Ollanta Humala, the former president of Peru, has been released from prison following the overturning of his 15-year sentence for corruption. He was previously convicted of money laundering offenses in 2025, along with his wife.
David Hearn, a former Olympian, had felony vandalism charges dropped after pleading not guilty to accusations of damaging the Reflecting Pool's lining. The decision to drop the charges was made by prosecutors.
An officer faces charges for violating privacy laws by recording colleagues' racist comments. The Police Department began an internal investigation after The Los Angeles Times reported on the recordings, which drew widespread condemnation from city leaders.
George Santos has reached a settlement with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, agreeing to pay $35,000 related to his State of the Union betting activities on Kalshi. The settlement also includes a three-year ban on trading.
Amazon has reported receiving $600 million in refunds from tariffs imposed during the Trump administration and plans to return some of this amount to its customers. This decision comes after a Supreme Court ruling that found many of these tariffs to be illegal.
David Hearn, a former Olympian, had felony vandalism charges against him related to the Reflecting Pool. He pleaded not guilty, and the charges have now been dropped.
The U.S. Attorney's Office has moved to dismiss the vandalism case against David Hearn, citing evidence that the damage to the Reflecting Pool was due to installation issues rather than vandalism. The decision contradicts earlier statements from President Trump and highlights concerns regarding the handling of the case by government officials.
Police are investigating a shooting incident at a Walmart in Darby Township, Pennsylvania, where a female employee was shot during a dispute between two men. The suspect fled the scene, and police are reviewing surveillance footage to identify him. The employee was taken to the hospital, and her condition is currently unknown.
A Colorado judge has ruled that NCAA athletes from the 2022 class who completed four years of eligibility are entitled to an additional year under a preliminary injunction. This decision challenges the NCAA's new five-and-five eligibility rule and comes amidst ongoing lawsuits by athletes regarding their rights under the new guidelines. The NCAA is considering its options in response to the ruling.
U.S. officials have indicated that military strikes against Iran may be initiated as early as this weekend. The plans reportedly involve collaboration with Israel and focus on Iranian energy infrastructure.
George Santos, a former U.S. Representative, has been fined for allegedly participating in insider trading by betting on whether he would attend the State of the Union address in February. The fine follows an investigation into these activities.
The FBI has reported cyberattacks on municipal water systems in at least seven states, leading to warnings from the FBI and EPA. The attacks have affected operations, particularly in Minnesota, where over 30 facilities were targeted. The federal advisory emphasizes the need for enhanced security measures for water utilities amid ongoing threats.
The Justice Department has dismissed the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence indicated that the damage was caused by a contractor's faulty installation rather than vandalism. Hearn's defense argued that the case was unfounded and highlighted preexisting damage to the pool.
The U.S. government plans to make the visa bond program permanent, as indicated by a draft notice in the Federal Register. The decision follows a nearly year-long review that found the program effective in enforcing compliance with visa conditions.
A photograph of US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's notepad during a cabinet meeting suggests that the US may consider purchasing $5 billion to $10 billion in Japanese yen. The notepad was visible to a Reuters photographer and included a list item stating this potential action.
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has proposed cuts to water allocations for Arizona, California, and Nevada as part of a management plan for the Colorado River. Four other states are not facing mandatory cuts at this time.
A federal judge has ruled that Catholic nuns and healthcare ministries in New York will not be forced to comply with a new assisted-suicide law while their legal case is ongoing. The lawsuit argues that the law violates the religious beliefs of the plaintiffs, who emphasize their commitment to providing life-affirming care.
George Santos, a former U.S. Representative, has been fined for allegedly engaging in insider trading by placing bets on his attendance at the State of the Union address in February. The allegations center around his actions in a prediction market.
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