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Former Haitian police officer Jimmy Chérizier, known as “Barbeque,” is causing chaos in Haiti as he leads a violent campaign to seize control of the country. Accused of orchestrating multiple massacres in Port-au-Prince, Chérizier has left dozens dead, some burned alive in their own homes. Claiming to understand ghetto life and insisting he would never harm people in his own social class, Chérizier has made it clear that he is willing to shed blood to achieve his goals and start a revolution. Prime Minister Ariel Henry has resigned and dissolved his government as Chérizier and armed gangs loyal to him…

A record number of wildfires have been reported in California this year, with over 7,000 fires burning more than 3.2 million acres of land across the state. The increase in wildfires has been attributed to dry and hot weather conditions, as well as an ongoing drought. Several large and destructive fires have prompted evacuations and destroyed homes, putting a strain on resources and support for firefighters. Authorities have been urging residents to take precautions and be prepared for potential evacuations as the fires continue to spread. Firefighters have been working tirelessly to contain the blazes and protect communities, but the…

Petco CEO Ron Coughlin Announces Departure, R. Michael Mohan Named Interim Chief Executive In a surprising announcement, Petco CEO Ron Coughlin revealed that he will be stepping down from his position, with board member R. Michael Mohan set to take over as interim chief executive. Coughlin will be staying on as an advisor to the board to ensure a smooth transition during this period of change. Reflecting on his time at Petco, Coughlin expressed pride in the work that has been done over the last five years. Under his leadership, the company has seen significant growth and success in the…

The highly-anticipated film “The Fall Guy” made its debut at the SXSW Film and TV Festival, with actor Ryan Gosling and director David Leitch receiving a warm reception from the audience at the Paramount theater. The movie, which pays homage to stunt performers, follows the story of Colt, a stuntman played by Gosling who is pulled back into the business when the star of a big studio movie directed by his ex (Emily Blunt) goes missing. The film showcases intense action sequences and provides viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at how these stunts are performed. What sets “The Fall Guy”…

House Democrats and centrist Republicans in Congress are currently engaged in a high-stakes battle over providing wartime aid to Ukraine. The Democrats are rallying support for a discharge petition to bring the Senate’s $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan to a vote. However, centrist Republicans are pushing for a smaller package of $66 billion, with a focus on military aid and border security provisions. Speaker Mike Johnson has been reluctant to take up the Senate-passed package, instead insisting on including policy changes at the U.S.-Mexico border. This has caused frustration among lawmakers, as Ukrainian soldiers are facing…

US Missionaries Trapped in Haiti Amid Violence and Lawlessness As gang violence and lawlessness continue to grip Haiti, US missionaries in the country are expressing fear and concern over the lack of rescue efforts. Missionary Jill Dolan and her family, along with colleagues Lynn and Miriam Cinotti, are stranded in different areas of Haiti and facing threats from street gangs and looters. With civilians and international airports closed due to the violence and attacks, the missionaries and other Americans are struggling with shortages of food, water, and medicine. The US military recently executed an airlift of US Embassy personnel, but…

The Royal Family Faces Backlash After Apologizing for Altered Photo Kate, Princess of Wales, recently issued an apology for digitally altering a family photo released by the palace in an attempt to address concerns about her health. However, the move backfired as several news agencies, including The Associated Press, withdrew the photo over suspicions of manipulation. The retractions only fueled speculation and rumors about Kate’s health and possible surgery, challenging the palace’s traditional stance of “never complain, never explain” in the age of social media. Kate admitted to occasionally editing photos and apologized for any confusion caused by the altered…

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has officially requested a trade from the team after talks of a contract extension have stalled since March 2023. Despite his love for Cincinnati and desire to stay long term, Higgins is disappointed by the lack of progress in negotiations. The timing of Higgins’ trade request is significant as it comes just before the NFL’s legal tampering window opens ahead of free agency. Higgins, who just finished the final year of his rookie contract, could be given the franchise tag worth $21.8 million for the upcoming season if a long-term deal is not reached…

A recent study conducted by researchers at Stanford University and Gusto has revealed some interesting trends in remote work patterns. According to the report, the average distance between an employee’s residence and their employer’s location has more than doubled from 10 to 27 miles between the years 2019 and 2023. The study also found that 5.5% of employees now live over 50 miles away from their employer in 2023. Notably, high-earning Millennials working in sectors such as Information and Finance & Insurance are more likely to live further away from their workplace. Professor Stephan Meier of Columbia University predicts that…

The Boston Celtics suffered a tough defeat against the Denver Nuggets in a recent NBA matchup, failing to overcome the defending champions on the court. Despite a strong performance from Jaylen Brown, the Celtics were unable to contain Nikola Jokić, who once again proved to be a dominant force for the Nuggets. Jayson Tatum’s momentum in the MVP race took a hit after the game, as the Celtics struggled to find a way to counter Jokić’s playmaking abilities. The team tried various strategies to stop Jokić but ultimately fell short in their efforts. Players like Porziņģis acknowledged the strength of…