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crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Tragic End for Tyler Goodson, Central Figure of 'S-Town' Podcast, in Fatal Police Standoff

Tyler Goodson, a man known for his role in the popular podcast "S-Town," was shot and killed during a stand-off with police in Woodstock, Alabama. Goodson, who had a troubled past following the release of the podcast, allegedly brandished a gun at officers before being shot. The podcast, which focused on the life and death of horologist John B. McLemore, featured Goodson and other individuals in McLemore's life. Goodson leaves behind five children.

via WIAT - CBS42.com|

#alabama #crime #police-shooting

international-relations2 years ago•0 min saved

Emaciated Mikheil Saakashvili sparks Georgia-Ukraine stand-off

A video showing former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili looking emaciated has sparked a stand-off between Georgia and Ukraine. Saakashvili, who is currently residing in Ukraine, claims that he is being targeted by the Georgian government for his political activities. The video has raised concerns about his health and well-being, leading to calls for an investigation into his treatment. The incident has further strained the already tense relationship between Georgia and Ukraine.

via Financial Times|

#georgia #international-relations #mikheil-saakashvili

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

US Senate passes bill to avert default and end debt ceiling stand-off.

The US Senate has passed a bill to end the debt ceiling stand-off and avoid default. The bill suspends the debt ceiling until December 2022, allowing the government to continue borrowing to pay its bills. The Senate passed the bill with a 50-48 vote, with all Democrats voting in favor and all Republicans voting against. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives for approval.

via Financial Times|

#bill #debt-ceiling #default

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

"Debt ceiling standoff continues as Biden meets with political leaders"

US President Joe Biden is set to meet with political leaders as the stand-off over raising the US debt ceiling continues. The US Treasury has warned that the country could default on its debt if the ceiling is not raised by October 18. Republicans have refused to support a bill to raise the ceiling, demanding that Democrats address other issues first.

via Financial Times|

#joe-biden #meeting #political-leaders

finance2 years ago•0 min saved

US Debt Ceiling Stand-Off Sparks Market Anxiety.

Money market funds are facing risks due to the ongoing stand-off over the US debt ceiling. These funds invest in short-term debt securities, including US Treasury bills, and could face losses if the government defaults on its debt. The Treasury Department has warned that the US could run out of cash by October 18 if the debt ceiling is not raised, which could have significant implications for investors in money market funds.

via Financial Times|

#finance #investments #money-market-funds

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

RCSD Responds to High Priority Crisis Situation at Northeast Columbia Apartment Complex Involving Barricaded Suspect

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a domestic violence homicide that resulted in a stand-off after a man barricaded himself inside an apartment. A woman was found dead with a gunshot wound outside one of the apartment buildings. The male suspect, who deputies believed was armed, was found with a gunshot wound to the upper part of his body and taken to the hospital by EMS. The suspect and the victim had a romantic relationship.

via WIS News 10|

#crime #crisis-negotiators #domestic-violence