Jamaica's national women's soccer team, the Reggae Girlz, made history on Wednesday by advancing to the knockout round of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. The team's captain, Khadija "Bunny" Shaw, shared emotional words with Brazilian soccer legend Marta, and thanked the team for pushing forward despite being knocked down. The Reggae Girlz are the first Caribbean team to qualify for the Round of 16 in the Women's World Cup, and their success has been celebrated around the world.
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Mike Pence has taken direct aim at Donald Trump in the wake of his four-count federal indictment, defending himself for ignoring Trump's pleas and emphasizing the importance of upholding the Constitution and the rule of law. Pence was a key witness in the prosecution's case, and his statement serves as a reminder of the importance of putting the country first.
The governing district of Walt Disney World, now controlled by appointees of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has abolished diversity, equity and inclusion programs, as well as initiatives that awarded contracts based on goals of achieving racial or gender parity. The district's new administrator, Glenton Gilzean, expressed his disappointment with the decision, noting that such initiatives are important for creating a more equitable and inclusive environment. Critics argue that these programs are essential for promoting fairness and equality in the workplace.
The FDA has issued a warning about two batches of the contraceptive pill Tydemy, which may have reduced effectiveness due to decreased levels of ascorbic acid and high levels of a "known impurity." Consumers taking the pills are advised to continue but to also contact their health care provider for advice regarding an alternative contraceptive method. Lupin is asking consumers to return any unused pills from the recalled batches to their pharmacy.
Celebrities such as Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Meryl Streep, Oprah Winfrey, George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have come together to support union members on strike, donating over $15 million to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Emergency Financial Assistance Program. The donations will provide much-needed financial assistance to those affected, and the Foundation is grateful for the generous support of these A-list celebrities.
Negasi Zuberi, a 29-year-old man from Klamath Falls, Oregon, has been arrested and charged with federal crimes after kidnapping a woman in Seattle, Washington, and holding her captive in a makeshift cinderblock jail cell in his garage. The woman was able to escape and flag down help, and authorities are now looking for additional victims after linking Zuberi to sexual assaults in at least four other states. The FBI is asking anyone with information to contact the Portland Field Office.
After nearly 100 days of striking, Hollywood writers and producers have finally agreed to reopen negotiations. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have been in a stalemate since early May, when 11,500 film and TV writers began striking for more equitable wages and working conditions. Carol Lombardini, the studio negotiator, has requested a meeting for Friday to discuss the possibility of resuming negotiations, marking the first sign of movement in the dispute. The meeting does not guarantee a resolution, but it is a positive step forward in the process and hopefully will lead to a beneficial agreement for both sides.
U.S. Capitol Police locked down and evacuated the Russell Senate Office Building on Wednesday afternoon in response to a report of an active shooter. Videos posted to Twitter showed people evacuating the cluster of three Senate office buildings located on the north side of the Capitol complex. After a thorough search, no injuries and no shooter were located and the lockdown has since been lifted. Capitol Police are continuing to investigate the incident and are asking anyone with information to contact them.