Jack Catterall became the World Boxing Association Regular Welterweight Champion on May 23, 2026, after defeating Shakhram Giyasov at "Glory in Giza" in Egypt. The bout's judges scored it favorably for Catterall, improving his record to 33-2, while Giyasov’s first loss brought him to 17-1.
BKB champ Rolando Dy KOs Brooklyn, New York’s Paul Malignaggi in Manchester
Rolando Gabriel Dy successfully defended his Bare Knuckle Boxing Super Welterweight World Championship title at "BKB 54: Mayhem in Manchester" by defeating Paul Malignaggi via knockout in the second round. Dy’s performance solidifies his status as a top fighter and a proud representative of the Philippines in global combat sports.
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Massapequa Park, New York’s Rex Heuermann admits he killed 8 women
Rex Heuermann, 62, pleaded guilty to murdering eight women whose remains were found on Long Island. The former architect admitted to strangling his victims over 17 years. Under a plea deal, he faces life without parole and will cooperate with the FBI, providing long-awaited closure to the victims' grieving families.
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US Marshals arrest Donovan Berry in Buffalo, New York, Naveah Jackson in Pine Hills, Buffalo
U.S. Marshals recently captured two high-profile fugitives in multi-state operations. In Buffalo, Donovan Berry was arrested for a Texas bar shooting. Meanwhile, in Florida, authorities apprehended Naveah Jackson following a dangerous 19-mile chase in New York. Both arrests highlight the successful coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement.
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Albany, New York’s Jonathan Munafo arrested in Richmond, Virginia
Jonathan J. Munafo, a January 6 defendant pardoned by Donald Trump, was arrested in Virginia for violating release conditions. Though pardoned for assaulting a police officer, Munafo remains under supervision for a 2022 Michigan threats case. He now faces a federal hearing after allegedly absconding from supervision in New York.
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13 things about Miss Global Philippines 2026 Valerie Pawid West
Valerie Claire Pawid West, the first beauty queen from Ifugao, Philippines, has represented the country in various pageants, including Miss Universe Philippines and Miss World Philippines. A biomedical engineering graduate, she is also a musculoskeletal researcher, EMT, singer, and martial artist, actively involved in multiple competitions and esteemed organizations.
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13 things about Mister Universe 2024 first runner-up Cormac Murphy
Cormac Murphy, an Irish-American health and fitness coach and model, represented the U.S. in Mister Universe 2024, finishing as a runner-up. Born in Ireland and based in New York, he has participated in various competitions and modeling events, earning titles like Mister New York USA 2024 and Mister USA 2024.
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13 things about Kampala native Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, an Indian-Ugandan-American politician, was born in Uganda to Indian-descended parents. He has a background in housing counseling and music, notably as an artist. A Democrat, he became a New York State Assembly member in 2021 and will assume office as New York City mayor in 2026.
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Buffalo, New York’s Kidane Haile held without bail
Kidane Haile, 30, worked as a college financial aid advisor for the University at Buffalo. On October 18, 2025, he allegedly killed his girlfriend Kathleen "Katie" Carrig and set fire to their apartment while she and their 4-day-old son Noah Craig were inside.
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Robert Pattinson’s ‘Die My Love’ co-star Jennifer Lawrence wears witch’s hat in New York City
Jennifer Lawrence attended a festive event in New York City on October 26, 2025, wearing a witch's hat and a stylish outfit. Born in Kentucky, she pursued acting after being discovered in NYC. She married Cooke Maroney in 2019 and has two children. Her film "Die My Love," starring Robert Pattinson, premiered at Cannes in May 2025.
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