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The air crackled with dread as the sixth trumpet blared. A booming voice, like thunder rolling across the heavens, echoed down. It commanded a hidden angel to release four bound angels at the Euphrates. These angels of death had prepared since the beginning of time with a chilling purpose. Their task was to kill one-third of humanity. From the depths of Euphrates, the four angels of death rose. They wore breastplates of fiery red, like blood spilled on the battlefield and sulfur yellow, a harbinger of brimstone. Their steeds were no ordinary horses. Monstrous creatures with the heads of lions, they roared with a sound that sent shivers down spines of men. Fire, smoke, and brimstone billowed from their nostrils. With these angels, a vast army of two hundred million, an unstoppable tide of darkness. The time of judgment had arrived.

In 1957 A Police officer is ticketing a woman for wearing a bikini on the beach. This was illegal at the time in Italy. What a ruff job. A boy selling lemonade with a portable lemonade dispenser. Berlin, 1931. What an entrepreneur. A Man collecting golf balls, 1920s. Kind of an ingenious way to protect yourself while collecting golf balls. A little girl and her dog are quite disappointed. No dog biscuits today, London in the 1940s. In 1909 Making the Titanic's anchor chain at Hingley & Sons. The largest of the anchors weighed 15.5 tons and on completion was drawn through the streets of Netherton on a wagon drawn by 20 shire horses. The chain and fittings for the anchors weighed around 100 tons.

O.J. Simpson, born on July 9, 1947, in San Francisco, California, led a life full of significant events before his death at the age of 76. Simpson was a College Football Star he attended the University of Southern California in the 1960s, as a running back winning the O.J. Simpson won the Heisman Trophy in 1968. In 1969, Simpson was the first pick in the NFL draft and played for the Buffalo Bills where he became known as "The Juice". His NFL career was highly successful, with him earning numerous accolades and awards, including being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985. After retiring from football, Simpson transitioned into acting and became a popular figure in Hollywood. He starred in popular Hertz commercials in the 1970s and movies like "Capricorn One" in the 1970s and "The Naked Gun" films in the '80s and '90s. On June 12, 1994, Simpson's ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman were brutally murdered. Simpson was charged with their murders and went on trial in what became known as the "Trial of the Century." The televised criminal trial captivated the nation, and Simpson was ultimately acquitted in October 1995. After his acquittal, Simpson continued to face legal issues. In 2007, he was arrested in Las Vegas for kidnapping and armed robbery of sports memorabilia dealers. He was found guilty and sentenced to up to 33 years in prison. Simpson was granted parole after serving over eight years and was released in October 2017. Throughout his life, Simpson remained a polarizing figure. His legal troubles and the circumstances surrounding the 1994 murders have continued to be a topic of public interest and debate. Death: O.J. Simpson passed away on April 10, 2024, at the age of 76 due to complications from cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren during his final moments.

Full Article Here: https://www.thefp.com/p/npr-editor-how-npr-lost-americas-trust A Comprehensive Analysis of Uri Berliner's I’ve Been at NPR for 25 Years. Here’s How We Lost America’s Trust. As the media landscape continues to evolve, NPR finds itself at a critical juncture. Uri Berliner, a veteran journalist at the public radio institution, offers a candid assessment of NPR's current trajectory and outlines key considerations for its future direction. Drawing from Berliner's insights, this article delves into NPR's editorial approach, internal organizational culture, specific editorial missteps, audience trust and diversity, and prospects for the future. Shift in Editorial Approach: Berliner highlights a noticeable shift in NPR's editorial approach over the years, from a reputation for open-mindedness and balanced reporting to accusations of espousing a narrow worldview. This perceived progressive bias has led to a decline in NPR's reputation as a reliable source of news and information for Americans across the political spectrum. Specific Editorial Missteps: Recent controversies, such as NPR's handling of the Trump-Russia collusion narrative and the dismissal of the Hunter Biden laptop story, have raised questions about the institution's editorial judgment and credibility. Berliner emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in addressing these errors to rebuild public trust. Internal Organizational Culture: Berliner provides an insider's perspective on NPR's internal organizational culture, which he describes as fostering a progressive orthodoxy that may stifle dissenting voices. He suggests that a more diverse and inclusive newsroom would better reflect the variety of perspectives in American society. 87 registered Democrats working in editorial positions and zero Republicans. Audience Trust and Diversity: Despite efforts to cater to a more diverse audience, NPR faces challenges in maintaining audience trust and diversity. Recent data indicates a decline in NPR's listenership among non-white and non-progressive demographics, raising concerns about the institution's ability to connect with a broader cross-section of society. Future Direction: Looking ahead, Berliner calls for a course correction within NPR to reaffirm its core values and embrace viewpoint diversity. He urges incoming CEO Katherine Maher to prioritize transparency, accountability, and editorial independence, with the goal of regaining NPR's status as a trusted source of news and information for a wide range of audiences. Uri Berliner's analysis serves as a call to action for NPR to reassess its priorities and values. Addressing issues related to editorial bias, organizational culture, audience trust, and diversity will be crucial for NPR to chart a course toward renewed relevance and credibility in an increasingly polarized media landscape.

Over 50 protesters from Code Pink for a Free Palestine were arrested for shutting down a Senate cafeteria in Washington, D.C., as they demanded a ceasefire in Gaza, the restoration of UNRWA funding, and an end to U.S. aid to Israel amidst heightened tensions and civilian casualties. Their slogan, "Senate can't eat until Gaza eats," expressed opposition to U.S. policy on Israel. Republican John James criticized the protests as a CCP-funded distraction, while U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faced accusations of complicity in a Gaza "genocide" during a Senate hearing. The Biden administration has expressed frustration with Israel's military actions, and a group of House Democrats has called on Biden to stop arms transfers to Israel, reflecting a growing rift over U.S. policy in the region.

Kiarra Jones, a 29-year-old bus aide for the Littleton Public Schools, was arrested on April 4 after video footage showed her assaulting a 10-year-old nonverbal boy on a bus headed to The Joshua School, a school for children with developmental disabilities. The video revealed Jones repeatedly hitting, punching, and stomping on the child's foot. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and protection of children with disabilities during transportation to and from school. Jones was hired by Littleton Public Schools in August 2023 and had "limited access to students" during her employment. She was fired on March 19, the day after the incident, and has since been charged with crimes against an at-risk adult or juvenile (third-degree assault) and crimes against an at-risk adult or juvenile. The case has prompted calls for a review of the safety measures in place for children with disabilities during transportation.

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A simple Sunday morning took a horrifying turn in Queens, New York. When a 68 year old female church parishioner became the victim of a violent attack. On her way up the stairs to the church, she was met with an unexpected act of brutality. A man, estimated to be between 18 and 25 years old, punched her in the face. As she lay helpless, the attacker robbed her snatching her purse and stealing her car.