Kalshi, a prediction market, is in hot water. A lawsuit claims it's running an illegal sports betting platform. The platform calls bets "event contracts. " But the lawsuit says these are just bets. And they're illegal in many states. The lawsuit says Kalshi is tricking people. It makes them think t
A tragic event unfolded in Hong Kong. A fierce fire tore through a group of tall apartment buildings. This happened on a Wednesday. At least 55 people lost their lives. Survivors shared harrowing tales. They said the fire spread too fast. Many barely had time to run to safety. The fire climbed up b
In the heart of Hong Kong, a city known for its towering buildings, a devastating fire swept through Wang Fuk Court, a high-rise apartment complex. The fire, which became the worst in over 50 years, claimed at least 55 lives, with many more still unaccounted for. Among the survivors was Lau Yu Hung,
For almost 30 years, Jimmie Duncan lived behind bars, sentenced to death for a crime he didn't commit. But in a surprising turn of events, a judge recently overturned his conviction. The reason? The forensic evidence used to convict him was shaky at best. Back in 1998, Duncan was found guilty of mu
In a shocking turn of events, a shark attack at Crowdy Bay National Park in Australia left one person dead and another seriously injured. This happened early in the morning while they were swimming. The beach, known for its camping, fishing, and hiking, is now closed. This is not the first time a sh
The recent shooting involving National Guard members has sparked interest in a group called the "Zero Units. " This group, which the suspect allegedly worked with, was a secretive Afghan force. They were known for their close ties with U. S. and other foreign troops during the war in Afghanistan. A
Two soldiers from West Virginia are in bad shape after a shooting near the White House. It happened around 2:15 p. m. on Wednesday. A man turned a corner, pulled out a gun, and started shooting. Other soldiers nearby heard the shots and quickly stopped the shooter. The White House was locked down f
In a shocking turn of events, a shark attack at Crowdy Bay National Park has left one person dead and another seriously injured. The incident took place at Kylies Beach, a popular spot known for its camping, fishing, and hiking trails. The attack occurred early in the morning, around 6:30 a. m. , wh
A life was lost in a shooting incident in north Columbia on a Wednesday evening. The victim, Edward Brown Jr. , aged 46, succumbed to his injuries. The event unfolded at a residence on Triple Crown Drive, drawing the attention of law enforcement around 5:30 p. m. Upon arrival, reporters noted a sig
In the heart of a bustling city, a trauma center sees many victims of violent crimes. Yet, most of these patients have never heard of a program designed to help them. This program, called Crime Victims Compensation (CVC), is meant to ease the financial burden of violent injuries. But awareness is sh
