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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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Crypto market roars back as Bitcoin surges past key levels
Bitcoin rebounds to $91,000, sparking speculation on the crypto market’s recovery momentum.
Bitcoin rebounds to $91,000, sparking speculation on the crypto market’s recovery momentum.
The crypto market is snapping back to life, with Bitcoin and major altcoins turning green in a broad rebound that has traders wondering whether this momentum marks the start of a true recovery. With Bitcoin reclaiming the USD 91,000 level after November’s slump, questions are mounting about what’s genuinely driving the rally.
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Global EV shake-up: Australia slows, China surges, Lexus teases supercar
Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.
Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.
Australia’s electric vehicle market is facing a slowdown, with sales struggling to hit the 100,000 mark this year.
Mike Costello from Cox Automotive breaks down the key barriers slowing adoption and explains whether current growth is enough to meet the country’s climate goals.
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Lando Norris secures his first F1 World Championship at Abu Dhabi, becoming Britain’s 11th World Champion with 423 points.
Lando Norris has clinched his maiden Formula 1 World Championship after an electrifying finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In a race packed with tension, Norris held onto third place — the exact result he needed to secure the title.
His performance not only sealed his first championship but also cemented him as Britain’s 11th F1 World Champion, marking a historic moment for McLaren and the sport.
Norris closed out the season with 423 points, marking a defining milestone in his career.
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