Federal counterterrorism sources warn that millions of dollars stolen in welfare-fraud schemes in Minnesota may have been routed to the Somali terror group al-Shabaab. The fraud predominantly targeted programs such as pandemic-era child-nutrition services, housing stabilization benefits and autism support—one scheme alone reportedly stole around $300 million in federal aid. Investigators say the stolen funds were transferred via informal hawala networks, with funds ultimately ending up in Somalia, where al-Shabaab is believed to receive a portion. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minnesota has charged dozens of individuals across multiple fraud rings and estimates the total losses could amount to billions…
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Former Fugees member Prakazrel “Pras” Michel has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after a jury found him guilty of orchestrating an illegal campaign-finance scheme involving foreign funds directed toward the 2012 re-election campaign of former President Barack Obama. Michel was convicted on ten counts, including conspiracy to defraud the United States and acting as an unregistered foreign agent. Prosecutors alleged he received more than $120 million from Malaysian financier Low Taek Jho and used at least $2 million of that money through straw donors to funnel funds into the campaign. The sentence also includes three years of…
During her participation in the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, contestant Nadeen Ayoub—representing “Palestine”—was reported to have been previously married to Sharaf Barghouti, the son of imprisoned militant leader Marwan Barghouti, who was convicted in Israel on multiple terror-related charges. Ayoub’s alleged marriage to Sharaf reportedly led to the couple naming a son after Marwan Barghouti. She also maintained links to the Barghouti family through social-media posts and appearances at gyms associated with the clan. The revelation comes amid scrutiny of her eligibility for the pageant: Miss Universe officials previously indicated she was the first to carry the title “Miss Palestine,”…
Dr. Jeffrey Epstein, a neurosurgeon based on Long Island, has publicly addressed the fallout from being mistakenly linked by Rep. Jasmine Crockett to the late convicted sex offender of the same name. Crockett, during a House floor speech, alleged that donations to former Rep. Lee Zeldin’s 2020 campaign came from “Jeffrey Epstein”—implying the infamous financier despite his death in 2019. Federal Election Commission records reveal the donations were from a different person—Dr. Epstein—who contributed $1,000 in April and again in August 2020. The physician told reporters he has occasionally noticed odd reactions due to his name but said the recent…
During a hunting trip in the northeastern part of the state, a Texas man lost his life over the weekend when a gun unintentionally discharged while he was taking it out of a car. According to the victim’s daughter, he was the “pillar” of his family, and his untimely death has left the home “heartbroken.” When officials arrived on the site shortly after midnight, they discovered that the hunter had self-inflicted a gunshot wound. In order to avoid such avoidable tragedies, game wardens have opened an official investigation into the incident and are reminding all hunters to handle every firearm…
Three separate deaths of women in Jacksonville over the space of three days have prompted public concern, but the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says the cases are not connected and do not point to a serial killer at large. The deaths occurred in different parts of the city and under differing circumstances: one woman was found shot in a parking lot, another’s body was discovered beneath a bridge, and a third was found unresponsive in a rooming-house. Investigators are treating each incident as an individual case while following standard homicide protocols. Despite online speculation and comparisons to high-profile serial-killer cases, law-enforcement…
Despite months of severe criticism from both parties, President Donald Trump has shown confidence about an impending meeting with Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, claiming it will be “quite civil.” Following a campaign in which Trump referred to Mamdani as a “communist lunatic” and promised to stop federal assistance to New York if Mamdani won, the two are scheduled to meet at the White House. On the other hand, Mamdani called Trump’s strategy “undemocratic” and said he would “wrestle” for the city’s citizens. Trump recently expressed his appreciation for Mamdani’s win as mayor and hinted at his…
A senior White House communications officer privately described the upcoming interview between President Donald Trump and broadcaster Andrew Neil as a strategic distraction. According to internal communications leaked to the press, the official argued the media event was being used to divert attention from looming legislative defeats and electoral vulnerabilities. The internal memo, circulated to senior advisers, cautioned that the sit-down could shift public focus away from critical policy setbacks, including stalled infrastructure bills and rising approval ratings among opposition parties. The official recommended limiting mention of non-magazine issues and emphasized rapid transition to other priorities post-interview. The Trump team…
A federal judge has ordered President Donald Trump to halt the National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C., ruling that the administration overstepped its authority by stationing troops in the city without local consent. The decision marks a major legal setback for the White House, which has defended the deployment as necessary to stabilize unrest and assist police operations. According to the ruling, the president’s use of the Guard violated long-standing limits on military involvement in domestic law enforcement, particularly in jurisdictions that did not request federal support. Washington, D.C.’s leadership had not sought the deployment and repeatedly argued that the…
The latest employment outlook in the United States is spurring growing concern among investors and economists, as signals suggest the job market could be tipping toward a crisis. Reports show that major corporations have announced nearly 950,000 job cuts so far this year, and several indicators point to a hiring freeze rather than growth surge. Labor-market data reveal a sharp slowdown in new hiring, driven by interest-rate pressure, uncertain trade policy and increased automation. One recent summary described the shift with a stark phrase: “no hire, more fire.” Meanwhile, wage growth remains sluggish and initial unemployment claims are inching up…
President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to a group of Democratic lawmakers who had encouraged U.S. military service members to refuse “illegal orders,” saying they would be held responsible for any subsequent defiance. During a press appearance, Trump accused the lawmakers of undermining the chain of command and equated their remarks to “prescribing execution” for officials who carry out legitimate directives. He said those who spread such messages must “face the consequences.” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer condemned the president’s remarks as threats against Congress, declaring them “unacceptable and dangerous.” The dispute has…
The city council of Carmel has voted unanimously to initiate a permanent ban on pickleball at Forest Hill Park, prompted by repeated complaints from nearby residents about the “popping” sound of balls striking paddles. The park’s courts, the only public pickleball facility within city limits, were already under a temporary suspension while officials explored quieter equipment options. During a recent council meeting, several residents described the noise echoing through their homes and asked for the sport’s removal to preserve neighborhood peace. Pickleball enthusiasts attempted to propose a compromise—introducing softer paddles and balls to reduce noise—but the council concluded that enforcement…
A 15-year-old apprentice in Turkey died after co-workers allegedly restrained him in a carpentry workshop and inserted a high-pressure air hose into his body during what they called a “prank.” The incident occurred on November 14 in Şanlıurfa province, where the boy, identified as Muhammed Kendirci, was working at a wood-shop training program. Two other apprentices allegedly tied his hands and forced the hose into his rectum, causing catastrophic internal injuries. He was hospitalized and died five days later. One suspect was initially released on probation and later rearrested; the second remains under investigation. Local officials opened a criminal case,…
Police across the country are warning that a growing wave of “jugging” robberies is putting holiday shoppers at serious risk. The trend involves criminals stalking people as they leave banks, ATMs or retail stores, then striking when victims return to their vehicles with cash or high-value purchases. Authorities say the crime has surged as shoppers carry larger amounts of money or pick up multiple gift bags during the holiday rush. Surveillance videos from recent cases show thieves following victims from parking lots, smashing windows and grabbing envelopes of cash within seconds. Former law-enforcement officials describe the method as highly coordinated.…
A disturbing incident on a public street in Leeds, England, captured on video, shows three masked teenagers wielding 24-inch machetes as they fought each other in broad daylight around 2:30 p.m. on November 8, 2025. The footage reveals one suspect repeatedly striking another before a third participant becomes involved, with the chaotic clash continuing for about ten minutes and spilling into traffic. Two of the teens fled the scene on electric bikes before police arrived. One 18-year-old was seriously injured and later arrested, charged with using a blade to threaten someone in public. Local authorities have not yet issued a…