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Police Probe Possible Manifesto in Christian School Shooting
TRAGEDY
Published 12.17.24 4:50PM EST 
Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes speaks to the media about the shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School on December 16, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. A student and teacher were shot and killed and the alleged shooter, a 15-year-old female who police say was a student at the school, was found dead at the scene, according to published reports. Six others were injured with two in critical condition, the reports said.
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The motive for the deadly school shooting in Wisconsin involved a “combination of factors,” police said Tuesday. Natalie “Samantha” Rupnow, 15, opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School on Monday, killing two people and wounding six before taking her own life. Police Chief Shon Barnes said that finding Rupnow’s motive is now the top priority for investigators. He added that they are looking into her online activity, including a possible manifesto posted online. “We have been made aware of a manifesto, if you want to call it that, or some type of letter that’s been posted by someone who alleged to be her friend,” Barnes said. “We haven’t been able to locate that person yet, but that’s something we’re going to work on today.” Barnes said that police are looking into whether Rupnow’s parents owned the handgun she brought to school.

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Virginia Man Dies After Bear Falls on Him While Hunting
TRAGEDY
Published 12.17.24 6:16PM EST 
A bear cub lays on a tree branch as the inhabitants of the bear shelter at Karacabey district are fed with nearly half a ton of food a day before hibernation period when their metabolism slows down and their body temperature decreases in order to withstand the difficult winter conditions in Bursa, Turkiye on November 15, 2024.
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A Virginia man died in a bizarre hunting accident when the bear his partner shot careened out of a tree and fell onto his head, state officials announced this week. The hunting group was following the bear when it ran up the tree, the state’s Department of Wildlife Resources said in a statement. One hunter shot the bear while the group retreated away—causing it to fall off its perch and crush another hunter, Lester C Harvey. THe 58-year-old was at least 10 feet away from the tree when the incident occurred, the department said. A member of the group administered first aid on Harvey before he was transported to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries last Friday. The hunting excursion took place 70 miles south of Richmond. Harvey was a contractor, as well as a married father of five with eight grandchildren. His online obituary said he was a “friend to all” and an “avid outdoorsman.”

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Turn Your Home Into a Smoking Sanctuary With These Chic Cannabis Essentials
HIGH STANDARDS
Updated 12.13.24 5:04PM EST 
Published 12.13.24 4:54PM EST 
Hands holding a marijuana cigarette over a NWTN Home Flower Pot Ashtray
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Consuming cannabis as an adult feels very different than doing so as a fresh-faced 21-year-old—so why should your smoking habits make your space feel like a disheveled college dorm room? NWTN Home’s collection of chic smoking essentials offers a more elevated way to enjoy cannabis in the comfort of your home.

NWTN Home is a smokeware brand bringing craftsmanship to the cannabis industry by designing what they call “homeware for the high-minded.” Its weed-associated products are built to double as elegant and functional houseware items, helping you upgrade your home into a full smoking sanctuary. Plus, they make the perfect holiday gifts for your favorite creative cannabis connoisseur!

This hand-poured, marbled ashtray rests atop a sleek melamine rolling tray and includes a helpful brass tool that can assist in your rolling process, making it the perfect blend of form and function.

This standout stackable flower pot ashtray set is a surefire solution to keep your space clean—and your houseguests impressed.

Flower Pots Ashtray Set
Available in four colors

No cannabis collection is complete without something to smoke out of! These avant-garde gravity bongs are inspired by vintage housewares and designed to seamlessly blend into your barware and greenware set-ups.

Vesper Gravity Bong
Available in four colors

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Man Found Guilty for Murder of Cash App Founder Bob Lee
BLIND JUSTICE
Published 12.17.24 5:48PM EST 
Nima Momeni
Nima Momeni, seen here in May 2023, was found guilty of murder for the killing of Bob Lee. Pool/Getty Images

A California man was convicted on charges of second-degree murder for the 2023 stabbing of Bob Lee, one of the founders of mobile payment service Cash App, in a gruesome attack that shook the tony San Francisco neighborhood where it took place. A jury found Nima Momeni, a 40-year-old former tech consultant, guilty for second-degree murder, but did not convict him on first-degree murder charges—meaning they did not believe the stabbing was premeditated. “We think justice was done here today,” the victim’s brother Tim Oliver Lee told reporters after the verdict was handed down. “What matters today is that we had a guilty verdict and Nima Momeni is going away for a very long time.” Tuesday’s verdict came months after a long and complex trial began in October, where prosecutors and defense attorneys scrutinized Lee’s behavior and alleged drug use. Lee was reportedly romantically involved with Momeni’s sister, Khazar Momeni, and the dispute between the two men began after she kicked them out of her apartment after a night of partying. The tech founder had a cocktail of recreational drugs in his system when he died, and Momeni claimed a bad joke he told sparked the argument that lead to his death. At trial, lawyers for Momeni tried to argue that the stabbing was in self-defense after Lee became aggressive.

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Jamie Foxx’s Birthday Dinner Glass-Throwing Culprit Exposed
JACKA**
Published 12.17.24 12:28PM EST 
Jamie Foxx
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The culprit behind Jamie Foxx’s birthday dinner injury has been revealed, per TMZ. According to the site, a disagreement began when crew members from the Jack--- franchise pointed a laser image in the shape of a penis at Foxx’s table, as he dined with 50 guests to celebrate his big day, including his two daughters. Sources tell the site the prank may have been in retaliation for Foxx not accepting a drink or waving back at the 12 crew members, who’d tried to get his attention earlier in the night. Reportedly offended by the move because his teenage children were present, Foxx (with a few friends) went to address the matter with the Jack--- crew, who were dining in an area above Foxx’s table. The resulting confrontation led to one of the crew members throwing the glass, which hit him in the face, interrupting his birthday celebration with a trip to the hospital for stitches. None of the famous faces of Jack--- were present, TMZ reports, but the VIP room where they dined was rented by Dickhouse Productions, which is owned and operated by Johnny Knoxville, Jeff Tremaine, and Spike Jonze.

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Make Incredible Espresso Martinis on New Year’s Eve With This Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
ESPRESSO YOURSELF
Updated 12.13.24 7:42PM EST 
Published 12.13.24 7:39PM EST 
A table with four cocktails and a black bottle of Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur on it. Two of the drinks are being held by hands.
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2025 is quickly approaching, and there’s no better way to celebrate the new year than with 2024’s cocktail du jour—the espresso martini. It’s the perfect way to toast 2025 with sophistication, flavor, and an energy boost. Think you can’t make the buzzy beverage at home because you’re not a bartender? Think again. You can create this beloved cocktail effortlessly with just a cocktail shaker, fresh espresso, vodka, coffee beans, and Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur.

Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur

It all starts in the land Down Under—Australia. Mr Black sources its ingredients, including 100 percent specialty-grade Arabica coffee, from local farmers and cooperatives. The liqueur is then slowly brewed with purified cold water to preserve its delicate, complex flavors. The result? A bittersweet masterpiece with bold flavor, balanced sweetness, and a lasting coffee kick. Its rich, coffee-forward taste is a crowd-pleaser, and the sleek bottle design adds a touch of elegance to any bar cart. Making an espresso martini is simple. Combine Mr Black, vodka, and freshly brewed espresso in a shaker. Add ice and shake vigorously until cold. Then, strain the mixture into a martini glass and finish with three coffee beans as a garnish. Skip the champagne toast this year and ensure you stay awake for the countdown to 2025 with a Mr Black espresso martini.

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Luigi Mangione Indicted in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Slaying

IT'S OFFICIAL
Published 12.17.24 4:03PM EST 
Suspected shooter Luigi Mangione is led from the Blair County Courthouse after an extradition hearing December 10, 2024 in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.
Suspected shooter Luigi Mangione is led from the Blair County Courthouse after an extradition hearing December 10, 2024 in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. Jeff Swensen/Getty Images

Luigi Mangione, the suspected killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has been indicted on first and second-degree murder charges. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg announced the charges on Tuesday, which also include multiple counts related to the possession of a weapon. If convicted of second-degree murder, Mangione will face 15 years to life, while if he is convicted of first-degree murder, he will face 20 years to life. “We allege that Luigi Mangione carried out the brazen, targeted and fatal shooting of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson,” Bragg said in a statement. “This type of premeditated, targeted gun violence cannot and will not be tolerated, and my office has been working day in and day out to bring the defendant to justice.” A first-degree murder charge is rare under New York law because it requires a special set of circumstances, including when the victim is a judge, police officer or first responder, or when the killing is a murder-for-hire or done with an intent to commit terrorism, according to CNN. The 26-year-old will not fight his extradition to New York after being arrested in Pennsylvania on Dec. 9, his lawyer, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, told CNN. Mangione allegedly shot and killed Thompson in Manhattan on Dec. 4. Mangione will appear in Pennsylvania court on Thursday for an extradition hearing.

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MTG Threatens to Shoot Down Mystery Drones Herself
TRIGGER HAPPY
Updated 12.17.24 11:29AM EST 
Published 12.17.24 10:52AM EST 
Noted conspiracy theorist Marjorie Taylor Greene has suggested Hurricane Helene was an inside job.

Noted conspiracy theorist Marjorie Taylor Greene has suggested Hurricane Helene was an inside job.

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene offered a new solution to deal with the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey. “I’ll shoot the drones down myself along with every other red blooded freedom loving American,” Greene said on Truth Social Tuesday. “I’m going to tell you right now that if they try to tell us all to stay inside, stay home, shelter in place ‘FOR OUR SAFETY’ from the drones, there is no way in hell I will comply with that absolute bulls–t,” she added. Though the Georgia lawmaker is a known conspiracy theorist, the drones spotted flying over New Jersey and other East Coast states have sparked fear and confusion from residents. In response, several government agencies, including the FBI and the DoD, released a statement Tuesday saying that the drones do not pose a risk to the public and “include a combination of lawful commercial drones, hobbyist drones, and law enforcement drones, as well as manned fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, and stars mistakenly reported as drones.”

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Disney+ Reveals Hit TV Show ‘Bluey’ Will Be Made Into a Movie
BLUE STREAK
Updated 12.17.24 1:56PM EST 
Published 12.17.24 12:41PM EST 
The complete set of Bluey commemorative coins. The Royal Australian Mint released a set of commemorative coins featuring characters from the popular Australian television series "Bluey" on June 6th. Hundreds of people queued up early in the morning in front of the Temporary Mint Coin Shop in Canberra before it opened to get their hands on the set.
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A film adaptation of the hit kids’ TV show Bluey will premiere in 2027, Disney+ and BBC Studios announced Tuesday. The joint venture will first hit theaters, then be available for streaming on Disney+, ABC iView and ABC Kids in Australia. The show follows the adventures of Bluey, a blue heeler dog, with her parents and brother Bingo. “I’ve always thought Bluey deserved a theatrical movie. I want this to be an experiential event for the whole family to enjoy together,” said the show’s creator, Joe Brumm. The show’s voice actors are all returning for the new project. Now available in 140 countries, Bluey first premiered in 2018 and has garnered international recognition and acclaim, including winning two Television Critics Association Awards and the Peabody Award. It was the most-watched show globally on Disney+ this year, according to Nielsen data. In the U.S. alone this year, it has been streamed for 20 billion minutes.

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Suspected Gilgo Beach Killer Charged in Yet Another Murder
GRISLY
Updated 12.17.24 10:17AM EST 
Published 12.17.24 10:16AM EST 
Rex A. Heuermann
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The suspected Gilgo Beach killer has been charged in yet another slaying, bringing the total up to seven women, prosecutors said. Rex Heuermann, 61, was set to appear before a court in Riverhead at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday to be indicted on a murder charge in the death of Valerie Mack in November 2000, according to ABC News, citing law enforcement sources. Prosecutors said that, like the other alleged victims of Heuermann, Mack was involved in sex work. Her remains were discovered in Manorville and Gilgo Beach, Long Island, New York. Mack’s remains were found alongside those of Jessica Taylor in 2000 and 2003. Their remains were dismembered, mixed, and scattered along a road in Manorville and at Gilgo Beach. The architect is accused of a series of murders in the area from the early 1990s to 2011. Prosecutors named him a suspect in the latest death in June, based on evidence allegedly found on an electronic device seized from his home in Massapequa Park on Long Island. He pleaded not guilty to previous charges linked to the other six deaths.

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This Performance-Enhancing Ring Vibrator Is Perfect for Couples
CAME FOR THE VIBES
Published 11.19.24 2:13PM EST 
A person holding MysteryVibe's Tenuto Mini Vibrator on a bed with white bed sheets.
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Sex toys are a fun and spicy way to add more excitement to the bedroom. However, most are designed for solo pleasure—which is a lot less exciting.MysteryVibe solved this issue with its Tenuto 2 vibrator. Now, MysteryVibe has improved its design and effectiveness in the new Tenuto Mini.

The secret to the Tenuto Mini is the three robust motors that deliver powerful vibrations on key erogenous zones at the head or base of the penis. It’s made with a water-resistant and flexible silicone that fits most penis sizes, soft or hard. The vibrations stimulate the penis to increase blood flow and arousal for harder erections.

Tenuto Mini
30% off the original price

However, that’s not all this small-yet-mighty vibrator can do. The Tenuto Mini keeps men harder longer. Slide the vibrator down to the base of the penis to gently constrict blood flow, extending performance and pleasure. Plus, those powerful motors don’t forget the clit exists, stimulating it as well for mind-blowing pleasure.

Everything can be controlled via buttons on the vibrator itself or Bluetooth with the free companion app—opening up a whole new avenue of pleasure and play. With the app, you or your partner can explore and control 16 different vibrational intensity levels, fine-tuning the vibrator to both of your likings. Once you nailed it, save the vibration patterns for quick access for the next time. The only limitation is your imagination. Worried about privacy? MysteryVibe thought of that. The packaging is discreet and—as a bonus—the shipping is free.

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Elon Musk to Open Preschool in Latest Surprise Venture
X-TRA CURRICULAR
Published 12.17.24 11:57AM EST 
Elon Musk
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Elon Musk is close to opening his anti-woke preschool in Texas after authorities cleared the way for it to operate with 21 pupils, according to official documents. The Montessori school outside Bastrop, part of the Greater Austin metropolitan area, will be called Ad Astra, according to Bloomberg, citing documents filed with state authorities. Its website says it’s “currently open to all children ages 3 to 9,” while the official X page is currently displaying job listings. Bloomberg reported that the proposed schedule seemed “fairly typical.” It includes “thematic, STEM-based activities and projects” as well as outdoor play and nap time. “Ad Astra’s mission is to foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in the next generation of problem solvers and builders,” reads the school’s website. Musk also has a school in Los Angeles, California that teaches an “Elon style curriculum,” according to Mirror U.S. He has railed against “regular schools” and curriculums in the past.

Read it at Bloomberg

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‘Below Deck’ Star Reveals Cancer Diagnosis
WEAR SUNSCREEN
Updated 12.17.24 12:09PM EST 
Published 12.17.24 11:52AM EST 
Captain Jason Chambers
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Below Deck Down Under star Jason Chambers, 52, has been diagnosed with melanoma, he revealed in a video Tuesday. “Look Australia, two out of three people suffer from melanoma. It’s a big thing,” he said. “I never used to wear sunscreen when I was on the boat. I used to put zinc on my nose, the reason being the chemicals.” Below Deck follows the lives of the crew on a superyacht. Chambers joined the spinoff show Below Deck Down Under when it premiered in 2022. The reality star said he’s currently waiting for more biopsy results from Bali, where he underwent additional testing under the advice of his doctors. “They weren’t happy with what the indications told them,” Chambers said. He added that now that there are more chemical-free sunscreen options, he’s sure to put it on. “So, make sure you throw on some sunscreen, get some shade and cover yourself up and enjoy your day out in the sun,” he advised.

Read it at New York Post

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