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‘QAnon Shaman’ cops 41 month prison sentence for role in US Capitol riot

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3 years ago

November 18, 2021

Anthony Lucas

Jacob Chansley known to be the so-called ‘QAnon Shaman’ who played a big role in the January 6 Capitol riots has been jailed for 41 months

The Justice Department pushed for a harsh sentence in a bid to send a clear message and set an example among rioters.

Chansley has become an infamous figure after multiple photos were posted online of him wearing paint and a headdress inside the Senate chamber.

The trial’s judge has held the guilty individual in jail since his arrest despite multiple attempts to gain sympathy and subsequent release.

This case is one of the first and judges will likely look at the sentence as a benchmark for the 660 other rioters who have also been charged.

Video footage of Chansley was relied on heavily throughout the trial.

Meanwhile, in her remarks, the lead prosecutor said Chansley “posted messages on social media, encouraging his thousands of followers to expose corrupt politicians and end the so-called deep state”.. and this in itself “was a call to battle”.

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Helicopter carrying Iran’s President Raisi crashes

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7 hours ago

May 20, 2024

Ahron Young

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister crashed on Sunday as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog.

The official said the lives of Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were “at risk following the helicopter crash”, which happened on the way back from a visit to the border with Azerbaijan in Iran’s northwest.

“We are still hopeful but information coming from the crash site is very concerning,” the official told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.

A helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi takes off, May 19, 2024. Ali Hamed Haghdoust/IRNA/WANA via REUTERS

State TV quoted an official as saying at least one passenger and one crew member had been in contact with rescuers. It also said the helicopter had been found, though Iran’s Red Crescent denied this report.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate power with a final say on foreign policy and Iran’s nuclear programme, sought to reassure Iranians, saying there would be no disruption to state affairs. #iran #trending

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending