The coronavirus pandemic has already claimed over half a million lives across the world, with case numbers continuing to rise. A new report by Oxfam now warns that the hunger crisis worsened by the pandemic could potentially kill more people each day than the infection itself. An estimated 12,000 people per day could die from…… MORE
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He flaunted private jets and luxury cars on Instagram. Feds used his posts to link him to alleged cyber crimes
Ramon Abbas openly flaunted a lavish lifestyle of private jets, designer clothes and luxury cars. To his 2.5 million Instagram followers, he went by Ray Hushpuppi, a man who boarded helicopters from his Dubai waterfront apartment and walked around carrying shopping bags from Gucci, Versace and Fendi. On social media, where he posted a video…… MORE
Former USA Gymnastics coach is arrested and faces charges of lewdness with a minor
A former gymnastics coach was arrested in Las Vegas and faces 14 counts of lewdness with a child under age 14, authorities said Terry Gray, 52, was a coach at a gym in the city from 2009 to 2015, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police said in a statement. Court records show that the alleged incidents…… MORE
At least 2 people dead and 2 injured in Washington shooting
At least two people are dead and two are injured in a shooting in Bellevue, Washington, Saturday night. Police responded to reports of shots fired and a possible stabbing around 7:30 p.m. When officers arrived, they found a dead man in the third-floor lobby of an apartment building and another man critically injured, according to…… MORE
This group is donating wedding gowns to health care workers on the front line of the coronavirus pandemic
A nonprofit organization is helping health care workers treating coronavirus patients have the wedding of their dreams by providing them with free wedding gowns. Brides Across America has been gifting wedding dresses and even weddings to members of the military and first responders for more than 10 years. But in May, the Massachusetts-based organization launched…… MORE
Katz’s Deli offers outdoor dining for first time in its 132-year history
Katz’s Delicatessen is giving its customers a breath of fresh air — literally. For the first time in its 132-year history, the deli, a New York City staple known for its pastrami sandwiches, is adding outdoor seating in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. New York is in Phase 3 of its reopening plan, which permits…… MORE
Two Texas police officers fatally shot while responding to a domestic disturbance
Two police officers in McAllen, Texas, were killed while answering a domestic disturbance call Saturday afternoon, according to the police chief. The officers were shot by a suspect as they approached the door of a home, McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez said during a press conference Saturday evening. “The officers never had a chance to…… MORE
Implosion levels the Palace of Auburn Hills, the Detroit Pistons’ former home
The Palace of Auburn Hills, site of some of the Detroit Pistons’ greatest moments, was demolished on Saturday to make way for a new development. The arena, which once held up to 23,000 people, had been gutted in preparation for the implosion. Crews used about 800 pounds of explosives to bring down the building’s roof…… MORE
Atlanta’s WNBA team supports Black Lives Matter after pushback from co-owner, a US senator
The players of the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream jointly signed a statement supporting the Black Lives Matter movement, which they assert is a “statement of humanity” rather than a political position. “We are strong and we are fearless,” the women wrote in the statement issued via their team’s Twitter account. “We offer a voice to the…… MORE
Goya CEO’s support for Trump leaves many Latinos feeling sting of betrayal
Mexican-American cookbook author and food blogger Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack has been recommending Goya Foods products with her recipes for a decade. After all, they’re available in nearly every supermarket. “It’s the most recognized Hispanic brand in the United States,” she said. Over the years, firms representing Goya approached her about a possible partnership, according to Marquez-Sharpnack,…… MORE
