Stories from United States

Volunteers from Lowe's are completing a new men's shelter in Mount Clemens. The project, part of a Red Vest Day initiative, includes building beds, painting, and sprucing up the facility. The shelter will provide housing, meals, and support services for men without safe accommodations. This effort is part of a nationwide program to restore community spaces.

Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker has called for military action against Iran. Wicker requested that the Commander-in-Chief order military leaders to destroy Iran's conventional armed forces. He also called for the liquidation of any remaining elements of Iran's nuclear program. This follows reports that Iran's oil export earnings increased by 40% over the last month. The comments come amid rising calls for escalation from former Trump envoy Keith Kellogg.

Terry Kim, a 61-year-old pharmacy owner, was sentenced to over five years in prison for his role in a money laundering scheme. Kim co-owned several retail pharmacies located in Brooklyn and Queens. Federal prosecutors stated that he conspired to launder $24 million through these businesses. The sentencing occurred yesterday following the conclusion of legal proceedings.

Four men face criminal charges regarding the 1982 killing of Roxanne.

Louisiana State Police have identified four men facing criminal charges in the 1982 rape and murder of a 16-year-old girl. Investigators solved the decades-old case with the assistance of a podcast. The suspects are now facing formal criminal charges for the killing.

Harper Woods police are investigating a shooting attempt involving a black GMC truck on I-75 Northbound near the 10-mile marker in Monroe Township. A 60-year-old male driver was located and a handgun was recovered from the vehicle. The driver did not possess a valid concealed carry license for the weapon. The victim provided a detailed description of the vehicle, including an Alabama license plate number.

Real estate acquisitions in the United States can now be partially funded using cryptocurrency.

The Boston Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora and five of his coaches. In other baseball news, the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs 12-4. Cora's departure follows a series where the team won 17-1 against Baltimore. Tracy joins Craig Stamina as the third former Nationals player to serve as a first-time big league manager. Former National Chad Tracy is expected to take over managerial duties. The team's recent performance included a 17-1 loss at Camden Yards. Five members of the coaching staff were also dismissed as part of a major organizational shake-up. The transition follows a period where players expressed dissatisfaction. The announcement was made during a sports update on WTOP. The Boston Red Sox have fired their manager following a 5-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles.

Multiple scientists serving on an independent board for a United States basic science funding agency were terminated from their positions on Friday. An index indicates the decline in US academic freedom began in 2020, predating the current Trump administration. Catherine Kinselbach noted that her index shows a decline in academic freedom in the US beginning in 2020. The development follows previous state-level efforts to limit university freedoms regarding curriculum and accreditation. Catherine Kinselbar, leader of the European Collaboration, stated the firings align with findings from the Global Academic Freedom Index. Kinselbar suggested the administration is using its position to politicize science. Researchers have expressed rising concerns about the White House's approach to science funding. Keevan Stassen, a board member, stated this to news hours.

President Trump is attending the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner this morning. This marks the first time he has attended the event as President. He is expected to address the gathered journalists during the proceedings. The Marine Corps band is performing welcoming music for the event.