By Trend News Line 2024-06-30 01:02:09.
**Teenager Fatally Shot by Police in Upstate New York**
In a tragic incident that has shaken the community of Utica, authorities in upstate New York have confirmed the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy named Nyah Mway. Nyah, a refugee born in Myanmar and a member of the Karen ethnic minority, was tackled to the ground by police after he ran from them while carrying a replica handgun. The shooting took place around 10:15 p.m. on Friday night, with a bystander capturing the moment on video and sharing it on Facebook. The footage shows one of the officers chasing after Nyah and tackling him before a gunshot is heard while the teen is on the ground.
**Animal Rescuers Work to Save Dolphins Stranded in Cape Cod**
In a separate turn of events, animal rescuers in Massachusetts have been working tirelessly to keep dozens of dolphins away from shallow waters around Cape Cod after 125 of the creatures stranded themselves. Teams found one group of 10 Atlantic white-sided dolphins swimming in a dangerously shallow area at dawn on Saturday and successfully herded them out into deeper water. Another group of 25 dolphins was also spotted swimming close to the shore near Eastham, with efforts ongoing to guide them back to safety as the tide dropped throughout the morning. Tragically, ten dolphins lost their lives during the initial stranding on Friday at The Gut in Wellfleet.
**Former Lab Manager Convicted of Hoax Explosion at Boston Campus**
In a shocking development, a former lab manager at Northeastern University has been convicted of staging a hoax explosion at the Boston campus and then lying about the incident to federal agents. Jason Duhaime of San Antonio was found guilty on three counts on Friday and could face up to five years in prison and hefty fines for each offense. The 46-year-old’s previous attorneys withdrew from the case in January, with a public defender now representing him.
**Driver Charged with DWI After Nail Salon Crash Kills 4**
A tragic accident unfolded on Long Island as police arrested a man accused of driving while intoxicated after crashing his SUV into a nail salon, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to nine others. The incident occurred when Steven Schwally was speeding through a parking lot and drove his SUV through the front window of Hawaii Nail & Spa in Deer Park on Friday evening. Schwally, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries, was taken to the hospital for treatment. Authorities have not provided contact information for his legal representation.
**ESPN’s Dick Vitale Diagnosed with Cancer for Fourth Time**
In a heartbreaking announcement, longtime ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer for the fourth time. A biopsy of a lymph node in his neck confirmed the diagnosis, leading to scheduled surgery on Tuesday. The 85-year-old sports commentator has previously battled melanoma and lymphoma, undergoing radiation treatments last year for vocal cord cancer.
**Rare White Buffalo Born in Yellowstone Goes Missing**
Yellowstone National Park officials have raised concerns after a rare white buffalo, considered sacred to Native Americans, has gone missing since its birth on June 4. The birth of the white buffalo, a momentous event in Yellowstone’s history, aligns with a Lakota prophecy symbolizing better times ahead. However, the disappearance of the white buffalo underscores the ongoing need to protect wildlife and the environment.
**Driver Sentenced to 60 Years for Fatal Bus Stop Crash**
In a somber verdict, a driver found guilty of intoxication manslaughter in the deaths of eight people struck by an SUV outside a migrant shelter has been sentenced to 60 years in prison. George Alvarez, convicted on eight counts of intoxication manslaughter and 10 counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, caused the tragic incident in Brownsville, Texas, in May 2023.
**South African Researchers Test Nuclear Technology to Curb Rhino Poaching**
In a groundbreaking initiative, researchers in South Africa have begun injecting radioactive material into the horns of rhinos as part of a project to combat poaching. By using radiation detectors at national borders to identify the treated horns, authorities aim to arrest poachers and traffickers. The innovative research, involving veterinarians and nuclear experts, could potentially protect other vulnerable animals like elephants and pangolins from poaching threats.
**NFL Found Guilty of Breaking Antitrust Laws in Distribution of Sunday Ticket**
In a landmark ruling, a U.S. District Court determined that the NFL breached antitrust laws in its distribution of out-of-market Sunday afternoon games through the “Sunday Ticket” premium subscription service. While subscribers were awarded nearly $4.8 billion in damages, the future of the service remains uncertain following the verdict.
**Female Capybara Arrives in Florida for Breeding Program**
On a lighter note, a female capybara named Iyari has joined the Palm Beach Zoo in Florida as part of a breeding program to support the population of the South American rodents. The 10-month-old capybara, transferred from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, will be introduced to the zoo’s 2-year-old male capybara, Zeus, in hopes of expanding the capybara family. Gestation for capybaras lasts around five months, with an average litter size of four, prompting anticipation for potential baby capybaras at the zoo..
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