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Michael Cohen to Testify Before Manhattan Grand Jury in Investigation of Trump’s Hush Money Payments

Michael Cohen, former lawyer and fixer for Donald Trump, is scheduled to testify before a Manhattan grand jury on Monday, which is investigating hush-money payments made on the former president's behalf. Trump has also been invited to testify before the grand jury, though it is unclear if he will accept. Cohen's testimony could provide further insight into the hush-money payments and the former president's involvement.

Hamburg Shooting Leaves Several Dead and Wounded at Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall

A shooting occurred at a Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall in Hamburg, Germany on Thursday evening, leaving several people dead and wounded. Police assume there was one perpetrator and have found a lifeless person in a nearby community center. Several people were taken to hospitals and the incident is currently under investigation.

Retired Army Col. Paris Davis to Receive Medal of Honor for Heroism in Vietnam War

Retired Army Col. Paris Davis is set to receive the Medal of Honor for his service in the Vietnam War, nearly 60 years after the attack. During the 19-hour firefight, Davis was shot multiple times but continued to fight and protect his fellow soldiers. His story is a testament to the courage and strength of all who served in the Vietnam War.

First Lady Jill Biden Confirms President Joe Biden Will Run for a Second Term

U.S. First Lady Jill Biden gave one of the clearest indications yet that President Joe Biden will run for a second term during an exclusive interview with the Associated Press. Mrs. Biden, who is currently on a five-day trip to Africa, said that President Biden has been vocal about his intentions to seek reelection, and her comments further solidify that he is likely to run. During her trip, Mrs. Biden has been advocating for greater investment in education and gender equality in Africa.

Grand Jury Foreperson Emily Kohrs Reveals Details of Investigation into Donald Trump and His Allies

A special grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia has been investigating former President Donald Trump and his allies for their attempts to interfere in the 2020 election. Emily Kohrs, the grand jury's foreperson, has revealed that the jury recommended indictments of multiple people on a range of charges in its final report. Judge Robert McBurney has made sure not to include any names of people who could be indicted in the report, which is expected to be released in the coming weeks.

Kinder Morgan Resumes Operations After Fuel Pipeline Leak in California

Kinder Morgan, a Houston-based pipeline operator, has resumed operations at its California facility after a leak was discovered on Thursday. The source of the leak was isolated and no injuries or fire were reported. The company is working with local, state and federal agencies to investigate the cause of the leak and is also working with customers to ensure fuel supply needs are met.

FBI Conducts Consensual Search of Former Vice President Mike Pence’s Home in Connection to Capitol Riot Investigation

The FBI conducted a consensual search of former Vice President Mike Pence's Indiana home on Friday as part of a classified records probe. Local police were directing traffic in the area while the search was carried out, which followed the discovery of documents with classified markings by attorneys last month. The search is the latest indication that the investigation into the Trump administration's actions in the weeks leading up to the Capitol riot is expanding.

Funeral Held in Syria for Baby Born Under Rubble of Destroyed Home After Earthquake Devastates Region

A funeral was held in Syria on Tuesday for the family of a baby who was born under the rubble of her home after it was destroyed by a massive earthquake and aftershocks. The baby was the only survivor of her family, and was discovered crying while still tied to her mother by the umbilical cord. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, and the death toll is expected to rise.