Volkswagen to recall 177k+ crossover SUVs in US over loose engine cover

Volkswagen is recalling 177,493 crossover SUVs due to a loose engine cover that poses a fire risk, with notifications starting April 18, 2025. Additionally, over 60,000 electric vehicles, including Volkswagen ID.4s and Audi Q4 e-Trons, are recalled for a faulty gear display, with notifications on April 25, 2025.

Richmond, Texas’s Abdulrahman Mohammed Hafedh Alqaysi faces up to $250K fine

Abdulrahman Mohammed Hafedh Alqaysi, a 28-year-old former Iraqi refugee in Texas, was charged with conspiracy to support ISIS and commit identity theft. Along with two associates, he allegedly defrauded and provided material support for ISIS from 2015 to 2020. He pleaded guilty and faces a potential 20-year prison sentence.

Why Winter Haven, Florida cops arrested Godfrey Hercules II, Mariah Banks

Godfrey Hercules II, 29, and Mariah Banks, 27, were arrested in Winter Haven, Florida, on March 4, 2025, after Hercules brandished a firearm during a dispute. Their daughter, 3, was present. The couple was detained but released later. Charges were filed for affray against both, and improper display of a weapon against Hercules.

Samyang Foods is Coachella’s partner in sauce, ramen categories

Samyang Foods has become the exclusive partner of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in sauce and ramen categories, marking a historic first for a Korean company. During the festival from April 11-20, 2025, Samyang will operate Buldak Ramen booths, celebrating the festival's 20th anniversary with major performances from top artists.

US Marshals arrest Huntington, New York’s Josue Zepeda-Padilla in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Josue Zepeda-Padilla, a 27-year-old illegal immigrant and member of MS-13, was implicated in a violent incident involving a 15-year-old boy in Huntington Station, NY, on January 6, 2024. The group assaulted the boy, leading to serious injuries. Arrested in March 2025, Zepeda-Padilla faces multiple felony charges.

Kids in Alaska, Hawaii and Guam are struggling with obesity: Study

A recent study found that children aged 2-8 in the USAPI region and Alaska and Hawaii have imbalanced micronutrient intake, with some nutrients excessive and others insufficient. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and NIH, it revealed correlations between poor nutrient intake, obesity, and acanthosis nigricans, indicating potential health risks.

US Marshals arrest Memphis, Tennessee’s Deunta Youngblood

Deunta Youngblood, 31, and Alfred Draper, 32, face charges of murdering Shanqualus M. Morgan in Memphis. Shanqualus died on October 13, 2023, after a violent attack. Both suspects were arrested in 2024 and 2025. Details about their connections remain unclear. Investigations continue into the case.

Claudia Quillian biography: 13 things about Ocala, Florida woman

Claudia Diane Quillian Snyder, born in Atlanta, Georgia, has a troubled legal history, including multiple arrests for drug-related offenses and driving violations across various states. Residing in Florida and South Carolina, Snyder has encountered several legal issues and became publicly known for making racist remarks on social media.

William Comfort biography: 10 things about Los Angeles, California man

William T. Comfort, a California resident, was born in 1995 and has a significant criminal record spanning several states. He was arrested in 2017 for burglary and participated in grandparent scams in 2022. After a June 2022 arrest in New York, he pleaded guilty in 2023 to conspiracy charges, agreeing to restitution of over $636,000.

Ontario’s Gareth West, Quebec’s Jimmy Ylimaki still at large

Gareth West and Jimmy Ylimaki, part of 25 Canadians charged in a $21 million scam targeting elderly individuals across the U.S., remain at large. The scam involved impersonating relatives in legal trouble to solicit funds from victims. An investigation led to the arrest of several suspects linked to call centers in Quebec.