"The hit HBO series "Succession" has come to an end, leaving fans with a shocking twist. Series creator Jesse Armstrong revealed that he had been considering Tom Wambsgans (played by Matthew Macfadyen) as the eventual successor for quite some time, and in the finale episode, Shiv (Sarah Snook) helped install him as the new CEO of Waystar Royco. Armstrong believes that Tom's power comes from Matsson, and that even though he is not the most powerful monarch, his power is still formidable."
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On Sunday evening, a six-story apartment building in Davenport, Iowa partially collapsed, prompting a rescue effort by fire crews. Seven people were rescued and more than a dozen self-evacuated, while emergency crews searched the rubble for any unaccounted-for individuals. Fire crews were also working to contain a large natural gas leak and to make sure the building was structurally sound. No fatalities have been reported at this time.
A five-day manhunt for convicted murderer Bradley Gillespie ended Sunday when a body was found in the Ohio River near Henderson, Kentucky. An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday to confirm the identity of the body, which is believed to have been in the water for four to five days. Authorities believe the body is Gillespie's and have declared the case closed.
Iren Byers, a 20-year-old Arizona man, has been arrested in connection with a shooting spree that left four people dead and one injured. The Mesa Police Department responded to the murder of a 41-year-old man on Friday night and the shooting of a 36-year-old woman on Saturday morning. The woman is in stable condition and will undergo surgery for serious injuries. Byers is being held in the Maricopa County Jail and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.
Josef Newgarden won the 2021 Indianapolis 500, ending a streak of 11 unsuccessful attempts. After a review of the running order at the time the yellow flag waved, race control moved Newgarden to second and he slingshot around reigning race winner Marcus Ericsson on the restart. Newgarden's first win in the Indianapolis 500 was a momentous occasion for him and Team Penske, who had not won since 2017.
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Churchill Downs has experienced a tragic month with 12 horses suffering fatal injuries on the racetrack. The two most recent fatalities occurred on Saturday and Friday, with both horses euthanized due to “inoperable and unrecoverable” injuries. The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission is currently investigating the deaths and has implemented a number of safety measures, including the use of a synthetic track surface, to reduce the risk of injury. Churchill Downs has expressed their sorrow for the loss of the animals and their commitment to ensuring the safety of the horses and the sport.
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy have reached an agreement in principle to extend the debt ceiling and avert a catastrophic default, which includes stricter work requirements for safety net programs and a minor rollback of a key part of the Democrats' signature legislative accomplishment. The agreement is seen as a major victory for the Biden administration, protecting retirement accounts, saving millions of jobs, and preventing a potential economic recession. The legislative text of the bill will be prepared by Republicans and reviewed by the Biden administration before it is finalized.