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The Supreme Court is set to consider a case that could have far-reaching implications for public corruption cases, including the ongoing trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan. The case involves former Portage, Ind. mayor James Snyder, who was convicted of “corrupt solicitation” for accepting $13,000 from a trucking company after engineering city contracts in its favor. The central question before the court is whether the law used to prosecute Snyder also criminalizes “gratuities,” or rewards given corruptly without a quid pro quo. Snyder’s attorneys argue that the law only covers bribery, while prosecutors contend that it includes…

Parents have expressed outrage at Meta’s decision to lower the age limit for WhatsApp, accusing the social media giant of putting children at risk in favor of profits. The move, which now allows children as young as 13 to use the messaging app, has been met with criticism from various sectors of society. Campaigners have called the decision “tone deaf,” with concerns raised about the potential dangers of allowing younger users access to a platform that is end-to-end encrypted. Vicky Ford, a member of the Commons’ education committee, highlighted the risks of illegal content being shared on WhatsApp, which can…

Belgian intelligence claims that Russia has been paying members of the European Parliament to expand its influence network, sparking concerns of interference in the upcoming elections. Prime Minister Alexander De Croo revealed that prosecutors in Belgium are investigating suspected Russian interference with the goal of impacting Ukraine policy. According to Belgian intelligence, pro-Russia influence networks have been identified across multiple European countries, including Belgium. In a coordinated effort with the Czech Republic, it is alleged that Russia approached members of the European Parliament and offered them money to promote pro-Russian sentiment. De Croo emphasized the clear objectives of Moscow, stating…

K-Pop star Park Bo-Ram dies aged 30 K-Pop singer Park Bo-Ram has died aged 30. She is said to have been found unconscious at a friend’s house, with a statement announced by agency Xanadu Entertainment reading: ‘Park Bo Ram suddenly left us in the late evening of April 11.’ In the statement sent to AllKPop, it went on: ‘Our hearts are deeply troubled as we deliver this sudden news to her fans ‘A wake and funeral proceedings will be scheduled after a discussion with the singer’s family.’

Kanye West’s ex Julia Fox frees the nipple in naked underwear that would make Bianca Censori envious Julia Fox hit the streets of Los Angeles in her most daring outfit yet – giving ex Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori a run for their money. The model, 34, is certainly no stranger to outrageous fashion choices, serving looks in everything from ‘real human hair’ to condoms, neckties, and an array of household items. But her latest attire might be her most wild yet as she took a stroll in Los Angeles baring everything… Sort of. The Uncut Gems actress…

Lily Allen reveals burning sex question she had when dating husband David Harbour Lily Allen revealed in a hilarious podcast moment that she had to Google how long she had to wait to sleep with her now-husband actor David Harbour. In her podcast on BBC Sounds, Miss Me? with Miquita Oliver, who she has been friends with for many years, Lily, 38, revealed that she had some burning sex questions when it came to dating her Stranger Things star husband. The F*ck You singer explained that she really wasn’t much of a dater and her first date with David, 49,…

Fans delighted as Formula 1 announce major change to 2025 race calendar Formula 1 have announced the race calendar for 2025, and fans are thrilled at one major change that has been made. Just like in 2024, next year will feature a record 24 grand prix, with no races dropped or new ones added in. However, Bahrain will no longer be the venue for the season opener which has reverted back to Australia. The Albert Park street circuit in Melbourne was the traditional curtain raiser for F1, hosting every first race of the year from 1996 to 2019, with one…

Jurgen Klopp slams players after Liverpool thrashed by Atalanta in Europa League Jurgen Klopp says he didn’t know his players were capable of the performances they produced in a ‘really bad’ 3-0 loss to Atalanta at Anfield in the Europa League quarter-finals. Klopp did not field his strongest team on Thursday night, with the likes of Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, Andy Robertson and Dominik Szoboszlai on the bench, but it was still a very good starting XI. However, Anfield was stunned as former West Ham striker Gianluca Scamacca scored twice and Mario Pasalic completed the surprise rout late on. The…

Al-Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah whipped by supporter after Saudi Super Cup final Al-Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah was whipped by supporter after his side’s defeat to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final on Thursday evening. Al-Hilal ran out 4-1 winners at the Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, while Moroccan striker Hamdallah scored his side’s equaliser in the second half. During Al-Hilal’s celebrations after their win, Hamdallah confronted the angry fan in the stands and squirted water in the man’s direction. The supporter then responded by lashing Hamdallah with a whip before he was pulled away by a nearby…

Three of Harry Kane’s children injured in car crash in Germany Three of Harry Kane’s children were injured in a car crash in Germany just a day before the England captain played for Bayern Munich in their Champions League clash with Arsenal in London. The incident occurred at around 5:15pm on a road outside Schaftlarn, a town to the south of Munich. The driver of a grey Renault wanted to turn left onto the motorway slip road and collided with an oncoming black Mercedes Vito, which were transporting Kane’s children. It’s understood that three of Kane’s children – Louis, 3,…