CBS News
Seven Jurors Seated In Trump Trial
Seven Manhattan residents, including a diverse mix of professions and backgrounds, were selected as jurors for Donald Trump's high-profile criminal trial, amid stringent selection processes.
Headlines
April 17, 2024
BBC
50,000 Russian Soldiers Confirmed Dead
The BBC reports that over 50,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine, with deaths increasing by nearly 25% in the second year due to intensified tactics, higher than Moscow's official figures.
SCOTUSblog
SCOTUS Appears Divided on Jan. 6
The Supreme Court was divided on the applicability of an obstruction charge for a former officer involved in the January 6 attack, discussing the potential overreach of the law in question.
Daily Trojan
USC Bars Valedictorian From Speaking
Asna Tabassum, the Class of 2024 valedictorian, was barred from her commencement speech due to antisemitism accusations, sparking a debate on free speech and campus safety.
Gallup
American Confidence in Military Dips
In 2023, U.S. confidence in the military fell to 81%, marking the first significant drop below another G7 nation (France), as part of a broader decline in American confidence in key national institutions.
NPR
NPR Suspends Veteran Editor
NPR suspended veteran editor Uri Berliner after he publicly criticized the network's news coverage approach, leading to internal reviews and intensified scrutiny from conservative critics.
USA Today
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Odds
The upcoming Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, shrouded in uncertainty, sees experts predicting a challenging bout for Paul against the veteran Tyson, amidst unclear rules and fight status.
The Wall Street Journal
What the Columbia President Will Say
"Antisemitism and calls for genocide have no place at a university. My priority has been the safety and security of our community, but that leaves plenty of room for robust disagreement and debate."
Study Finds
Eating Junk Food Can Lead to Memory Loss
Eating a junk food-rich diet during childhood may cause long-term and potentially irreversible memory impairments, similar to those seen in rodent studies at the University of SoCal.
Bloomberg
Zuckerberg Avoids Personal Liability
Mark Zuckerberg won a legal victory to avoid personal liability in numerous lawsuits alleging that Meta and other social media companies made their products addictively harmful to children.
Al Jazeera
Putin Urges Iran Restraint
Vladimir Putin urged restraint in a call with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, following Iran's missile and drone attack on Israel, stressing the need to avoid further escalation in the Middle East.
Tallahassee Democrat
Gov. & Sen. Bob Graham Passes
Bob Graham, a key Florida political figure and former governor and U.S. senator died at 87, leaving behind a legacy of connecting with constituents through unique public service methods.
KTLA 5
Newport Beach Local Shoots Intruder
Police confirmed a targeted home invasion in Newport Beach, where the homeowner shot one intruder and another died from a self-inflicted wound, with no injuries to the home's occupants.
Vox
Caitlin Clark To Earn Only $76,535
Caitlin Clark's starting WNBA salary of $76,535 starkly contrasts with the $10.5 million earned by an NBA first draft pick, highlighting the significant pay gap despite her NCAA success.
Tablet
Opinion: RFK Jr. Isn't a Spoiler
This author argues the independent is a legitimate presidential contender who wrestles with real questions and inspires hope in the face of well-organized and well-funded efforts to destroy him.
HuffPost
"Gross and Vulgar" Schneider Cut Short
Rob Schneider's comedy set at a GOP event was reportedly cut short, sparking apologies from organizers and a defiant response from Schneider dismissing the backlash as "woke bulls**t."
ABC News
IDF Soldiers Under a Microscope
The ethics and conduct of IDF soldiers are under intense scrutiny after social media posts showed them engaging in inappropriate behaviors, including destruction of property and mocking gestures.
The Cut
Nike's Olympic Track Uniform Criticized
Nike's high-cut bikini line unitard for the Paris Olympics faced criticism from female athletes for prioritizing sexualization over functionality, despite Nike offering a variety of alternative designs.
Daily Mail
Tesla Halts Cybertruck Deliveries
Tesla has halted all Cybertruck deliveries due to a potentially fatal flaw where the accelerator pedal can become stuck, affecting numerous vehicles and leading to recalls and repair delays.
NewsNation
CDC Warns of Counterfeit Botox
The CDC has issued a warning about harmful reactions to Botox injections in nine states, caused by treatments administered by unqualified individuals outside of traditional healthcare settings.
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