FBI Director Kash Patel said federal authorities disrupted alleged planned attacks targeting a UFC event at the White House. At least five people were arrested, and officials said more details were expected in court filings.
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FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people were taken into custody after authorities disrupted an alleged plot targeting Sunday’s UFC America 250 event at the White House. CBS News reported the alleged plan involved explosive drones, snipers and an attempt to storm a White House gate.
Thousands of people from around the U.S. gathered in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday for the March for Israel rally in support of Israel, to free hostages, and to protest the increasing antisemitism in the U.S. since the Israel-Hamas war began last month. Attendees expressed their commitment to justice and their belief in the state of Israel, while remaining critical of the government's policies.
Rudolph Isley, founding member of the Isley Brothers, has passed away at the age of 84. The Isley Brothers achieved success with their hit song “Shout” and went on to have a number of other hits. Ronald Isley released a statement saying “there are no words to express my feelings” for his brother. Rudolph Isley will be remembered for his contributions to the Isley Brothers and his influence on the rhythm and blues genre.
Damar Hamlin, Buffalo Bills safety, made a triumphant return to the field on Saturday at Highmark Stadium after suffering cardiac arrest and needing to be resuscitated on the field during a game in January. Fans cheered as he raised his arms to urge them on through an open window on a snowy afternoon. The game marked a major milestone in Hamlin’s return to football and was a reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit.
Jerry Springer, a legendary talk-show host, passed away at the age of 79 on Thursday. Fellow talk-show host Maury Povich paid tribute to Springer, describing him as a "unique showman" and "ringmaster of a vulgar circus". Springer began his career as a political reporter and later served as mayor of Cincinnati before becoming a household name in 1991. He will be remembered as a unique showman who helped shape the landscape of television.
Safety Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills has been cleared to resume playing after suffering a cardiac arrest in December. General Manager Brandon Beane said Hamlin has been cleared by three specialists and is now attending the team's voluntary workout program. The Bills are confident that Hamlin is ready to return to the field and will be a key contributor to the team's defense this season.
A jury in Cincinnati has found former Ohio State House Speaker Larry Householder and former Ohio Republican Party Chair Matt Borges guilty of conspiracy to participate in a racketeering enterprise involving bribery and money laundering. This verdict is the result of a $60 million bribery scheme, the largest corruption case in Ohio's history, in which Householder and his associates received money in exchange for Householder's support of a $1 billion bailout. The verdict sends a strong message that illegal acts will not be tolerated in Ohio, and Householder and Borges will face sentencing at a later date with a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.