Legal battle over Nashville shooter manifesto ongoing, Deutsche Bank compensates Epstein accuser, Indiana Jones returns.

Tim MeadsMay 20, 2023

Legal Fight Over Nashville Shooter Manifesto Continues

Republican Tennessee lawmakers are demanding the release of the Covenant school shooter’s writings, medical records, and toxicology reports. They argue that they cannot pass gun reform until they have all the facts. However, officials at Covenant School are fighting to keep some of the documents private. A judge is expected to rule on whether or not to release the “manifesto” in June.

Deutsche Bank Pays Millions To Alleged Epstein Victim

Deutsche Bank has agreed to pay $75 million to settle a class action lawsuit filed by an alleged victim of Jeffrey Epstein. The female victim, listed as “Jane Doe” in court papers, claims that the bank “enabled” Epstein to operate his alleged sex ring. The money will be used to compensate several of Epstein’s victims.

Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral Price Tag Revealed

The cost of Queen Elizabeth’s funeral last year has been revealed in a report to Parliament. The days-long memorial, attended by many world leaders, cost the U.K. government £162 million, which translates to nearly $200 million.

Irish Asylum Seekers

Ireland has accepted tens of thousands of refugees in recent years, and its government recently warned that the country could expect 80,000 asylum-seekers in 2023 alone. Mass protests against that plan have rocked the small country of five million. The Irish Refugee Council has called for asylum-seekers to be taken off the streets, and the Irish government is considering housing them in cruise ships off the coast of Cork known as “floatels.”

Rafael Nadal Out At French Open

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the 2023 French Open due to a hip injury he suffered in January. Nadal, a native of Spain, has dominated France’s red clay throughout his career, winning it a record 14 times.

Oscar Mayer WeinerMobile Renamed

The iconic hot dog company Oscar Mayer is renaming its classic WeinerMobile to the “FrankMobile.” The move pays homage to the brand’s 100% Beef Franks, as it debuts a tasty new recipe that is more flavorful than ever.

Indiana Jones Is Back

Indiana Jones is swinging back onto the big screen, this time at the Cannes film festival. 80-year-old Harrison Ford stars as Professor Jones in “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” but says it will be the last time he plays the beloved character. This is the first time an Indiana Jones film will not be directed by Steven Spielberg, though he is credited as producer. “The Dial of Destiny” will be released on June 30 in the U.S.

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