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Story Number 1
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty in a New York trial for charges related to a $130,000 hush money payment made to porn star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. Trump reimbursed his former lawyer Michael Cohen for the payment. This trial makes Trump the first former president and major-party presidential candidate to be convicted in a criminal trial. He was found guilty on all 34 felony charges of falsifying business records connected to this case. Despite the conviction, Trump plans to continue his fundraising efforts and campaign activities for the 2024 presidential election.
Story Number 2
CHAD DAYBELL FOUND GUILTY OF KILLING FIRST WIFE AND SECOND WIFE’S 2 CHILDREN
Chad Daybell was found guilty of murder and conspiracy charges for the deaths of his first wife, Tammy Daybell, and the two children of his second wife, Lori Vallow Daybell. The jury convicted him on multiple counts, concluding a highly publicized trial that captivated national attention. Daybell’s involvement in the deaths was part of a broader investigation into bizarre and extreme religious beliefs that he and Lori Vallow Daybell held. The trial brought to light disturbing details about the motives and methods behind the killings, and the verdict marks a significant moment in the quest for justice for the victims.
Story Number 3
RFK JR. REVEALS NEWSNATION AND ELON MUSK ALTERNATIVE DEBATE
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that he is in discussions with NewsNation and Elon Musk to host an alternative presidential debate on Musk’s platform X, formerly known as Twitter. This initiative aims to include Kennedy, who has been excluded from CNN’s planned debate featuring President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Musk agreed to host the debate, although specific details and commitments from Biden and Trump are still pending. Kennedy’s campaign continues to push for broader participation and visibility in the 2024 election debates.
Story Number 4
JEREMY RENNER JOINS ‘KNIVES OUT 3,’ FIRST FILM SINCE SNOW PLOW ACCIDENT
Jeremy Renner has joined the cast of “Knives Out 3,” marking his first film role since his near-fatal snowplow accident in early 2023. The “Avengers” star had suffered severe injuries, including blunt chest trauma and over 30 broken bones, in the accident. This comeback role in Rian Johnson’s Netflix sequel will see Renner alongside Daniel Craig, continuing his recovery and return to the film industry.
Story Number 5
NICHOLAS GALITZINE TO PLAY HE-MAN IN LONG-DELAYED ‘MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE’ FILM AT AMAZON MGM
Nicholas Galitzine has been cast as He-Man in the upcoming “Masters of the Universe” film, produced by Amazon MGM Studios. This long-delayed adaptation will see Galitzine take on the iconic role in a movie set for a summer 2026 release. The project marks a significant development after Netflix scrapped its own live-action adaptation plans. Directed by Travis Knight, this film is highly anticipated by fans of the franchise and aims to bring a fresh take on the classic story.
Story Number 6
CARDI B DEFENDS PORN AFTER CANDACE OWENS CALLS FOR ALL-OUT BAN
Rapper Cardi B has publicly defended pornography following media personality Candace Owens’ call for a total ban. Owens argued that porn should be outlawed due to its negative societal impacts. In response, Cardi B countered by emphasizing the importance of personal freedom and the right to choose what content one consumes. Cardi B highlighted that porn has existed long before the internet and suggested that a ban would be against the public’s interest and freedom of expression.
Story Number 7
GENERAL MILLS FACES RENEWED CALLS TO REMOVE PLASTIC CHEMICALS FROM FOOD
Consumer advocates are urging General Mills to eliminate plastic chemicals from its food products. These chemicals, linked to health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, were found at concerning levels in various General Mills products according to tests conducted by Consumer Reports. The advocacy group is pushing for the removal of these harmful substances to ensure consumer safety and reduce health risks.
Story Number 8
The New York Mets designated reliever Jorge López for assignment following an incident during a game where he was ejected and subsequently threw his glove into the stands. The ejection by third base umpire Ramon De Jesus came after López gave up a two-run home run to Shohei Ohtani in the eighth inning. Frustrated, López exchanged words with the umpire and then tossed his glove into the crowd while leaving the field. The Mets’ decision to cut ties with López is part of their broader efforts to address the team’s struggles this season.
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ONE DAY OLDER ON MAY 31:
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Colin Farrell (48)
WHAT HAPPENED TODAY:
1678: Lady Godiva rode naked on horseback through the city of Coventry, England. According to legend, she made the ride as part of a bargain to get her husband Leofric, Earl of Mercia, to ease taxes on the people of Coventry, England.
1884: Dr. John Harvey Kellogg of Battle Creek, Michigan, patented “flaked cereal.”
2018: Kim Kardashian met with Donald Trump at the White House to discuss prison reform.
WORD OF THE DAY: compose [ kuhm-pohz ]
to make or form by combining things, parts, or elements
DAILY AFFIRMATION: My Journey Towards Greatness Is Underway.
Enhances Resilience: By acknowledging the journey and its importance, you become more resilient to setbacks, understanding that each challenge is a part of the path towards achieving your dreams and not a permanent roadblock .
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