Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted founder of FTX and architect of a massive financial fraud, has officially requested a 'pardon after completion of sentence' from President Donald Trump, aiming to restore his civil liberties post-imprisonment.
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A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near western Cuba, causing buildings to shake across Havana and Florida, as far north as Orlando. Despite the widespread tremors, no injuries or damage have been reported, though it prompted building evacuations and temporary train suspensions in Miami.
A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, ruling it an unauthorized tax. This decision, which contradicts an earlier court ruling, is a win for states and medical professionals who argued the fee impeded hiring essential workers, though the administration plans to appeal.
Apple unveiled significant artificial intelligence advancements, including a 'much more capable' Siri assistant, at its developer conference. The company emphasized a privacy-focused, user-centric approach, integrating AI across devices for daily utility and using Google's Gemini AI model.
Israel and Iran exchanged strikes for the first time in two months, then signaled a de-escalation, though both warned of further retaliation. U.S. President Trump called for an immediate ceasefire amidst diplomatic efforts to save the truce. The conflict, which saw casualties in Lebanon and continued U.S. blockades, also revealed growing tensions between Trump and Netanyahu, while Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Israel.
Victor Wembanyama delivered a spectacular 32-point, 8-rebound, 6-assist, and 3-block performance, leading his team to a crucial 115-111 victory over the New York Knicks, despite facing a hostile crowd.
The original Catwoman, Julie Newmar, opens up at 90 from her verdant Brentwood garden, discussing her iconic career, raising her son with Down's syndrome, and her candid, often controversial, perspectives on men, Hollywood, and life's beauty.
