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LAPD believe that actor Adea Shabani was murdered
US news This afternoon
During a press conference on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Police Department announced that they believe the remains of a body found in a shallow grave in Nevada County belong to Macedonian model and actor Adea Shabani. The police believe that Shabani's boyfriend, who shot himself last week, is involved in her death.
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Parkland survivor’s essay counters the idea that students should have been nicer to school shooter
Opinion This evening
In the wake of the deadly shooting at Stoneman Douglas High, some politicians and gun advocates have argued that the tragedy could have been avoided if Nikolas Cruz was accepted by his peers. An op-ed in The New York Times from one of Cruz's classmates, Isabelle Robinson, explains why that logic is unfair and dangerous.
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Lawyer who pleaded guilty in Mueller investigation asks for no jail time
US news 3 hours ago
In a filing, Dutch lawyer Alex van der Zwaan requested no jail time and said that his "world has collapsed as a result of his decision to lie to law enforcement." Van der Zwaan, who is accused of destroying emails and lying to federal investigators, claims that he lied in order to protect his career.
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Protesters temporarily block another Kings game in Sacramento
US news 2 hours ago
Protesters gathered outside the Kings game for the second time since the March 18 shooting death of Stephon Clark, an unarmed black man, at the hands of police. The arena's doors remained closed at tipoff and fans who had not been able to enter were offered a refund.
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Scientists may have discovered a new organ in humans: the interstitium
Health This afternoon
In a new study published in Scientific Reports, a team of New York-based researchers say they've identified a previously unknown organ in the human body. The interstitium, which are fluid-filled compartments found beneath the gut, lungs, blood vessels and muscles, could also help explain how cancer spreads.
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Sean Penn's new novel is getting dragged, especially his poem about the 'Me Too' movement
Celebrity 5 hours ago
If the reviews of Penn's Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff could be summed up in an emoji face, it'd probably be the cringe-y one: 😬. (And that may be overly generous.)
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A chef responds to vegan protesters by cutting up a deer leg in front of them
Canada news This afternoon
The co-owner of a Toronto restaurant responded to animal rights activists protesting outside of his restaurant by cutting up a leg of deer in front of them. The restaurant, Antler, is known for serving seasonal and wild foods that are native to Canada.
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The Texans' latest signing raises more Colin Kaepernick questions
NFL Earlier today
As Deshaun Watson recovers from a torn ACL in the offseason, Houston added Brandon Weeden as quarterback insurance. Given Weeden's age and past performance in the NFL, the fact that he has a job and Colin Kaepernick does not is hard for many fans to take.
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Steven Spielberg responds to Carl's Jr. naming a burger after him
Celebrity This afternoon
Fast food chain Carl's Jr. wanted to move forward with the "Spielburger," but the Ready Player One director had other plans.
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This elephant was seen smoking in the woods 🐘
Animals Earlier today
An Asian elephant in Nagarahole National Park, India, was filmed exhaling a large puff of smoke. Some scientists think she may have been ingesting wood charcoal which is thought to provide medicinal benefits to animals.
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Aly Raisman says banning leotards from gymnastics is 'victim-shaming'
Gymnastics Earlier today
The US gymnast is calling out critics who say wearing leotards can lead to sexual assault. "The problem is the many pedophiles out there & the adults who enable them," she tweeted.
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Roseanne Conner is a Trump supporter in the sitcom reboot
Television This afternoon
The ABC sitcom, which was a major hit in the late 80s and early 90s, returns to the air this week. But fans are divided over the news that the show's main character is a Trump supporter.
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White House announces it will end protected status for Liberians after 19 years
US news This afternoon
About 4,000 Liberians will be affected by the end of protections that allowed them to live and work in the United States. The largest Liberian population is based in Minnesota, where politicians like Amy Klobuchar and Erik Paulsen have pushed for an extension.
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NYC launches probe into women's club The Wing for alleged gender discrimination
US news 5 hours ago
According to Jezebel, the women-only coworking space is facing a human rights investigation into alleged gender discrimination. The move was met with confusion amid the #MeToo movement's renewed focus on sexual harassment in the workplace.
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Kim Jong-un meets with Chinese president during 'unofficial visit'
World news 3 hours ago
Chinese state media confirmed that the North Korean leader met President Xi Jinping during a four-day "unofficial visit" to China.
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The enormous budget for the Rams new stadium just doubled
Sports Earlier today
The complex, which will be home to the Rams, Chargers, 2028 Olympics and other events was originally set to cost between $2.5-$2.6 billion, but a new vote gives Rams owner Stan Kroenke nearly $5 billion to work with.
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Canadians rally in support of politician accused of racism
Politics 5 hours ago
Canadians offered their support for MP Celina Caesar-Chavannes after she was accused of racism in the media. Caesar-Chavannes is well known for speaking out against systemic and anti-black racism in Canadian society.
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Some people take issue with the American woman making millions selling Indian tea
Business Earlier today
The story of Brook Eddy, who founded an original tea (chai) brew called Bhakti Chai, after spending some time in India, is raising some eyebrows.
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Latest Infinity War trailer reveals new footage of the Avengers
Movies This morning
The new teaser features a closer look at Iron Man's suit, an adolescent Groot and more.
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David Bowie statue defaced hours after installation
Pop culture This morning
Earthly Messenger was unveiled in Aylesbury, United Kingdom, as a crowd-funded tribute to Bowie, who died in 2016. But around 48 hours after it was placed in the town, it was defaced by someone who felt the money could have gone elsewhere.
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