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Corie Walsh, 40, is charged with the first-degree murder of her 2-year-old son in Illinois. The case has attracted attention because Walsh reportedly followed the Lindsay Clancy child murder trial and hired attorney Andrea Lyon, known for defending Casey Anthony.
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Corie Walsh is accused of killing her son, Barrett, by hanging him in their Frankfort, Illinois home.
Barrett died from asphyxia caused by ligature compression of the neck on September 1.
A neighbor found the child, removed the ligature, and performed CPR while calling 911.
Walsh was found with self-inflicted injuries and taken to a hospital before being jailed.
Walsh’s defense lawyer is Andrea Lyon, who has experience in high-profile child murder cases.
Walsh reportedly talked about the Lindsay Clancy trial shortly before the incident.
Lindsay Clancy’s trial ended in a mistrial; her case involved questions about mental illness and criminal responsibility.
Walsh’s lawyer says Walsh was having a psychotic episode when the incident occurred.
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Apple will hold its annual fall event on September 9, 2024, to introduce its first foldable iPhone and the leadership debut of new CEO John Ternus. The event will also showcase new versions of the iPhone 18, AirPods, and Apple Watch, with an emphasis on improvements in artificial intelligence features like Siri.
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The event is called "Surprise and Shine" and will take place at Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino, California.
John Ternus became Apple’s CEO on September 1, 2024, succeeding Tim Cook.
Apple plans to unveil its first foldable phone, possibly named the iPhone Ultra, with a screen that folds to offer a larger display.
Foldable phones are more popular in Asia but are expected to grow in the US market, with Apple’s entry boosting foldable device sales by 13% this year.
The foldable iPhone could cost around $2,000, much higher than the current top iPhone price of about $1,200.
Apple faces slowing iPhone sales because many Americans already own iPhones, and some people find upgrades less affordable due to higher living costs.
Analysts expect Apple to improve its AI capabilities, especially in Siri, to compete with rivals like Alphabet (Google).
The smartphone market is shrinking due to chip shortages and higher prices, but foldable phones are one of the few segments expected to grow.
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Doctors in Kenya have threatened to join a nurses’ strike that is now six weeks long because hospitals have too much work. The nurses are demanding the government officially enforce a pay and work agreement signed in 2017, but the government says it cannot afford to pay due to budget problems.
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Nurses in Kenya have been on strike for six weeks, demanding a 2017 agreement be put into action.
The 2017 agreement included higher pay and better work conditions but is not yet implemented due to government budget limits.
Kenyan doctors say they are overwhelmed by extra work from the nurses’ strike and cannot do nursing tasks.
Doctors warn they will strike too if the government does not fix the situation within seven days.
The Council of Governors, which represents county governments, was meeting to discuss pay on the day of the protests.
Kenyan courts have declared the nurses’ strike illegal and some counties have threatened action against striking nurses.
Nurses say they are owed nine years of unpaid allowances related to uniforms and nursing services.
The chair of the Council of Governors asked nurses to stop striking and allow time for talks with the government.
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Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice André Mendonca removed the country’s federal police chief Andrei Rodrigues and an intelligence chief due to alleged illegal reports about the court’s activities. This decision has caused more conflict inside the Supreme Court and draws President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government into political tensions before the upcoming national elections.
Key Facts
Justice André Mendonca, appointed by former President Bolsonaro, ordered the removal of federal police Director-General Andrei Rodrigues and intelligence director Leandro Almada.
The officials were accused of producing six illegal reports about the Supreme Court’s actions.
Mendonca is leading investigations related to a bank collapse and alleged fraud in Brazil’s pension system, involving politicians from both the opposition and Lula’s family.
President Lula is seeking reelection in October and faces Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Bolsonaro.
The federal police’s acting director said Rodrigues has the force’s full support despite Mendonca’s ruling.
Eleven federal police directors offered to resign in protest, claiming the accusations damage the police’s reputation and history.
Mendonca’s move adds to ongoing tensions with fellow Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who sentenced former President Bolsonaro to prison last year.
Documents showed the arrest-related Banco Master owner had legal contact with Justice de Moraes, complicating court relations.
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President Joe Biden said the radiation treatment he got for prostate cancer worked well. He spoke about this during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and shared his personal experience.
Key Facts
President Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
He received radiation treatment for it.
He said the treatment worked as planned.
Biden spoke about this during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September.
He shared a statement on the social media platform X.
His announcement aimed to raise awareness about prostate cancer.
The news office revealed his diagnosis earlier in May 2025.
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Police forces in Kent and Hampshire were surprised by large far-right protests against immigration that took place over a weekend. The government has instructed police to improve intelligence gathering after failures to properly assess early warnings about the protests.
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Hundreds of masked far-right protesters gathered in Kent on Saturday and Portsmouth on Sunday.
Kent police received warnings about possible protests but did not fully assess them.
Protesters appeared well-organized, using walkie-talkies and legal knowledge to avoid arrest.
Police described the gatherings as mostly peaceful in Dover, but there were clashes in Hampshire.
The protests were coordinated on private social media groups, not publicly announced.
The government discussed the events with police chiefs and wants better readiness for future protests.
Far-right activist Daniel Thomas, linked to Tommy Robinson, is believed to have organized the Kent protest.
Lifeboat crews rescuing asylum seekers faced threats from right-wing protesters and were refused access to some ports.
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Major chipmakers Samsung, TSMC, and Intel are adopting ASML’s newest $400 million high-numerical-aperture (high NA) EUV lithography machines. These machines use advanced laser technology to create smaller, more powerful computer chips, and chipmakers are also updating the stencil size from 6-inch to 12-inch photomasks to boost production by 40%.
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Samsung plans to start using ASML’s high NA EUV machines for memory chips by 2028.
TSMC aims to use this technology for advanced chips from 2030 for clients like AMD, Apple, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm.
Intel began using high NA EUV machines for its Panther Lake mobile processors starting July 2026.
ASML machines use extreme ultraviolet light to etch tiny patterns onto silicon wafers, forming computer chips.
High NA EUV machines have better mirrors and optics to focus laser light more precisely on wafers.
Samsung, TSMC, Intel, and ASML are switching from 6-inch to 12-inch photomasks to produce chips more efficiently.
SK Hynix is considering joining the group working on the photomask change and may start using high NA EUV technology by 2028.
The US and Dutch governments restrict ASML sales of the newest EUV machines to China due to tech competition concerns.
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Putting $10,000 into a 6-month certificate of deposit (CD) account now can earn about $200 in interest, depending on the exact rate. Current CD rates are higher than earlier this year but lower than some months in 2025, so locking in a good rate soon might be a smart move.
Key Facts
A traditional savings account has a very low interest rate of about 0.38% right now.
Inflation is over 3%, so keeping money in low-rate accounts means losing buying power.
Top 6-month CD interest rates currently range from about 4.00% to 4.20%.
At these rates, a $10,000 CD can earn between $198 and $208 after 6 months.
Withdrawing money from a CD early often causes penalties that can cancel out earned interest.
CD rates change with the market and may go up or down; they are higher now than earlier in 2024 but lower than in some parts of 2025.
Online banks often offer better CD rates than traditional banks with branches.
A 6-month CD offers a fixed rate and protects the main money put in the account for that period.
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Canada, France, and the United Kingdom have decided to stop importing goods from Israeli settlements. They said this decision is important to support the idea of creating two countries, Israel and Palestine, living peacefully side by side.
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Canada, France, and the UK announced a ban on products made in Israeli settlements.
Israeli settlements are communities built in areas claimed by Palestinians.
The ban aims to encourage progress toward a two-state solution.
One year ago, these countries officially recognized the State of Palestine.
The ban applies only to settlements, not to Israel within its original borders.
The countries described this as a “turning point” in peace efforts.
The two-state solution means having Israel and Palestine as separate, independent countries.
The announcement was made in a joint statement by the three governments.
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Tim Montgomerie, a political commentator who left the Conservative Party to join Reform UK, has resigned from Reform after being suspended for criticizing party leaders. He urges Nigel Farage, Reform’s leader, to take stronger control of the party and keep far-right influences out.
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Tim Montgomerie joined Reform UK after leaving the Conservative Party 18 months ago.
He was suspended from Reform last month after publicly criticizing senior party members.
Montgomerie resigned following a discussion with Reform’s chair, feeling pressured to accept the party’s terms.
He continues to support Reform but wants it to distance itself from far-right groups like Germany’s AfD party.
Nigel Farage is the leader of Reform UK, and Montgomerie calls on him to enforce better discipline.
Reform UK has not yet replaced the Conservative Party as the main right-wing party, leading to political challenges.
Montgomerie has a background as a Conservative adviser and political commentator.
Reform UK thanked Montgomerie and wished him well after his resignation.
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An Amazon Prime Air cargo plane crashed near Miami, killing five people. The plane was operated by 21 Air, a company with past employee complaints about safety problems and ignored safety reports.
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The crashed plane was an Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767 cargo aircraft.
21 Air, the operator, is owned by Houston Astros owner Jim Crane through a company in North Carolina.
Former employees claimed the company ignored safety rules and punished workers who raised concerns.
Pilots reported being pressured to fly without enough rest and flying planes with mechanical issues.
Safety reports were often suppressed or not properly filed, according to former chief pilot Bruce Joseph’s testimony.
The company’s former CEO, Mike Mendez, denied retaliation and said safety procedures were followed.
A federal legal tribunal is ongoing to examine some of the safety and retaliation claims.
One pilot described a dangerous flight event in 2022 where a plane accelerated sharply and no formal review was done afterward.
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A wildfire in Antalya, Turkey, forced hundreds of people to leave their homes and injured at least two people. Firefighters used planes, helicopters, and trucks to control the fire, which spread quickly due to strong winds.
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The fire started Monday evening in the Aksu district and spread to the Kepez district in Antalya.
Two people were hospitalized with leg injuries, and six others were treated for smoke exposure.
At least 254 homes were evacuated in the affected areas.
A highway between Antalya and Isparta was temporarily closed because of the fire.
Over 100 dogs were evacuated from an animal shelter and given medical care for smoke effects.
More than 2,000 homes lost power during the wildfire.
Firefighters used 5 aircraft, 10 helicopters, 110 fire trucks, and 600 personnel to fight the fire.
There were also wildfires being fought in the nearby provinces of Adana and Mersin.
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A 22-year-old man named Malone Lam pleaded guilty to organizing a plan that stole over $240 million in bitcoin from a Washington, D.C., resident. Lam and his group tricked the victim using fake Google and crypto exchange identities, then spent the stolen money on luxury cars, mansions, and nightclubs before Lam was arrested.
Key Facts
Malone Lam is 22 years old and came from Singapore to the U.S.
Lam pleaded guilty to federal racketeering conspiracy related to a major bitcoin theft.
The theft took place in 2024 and involved stealing more than 4,100 bitcoin valued at over $245 million.
Lam and others used “social engineering” by pretending to be Google and Gemini crypto representatives.
The stolen bitcoin was converted into cash that funded a lavish lifestyle, including sports cars, mansions, and nightclub spending.
Among Lam’s purchases were a $2 million watch and more than 30 luxury cars like Porsches, Lamborghinis, and Ferraris.
Lam is one of 18 charged defendants and the 11th to plead guilty in this case.
He faces up to 20 years in prison and awaits sentencing in Washington.
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The new movie "Godzilla Minus Zero" is a sequel to the 2023 film "Godzilla Minus One." It will feature the monster Godzilla and introduce the three-headed King Ghidorah, with the story set two years after the previous film's events in Japan. The film will premiere in Japan on November 3, 2026, and in North America on November 6.
Key Facts
"Godzilla Minus One" (2023) was directed by Takashi Yamazaki and won an Oscar for best visual effects.
The new film "Godzilla Minus Zero" continues the story two years after the first movie’s disaster in Japan.
The sequel teaser shows Godzilla and hints at the appearance of King Ghidorah, a famous three-headed monster.
Most of the original cast, including Ryunosuke Kamiki and Minami Hamabe, are returning for the sequel.
The story involves Japan struggling to recover from past destruction when a new threat emerges.
The film will be released in Japan on November 3, 2026, and in North America on November 6, 2026.
"Godzilla Minus Zero" will also have a world premiere at the New York Film Festival before its official release.
Legendary Pictures is planning another Monsterverse film, "Godzilla x Kong: Supernova," for release in 2027.
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President Joe Biden shared an update on his prostate cancer with positive news about his radiation treatment. He encouraged men, especially Black men and those with family history, to talk to their doctors early about screening because early detection greatly improves survival rates.
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President Biden was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer in May 2025 after urinary symptoms led to testing.
The cancer had spread to his bones when found but is hormone-sensitive and treatable.
Radiation treatment completed in fall 2025 worked as planned.
Biden urged men at average risk to talk about prostate cancer screening starting at age 50.
Black men should start these conversations earlier, around age 45, due to higher risk.
Men with close family members who had prostate cancer should begin screening discussions from age 45 or sooner.
Prostate cancer survival is nearly 100% when caught early.
Biden thanked medical staff and supporters, and said he continues working on personal projects like his memoir.
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Kent Police knew about a possible protest in Dover a day before it happened but did not fully check the information. A large protest blocked the Port of Dover for several hours, and Kent Police are now reviewing what happened to improve their response in the future.
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Kent Police received non-emergency information about a protest on Friday night before the Saturday event.
The protest involved a large group wearing black and balaclavas, blocking the Port of Dover for hours.
Protesters chanted slogans like "stop the boats."
Police said the protest was lawful and no arrests were made during the event.
A review found the early information was not fully assessed, which may have affected police planning.
Kent Police asked the College of Policing to independently examine their handling of the information and response.
The police and crime commissioner wants lessons learned and will hold police leadership responsible.
Another related protest in Portsmouth caused injuries and damage a day later.
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A home equity loan lets homeowners borrow money using their house as security, usually at lower interest rates than credit cards or personal loans. For a $200,000 loan opened in September, monthly payments range from about $1,927 to $2,441 depending on the repayment period and current interest rates.
Key Facts
Home equity loans use your home as collateral, which lowers interest rates but risks foreclosure if you do not repay.
The average home equity loan interest rate as of September 8, 2026, is 8.14%.
Monthly payments for a $200,000 loan at 8.14% interest: approximately $2,441 for 10 years or $1,927 for 15 years.
Payments were slightly higher in previous months when rates were above 8.2%.
Borrowers can shop around online to compare home equity loan offers rather than sticking with their current mortgage provider.
Better credit scores help secure lower interest rates and smaller monthly payments.
Locking in a loan now might be beneficial before rates rise, with refinancing an option later.
Home equity loans are useful for large expenses like home repairs, tuition, or paying off credit card debt.
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The article discusses a viewpoint that opposes what it calls "health fascism" and praises qualities like fatness and ugliness. It says Americans value self-improvement and beauty as positive and moral goals.
Key Facts
The article contrasts socialist ideas with American values.
It claims socialists celebrate fatness and ugliness.
It criticizes something called "health fascism," which likely means strict health or body standards.
It states Americans seek self-improvement and want to extend human life or capabilities.
The article says Americans praise and promote beauty because they believe it is a good thing.
The tone supports the idea of improving oneself rather than accepting decline.
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Meta allowed ads on Facebook and Instagram that showed AI-created child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including images of real children altered into harmful videos. An investigation found hundreds of these ads, many promoting AI apps made in China, were not quickly detected or removed by Meta despite earlier warnings.
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Meta hosted 332 ads containing AI-generated child sexual abuse material in 2024.
These ads included photos of real children, like a European royal and a 14-year-old Instagram influencer.
The AI was used to create fake videos showing illegal sexual acts with these children.
Most ads promoted Chinese-made AI apps or "nudify" apps that alter images digitally.
The ads violated federal child pornography laws because AI CSAM is treated the same legally as real CSAM.
Meta removed the ads only after being alerted but delayed some removals and inconsistently applied its policies.
Previous claims by Meta about new systems to better detect child exploitation were contradicted by the continued presence of these ads.
The investigation also found many ads showing explicit adult content likely without consent.
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A 3-year certificate of deposit (CD) account can offer a safe way to earn interest on $100,000 at current high rates. Depending on the interest rate, savers could earn between about $13,600 and $14,100 over three years without risking their principal.
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A CD account is a fixed-rate savings option where money is locked in for a set term.
Current 3-year CD rates range around 4.35% to 4.50%.
At these rates, $100,000 invested in a 3-year CD could earn between $13,626 and $14,117 in interest.
Interest earnings are guaranteed and not affected by stock market changes.
Early withdrawal from a CD often results in a penalty fee that can reduce earnings.
Long-term CDs lock in interest rates, providing stable returns over the term.
Online banks may offer better CD rates than traditional in-person banks.
Savers should carefully consider their ability to keep money locked for the full term to avoid penalties.
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