Two Women Arrested for Assaulting Jewish Person for Confronting Poster Ripping in NYC
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| Two women in New York City have been arrested and charged with hate crimes for assaulting a Jewish person who confronted them for ripping down posters of Israeli hostages. The incident occurred on November 9 on the Upper West Side, where the victim, a 41-year-old woman, was attacked and had her Star of David necklace torn off. The suspects, identified as Mehwish Omer and Stephanie Gonzalez, have been charged with assault, criminal mischief, and attempted robbery. The incident is one of several cases of poster damage related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Mayor Eric Adams condemned the acts as “deeply misguided” and reiterated the city’s zero tolerance for hate. |
College admissions made easier: 300,000 students got accepted to college before applying, via this app
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| More than 300,000 students have been accepted into colleges even before completing their application through the Common App’s direct admission program. The program examines incomplete applications and gives out acceptances to students based on GPA, test requirements, living in poverty-stricken areas, or having parents who have not gone to college. This initiative coincides with the recovery of undergraduate enrollment rates, particularly among Black, Hispanic, and Asian students. Direct admission programs are growing in popularity as they benefit both colleges and students by simplifying the admissions process. |
Woman’s Nose ‘Melts Off’ After Filler Injection: Dangers of Derma Fillers
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| A 52-year-old woman experienced severe complications after receiving a derma filler injection, causing her nose to “melt off.” Krysta Carson got the filler to hide her aging smile but blames a clumsy injection for the devastating outcome. She took to TikTok to share her experience and warn others about the dangers of derma fillers. The disfigurement impacted her career and mental health, leading her to lose her will to live. She has been wearing a prosthetic nose since and is saving up for reconstructive surgery. |
Reporter ‘intimidated and harassed’ by pro-Palestinian protester in London, probe ordered
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| A reporter for GB News was intimidated and harassed by a pro-Palestinian protester during a live broadcast in London. The Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident. The reporter described the pattern of the protests starting peacefully but turning unpleasant later on. The police are emphasizing the importance of press freedom and are taking the incident seriously. The incident has been condemned as an act of intolerance by pro-Palestinian demonstrators. |
Ireland PM Faces Backlash for Remarks on Released Hamas Hostage
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| Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar is facing criticism after his statement about the release of a 9-year-old Hamas hostage sparked global outrage. In a social media post, Varadkar referred to the hostage as “an innocent child who was lost and has now been found,” without mentioning that she was captured by terrorists. The post received widespread backlash, with netizens accusing Varadkar of being tone-deaf and damaging Ireland’s reputation. Even Israel’s Foreign Minister expressed outrage and summoned the Irish ambassador. Varadkar later clarified his viewpoint, but the criticism continues. |
