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Las Vegas, NV – December 7, 2023 In a harrowing incident on Wednesday at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), a gunman, identified as 67-year-old Anthony Polito, opened fire on the campus, resulting in three fatalities and one person sustaining injuries. Polito was subsequently shot dead by the police after a confrontation outside the …
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London – December 7, 2023 In a significant move reflecting the shifting landscape of the tobacco industry, British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced a staggering write-down of approximately $31.5 billion in the value of its US cigarette brands, including Camel, Pall Mall, Newport, and Natural American Spirit. The decision, unveiled on Wednesday, underscores the company’s …
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Bristol, England – December 7, 2023 In a strategic move to further solidify its global presence, McDonald’s has set forth ambitious goals, aiming to open nearly 9,000 new restaurants and add a staggering 100 million members to its loyalty program by 2027. As of September 30, the iconic fast-food chain operated 41,198 restaurants worldwide, a …
Geneva – December 6, 2023 In a groundbreaking development, BanquePictet&Cie, Co, a private Swiss bank, has agreed to pay a substantial sum of $122.9 million in back taxes and penalties following admissions that it facilitated U.S. citizens in concealing billions of dollars in assets from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from 2008 to 2014. Court …
Phoenix, Arizona – December 6, 2023 In a heart-wrenching incident, a 2-year-old boy in Arizona lost his life after ingesting fentanyl, leading to charges against his father, Oswaldo Lozano, 27, for child abuse and drug possession. The devastating incident unfolded on Friday, and Lozano faced charges on Tuesday, according to court records. Lozano’s son was …
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Anaheim, Calif. – December 6, 2023 The magic at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure was briefly interrupted when a 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck the city of Fullerton in Orange County, just 2 miles from the theme parks. The seismic activity occurred around 8 p.m. on Monday night, prompting the temporary closure of 35 rides at the …
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