Three U.S. tourists were stabbed in Puerto Rico's renowned seaside community of La Perla after being warned not to take pictures. The incident follows a similar attack two years ago when a tourist was killed and set on fire after being warned not to take pictures while buying drugs. The Puerto Rican police are currently investigating the incident and are warning tourists to be aware of their surroundings and to avoid taking pictures of people or places that may be considered off-limits.
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AMC Entertainment, the largest movie theater chain in the United States, is introducing a new ticket pricing system based on seat location. Customers will be able to pay less or more for a movie ticket based on their seat selection, with the lowest price point being the front row of the theater and the highest-end tier being in the middle of the theater. Other theater chains are likely to follow suit in the near future.
Two people have been arrested and charged with conspiracy to damage energy facilities in connection with an alleged plot to attack the power grid in Baltimore, Maryland. Brandon Clint Russell, a neo-Nazi leader, and Sarah Beth Clendaniel were charged with conspiracy to damage energy facilities and allegedly planned to "completely destroy" the city. The FBI is continuing to investigate the case and is warning the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Kim Petras and Sam Smith made history at the Grammy Awards Sunday night, becoming the first out nonbinary and trans woman to win the award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their song “Unholy.” Petras thanked the “incredible transgender legends” before her, while Smith graciously allowed Petras to accept the award, recognizing her history-making moment. Petras’s win is a testament to the progress the LGBTQ community has made in recent years, and a reminder of the importance of recognizing and celebrating the accomplishments of trans and nonbinary artists.
On Monday morning, residents of the Buffalo area were shaken awake by a 3.8-magnitude earthquake, the strongest recorded in the area in 40 years. Seismologist Yaareb Altaweel said the quake lasted a few seconds and sent residents into a panic. The U.S. Geological Survey is continuing to monitor the area for any further seismic activity and residents are urged to take precautions in case of any aftershocks.
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6 caused severe damage to Gaziantep Castle, a 2,000-year-old historic site and tourist attraction in southeastern Turkey. Images show parts of the castle crumbling, with iron railings scattered on the surrounding sidewalks and the retaining wall next to the castle collapsing. The earthquake has killed more than 2,000 people in the region, and the Turkish government is currently assessing the damage and working to restore the castle.
Dell Technologies has announced plans to lay off 5% of its workforce due to the uncertain economic climate, following similar cost-cutting measures taken by other large tech companies. The announcement comes as the tech industry has been hit hard by the economic downturn, with interest rate hikes contributing to the financial woes of many companies. Despite the job cuts, Dell has reported several strong quarters due to the steps taken to stay ahead of the downturn impacts.
American Media Inc. has sold the National Enquirer, a 97-year-old tabloid known for its wacky headlines and controversial stories, to a brand acquisition company, VVIP Ventures. The magazine publisher a360 agreed to sell the National Enquirer and another tabloid, the Globe, to VVIP in an all-cash deal. The National Enquirer has been involved in several scandals, including stories about former President Donald Trump and Amazon Chairman Jeff Bezos, and its former CEO David Pecker had been looking to sell the tabloid since at least 2019.