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#politics
Forbes: Trump’s World Liberty Financial Crypto Venture Raised $50 Million—Likely Sending Millions To His Family, SEC Filing Shows
President Donald Trump's decentralized finance venture, World Liberty Financial, raised $52.1 million through private sales of its crypto token, with significant proceeds likely benefiting Trump and his family. The Trump family controls about 40% of the company, which launched in September 2024.
The SEC filings reveal that while initial sales retained proceeds within the company, the latest round distributed $50.7 million to Trump and other founders. Critics, including Senator Jeff Merkley, have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the implications of a president profiting from a cryptocurrency venture.
#society
GB News: Inferno rips through London industrial estate as 150 firefighters rush to tackle blaze
Over 150 firefighters battled a large blaze at an industrial estate in Erith, southeast London, involving a warehouse and multiple vehicles. The fire, reported around 10:47 PM, is now under control, but the cause remains unknown. Residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.
London Fire Brigade has responded to 23 major wildfires this year, with the risk heightened by ongoing heatwaves and below-average rainfall. Officials urge the public to act responsibly to prevent fires, including avoiding disposable barbecues and properly discarding cigarettes.
Fox News: Parents face possible arrest, steep fines in military town's tough new approach to combat youth crime
Fayetteville, North Carolina, has enacted a citywide curfew for minors under 16, prohibiting them from public spaces between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. This decision follows nearly 2,000 incidents involving juvenile arrests over 16 months. Exceptions to the curfew include being with a guardian or attending supervised activities.
The ordinance aims to hold parents accountable for their children's actions, with potential fines for adults responsible for minors violating the curfew. Fayetteville's initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance youth safety, including expanded recreational programs and partnerships with local organizations.
Fox News: 'I Love Lucy' star Desi Arnaz beat alcoholism with help from his son: 'I don't want to die'
Desi Arnaz, known for his role in "I Love Lucy," struggled with alcoholism and personal demons throughout his life. His son, Desi Jr., offered support during Arnaz's battles with addiction, ultimately leading him to seek treatment in 1985.
Arnaz's tumultuous marriage to Lucille Ball was marked by infidelity and stress, culminating in their divorce in 1960. Despite his challenges, Arnaz's later years saw him confront his issues, but he was diagnosed with lung cancer shortly after achieving sobriety. He passed away in 1986.
Le Monde: Air India plane crash: Report says engine fuel supply was cut off, confusion in cockpit
A preliminary investigation into the Air India Boeing 787 crash near Ahmedabad revealed that both engines lost fuel supply just before impact, but did not assign blame. The crash, which occurred shortly after takeoff, resulted in 19 fatalities on the ground and one survivor among 230 passengers.
The report noted that the fuel switches for both engines moved to the "cutoff" position within seconds, raising questions about the pilots' actions. The flight lasted only 30 seconds, marking it as one of India's most severe air disasters.
#foreignaffairs
The Telegraph: A British soldier was found dead in a Ukrainian reservoir with his hands tied. Nobody will say why
In Kyiv's Independence Square, a memorial of flags honors fallen soldiers, including Jordan Chadwick, a British volunteer found dead in a reservoir in June 2023. His hands were tied, raising questions about whether he was killed by Russian forces or fellow Legionnaires.
Chadwick's death highlights the complexities and dangers faced by international volunteers in Ukraine's conflict. While many serve heroically, the Legion also attracts individuals with questionable motives, leading to a darker side of the experience that remains largely unspoken.
#culture
Fox News: Superman's 'all-American power disturbed' writer of New York Times guest essay
MIT professor Junot Diaz critiques Superman in a New York Times essay, expressing discomfort with the character's "overwhelming all-American power" and questioning his immigrant symbolism. Diaz, a Dominican Republic native, feels disconnected from Superman's patriotic identity.
As a new Superman film directed by James Gunn approaches, Diaz argues that the character's immigrant background does not resonate with him, highlighting contradictions in both Superman and American narratives. He believes the current sociopolitical climate makes Superman's return awkward.
#crime
Fox News: BROADCAST BIAS: Networks downplay violent attacks on ICE to push immigration agenda
Anonymous House Democrats express a desire for more extreme measures to draw attention to their anti-Trump stance, indicating a shift towards violence in political discourse. Meanwhile, recent violent incidents against law enforcement at ICE facilities have received minimal media coverage.
Ten individuals have been charged in a planned ambush on an ICE detention center in Texas, which included shooting at officers and vandalism. The media's framing of these events often emphasizes protester perspectives while downplaying the violence against law enforcement.