remarks from the Tampa Bay area police union on the case.
The incident drew attention to professional boundaries and accountability within the department.

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Comey learns fate of bid to delay trial over ‘86 47’ seashell post at center of Trump threat case

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politics1h ago

Comey learns fate of bid to delay trial over ‘86 47’ seashell post at center of Trump threat case

Foxnews.com

The Comey trial on the seashell post has been delayed to October to allow defense motions on constitutional grounds.
Prosecutors say the post amounted to a threat, while Comey asserts it was protected speech and not intended as harm.
Judge Louise Flanagan granted the delay to give the defense time to challenge the legality of the post.
The case has become a focal point in the debate over whether political speech can cross into criminal threats.
Political figures criticized the move as possible weaponization of the justice system, while supporters argue law enforcement must act on threats.
The case centers on whether a social media post about seashells could be interpreted as a criminal threat.
The October trial date could shape legal arguments ahead of jury deliberations.
The Seashell post reference ties to a larger Trump-era political fight that has drawn national attention.
The judge’s decision follows defense motions filed earlier in May proposing constitutional challenges.
The case includes new federal enforcement efforts announced by the DOJ at the same event.

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Youth pitcher launches fastball at opposing dugout after alleged order from coach: 'Absolutely bush league'

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crime1h ago

Youth pitcher launches fastball at opposing dugout after alleged order from coach: 'Absolutely bush league'

Foxnews.com

A Nebraska 11U coach is accused of ordering a pitcher to throw at the opponent's dugout during a Memorial Day weekend USSSA tournament.
The Nebraska coach says a 70 mph fastball was thrown into the dugout, hitting a player during the game.
Magni claimed the pitcher was ejected, but theer was no immediate forfeit for the Oklahoma team, with an option to call the police offered.
Parents and officials are scrutinizing youth sports behavior after the incident went viral on social media.
The report notes the broader controversy surrounding coaching ethics in youth baseball amid Memorial Day weekend incidents.
The OutKick report quotes a Nebraska coach as offering perspectives on how players should respond to provocation.
The article references social media posts from a mother defending the opposing team’s conduct during the game.
The report attributes the incident to tensions in competitive youth baseball and calls for better oversight.
OutKick's coverage includes the coordination of additional sources and context around the event.
The incident involves an 11U travel baseball game at a Kansas City USSSA tournament in which a dugout was targeted.

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Man accused of killing partner and blowing up home denies having ‘short fuse’

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crime1h ago

Man accused of killing partner and blowing up home denies having ‘short fuse’

Metro.co.uk

Clifton George, 45, denies murder and admits manslaughter and arson in the Hackney case involving Annabel Rook's death.
Prosecutors say George grabbed Ms. Rook by the neck and stabbed her 22 times before a gas canister blast.
The trial details a troubled relationship with claims of abuse and disputes over racism and a fish named Clifton.
Annabel Rook was a human rights lawyer and co-founded MamaSuze, aiding refugees and migrant women.
George described growing up with abuse by his mother and said he faced childhood trauma during the testimony.
The court heard that the couple planned changes after Ms. Rook reportedly considered leaving the relationship.
George claimed he was insulted during a party and claimed the response was to push her away.
The case is being heard at Snaresbrook Crown Court in London, focusing on whether murder occurred.
Ms. Rook, 46, was connected with MamaSuze and lived in Hackney, north London.
The investigation notes a gas canister blast tied to the blaze at their home.

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The essential humanity of a fine senior judge | Letter

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crime1h ago

The essential humanity of a fine senior judge | Letter

Theguardian.com

A Guardian letter recalls an incident showing the judge's humanity after a Manchester dinner.
The master of the rolls declined drug offers and continued to his hotel calmly.
The anecdote is framed to illustrate the judge's essential humanity in public service.
The piece ties the anecdote to the judge's broader legacy and Alzheimer’s struggle.
The Guardian article is categorized under Letters and UK Supreme Court topics.
The author identifies the judge as Lord Clarke of Stone-cum-Ebony in the Masters of the Rolls era.
The encounter occurred while returning from a dinner and before reaching the hotel.
The source is a Guardian obituary and follow-up reflections on the judge’s life.
The piece is written by Jeremy Morgan KC and published May 26, 2026.
The article underscores both the human and professional dimensions of a senior judge.

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Conor McGregor Gifted Glove Worn During Mission To Kill Osama Bin Laden

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celebrities2h ago

Conor McGregor Gifted Glove Worn During Mission To Kill Osama Bin Laden

Tmz.com

Conor McGregor was gifted a glove worn during the Osama bin Laden raid by Rob O'Neill.
O'Neill described the raid and the glove exchange during a chat about McGregor's energy drink.
The event centers on a promotion for Conor McGregor's MAC Energy drink.
The exchange highlights a link between military history and celebrity culture.
The 2011 raid involved SEAL Team 6 operators entering Abbottabad, Pakistan.
The glove is described as a token of friendship between O'Neill and McGregor.
The report places the gifting within a broader media appearance and interview.
The piece notes the historical significance of bin Laden's capture and death.
The article frames the glove as a highly unusual memorabilia.
The content references public interest in the intersection of sports and military history.

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