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2+ week, 3+ day ago (430+ words) In a candid letter to shareholders this week, Warren Buffett admitted his original vision for large-scale philanthropy through the Giving Pledge hasn't panned out as he'd hoped. Now 95 and still worth about $150 billion, Buffett confessed that his original plans for giving away his fortune "did not prove feasible,... Buffett Rethinks Giving Pledge, Puts Kids in Charge of Billions In a candid letter to shareholders this week, Warren Buffett admitted his original vision for large-scale philanthropy through the Giving Pledge hasn't panned out as he'd hoped. Now 95 and still worth about $150 billion, Buffett confessed that his original plans for giving away his fortune "did not prove feasible," citing lessons learned from watching other failed attempts at wealth transfers, per Fortune. Instead, he's shifted to a more family-oriented approach, allocating about $500 million a year for each of his three children's charitable foundations…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago (408+ words) A Chilean national with a globe-spanning criminal record has pleaded guilty to stealing the purse of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem at a Washington, DC restaurant and will face deportation after he gets out of prison. Prosecutors say Mario Bustamante Leiva, 50, who has convictions for theft in the UK... Man Who Stole Noem's Purse Faces Deportation A Chilean national with a globe-spanning criminal record has pleaded guilty to stealing the purse of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem at a Washington, DC restaurant and will face deportation after he gets out of prison. Prosecutors say Mario Bustamante Leiva, 50, who has convictions for theft in the UK and Chile, stole Noem's Gucci bag containing her ID, passport, badge, and $3,000 in cash while she was dining with family at an upscale restaurant. His signed plea agreement says he stole from three people, including…...

2+ day, 21+ hour ago (433+ words) Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades burned through the night, leaving at least 44 people dead and 279 reported missing with rescuers still pulling residents from blazing high-rise apartment buildings into Thursday morning. Police arrested three men on suspicion of manslaughter in connection with the fire which began Wednesday afternoon... 3 Arrested in Connection With Hong Kong Fire Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades burned through the night, leaving at least 44 people dead and 279 reported missing with rescuers still pulling residents from blazing high-rise apartment buildings into Thursday morning. Police arrested three men on suspicion of manslaughter in connection with the fire which began Wednesday afternoon in a housing complex in Tai Po district, the AP reports. By Thursday morning local time, the fire was yet to be put out and rescues continued. Hundreds of residents were evacuated as the fire spread across…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (674+ words) President Trump denounced ABC News' Mary Bruce as a "terrible reporter" Tuesday and threatened the network's license to broadcast after she asked him three sharp questions at the White House. The network's chief White House correspondent was among reporters let into the Oval Office to question the president and Saudi... Trump Lashes Out at Another Journalist President Trump denounced ABC News' Mary Bruce as a "terrible reporter" Tuesday and threatened the network's license to broadcast after she asked him three sharp questions at the White House. The network's chief White House correspondent was among reporters let into the Oval Office to question the president and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the AP reports. She asked Trump whether it was appropriate for his family to be doing business in Saudi Arabia while he was president. - Before he could answer, she…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (432+ words) Federal authorities say two men in Michigan were plotting an ISIS-inspired attack on LGBTQ+ bars over Halloween, but the FBI intervened before anything could happen. According to a criminal complaint filed Monday, Mohmed Ali and Majed Mahmoud are accused of conspiring to commit terrorism by transferring firearms and ammunition, per... Feds: Michigan Terror Plot Targeted LGBTQ+ Bars Federal authorities say two men in Michigan were plotting an ISIS-inspired attack on LGBTQ+ bars over Halloween, but the FBI intervened before anything could happen. According to a criminal complaint filed Monday, Mohmed Ali and Majed Mahmoud are accused of conspiring to commit terrorism by transferring firearms and ammunition, per the Detroit Free Press. Investigators say the pair, along with three other co-conspirators, including a juvenile, shared ISIS-related materials, discussed possible attacks, and trained with firearms over several months. The FBI says the…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (426+ words) Kim Yong Nam, a quintessential North Korean bureaucrat whose lifelong loyalty to the ruling Kim dynasty allowed him to serve as the country's ceremonial head of state for two decades, has died, North Korea's state media reported Tuesday. The Korean Central News Agency said Tuesday that Kim Yong Nam, former... North Korea's Longtime Head of State Dies at 97 Kim Yong Nam, a quintessential North Korean bureaucrat whose lifelong loyalty to the ruling Kim dynasty allowed him to serve as the country's ceremonial head of state for two decades, has died, North Korea's state media reported Tuesday. The Korean Central News Agency said Tuesday that Kim Yong Nam, former president of the Presidium of North Korea's rubber-stamp Supreme People's Assembly, died Monday at 97. KCNA said that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the bier of Kim Yong Nam on Tuesday…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago (490+ words) The thousands of people lining the streets of the five boroughs on Saturday to cheer on the 55,000 runners in the New York City Marathon had competitions worth seeing. Hellen Obiri of Kenya convincingly won the women's title for the second time, beating the course record by more than... Early Celebration Nearly Costs NYC Marathon Winner The thousands of people lining the streets of the five boroughs on Saturday to cheer on the 55,000 runners in the New York City Marathon had competitions worth seeing. Hellen Obiri of Kenya convincingly won the women's title for the second time, beating the course record by more than two minutes with her time of 2 hours,19 minutes, 51 seconds. On the men's side, Benson Kipruto of Kenya nearly cost himself the victory at the finish line, the New York Times reports. Over the last 50 minutes, Alexander Mutiso…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago (434+ words) Japan has deployed its military to assist in managing a record surge of bear attacks in the northern prefecture of Akita, where residents have grown increasingly alarmed by frequent encounters with the animals near schools, train stations, and supermarkets. "It has affected how people live their lives, forcing them to... After Bears Kill 12 in 6 Months, Japan Sends In the Troops Japan has deployed its military to assist in managing a record surge of bear attacks in the northern prefecture of Akita, where residents have grown increasingly alarmed by frequent encounters with the animals near schools, train stations, and supermarkets. "It has affected how people live their lives, forcing them to stop going out or cancel events," Kazuno Mayor Shinji Sasamoto tells Reuters. Since April, bears have killed 12 people across the country'the highest annual death toll since the government began tracking…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago (408+ words) Kevin Spacey will face a civil trial next year over sexual assault allegations from three men, including two involved in the criminal trial in which he was acquitted in 2023 . The High Court in London has set a provisional date of Oct. 12, 2026, for the proceedings, which may be... Kevin Spacey to Face Another Trial Kevin Spacey will face a civil trial next year over sexual assault allegations from three men, including two involved in the criminal trial in which he was acquitted in 2023. The High Court in London has set a provisional date of Oct. 12, 2026, for the proceedings, which may be combined into one trial or held consecutively, the BBC reports. The accusations span from 2000 to 2013, a period overlapping with Spacey's role as artistic director at London's Old Vic theatre. Spacey has denied all allegations of wrongdoing. He has formally contested…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (419+ words) Jon Stewart is sticking around at the Daily Show for at least another year, according to Comedy Central. The network announced Monday that Stewart's contract has been extended through 2026, ensuring his continued presence as host one night a week, the New York Times reports. Stewart, whose initial deal was... Jon Stewart Staying at Daily Show Desk Through 2026 Jon Stewart is sticking around at the Daily Show for at least another year, according to Comedy Central. The network announced Monday that Stewart's contract has been extended through 2026, ensuring his continued presence as host one night a week, the New York Times reports. Stewart, whose initial deal was set to expire in December, had recently indicated his interest in staying on. Since Stewart's return to the show in February 2024, ratings have seen a boost, especially on Mondays when he is at the…...