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Lawrence Ukenye is a former breaking news intern at The Daily Beast and is currently a senior journalism and political science major at Temple University. He serves as Editor-in-Chief for The Temple News, Temple's independent, student-run newspaper and previously interned at Solitary Watch, an organization that reports on the use of solitary confinement in the United States. He's interested in politics and enjoys following beats surrounding urban development, voting rights, and climate policy. Send him tips at lawrence.ukenye@thedailybeast.com or tips@thedailybeast.com.
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Larry Elder’s Ex Alleges He Waved a Gun at Her While High
UNSETTLINGThe leading challenger to California Gov. Gavin Newsom has previously made sexist comments claiming that women know less about politics.

14-Year-Old Boy Charged With Shooting at SC High School
SCARYThe suspect was taken into custody by police on aggravated assault charges.

OnlyFans Is Moving Away From Hardcore Porn
CHANGING COURSEThe site announced plans to prohibit “sexually explicit content”—although users will still be allowed to post nude photos and videos.

‘Fedora Guy’ Jerry Messing on a Ventilator Battling COVID-19
HEARTBREAKINGMessing had received his first COVID-19 shot and was awaiting his second dose of the Pfizer vaccine when he contracted the virus.

Biden to Wipe Out Student Debt for 300K With Disabilities
RELIEFThe debt amounts to $5.8 billion.

Carer Who Claimed Boy Slipped in Poop Is Charged With Murder
MONSTERRobert Bethel eventually admitted that he banged the boy’s head agains the walls and floor, according to police.

Zuckerberg Won’t Say How Many Engaged With COVID-19 Disinfo
CAGEYJoe Biden said last month that social media platforms were “killing people” by not doing more to combat false information.

Biden Admin to Ban Pesticide Tied to Brain Damage in Kids
BLOCKEDThe decision comes after an April court order blocked the use of the chemical until it could be proven safe.

Dozens Unaccounted for as Tropical Storm Fred Drenches NC
SOAKEDHaywood County declared a state of emergency as severe flooding forced residents to seek shelter.

Top DeSantis Donor Invested in COVID Drug Guv Is Pushing
BIG ANTIBODY BUCKSThe CEO of hedge fund Citadel, which has nearly $16M in shares of Regeneron, has donated more than $10M to a PAC supporting the Florida governor.
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