Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, 63, also known as the Butcher of Teheran, has died in a helicopter crash, according to Iranian news reports. Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian was among those killed, along with seven (7) others.
His passing comes virtually as an “instant Karma” at a difficult time in the Middle East, with a conflict raging in Gaza. The helicopter crashed just weeks after Iran launched a drone and missile attack on Israel in reaction to a deadly raid on its diplomatic complex in Damascus.
Ebrahim Raisi, the current president of Iran, has a contentious and deeply troubling history, particularly regarding human rights abuses and atrocities committed during his time in various judicial roles. His presidency is often overshadowed by allegations and documented instances of severe human rights violations that date back decades.
Early Career and the 1988 Mass Executions
Ebrahim Raisi’s involvement in state-sanctioned violence began in earnest during the late 1980s. At the time, he was a deputy prosecutor in Tehran and later became a key figure in the so-called “death commissions” during the 1988 mass executions. These commissions were responsible for interrogating thousands of political prisoners, many of whom were members or supporters of the People’s Mujahedin of Iran (MEK) and other opposition groups. The process was swift and brutal, with many prisoners being sentenced to death in a matter of minutes.
According to human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, these mass…
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By Jonas BronckOn Thursday, May 9, 2024, at approximately 1339 hours, New York City Police Department (NYPD) police officers responded to a 911 call for a male, shot in the vicinity of 174th Street and Davidson Avenue, within the confines of the 46th Precinct in the Bronx.
Upon arrival, officers observed a 24-year-old male and a 22-year-old female, unconscious and unresponsive, each with a gunshot wound to the head.
EMS responded and pronounced them deceased on the scene.
Following proper family notification, the victims have been identified as indicated.
Victims:
Monroe Tillman & Emely Morales
address withheld
Bronx, NY 10453
There have been no arrests made and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to call the NYPD‘s Crime Stoppers hotline at 1–800–577–TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1–888–57–PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers‘ website or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577.
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Editorial
You should know that in one of his first public appearances, after having resigned as Governor for New York State, Andrew Cuomo will be visiting the South Bronx. His visit to the Bronx is to meet with Members of “The New York Hispanic Clergy Organization”, which I preside over.
As you know, last summer Governor Cuomo resigned, when he was accused and practically abandoned by all his friends, politicians, and community groups, whom he had helped in the past. These so-called friends, and groups that were all too happy to kiss his ring, joined the “cancel culture” environment, that plaques us all, without due process, they washed their hands with a dismissive attitude, sending the message “Crucify him, crucify him”.
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The sports betting market has grown significantly in recent years. Read on to find out why more and more US citizens are betting on sports.
By Jonas Bronck / PublisherIn 2023, the sports betting industry increased in value by a staggering 44.5% from the previous year, with over $11 billion in revenue. This growth represents more generated revenue than every other source of income in the gaming industry, including iGaming, table games, and slots. Several factors have contributed to this sudden growth, including legalization, technology, and a cultural shift. Below, we will discuss why more US citizens are betting on sports and what the future looks like.
State-Level Legalization
Betting on sports was taboo, and it was illegal in most states in the United States. However, a shift in the legal landscape has enabled people to enjoy betting on all types of games, including sports. The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, which occurred in 1992, meant that betting on sports was prohibited mainly in the United States. It was not until 2018 that the federal ban was removed, essentially making betting on in-person and online sports legal.
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