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The fatal shooting of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has triggered a wave of social media backlash and institutional punishments. Public officials, companies, and universities are firing or suspending employees over reactions to the event, raising concerns about free speech and political polarization in the US.
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Recent shark attacks in the Caribbean prompted research into shark behavior and protective gear. DNA analysis identified a tiger shark responsible for attacks in Saint-Martin, while new bite-resistant wetsuits show promise in reducing injuries. Meanwhile, rare shark mating behavior was documented in New Caledonia, highlighting conservation efforts.
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Hurricane Melissa intensified rapidly to Category 5, with winds over 157 mph, threatening Jamaica, Cuba, and the Bahamas. Climate change-driven warm oceans fueled this rapid intensification, which has already caused fatalities and severe flooding in the Caribbean. The storm is expected to make landfall soon.
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Former NFL quarterback Bernie Kosar, 61, is hospitalized in Cleveland with complications from cirrhosis and Parkinson’s disease. His liver transplant was delayed due to an infected donor organ, and he has undergone multiple procedures for internal bleeding. Browns and fans support him during this health crisis.
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The college football landscape is in flux as the CFP selection committee debates inclusion of teams with multiple losses. Indiana is confirmed as No. 1, while Alabama, Notre Dame, Miami, Duke, and James Madison face uncertain futures. The final bracket will be announced today, amid intense debate over rankings and conference champions.