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Pope Leo leads Corpus Christi procession, calls for peace

5 days ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

Thousands of faithful lined the streets of Rome Sunday, June 22, for the feast of Corpus Christi. Pope Leo carried the monstrance in procession from the Sagrato of the Basilica of St. John Lateran to St Mary Major. Prior to the procession, mass was held on the steps of St. John Lateran. Popes have made the procession in many different ways. In 2004, John Paul II, suffering from serious health problems, traveled this route seated in the popemobile.
Security guard kills gunman who opened fire during church service in Michigan

5 days ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

A security guard shot and killed a man suspected of opening fire during church services in Wayne, Michigan, Sunday, June 22. The Associated Press reports the shooting happened at CrossPointe Community Church just outside of Detroit. The church’s pastor said a church deacon ran the suspect over with his truck, giving the security guard time to shoot him. Police described the suspect as a 31-year-old white male. The pastor tells the Detroit News the security guard was shot in the leg.
U.S. launches largest-ever B-2 strike in operation targeting Iranian nuclear facilities

6 days ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

In an early morning press conference on Sunday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Dan Caine shared specifics of Operation Midnight Hammer. Caine called the mission a “deliberate and precise strike against three Iranian nuclear facilities.”According to Caine, a large B-2 strike package comprised of bombers launched from the Whiteman Air Force Base as part of a plan to maintain tactical surprise.
10 months after sinking, superyacht is lifted from the seafloor off Sicily

6 days ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

Ten months after it sank, Mike Lynch’s superyacht was lifted from the seafloor on Saturday, June 21. The “Bayesian” yacht went down off the coast of Sicily, killing Lynch, his daughter and five others in 2024. Fifteen people, including a one-year-old child, were rescued from the scene. Download the SAN app today to stay up-to-date with Unbiased. Straight Facts™.
B-2 bombers depart as US weighs action on Iran’s nuclear facility

1 week ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

Several U.S. B-2 bombers departed Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri on Saturday, June 21. They are heading toward Andersen Air Force Base in Guam after refueling midair, according to a flight tracker called Aircraft Spots. President Donald Trump is expected to return to the White House on Saturday for discussions with the National Security Council to talk about potentially joining Israel in its attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, The New York Times reported.
Police warn of rising 'jugging' crime trend across the nation

1 week ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

Police around the country warn of a new crime trend called “jugging.” Criminals will watch banks and ATMs, waiting for victims to withdraw money. Once they finish the transaction, they are followed to another location and robbed — often inside their vehicles. “They are scoping, and they will watch you as you’re either coming in or going out of the bank, or watch you do ATM withdrawals, seeing how much you’re getting cash wise,” Cpl.
Crews to begin moving Lahaina wildfire debris to permanent landfill

1 week ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

Crews will start moving ash and debris from the 2023 wildfires that ripped through Lahaina, Hawaii, on Monday, June 16. The debris currently sits in a temporary storage spot in Olowalu, and will be moved to the Central Maui Landfill. “This is an important step in our recovery efforts and fulfills our promise to the residents of Olowalu that this debris storage would be temporary,” said Mayor Richard Bissen.
Judge to decide whether Trump admin can ban int'l students from Harvard

1 week ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

A hearing is scheduled for Monday, June 16, involving a declaration that blocks international students from entering the country to attend Harvard University. On June 5, Judge Allison D. Burroughs issued a temporary restraining order against the ban. On Monday, Burroughs will decide whether to block the proclamation indefinitely. The Trump administration has said that it is punishing Harvard because it has failed to keep Jewish students safe by allowing antisemitic behavior on its campus.
Rescue workers search for survivors in bridge collapse in India

1 week ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

At least two are dead and 32 injured after a bridge collapsed Sunday, June 15, at a popular tourist destination in India. The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. local time in Kundamala. At least six people were hospitalized in critical condition, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wrote on social media. Meanwhile, Press Trust of India reported that more than 100 tourists were on the bridge when it collapsed, plunging many into the swollen river.
FDA recalls select vitamin B12 gummies due to potential peanut allergen risk

1 week ago | san.com | Diane Duenez

A warning if you take Vitamin B12 gummy products –– The FDA has issued a recall after three products revealed the presence of peanuts. This poses a serious risk to those with peanut allergies. Vita Warehouse Corp. is voluntarily recalling Welby brand Vitamin B12 Energy Support gummy product 1000 mcg 140 gummies, Berkely Jensen Vitamin B12 1000 mcg 250 Gummies, and VitaGlobe Vitamin B12 Extra Strength 60 Gummies. The vitamins were sold at ALDI, BJ’s and online through marketplaces like Amazon.