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Kentucky campus shooting draws no indictment as Pennsylvania nursing home blast traps residents; Slender Man attacker returned to care; Glastonbury IDF-chant case dropped; GOP infighting rises as US deploys to Caribbean; plane crashes kill Libya army chief and five Mexican sailors; Man City chase Antoine Semenyo; Senedd TV coverage tilt sparks Reform UK–Plaid Cymru scramble
Grand jury declines to indict in Kentucky State University campus shooting
A grand jury declined to indict a man accused of killing one student and seriously injuring another during a shooting on the Kentucky State University campus on Dec. 9.
Gas explosion traps people inside nursing home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Authorities report that a gas explosion occurred at a nursing home in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, trapping people inside the building.
Morgan Geyser, convicted in the 'Slender Man' stabbing, returned to institutional care
A Wisconsin judge revoked the conditional release of Morgan Geyser, 23, who was convicted in the 'Slender Man' stabbing, after she ran away from a Wisconsin group home in November and was found a day later.
No Charges Filed Over Bob Vylan’s IDF Chants at Glastonbury
No charges will be brought over chants involving Bob Vylan referencing the IDF at Glastonbury, after Avon and Somerset Police said the incident did not meet the criminal threshold for prosecution.
House Republicans Face Growing Internal Turmoil
“House Republicans Aren’t Having Any Fun” as Speaker Mike Johnson faces mounting doubts from within his conference, including accusations of misleading claims and a weakened hold on leadership. A group of vulnerable Republicans joined Democrats to force a vote on extending health-care subsidies, while retirement announcements continue to grow, with at least 25 Republicans saying they will not seek reelection. Prominent Republicans have also publicly criticized Johnson’s effectiveness, underscoring the party’s internal frustration and instability.
U.S. Deploys Troops and Aircraft to the Caribbean
U.S. Moves Troops and Aircraft Into Caribbean as Washington deploys significant special-operations aircraft, troops, and equipment to the region, expanding its options for potential military action involving Venezuela. The move comes as President Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro, including ordering a blockade of oil tankers and declaring Venezuelan airspace effectively closed while not ruling out airstrikes.
Explosion and Fire at Pennsylvania Nursing Home; Reports of People Trapped
An explosion followed by a fire was reported Tuesday afternoon at the Silver Lake Nursing Home on Tower Road in Bristol Township, Bucks County. Emergency crews responded around 2:30 p.m., and state emergency officials said there were reports of people trapped inside. Residents were urged to avoid the area as responders worked at the scene.
Libyan Army Chief Dies in Plane Crash in Turkey
Libya’s army chief, Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, was killed in a plane crash in Turkey after a jet departing Ankara lost contact. Four other people were also on board.
Manchester City in advanced talks to sign Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo
Man City are in advanced discussions with Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo over a potential January transfer, with Semenyo expected to make a final decision on his future soon.
TV Coverage Is Likely to Favour Reform UK in the Senedd Election, but Plaid Cymru Has Other Ways to Reach Voters
TV coverage in the run-up to next May’s Senedd election is likely to give Reform UK a visibility advantage over Plaid Cymru, with Cardiff University research finding Reform heavily referenced on BBC and ITV’s News at Ten in 2025 while Plaid was barely mentioned. Polling suggests Plaid and Reform could be competing for the most seats, but the same survey indicates Plaid supporters are less dependent on television and more likely to use apps, websites and social media, potentially reducing the impact of the TV imbalance. Researchers also warn that many people in Wales mainly consume UK-wide news that rarely covers Welsh politics, contributing to information gaps across social groups.
Mexican Navy plane crashes off the Texas coast, killing five
A Mexican Navy aircraft crashed off the coast near Galveston, Texas, killing all five people on board, according to the Mexican military.
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