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Elon Musk and America’s Far Right Stoke Anger Over Murder of UK Teen

Elon Musk and America’s Far Right Stoke Anger Over Murder of UK Teen

Musk also shared a video from far-right British agitator Tommy Robinson calling on people to gather outside Southampton Central Police State on Tuesday night, echoing calls from Reform Party leader Nigel Farage for people to respond to the incident with “pure cold rage.” “I heard someone say this wasn’t about race; this is about race,” Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, told the crowd. Later, protesters were blocked from entering the street where Digwa lived with his family, the BBC reported. Stoking Tensions UK Home secretary Shabana Mahmood called the violence “completely unacceptable” and condemned those stoking tensions: “There can be no justification for hijacking this tragedy to stir up violence and disorder.” But far-right figures in America continued to push the antiwhite narrative. “You will be called racist for standing up for the West, or watch your boy bleed out on camera,” right-wing podcaster and conspiracy theorist Mike Cernovich posted on X. Matt Walsh, who earlier in the week called Nowak’s murder the “systemic hatred, oppression, and marginalization of white people,” shared footage …

Teen rider accused of stabbing 3 horses at Las Vegas race was ‘stalker,’ injured horse’s owner says

Teen rider accused of stabbing 3 horses at Las Vegas race was ‘stalker,’ injured horse’s owner says

One of the rodeo riders whose horses were stabbed over the weekend in a Las Vegas barn said Tuesday she came “face-to-face” with the teenager charged with attacking her mare and two other horses. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Arielle Phillips told NBC News she was in a stall with her horse, Detail, late Friday when the 17-year-old “came by twice to try and make conversation by asking me weird questions.” “She’s this stalker who has been following me on social media for a long time,” said Phillips, who was in Las Vegas to compete in a barrel racing event held by the National Barrel Horse Association. “She obsessed over Detail and obsessed over meeting me. And because she was also competing, I guess this was her chance to meet us.” Arielle Phillips rides her horse, Detail.Arielle Phillips via Facebook Phillips, 34, said she had never responded to any of the suspect’s messages and tried not to get into an extended conversation with her. “It …

Three horses stabbed at Las Vegas barrel race competition. Teen suspect may be tried as an adult

Three horses stabbed at Las Vegas barrel race competition. Teen suspect may be tried as an adult

A teenager competing in a barrel race in Las Vegas was arrested after police said she stabbed three horses during a weekend-long competition there. The horses are expected to survive, but police said the injuries prevented the animals from participating in a competition. Prosecutors on Tuesday said they would be looking to charge the teenager as an adult in light of the circumstances of the attack. “These allegations involve deliberate acts of extreme cruelty against defenseless animals and have had a significant impact on the victims, the owners, and the broader equestrian community,” Clark County Dist. Atty. Steve Wolfson said in a statement. “Nevada law allows certain juvenile offenders to be prosecuted as adults when warranted by the seriousness of the conduct. We believe this case meets that standard.” Las Vegas Metropolitan Police were called to the 9700 block of South Las Vegas Boulevard on Saturday after receiving reports that a horse had been injured. Several riders and horses were in Las Vegas over the weekend for the 2026 National Barrel Horse Assn. Professional’s Choice …

South Carolina Jury Finds Store Owner Not Guilty of Murder in Killing of Black Teen

South Carolina Jury Finds Store Owner Not Guilty of Murder in Killing of Black Teen

COLUMBIA, S.C (AP) — A South Carolina jury on Monday found a store owner not guilty of murder in the 2023 shooting of a Black 14-year-old. The jury returned the verdict for Chikei Rick Chow. Chow, 61, who is Asian, shot Cyrus Carmack-Belton in the back after chasing him from his convenience store in Columbia. He maintained he acted to defend his son. The killing sent waves of anguish and grief through the African American community in Richland County, where nearly half the population is Black. After the verdict was read, sobs and cries of distress could be heard coming from Carmack-Belton’s family seated in the gallery. Chow sat silently frozen before slowly bowing his head onto his interlocked hands. Defense lawyer Jack Swerling said they’re very pleased with the verdict but also feel for Carmack-Belton’s family. “My heart goes out to them, but 14-year-old kid should not be roaming the streets of Columbia or South Carolina with semiautomatic pistol loaded and ready to fire,” he said. Carmack-Belton’s family did not speak to reporters outside …

Teen titan Fonseca topples Ruud to make French Open quarter-finals

Teen titan Fonseca topples Ruud to make French Open quarter-finals

PARIS, May 31 : Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca continued his breakthrough French Open campaign by seeing off twice runner-up and 15th seed Casper Ruud 7-5 7-6(8) 5-7 6-2 on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals of a Grand Slam for the first time. The 19-year-old fought from two sets down to knock out Novak Djokovic in the third round and emerge as a genuine contender in a topsy-turvy tournament, and his latest victory highlighted his growing confidence and composure on the biggest stage in Paris. “It was tough, Casper plays good here, I mean he’s a very experienced guy and he knows how to play here in this amazing court,” Fonseca said in his on-court interview. “It was tough in the beginning but I played really well in the important moments in the first and second sets. I was very happy because of that. “I just try to be me on court, try to be happy, try to hit winners, try to hit good shots and bring entertainment.” Playing on Court Philippe Chatrier again, Fonseca …

Boy, 16, charged with murder after teen fatally stabbed in Hackney | UK | News

Boy, 16, charged with murder after teen fatally stabbed in Hackney | UK | News

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of a fellow teenager in Hackney, north east London. Brayan David Saldarriaga was fatally stabbed last Monday (May 25), with police called to reports of a large gathering, disorder and sightings of individuals in possession of machetes in Towpath Walk at 7.17pm. Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance to find Brayan in Poplar Close with stab wounds. Despite efforts from the emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The 16-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, was charged on Friday (May 29) with murder and possession of a bladed article. He is due to appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court today (May 30). Brayan’s next-of-kin continue to receive support from specialist officers. Anyone with information about the incident has been urged to call 101, quoting CAD 6692/25MAY. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. The Metropolitan Police said: “A teenager has been charged with the murder of Brayan David Saldarriaga in Hackney. “The …

Teen sensation Fonseca comes of age by taming Djokovic at French Open

Teen sensation Fonseca comes of age by taming Djokovic at French Open

PARIS, May 29 : Novak Djokovic’s latest bid to capture a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after a stunning third-round defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca in an entertaining epic at the French Open on Friday. Djokovic’s 4-6 4-6 6-3 7-5 7-5 defeat meant the 39-year-old Serb’s wait to surpass Margaret Court will go on in the twilight of a glorious career, as the draw in Paris opened up further a day after world number one Jannik Sinner’s shock exit. Victory in an epic clash lasting four hours and 53 minutes ensured that Fonseca became the first teenager to beat Djokovic at the Grand Slams, as he announced himself as another genuine contender to claim a maiden major crown. “I actually didn’t believe I could win the match, I just played and enjoyed being on the court. What an idol we have and what a pleasure it was to step onto the court against him, so I thank him. I’m very happy,” Fonseca said. “I was just trying to hit …

Blame the Covid pandemic for today’s ‘teen takeovers,’ experts say

Blame the Covid pandemic for today’s ‘teen takeovers,’ experts say

The mayhem over Memorial Day weekend in Chicago erupted without warning. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. On Sunday, hundreds of teenagers descended on a housing project on the West Side. Five Chicago officers trying to disperse the crowd sustained minor injuries when they were hit by a car. On Monday, hundreds more teenagers showed up at a beach on the South Side, and clashes erupted when police tried to get them to leave, resulting in 53 arrests and nine weapons’ being confiscated, WGN-TV reported. Both were examples of a phenomenon that has been sweeping the country for months, which frustrated law enforcement officials call teen takeovers. The Chicago incidents caught the attention of President Donald Trump, who used the outbreak of violence to launch a broadside on Truth Social against the mayor of Chicago and the governor of Illinois. “Teen takeover in Chicago. Five officers badly hurt. Mayor and Governor are terrible. Should call for help!” he wrote. But the takeovers are not just a …

When drug after drug failed, a teen hoped brain surgery could fix her daily seizures. Insurance denied it.

When drug after drug failed, a teen hoped brain surgery could fix her daily seizures. Insurance denied it.

Several weeks later, the insurer went one step further, announcing a change in policy to include deep brain stimulation for certain conditions in children and adolescents. “We are constantly reviewing our medical coverage policies to keep pace with the latest treatment standards and expert recommendations,” it said in a statement. “After reviewing new clinical information, we have updated our deep brain stimulation coverage policy to include pediatric and adolescent patients in the treatment of epilepsy, OCD and dystonia when all other clinical criteria are met.” The change is “great news,” said Cambrie’s doctor, Guerriero. “Changes like this are an important step in improving access to care,” Marupudi wrote in an email. “I’m encouraged to see growing recognition of deep brain stimulation as a treatment option for carefully selected children with severe, treatment-resistant epilepsy,” she wrote. “For some patients who have exhausted other therapies, DBS can make a meaningful difference in seizure burden and overall quality of life.” Cambrie’s surgery is scheduled for June, and she is looking forward to a future with hopefully fewer seizures. …