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Chad Daybell sentenced to death for murdering first wife, stepchildren in ‘doomsday’ case

Posted June 3, 2024 by jacksparrow

Chad Daybell, convicted of murder, was sentenced to death in Idaho on Saturday, following his guilty verdict in the killings of his first wife and two stepchildren. The case was marked by unusual "doomsday" religious beliefs. Prosecutors pursued the death penalty due to the "especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel" nature…

Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight postponed due to Tyson’s ulcer flare-up

Posted June 1, 2024 by jacksparrow

The highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has hit a snag, as it has been postponed. Most Valuable Promotions, the organizing body, made the announcement on Friday, revealing that the bout originally slated for July 20 will be delayed. This decision comes after Tyson sought medical…

Joe Biden, Donald Trump campaigns clash over report accusing the former president of using the N-word

Posted May 31, 2024 by jacksparrow

As the jury deliberated in his New York hush money trial, former President Donald Trump found himself embroiled in a heated exchange with President Joe Biden's campaign over a report alleging his use of a racial slur against a Black contestant on "The Apprentice" two decades ago. Jasmine Harris, Black…

Jason Kelce defends wife Kylie after commenter calls her a bad ‘homemaker’

Posted May 29, 2024 by jacksparrow

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker stirred controversy with remarks made at a recent college graduation ceremony, prompting responses from his teammates Travis Kelce and his brother, former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce. On their popular "New Heights" podcast last week, the Kelce brothers addressed Butker's comments about Pride Month,…

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar pays tribute to Bill Walton in touching statement: ‘He was the best of us’

Posted May 28, 2024 by jacksparrow

Despite never being teammates, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton shared a profound bond deeply rooted in basketball. Their journey commenced at UCLA, where both towering centers played pivotal roles in the Bruins' basketball dynasty throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Subsequently, they rose to prominence as top NBA draft picks, leading…

Man charged for setting New York City subway passenger on fire

Posted May 27, 2024 by jacksparrow

Authorities in New York City have charged a man with assault and other offenses after he allegedly ignited a container of flammable liquid and hurled it at a subway passenger, as reported on Sunday. Nile Taylor, 49, was taken into custody on Saturday following an incident at a subway station…

Biden says US is doing ‘all we can’ to help Haiti without sending troops

Posted May 24, 2024 by jacksparrow

President Joe Biden addressed criticism that the U.S. was overly involved in addressing the Haitian gang crisis, emphasizing the need to support Haiti without appearing to dominate decisions regarding the neighboring island nation. Speaking alongside Kenya's president at a news conference, Biden acknowledged the volatility of the Caribbean Sea region…

Man wanted in Florida shooting found by police folded in dryer, ‘tumble-ready hideout’

Posted May 23, 2024 by jacksparrow

A 31-year-old man, sought in connection with a shooting incident in southwest Florida earlier this spring, was discovered in an unexpected hiding spot: "folded, not so neatly" inside a dryer, officials revealed. David Jerome Jackson had evaded authorities since the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office identified him as a suspect linked…

Jennifer Lopez spotted without Ben Affleck at her premiere: When divorce gossip won’t quit

Posted May 22, 2024 by jacksparrow

Social media erupted with speculation following Jennifer Lopez's solo appearance at the premiere of her upcoming film "Atlas," sans husband Ben Affleck. Despite donning her wedding ring, Lopez's red carpet moment fueled rumors, especially as Affleck was reportedly absent due to filming commitments for "The Accountant 2." Such details, however,…

Simone Biles calls out ‘disrespectful’ comments about husband Jonathan Owens, marriage

Posted May 21, 2024 by jacksparrow

Simone Biles is fed up with the criticism directed at her husband, Jonathan Owens. Following her decisive victory at the U.S. Classic on Saturday, Biles took to her Instagram story to address the ongoing scrutiny of her relationship. Owens had been present at the event, enthusiastically cheering her on in…