Stories from United States

Lions Gate's Bohemian Rhapsody Musical earned $97 million during its opening weekend. This figure represents the second largest domestic debut of the year, trailing only the Super Mario Galaxy movie. Jafar Jackson stars in the title role as the nephew of Michael Jackson. Project Hail Mary ranked third in opening weekend performance. ABC's Chuck Sievertson followed in fourth place.

A Secret Service agent was hit during a shooting incident involving automatic weapons at a ballroom in New York. Witnesses reported hearing distinctive gunfire, causing attendees to take cover under tables. An armed individual carrying a rifle, a handgun, and knives was seen running through security checks toward the ballroom. The suspect exchanged shots with police officers during the incident. One Secret Service agent was reported following an incident during a speech by President Trump. No injuries were reported among the President or his cabinet members.

Gunshots were heard around 8:35 p.m. A White House official stated that Allen intended to target administration officials. The suspect's sister informed the Secret Service and Montgomery County police that Allen frequently made radical statements and referenced a specific plan.

The boards of the Lower Tule River and Pixley Irrigation Districts have appointed Alex Peltzer as General Manager. The appointment covers water district operations in Tulare County.

Gunshots occurred during a gala evening for White House correspondents on Saturday night. Attendees including dinner guests were forced to hide under tables during the incident. The ballroom was subsequently evacuated and a suspect was taken into custody. The event took place during a period when Donald Trump was holding a press conference. The incident has highlighted ongoing tensions regarding gun laws and political polarization in the United States. A shooter bypassed security at a correspondence dinner in Washington, according to reports from the Washington Post. The suspect sent a message detailing their plans immediately prior to the attack. The shooter was apprehended following the breach. A gunman opened fire after rushing a security checkpoint outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner ballroom.

An artificial intelligence bot named Luna is currently managing operations at Anden Labs, including the hiring of employees. The bot is operating under a three-year lease with the primary mission of generating a profit. Anden Labs co-founder Lukas Peterson reported that Luna is currently not turning a profit and has encountered operational issues. The bot's continued tenure depends on its ability to avoid bankruptcy within the lease term.

A new study indicates that Alzheimer's disease can cause the brain's immune cells to mistakenly target healthy nerve cells. This loss of smell may serve as an early indicator of the disease. The research findings suggest a link between olfactory changes and neurological degradation. No specific institution or lead researcher was named in the report. Scientists are investigating how this immune response contributes to brain damage. This mechanism involves the immune system attacking the brain's own neural structures. This diagnostic method utilizes brain scanning technology to monitor these cellular actions. The test provides a way to detect the progression of the disease through blood analysis. Researchers are focusing on how these immune responses lead to nerve damage.

Racing restarted at Talladega Superspeedway following a green flag. Alex Bowman was noted as a key factor in Hocevar's victory. Chris Buescher finished second and Alex Bowman finished third in the Xfinity race.

Canadian singer Justin Bieber performed at the Coachella festival following a four-year absence from major stages. The performance featured the singer sitting in front of a computer while broadcasting his own music videos, sometimes directly from YouTube. Critics have described the set as a minimalist or karaoke-style performance with little stage production. Some fans expressed disappointment with the show, while others defended the approach. The performance has drawn mixed reactions, with some media describing it as a giant karaoke session. While some fans expressed disappointment, others have defended the unconventional approach.

Supreme Court Justice John Roberts has issued a public appeal for an end to personal attacks directed at judges. The appeal also addressed similar threats made against journalists. Roberts expressed concern regarding the impact of such hostility on the democratic process. The statement comes amid ongoing national discussions regarding safety and civility in public discourse.