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Suspect arrested for UnitedHealth CEO murder in NYC
Suspect Luigi Mangione arrested in Brian Thompson’s murder, found with untraceable gun; motivation linked to corporate discontent.
Authorities have arrested Luigi Mangione, 26, in connection with the shooting death of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson.
Thompson was killed outside a Manhattan hotel last week, prompting a five-day manhunt.
Mangione was captured in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after a McDonald’s employee recognized him.
During the arrest, police found a “ghost gun,” silencer, and items linking him to the crime scene.
Investigators reported that the ghost gun might have been made using a 3D printer.
Mangione possessed multiple fake IDs, including one matching the identification used by Thompson’s killer.
Possible insight
A handwritten document with Mangione provided insight into his mindset, indicating resentment toward corporate America.
He has a background in Maryland and recent ties to San Francisco and Honolulu.
Authorities plan to extradite him to New York to face murder charges after he is questioned by detectives.
Thompson was shot early on a Wednesday morning and appeared to be intentionally targeted, as indicated by surveillance footage.
Words carved into shell casings at the scene referenced critical themes regarding the insurance industry.
Computer science
Mangione’s social media profiles suggest he has a degree in computer science from the University of Pennsylvania.
Thompson’s murder has sparked frustration among Americans facing challenges with health insurance claims.
He served as the CEO of UnitedHealth’s insurance unit since April 2021 and was attending an investor conference in New York.
UnitedHealth has declined to comment on the incident.
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Australia shuts millions of teen social media accounts
Australia’s social media ban leads to 4.7 million teen account closures, prompting debate over online safety and freedom.
Australia’s social media ban leads to 4.7 million teen account closures, prompting debate over online safety and freedom.
Nearly five million social media accounts belonging to Australian teenagers have been closed since the nation’s social media ban began in December. Platforms such as Instagram and TikTok were responsible for removing around 4.7 million accounts held by minors, according to the eSafety Commissioner.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the figures as encouraging, highlighting the government’s commitment to protecting children online. The new law holds social media companies accountable, with fines imposed on platforms that fail to prevent underage accounts from being created or maintained.
Despite these measures, some teenagers have reportedly bypassed the restrictions by falsifying their ages or using parental information. The debate continues over the effectiveness of these regulations and the balance between safety and online freedom.
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Iran protests and the global fight for freedom
Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.
Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.
Amid escalating protests in Iran, citizens are risking everything to demand women’s rights and basic freedoms. The world watches as these demonstrations grow, with many hoping for meaningful change in the face of a brutal regime.
We speak with Rabbi Abraham Cooper from the Simon Wiesenthal Center about the advocacy work supporting Iranian voices and the historical context of defending human rights. He explains the vital role of international solidarity and how governments and communities can respond.
From the human cost on the ground to the influence of the Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles, this interview sheds light on the stakes, the movement, and why public attention is critical.
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Greenland and Denmark signal security divide with the United States
Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.
Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.
Greenland and Denmark have used high-level talks in Washington, D.C. to firmly restate that the Arctic island is not for sale, pushing back against long-standing US interest in the strategically vital territory.
Foreign ministers from both Greenland and Denmark acknowledged that major disagreements remain following discussions with US officials, despite what they described as constructive engagement on shared priorities.
Greenland’s government made clear it is open to closer cooperation with Washington, but only on its own terms, rejecting any suggestion of ownership or control.
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