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A Montgomery County rideshare driver, Abdoulaye Dia from Guinea, faces serious charges after allegedly raping a teen in Silver Spring — and he’s already been arrested twice: once in New York for sexual abuse of a minor, and now in Maryland. Border Patrol says he entered the U.S. illegally in Arizona last December but was later released. Police are urging anyone who may have been targeted by this driver to come forward.

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President Trump just slapped a ban on CNN, MSNOW, and Politico from White House access—calling their coverage “fake news” and warning other outlets could follow. This move sparks First Amendment concerns, echoing past restrictions like the February 2025 AP blockade. No specific examples were given, but the President’s frustration is clear: he says these outlets shouldn’t be allowed to spread “fiction and lies.” The legal and journalistic fallout? Still unfolding.

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Hayden Panettiere, 36, may have died from a single fentanyl-laced oxycodone pill, according to law enforcement sources investigating a suspected black-market drug supplier in LA. Her private Malibu memorial will honor her vibrant life and career—from “Heroes” and “Nashville” to films like “Remember the Titans” and music—focusing on celebration over struggle. Toxicology results are pending, but authorities are zeroing in on the deadly pill’s origin as they probe the dealer behind her final dose.

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A groundbreaking AI model called AlphaFold is revolutionizing biology by accurately predicting how proteins fold — a decades-old puzzle that could unlock new treatments, drugs, and industrial enzymes. Trained on 170,000 protein structures, it uses deep learning to decode amino acid sequences into precise 3D shapes, with results so accurate they’re already reshaping scientific research. The team’s open-access database of over 350,000 predictions invites global collaboration, accelerating discovery across medicine and biotech — proving AI’s power to solve nature’s toughest mysteries.

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Four hundred thousand gas pool heaters are being recalled due to carbon monoxide risks — a silent killer that could cause serious harm. These Hayward HDFS400 units, brown with black tops and measuring 21x28x31 inches, require immediate shutdown. No injuries yet, but the CPSC urges owners to contact Hayward for free inspections and repairs. Don’t ignore this — safety starts with awareness.

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An 80-year-old Missouri man, James Lyon, faces up to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to “stolen valor” — falsely claiming combat service and medals to swindle over $124,000 from the VA. He allegedly dodged Marine Corps training in 1966 but later lied about serving multiple tours in Vietnam, earning top honors. Authorities say his deception betrays veterans who truly sacrificed, and a sentencing hearing looms as justice seeks accountability for exploiting a system meant for heroes.

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Amazon’s paying out more cash from its $2.5 billion FTC settlement — now expanding refunds to up to $200 per person, with automatic payments starting in 2025. Originally capped at $51, the new plan includes extra payouts if you don’t hit that amount by Feb 2027, plus those who already got a refund could see an additional $149 to reach $200. The FTC originally accused Amazon of making Prime feel mandatory and burying cancellation options — and now, the company’s changing its ways.

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Dallas Cowboys’ Week One meltdown against the Giants exposed crippling communication breakdowns on defense, leaving them ranked last in third-down stops. This week, Washington’s game plan is simple: exploit those flaws with relentless motion, multiple formations, and a deliberate focus on forcing Dallas to scramble — especially with their rookie defensive caller under pressure. With key defenders sidelined and the QB facing little pressure when Dallas rushes four, Washington’s offensive line will feast on that weakness while other playmakers step up if Dallas overcommits to stopping their star receiver. Can Dallas fix their mess in time — or will Washington turn their early-season woes into a statement win?

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A 21-year-old man, Sayed Mohammad Hamed Shams, lost his life in a tragic crash on Hansen Farm Road in Bristow, Virginia, after crossing double yellow lines while attempting to pass another vehicle — a maneuver that led to a high-speed loss of control and a fatal collision with a parked tractor-trailer. Authorities point to excessive speed as a key factor in this devastating accident, which occurred around 2:44 PM in Prince William County. Sayed was pronounced dead at the scene — a sobering reminder of how quickly lives can be lost behind the wheel and the critical importance of safe, responsible driving.

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