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Two women died on Sunday at a Kentucky church in a shooting spree that began when a state trooper was wounded after making a traffic stop, police said. The suspect in both shootings was also killed.The suspect carjacked a vehicle after the traffic stop near Lexington’s airport and fled to Richmond Road Baptist Church, where he opened fire, Lexington police Chief Lawrence Weathers said. Killed in the shootings at the church were a 72-year-old woman and a 32-year-old woman, the local coroner said.Two other people were wounded at the church and taken to a local hospital, the police chief said. One…
Home Daily News Disbarred lawyer who disappeared is sentenced… Criminal Justice Disbarred lawyer who disappeared is sentenced for stealing client money, including funds for woman’s care By Debra Cassens Weiss July 9, 2025, 8:55 am CDT A disbarred South Florida lawyer has been sentenced to 33 months in prison and ordered to pay more than $760,000 in restitution for stealing money from clients, including estate funds intended to pay for the care of a woman who is now 89 years old. (Image from Shutterstock) A disbarred South Florida lawyer has been sentenced to 33 months in prison and ordered to…
Tea, treats and the prettiest afternoon set-ups in DubaiTea, cake, and the perfect excuse to relax – what’s not to love? Think plush settings, picture-perfect decor, and ocean views – Dubai has afternoon tea down to an art. Whether you’re here for the endless pours of tea or just in it for the pastries, from classic and laid-back vibes to creative and over-the-top indulgence, there’s no shortage of the best afternoon teas in Dubai to get your tea fix. Here are 16 of the best afternoon teas in Dubai to check out right now.Click through the galleryThe LanaSweet and savoury…
Two people have been fatally shot at a church in Kentucky after a car chase that began with a gunman shooting and injuring a police officer, officials said.The suspect shot a state trooper during a traffic stop before car-jacking a vehicle and driving to Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, where he opened fire at parishioners, before law enforcement shot him dead.Two women, aged 72 and 32, died in Sunday’s incident at the place of worship, and two male parishioners were injured, said police. Investigators believe the suspect had a connection to individuals at the church. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear…
Ford is recalling nearly a million cars in Canada and the United States because the low-pressure fuel pump inside the vehicles may fail — and potentially cause an engine stall while driving, increasing crash risks.The recall covers: Ford Bronco, model years 2021 and 2022. Ford Expedition, 2022. Ford Explorer, 2021 and 2022. Ford F-150, 2021 and 2022. Ford F-250 Super Duty, 2021-2023. Ford F-350 Super Duty, 2021-2023. Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2021-2023. Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2021-2023. Ford Mustang, 2021 and 2022. Ford Police Interceptor Utility, 2021 and 2022. Lincoln Navigator, 2021 and 2022. Lincoln Aviator, 2021-2023. Ford plans to…
Home The Modern Law Library Try estate law for a practice with work-life… The Modern Law Library Try estate law for a practice with work-life balance, says ‘Lifestyle Lawyer Revolution’ author By Lee Rawles July 9, 2025, 11:33 am CDT Photo courtesy of Laura Cowan. Laura Cowan started her career in finance, earning a certified public accountant license and working at Ernst & Young and Goldman Sachs. When she decided to go to law school at age 35, she knew that she wanted to launch a boutique law firm with a practice area that complemented that financial background. Estate law…
Discovering the alluring duality of Red Sea’s ultra-luxury land and sea gemsThe sun is setting behind a dramatic backdrop of commanding, craggy mountain peaks. A DJ spins chilled beats under a constellation of spotlights. Well-heeled guests sip cocktails out of fancy glassware on an alfresco terrace. But this isn’t the French Alps, nor a hip new spot on the Adriatic. This is Desert Rock, the newest addition to the Red Sea’s luxury hotel scene. On Saudi Arabia’s northwest coast, the Red Sea project is pioneering the Kingdom’s tourism transformation. And while island resorts will dominate this breathtaking new destination, Desert…
US President Donald Trump has defended Pam Bondi, America’s highest-ranking prosecutor, amid growing calls from the president’s supporters for her to resign.In a lengthy social media post, Trump hit out at complaints from critics who have accused Bondi of withholding more information about the death of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his so-called client list. The mounting attacks from critics come after a memo released by Bondi’s Justice Department last week failed to deliver what many had hoped would be major revelations in the Epstein case.”Let Pam Bondi do her job,” Trump wrote in all caps, encouraging his supporters to…
Ukrainian intelligence agents on Sunday killed members of a Russian secret service cell wanted on suspicion of having shot dead a colonel in Ukraine’s SBU security service last week, the SBU said.The intelligence agency said in a statement that the operation had sought the arrest of the agents of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), who it believes were behind the killing of SBU colonel Ivan Voronych in Kyiv on Thursday.”This morning a special operation was conducted, during which the members of the Russian FSB’s agent cell started to resist, and therefore they were liquidated,” the statement on the Telegram messaging app said.Russian…
Home Daily News Is this the year for associate raises? Lawyer Pay Is this the year for associate raises? By Debra Cassens Weiss July 10, 2025, 2:58 pm CDT Law firm associates hoping for a bump in the salary scale this year may have to keep waiting. (Image from Shutterstock) Law firm associates hoping for a bump in the salary scale this year may have to keep waiting, according to a recruiter who spoke with Bloomberg Law. Ru Bhatt, a recruiter with legal recruiting firm Major Lindsey & Africa, doesn’t think that there will be raises to base pay this…