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NYU Students stage Anti-Israel protest by setting up tents outside Stern

22Apr

By Varun KumarNo Comments

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NYU Students stage Anti-Israel protest by setting up tents outside Stern

The city of New York has recently witnessed a new wave of student activism. Students from New York University (NYU) have joined numerous educational institutions across the globe in expressing their disapproval of Israel's actions in the Gaza Strip. The current wave of student protests began with the Columbia Students for Justice in Palestine organization's encampment protest at the Ivy League university on 116th Street. NYU students soon followed suit, setting up their camp outside NYU's Stern School of Business on a Monday morning. The NYU protesters voiced their disapproval of the Israeli campaign in Gaza. They were seen waving Palestinian flags and hanging signs that read "Honor the Martyrs of Palestine". "NYU must disclose its relationship with NYPD and remove their standing pr...

2 stabbed, one hit over head with bottle on party boat in Brooklyn

21Apr

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2 stabbed, one hit over head with bottle on party boat in Brooklyn

In an unfortunate incident, a party boat in Brooklyn became the scene of violence that resulted in serious injuries to multiple people. The Cornucopia Majesty, a yacht under the Manhattan Yacht Charters, witnessed a chaotic brawl that left two men critically wounded and another injured by a shattered bottle. The mishap occurred as the boat was docking at Pier 4 near the Brooklyn Army Terminal around 5 p.m. on April 20, 2024. Pier 4, a bustling spot located at the Brooklyn Army Terminal, transformed from a jovial party venue into a scenario of turmoil. The massive yacht, Cornucopia Majesty, docked here, witnessed a sudden eruption of violence amongst its passengers. The fight broke out suddenly, taking everyone by surprise. Several men and women were seen engaged in a violent alter...

Texas ‘Crazy Plane Lady’ sparks controversy with bikini photo

20Apr

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Texas ‘Crazy Plane Lady’ sparks controversy with bikini photo

Boldly voicing her controversial opinions, the infamous "crazy plane lady" of Texas has reinvented herself as a right-wing influencer, causing quite a stir on the internet. In the summer of 2023, Tiffany Gomas became an internet sensation overnight. Known as the "crazy plane lady" from Texas, she grabbed headlines for a dramatic meltdown onboard an American Airlines flight. The incident, which involved Gomas accusing another passenger of thieving her AirPods, was caught on camera and quickly went viral. Fast forward to the present day, and Gomas has managed to leverage her notoriety into a new career. She has metamorphosed from a disgruntled passenger into a right-wing influencer, utilizing social media platforms to voice her opinions and amass a significant following. The interne...

NYPD kills a knife-wielding man who was arguing with a woman on a Queens street corner

20Apr

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NYPD kills a knife-wielding man who was arguing with a woman on a Queens street corner

A shocking incident unfolded in the Queens borough of New York City, resulting in fatal consequences for an armed man. Following a heated dispute with a woman, the NYPD officers were forced to take action. In the early hours of Saturday, April 20, 2024, a dangerous altercation occurred between a man and a woman brandishing a knife at the intersection of 103rd Street and Roosevelt Avenue, Corona. NYPD officers patrolling the area intervened but their attempts to deescalate the situation proved futile. The male, whose identity remains undisclosed, openly defied the officers' repeated commands to disarm. The officers, in response, employed a Taser in an effort to neutralize him. However, the device failed to have the desired effect. As the situation escalated and the safety of the wo...

Pro-Palestinian Unrest Grows at Columbia University

19Apr

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Pro-Palestinian Unrest Grows at Columbia University

In the realm of academia, a wave of protest has surged, reaching a tipping point at Columbia University. Students, in an act of solidarity with Palestinians, staged a disruptive anti-Israel demonstration that resulted in a significant number of arrests, including that of a Congress member's daughter, further fueling the controversy. The New York Police Department was summoned to disperse a large tent encampment on Columbia University's Ivy League campus, leading to the arrest of numerous students. The demonstration was a part of a broader wave of pro-Palestinian activism sweeping across the nation's universities. Among those apprehended was Isra Hirsi, the 21-year-old daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar who was issued summonses for trespassing. Footage captured by local media showed NYPD off...

Legal Battle Begins Over Alleged ‘Fight Club’ Style Punishment in Indianapolis Classroom Incident

19Apr

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Legal Battle Begins Over Alleged ‘Fight Club’ Style Punishment in Indianapolis Classroom Incident

An alleged incident of a 'fight club-style' disciplinary action in a classroom has come to light, with a mother filing a lawsuit against George Washington Carver School and its teacher, Julious Johnican. The mother, who wishes to remain anonymous, has claimed that her son, a special needs student aged seven, was subjected to physical violence orchestrated by the teacher. In a disturbing turn of events, the mother alleges that the teacher permitted other students to engage in physical brawls in the classroom. The unnamed mother, whose son grapples with disabilities, including sensory sensitivities, an executive function disorder, and probable learning disabilities, first alerted the school of the 'fight club-style' discipline in his classroom at the start of the academic year. However...

Commencement of the Hush Money Trial Involving ex-President Donald Trump

18Apr

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Commencement of the Hush Money Trial Involving ex-President Donald Trump

The unprecedented trial concerning hush money allegations against former President Donald Trump has officially kicked off. This trial marks the first instance of a past American leader being put on trial, raising the stakes for Trump as he potentially faces a daunting legal battle amidst the ongoing race for the White House. The trial has made notable progress with the successful selection of a 12-person jury, a crucial step in getting the proceedings underway. This diverse jury consists of individuals from various professions, including software engineers, English teachers, investment bankers, and retired wealth managers. The legal predicament of Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee, is expected to be a significant factor in the upcoming Presidential race against Democratic inc...

FBI Detains Alaska Airlines Passenger For Harassment on Flight

15Apr

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FBI Detains Alaska Airlines Passenger For Harassment on Flight

On a recent Alaska Airlines expedition from San Diego to Seattle, a passenger identified as Desmond D. Bostick was apprehended by the FBI following multiple harassment reports. Bostick, 25, was found guilty of assault with the intent to commit a felony. A disturbing incident onboard an Alaska Airlines flight. A male passenger has been apprehended by the FBI following multiple instances of harassment targeted at a female co-passenger. Desmond D. Bostick, aged 25, admitted his guilt to the charge of attempting to commit a felony assault on April 11, as stated by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington in a news release. Bostick confessed to repeatedly violating the personal space of an unknown female passenger to "fulfill his perverse desires" on the Alaska...

4 Suspects Arrested, Bodies Discovered Linked to Vanishing of 2 Oklahoma Women

15Apr

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4 Suspects Arrested, Bodies Discovered Linked to Vanishing of 2 Oklahoma Women

The state of Oklahoma was recently rocked by news of the disappearance of two women, last seen together in a vehicle that was later found deserted by the highway in Texas County, Oklahoma. The situation took a grim turn when authorities announced the arrest of four individuals and the discovery of two bodies in connection to the case. Veronica Butler, aged 27, and Jilian Kelley, 39 years old, were last seen together on March 30, driving in a vehicle that was later found abandoned in Texas County, Oklahoma. The pair had journeyed from a nearby Kansas locality to fetch Butler's children. However, according to a missing person alert issued by the Texas County Sheriff's Department, they never reached their destination. After an intense investigation, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investig...

Chicago Official Under Fire for Celebrating Attack on Israel: ‘Free Palestine’

14Apr

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Chicago Official Under Fire for Celebrating Attack on Israel: ‘Free Palestine’

In an era where social media posts frequently make headlines, a recent tweet by a Chicago official has sparked widespread controversy and heated discussions. Rossana Rodriguez, a councilwoman representing Chicago's 33rd ward, has been widely criticized for a tweet seen as a celebration of a recent Iranian attack on Israel. Rodriguez's post, which read "Free Palestine", was sent out on a Sunday afternoon, only hours after reports surfaced of Iran's rocket attack on the Jewish state. The tweet instantly drew backlash, with many accusing Rodriguez of using a violent conflict to push her political agenda. In response to the tweet, the Israeli consulate in Chicago posted a strongly-worded statement: "We condemn in the strongest terms this Chicago Alderwoman's celebration of Iran's unprec...