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Time of India
26 minutes ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Donald Trump assassination attempt: Who was Corey Comperatore, the fireman killed in the attack?
One year ago today, United States President Donald Trump was targeted by an assassin while campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. While the President survived the attempt and leveraged the incident to further bolster his campaign, the event wasn't entirely free of casualties. Corey Comperatore, a Pennsylvania resident and former fire chief, tragically lost his life while shielding his wife and two daughters from gunfire. The White House X account paid tribute to the deceased fireman today, on the one-year anniversary of the incident. Corey Comperatore died during Donald Trump's attempted assassination Corey Comperatore was the only person who died during the attempted assassination of Donald Trump that occurred one year ago, on July 13, 2024. The murder attempt was masterminded by a long wolf gunman named Thomas Matthew Cook. Thomas used an AR-15 patterned rifle for the attempt. Corey was a resident of Sarver, Pennsylvania, and was a member of the Global Methodist Church, which would publish an obituary about him. One year later, our hearts remain with the Comperatore family. Corey's courage and love for his family reflect the very best of America. President Trump remains committed to honoring Corey's legacy and securing justice in his name. Corey is survived by his wife, Helen, and his daughters, Allison and Kaylee, with him sacrificing his own life to save them from the gunfire directed at Donald Trump. In a Facebook post, Corey's older sister, Dawn, spoke up about her brother's tragic demise: 'The hatred for one man took the life of the one man we loved the most. [Corey's] wife and girls just lived through the unthinkable and unimaginable. Hatred has no limits and love has no bounds. Pray for my sister-in-law, nieces, my mother, sister, me and his nieces and nephews as this feels like a terrible nightmare but we know it is our painful reality.' The July 13 assassination attempt led to multiple injuries While Corey died as a result of the assassination attempt, there were a number of injuries as a result of the event. Remember to pray for the family of Corey Comperatore today. The most high-profile of these injuries was Donald Trump himself, whose ear was grazed by a bullet. Other injuries included two men in the audience, aged 57 and 74, who were critically injured and had to be hospitalized.
Yahoo
39 minutes ago
- General
- Yahoo
Three Things That Just Aren't Worth It
By its very definition, 'waste' means using your time, money, and resources on things unlikely to return value. It's an opportunity cost. By inverse, skipping wasteful things spares you from those stupid headaches. You invite more happiness and efficiency into your life. In 2024, a friend announced on her Facebook feed, 'If you plan on voting for Biden, just unfriend me now!' Shortly thereafter, she appeared in a comment section, all-caps replying to people over election issues. Each comment got more corrosive and insulting. People were name-calling and going deep into bitter 37 reply threads. A week later, she made another post ranting, 'Facebook is so toxic. I have found out who my real friends are. Time to take a break from this place.' Yet she was the one who invited this toxicity into her feed. To be fair, we live in an important swing state (Florida). Tensions run extremely high during elections. I've seen friendships dissolve over elections that went well beyond clicking 'unfriend'. John Stuart Mill, the father of modern utilitarianism, once wrote, 'So long as an opinion is strongly rooted in the feelings, it gains rather than loses stability by having a preponderating weight of argument against it.' More plainly, Mill saw that emotion entrenched people's beliefs. He inferred, 100 years early, that internet arguments are futile. Without underlying respect, two people can never hope to convince each other of anything. And in the veil of internet anonymity, respect is fleeting. Let's face it: Most internet users are only interested in being right. So don't bother reasoning with them. It's like arguing with a drunk person. The funny thing? When I've gone to writer meetups, the nastiest, most aggressive online writers who argue 24–7 with readers, are often the shyest in real life. They are meek. They stand in the corner during cocktail hour, smiling and not saying anything. And so I say to you — is it really worth going through your day, angry about what a stranger said to you online? Just as so many people are banefully toxic, many of you keep these exact people in your everyday life. You reason with them. You give them second chances. They cheat on you once again. They flake on dinner plans. You get begged into trusting them and being their friend/partner again. Only to get burned, over, and over, and over again. I never thought I'd be one of those people who got burned and then was talked back into being friends with that person again. I was just reading about a woman and her abusive partner. She described going back to him repeatedly after he apologized. I sat reading the story pleading to myself for her to stop doing it, even though this story took place in the past and that she was now free. On paper, these decisions are always so easy, especially from the outside. There's no emotion or shared history to cloud your judgement. The healthiest thing I ever did was face this hard reality: just because I love and care about a person, doesn't mean they should be in my life. My open-door policy and being too forgiving were ruining me. I was losing my spine. I was becoming a person I hated, letting other people completely walk all over me. Walking away is one of the hardest things I've ever done. It hurts and feels like having a death in the family. But if you don't cut toxic out, they'll just bring more havoc to your life. You'll be looking back 10 years from now wondering why it took you so long to figure things out. This chapter should have been closed in middle school. The number of unintended pregnancies continues to hover around 50% in the United States. Granted there are very real needs around education and access to contraception—there's also quite a bit of willful ignorance at work, as I've seen firsthand. People continue to wing it on birth control, or opt out entirely, using highly unreliable methods that just create an enormous problem they have to contend with (women especially). My friend told me a interesting story. He was 18, and still in high school. He was parked in front of a pharmacy during a storm. He needed to buy condoms but was so embarrassed and scared to do it, worrying about being judged. He kept sitting there, delaying and delaying, watching the rain hitting his windshield. He tried to pretend the rain was the reason he couldn't go into the store. Then, he had an epiphany, and realized, 'If I am not mature enough to buy condoms, I should not be having sex.' I thought it was a rare and candid moment that you rarely hear from a person. It's never my goal to call an unintended child a 'problem'. However, these surprise babies create a world of other problems for people who aren't ready to be a parent. They end up co-parenting with someone they can't stand — or hardly knew. They end up in a legal battle over visitation. I see friends, still dealing with drama co-parenting a kid they had more than 10 years ago. And then there's the cost of daycare, food, and the infinite list of unexpected problems you have to squash each day. Every tiny aspect of your life is forever changed because you didn't spend a few extra bucks on protection. After my divorce, I was absolutely stunned by the number of single parents I saw on dating apps. It felt like 1 in 3. Every other profile was a car selfie with a kid in the backseat. Sure, it might feel good to break rules and be naughty. Just mark my words — there's a haunting feeling that sinks in later. The affirming question I try to repeat to myself with risky decisions is, 'Will I be glad I made this decision, hours, days, or months from this moment?' I don't always get it right. But it was that exact question that helped me quit smoking. I knew I'd never look back and think, 'I wish I'd just smoked for a few more years.' Life is full of wasteful activities. Avoid them and you'll be ahead of the pack. Getting tied up in internet debates. Just move on. Trying to save dying friendships and relationships. Cut out toxic people. Treating birth control like a game you can wing it with.
Al-Ahram Weekly
an hour ago
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Zamalek sign veteran goalkeeper El-Mahdi Soliman on two-year deal - Egyptian Football
Egyptian Premier League side Zamalek have signed veteran goalkeeper El-Mahdi Soliman on a free transfer, the club announced on Sunday. The 38-year-old joins on a two-year deal after leaving Ittihad of Alexandria. Soliman brings extensive experience, having started his career at ENPPI before going on to play for Arab Contractors, Petrojet, Ghazl El-Mahalla, Smouha, Pyramids FC and Ittihad. He was called up to the Egypt national team several times but never made a senior appearance. Soliman joins goalkeepers Mohamed Awad and Mohamed Sobhi at the club, though Sobhi is reportedly expected to depart this summer. He becomes Zamalek's first signing of the summer, with the Cairo giants also linked with several other potential arrivals. Zamalek are looking to revamp their squad following a disappointing campaign in which they finished third in the league and exited the CAF Confederation Cup in the quarter-finals, failing to defend their title. Last month, the club appointed Belgian coach Yannick Ferrera as their new head coach, replacing interim manager Ayman El-Ramady, who had guided the team in the Egypt Cup. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
The South African
an hour ago
- Politics
- The South African
WATCH LIVE: All eyes on Ramaphosa amid explosive Mkhwanazi allegations
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation regarding KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner lieutenant general Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's damning allegations against the minister of police, Senzo Mchunu. This comes after an explosive media briefing addressed by Mkhwanazi on Sunday, 6 July. The South African reported that during the media briefing, Mkhwanazi revealed that the political killings task team [Which Mchunu wanted to be disbanded in December 2024] has uncovered a syndicate including senior politicians, senior police officials, metro police, officials in correctional services, prosecutors, and other influential businesspeople that is controlled by a drug cartel in Gauteng. Additionally, Mkhwanazi accused the minister of police of political interference in investigations, as he reportedly ordered the task team to be disbanded and the withdrawal of 120 case dockets. He also name-dropped North West businessman and African National Congress (ANC) member Brown Mogotsi, together with Gauteng tenderpreneur Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, as Mchunu's close associates who have classified SAPS information. Earlier this week, the Presidency confirmed that Ramaphosa was attending a BRICS summit in Brazil on Sunday, 6 July, when lieutenant general Mkhwanazi outlined numerous allegations at a media briefing. 'The President undertook to attend to this development on his return from Brazil, given the implications for national security,' Ramaphosa's spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya said. In response to Mkhwanazi's allegations, ministry of police spokesperson Kamogelo Mogotsi said they would be reviewing the provincial commissioner's statements and would consider appropriate action. Mogotsi said all the statements made by Mkhwanazi in public require an urgent, thorough and transparent investigation, on a proper platform. 'The minister of police remains committed to upholding the rule of law, ensuring accountability within the SAPS, and serving the people of South Africa with integrity,' she said. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
New York Post
an hour ago
- Climate
- New York Post
Three people struck by lightning at popular Fla. beach getaway
Advertisement Three people were injured after being struck by lightning in a popular summer beach getaway town on Saturday night. Two of the victims of the strike on St. Augustine Pier in Florida were transported to the hospital, one in critical condition and one with minor injuries, according to WJXT. A third person refused to be taken to the hospital. The pier was closed down while fire crews attended to the injured, and it was inspected for damage. It is expected to reopen on Monday. Advertisement 'Please avoid the pier while emergency operations are underway — and remember, when thunder roars, go indoors,' St. John's County Fire Rescue said in a Facebook post. 'Stay safe and weather aware.' St. Augustine Beach Mayor Dylan Rumrell echoed that sentiment, warning residents to seek shelter if they hear thunder. 'There's a big storm and lightning can hit at any time,' he reportedly said. 3 Three people on the beach were injured after being struck by lightning. Solid photos – Advertisement According to the report, the lightning strike left beachgoers, swimmers and surfers in a panic, and many ran for their cars in the immediate aftermath. 'I got scared, everybody was scared,' said one witness. According to the National Weather Service, there have been six lightning strike fatalities in the United Sates in 2025, all in different states. North Carolina, Texas, Mississippi, Florida and Oklahoma have all seen fatal strikes. 3 According to WJXT, two of the victims of the strike on St. Augustine Pier in Florida were transported to the hospital, one in critical condition and one with minor injuries. Design Pics Editorial/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Advertisement 3 The pier was closed while fire crews attended to the injured. Universal Images Group via Getty Images The 10-year average annual fatality rate from lightning strikes is 20 people per year. To reduce the risk of being struck by lightning, the National Weather Service instructs people to immediately move away from high ground, including hills, mountain ridges or peaks. The organization says never to lie down to avoid lightning, never to hide under an isolated tree, never use a cliff or rocky overhang for shelter and to immediately move away from bodies of water and anything that conducts electricity.
