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WATCH – Actor Matthew McConaughey emotional tribute to Uvalde mass shooting victims

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3 years ago

June 8, 2022

The White House is hoping a bit of Hollywood star power will help bring the message of gun violence home for the millions of Americans who remain against any sort of reform

Actor Matthew McConaughey delivered both a passionate and emotional tribute during Tuesday’s press briefing, speaking about the children who died in Uvalde, urging lawmakers to take action.

McConaughey says he needed to tell the stories of the children and teachers who perished, to demonstrate the need for immediate action.

The actor grew up in Uvalde, Texas, meaning the Robb Elementary School tragedy strikes very close to home.

He says the U.S. is currently in a window of opportunity the country has never been in before and he believes this is the time when real change CAN happen.

He also spoke about the devastation the families of the Uvalde massacre are currently experiencing.

Earlier in the day, McConaughey held meetings with a number of key lawmakers on Capitol Hill, discussing the possibility of gun reform legislation.

Joining White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, the Academy Award-winning star told reporters he hopes he has made at least some progress during his trip to Washington.

In 20-21, McConaughey publicly considered running for Texas governor, but has ruled out any such political move… for now.

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Poland downs Russian drones amid airspace breach

Poland intercepted suspected Russian drones, sparking emergency meetings and military readiness amid tensions over Ukraine’s conflict.

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September 11, 2025

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Poland intercepted suspected Russian drones, sparking emergency meetings and military readiness amid tensions over Ukraine’s conflict.

Poland has intercepted suspected Russian drones that entered its airspace during an attack on Ukraine.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the incident an act of aggression, prompting emergency meetings, heightened military readiness, and a temporary closure of Polish airports.

NATO leaders are preparing to meet and discuss possible collective action.

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Oracle stock surges, pushing Ellison toward richest title

Oracle shares soar 43%, pushing Larry Ellison closer to top billionaire status amid AI cloud contract boom

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3 hours ago

September 11, 2025

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Oracle shares soar 43%, pushing Larry Ellison closer to top billionaire status amid AI cloud contract boom

In Short:
– Oracle shares rose 43% to $345.69, nearing a trillion-dollar valuation after multi-billion-dollar contracts were announced.
– Co-founder Larry Ellison’s net worth increased to $392.6 billion, making him a contender for the world’s richest person.

Oracle shares surged 43% to a record high of $345.69, putting the company close to joining the trillion-dollar club.

This spike follows the announcement of four multi-billion-dollar contracts on Tuesday, indicating a shift towards increased computing capacity necessary for AI development.

The surge boosts co-founder Larry Ellison’s net worth to approximately $392.6 billion, making him a contender for the world’s richest person, currently held by Elon Musk at $439.9 billion.

Oracle expects to see a market valuation around $913 billion if gains hold, contributing an additional $234 billion.

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Oracle’s significant contracts include one with OpenAI for about $300 billion in computing power over five years.

The partnership is critical as Oracle aims to expand its market share, currently dominated by Microsoft, Amazon, and Google, which collectively hold 65%.

The company also supports AI startups, including xAI, founded by Musk, affirming its essential role in upcoming large-scale AI infrastructure projects, projected to reach $500 billion.

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Charlie Kirk has died following shooting at Utah university

Charlie Kirk shot during speech at Utah Valley University as law enforcement investigates the incident

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September 11, 2025

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Charlie Kirk shot during speech at Utah Valley University as law enforcement investigates the incident

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– Charlie Kirk, conservative commentator, was shot during a speech at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
– Authorities are investigating the incident, with the community showing strong support for Kirk.

Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative commentator, has died after he was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

The incident occurred around noon local time, with video footage circulating on social media showing the moment shots were fired.Kirk is the founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, a significant conservative youth organisation active across 3,500 college campuses.

He has been influential on the right and is known for his podcast and “Prove Me Wrong” debates.

Kirk, 31, also played a key role in Donald Trump’s outreach to young voters during the 2024 election.

The university, located in Orem, Utah, is home to over 46,000 students, making it the largest in the state.