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In 2019, US Navy SEALs accidentally killed North Korean civilians during a covert mission to plant listening devices, with reports indicating errors and efforts to conceal the incident, and President Trump reportedly approved the operation.
A well-maintained 2019 Ford Mustang GT with the 5.0-liter Coyote V8, Performance Package 2, and Recaro seats is listed for $31,995 in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering a compelling mix of performance and condition at a price lower than new, making it a potentially good deal for enthusiasts.
A Hong Kong court sentenced 12 people to prison for storming the city's legislative council building during the 2019 anti-government protests. The defendants, including former student leader Althea Suen and actor Gregory Wong, received jail terms ranging from 4 1/2 years to 6 years and 10 months. Some supporters of the defendants cried in the courtroom after the sentences were handed down. Two reporters were also involved in the case, with one fined 1,500 Hong Kong dollars and the other 1,000 Hong Kong dollars for unlawful entry into the legislature.
In 2019, the Chicago Cubs made several trades, including acquiring Donnie Dewees, Martin Maldonado, David Phelps, Nick Castellanos, Tony Kemp, and Brad Wieck. While some of these deals seemed promising at the time, the Cubs ultimately suffered a nine-game losing streak and missed the playoffs. Notably, the acquisition of Nick Castellanos was viewed positively despite his departure as a free agent. Overall, the 2019 trades are considered mediocre, with the Cubs receiving a grade of C for their efforts.
Consumer spending is on the rise, resembling pre-pandemic levels in 2019, indicating a positive trend in the economy.