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Today’s Selected Eight:
Story Number 1
Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter gambling scandal is being developed into a TV series
Lionsgate Television will be creating a scripted series that revolves around the gambling scandal involving Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter. This scandal made headlines when it was revealed that Ohtani’s interpreter was involved in illegal activities, including theft of nearly $17 million. Ohtani’s interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, has since agreed to plead guilty to bank fraud and tax fraud as part of the scandal.
Story Number 2
Trump-affiliated group releases new national security book outlining possible second-term approach
A research group associated with former President Donald Trump has released a new national security book aimed at setting the stage for a potential second Trump administration. This initiative comes as Trump seeks victory in the upcoming election, suggesting a continued emphasis on his “America First” policy framework which has been previously critiqued for its approaches toward international relations, including those with NATO and Russia.
Story Number 3
Barron Trump selected as at-large Florida delegate to Republican National Convention
Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, has been selected as an at-large delegate from Florida for the Republican National Convention. This marks his political debut at the age of 18. Interestingly, Ivanka Trump is not listed among the delegates for this event.
Story Number 4
Miss Teen USA 2023 UmaSofia Srivastava Resigns Just 2 Days After Miss USA Stepped Down
UmaSofia Srivastava, who was crowned Miss Teen USA 2023, has decided to step down from her title, citing a misalignment of her personal values with the direction of the organization. Her resignation follows closely on the heels of another resignation in the pageant world, underscoring a potentially larger issue within the organization concerning its values and direction.
Story Number 5
FTX will return money to most customers less than 2 years after catastrophic crypto collapse
FTX, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has announced through a recent court filing that it plans to reimburse its creditors. The company reported it owes approximately $11.2 billion to its creditors but estimates its assets to be around $14.5 billion. This plan is a significant step towards resolving the financial issues following the exchange’s collapse and subsequent legal challenges involving its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried.
Story Number 6
People are tearing into Apple for its latest iPad commercial: ‘Steve wouldn’t have shipped that ad’
Criticism has emerged regarding Apple’s latest iPad commercial, with notable backlash from the tech and advertising communities. Commentators and industry insiders, including Venture Capitalist Paul Graham, have criticized the ad’s concept and execution, suggesting that it deviates from Apple’s traditional standards of creativity and quality. The sentiment that “Steve wouldn’t have shipped that ad” reflects a belief that the commercial does not align with the high standards set by Apple’s late co-founder, Steve Jobs, known for his meticulous attention to detail and innovative approach to product marketing.
Story Number 7
New ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie, ‘The Hunt for Gollum,’ being produced by Peter Jackson
Warner Bros. has announced the development of a new “Lord of the Rings” film titled “The Hunt for Gollum,” which will be produced by Peter Jackson. Andy Serkis, known for his portrayal of Gollum in the original trilogy, will also be involved in the project. This new film aims to delve deeper into the backstory of Gollum, exploring events that lead up to the main narrative of “The Lord of the Rings.”
Story Number 8
Las Vegas alien footage ‘is real’ and shows two ‘demon creature’ beings
The footage in question that has gone viral depicts what is claimed to be a UFO carrying an “alien” or “demon creature” landing in a backyard in Las Vegas. This footage has stirred considerable public interest and debate over its authenticity. An expert cited in reports has affirmed the footage as genuine, describing the figures shown as “demon creatures.”
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ONE DAY OLDER ON MAY 10:
Bono (64)
Erik Palladino (56)
Kenan Thompson (46)
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1954: Bill Haley and the Comets released Rock Around the Clock, the first rock and roll record to reach number one on the charts.
2016: An Indian fertility clinic announced that a 70 year old woman had successfully given birth to a baby boy.
2018: R. Kelly’s songs were removed from Spotify playlists after sexual abuse allegations.
WORD OF THE DAY: eager / [ ee-ger ]
keen or ardent in desire or feeling; impatiently longing
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