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International Business Times
30-05-2025
- Politics
- International Business Times
How Did Bernard Kerik Die? Former NYPD Commissioner Dubbed 'America's Cop' Who Fell from Grace Dies Aged 69 as Tributes Pour In
Former NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik, famously dubbed "America's Cop" for his leadership during the 9/11 attacks, died on Thursday due to cardiac disease. Kerik was 69 years old and died at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones, the New York Post reported. He had a career marked by both success and controversy. Kerik shot to fame in 2000 when then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani appointed him as New York City's police commissioner and presided over a 63% decline in violent crime. As the city's 40th police commissioner, Kerik was also dubbed the "beat cop commissioner" for his active, on-the-ground leadership, making five arrests during his 16-month tenure as the commissioner. Star in His Own Right This included one case where he arrested two former convicts in Harlem who were driving a stolen van. Kerik's law enforcement career spanned over 40 years and included work in national security. He led the NYPD during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, directing the department's response, rescue, recovery, and investigation operations. His swift and strategic deployment of officers in the aftermath of the Twin Towers tragedy earned him widespread praise and the title "America's Cop." "For nearly two decades, Kerik served and protected New Yorkers in the NYPD, including helping rebuild the city in the aftermath of 9/11," the Finest said on X. "We offer our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones." Mayor Eric Adams, who once served as an NYPD captain, mourned the death of his friend of 30 years. "It was just this afternoon that I stopped by the hospital to see Bernie Kerik, my friend of nearly 30 years, before his passing," Hizonner said. "He was a great New Yorker and American. Rest in peace, my friend." FBI Director Kash Patel, also a longtime friend, said Kerik was "a warrior, a patriot, and one of the most courageous public servants this country has ever known." "With over 40 years of service in law enforcement and national security, he dedicated his life to protecting the American people. As the 40th Police Commissioner of New York City, Bernie led with strength and resolve in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, guiding the NYPD through one of the darkest chapters in our nation's history," Patel said in a statement. "His legacy is not just in the medals or the titles, but in the lives he saved, the city he helped rebuild and the country he served with honor." An Eventful Life Kerik was born on September 4, 1955, in Newark, New Jersey. Before starting his law enforcement career, he served in the U.S. Army. In 1986, he joined the NYPD, and later in 1994, he joined the Department of Corrections. Four years later, Giuliani appointed him as commissioner of that department, paving the way for his eventual role as head of the NYPD. Following the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, President George W. Bush named Kerik to lead the temporary police force in the war-torn country. After his public service roles, he founded the Kerik Group, a private consulting firm specializing in crisis and risk management. In 2004, Bush nominated Kerik to lead the Department of Homeland Security. However, Kerik withdrew his nomination after revealing he had employed an illegal immigrant as a nanny. This admission led to a guilty plea in 2006 for ethics violations in the Bronx. Kerik's legal issues worsened in 2009 when he pleaded guilty to eight federal charges, including tax evasion related to a $255,000 home renovation gift and providing false information during his Homeland Security vetting process. He served four years in federal prison and was granted a pardon by President Donald Trump in 2020. In recent years, Kerik was questioned by Congress during hearings about the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot and was ordered to turn over Trump-related documents tied to the investigation. In 2024, he acted as a public representative for Trump on matters of crime and national security. Throughout his career, Kerik received numerous awards, including the NYPD Medal for Valor, 29 departmental awards for distinguished service, a Presidential Commendation from President Ronald Reagan, and several other prestigious honors.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mumbai tumhari aur meri love story hai: Shreya Ghoshal sets BKC ablaze with melody
Shreya Ghoshal captivated Mumbai with an electrifying performance at Jio Garden, BKC, delivering a night of nostalgia and celebration. The melody queen expressed her deep connection to the city, calling it her 'love story' and home. Saturday evening turned into a surreal musical celebration as Shreya Ghoshal took centrestage at BKC, delivering an unforgettable performance that was nothing short of electric. Thousands gathered to watch the melody queen live in action, and she did not disappoint, holding the audience in rapturous delight from the first note to the final bow. As the evening set in and the crowd erupted in deafening cheers, Shreya made a powerful entrance singing 'Sunn Raha Hai', setting the tone for a night of nostalgia, emotion, and celebration. 'Are you ready to sing with me, Mumbai? Are you ready to party?' she asked, and the crowd responded with euphoric chants of 'Shreya, Shreya!' 'Mujhe iss din ka intezar saalon se tha!' Brimming with emotion, Shreya expressed how special the Mumbai concert was for her. 'Finally the day has come, and I am performing in Mumbai (The same show was to be held earlier on May 10 at the same venue). I am so excited! Trust me Mumbai, mujhe iss din ka intezar saalon se tha!' she said, visibly overwhelmed. 'Bahut gaana hai, it's going to be an incredible night. Sab saath mein gaane wale hain. Hope you are prepared with some moves!' She then set the stage ablaze with chart-toppers like 'Tum Kya Mile', 'Jadu Hai Nasha Hai', and many more, turning the ground into one massive karaoke session with the audience singing in unison. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest in Kolkata's Iconic Twin Towers Today Keventer ONE Undo 'Mumbai tumhari aur meri love story hai' Declaring her eternal bond with the city, Shreya said, 'I have a perfect song, because Mumbai tumhari aur meri love story hai. Aisi love story honi hai because Mumbai mera ghar hai, meri Bhoomi hai, mera sab kuch hai.' That heartfelt proclamation was followed by songs that touched the soul, 'O Rangrez,' 'Piyu Bole,' 'O Saathi Re,' and 'Deewani Mastani.' As she sang, Shreya also took time to connect with fans holding up placards. 'You've travelled 12,000 kilometres to be here!?' she read aloud in amazement. One fan had brought her a painted portrait to which she asked, 'Main yeh rakh loon?' A girl from Kota caught her eye, prompting a warm, 'You are from Kota! Hello, girl from my place!' 'Singing a Gulzar Saab song is an award in itself' Shreya paid rich tributes to the lyricists and composers who've shaped her musical journey. 'Gulzar saab ka koi gaana agar ga liya toh wohi award hai apne aap mein.' Reflecting on her blessed journey, she added, 'Mujhe saare composers ne apne best gaane diye hain. Main bahut shukr guzar hoon unn sab ka. Aaj bhi woh sab gaane dil ko chhoote hain… because acche music ki life bahut lambi hoti hai.' She then delivered those very timeless tunes that audiences continue to cherish, proving that good music indeed has no expiration date. 'Aaj sabse surili audience hai. kasam se' As the audience harmonised note-for-note, Shreya playfully joked, 'Everywhere I perform, I say, 'I have the best singing audience today.' I have said this in so many places that iss sentence ka koi trust value nahi raha. Iske toh memes bhi ban chuka hai. But today I really have to say, 'Aaj sabse surili audience hai. Sacchi main, kasam se.'' Popular Bollywood singers were spotted cheering from the audience including Benny Dayal, Amit Trivedi, Aditi Singh Sharma, and Shalmali Kholgade. 'The reason I became a singer is because of Lata Ji's voice' In one of the evening's most poignant moments, Shreya paid tribute to her greatest inspiration, Lata Mangeshkar. 'The reason I became a singer is because of her voice. Her songs inspired me to choose music beyond just a simple passion or a career.' She followed this with soul-stirring renditions of 'Lag Jaa Gale' and 'Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar'. 'This is the first time I am singing this verse on stage' In a surprise, Shreya sang a verse she had never sung live before. 'There are so many songs I want to sing but never have the time. But aaj main tayyari karke aayi hoon. This is the first time I am singing this verse from 'Main Agar Kahoon' on stage.' The magical moment left the audience spellbound. She also performed duets with singers Kinjal Chatterjee and Chaitanya Devadhe, fondly calling him 'Chaitu.' They sang some favorites like 'Manwa Laage,' 'Tere Naina,' 'Teri Ore,' 'Dagabaaz Re,' and 'Saans. ' 'Thank you for being with me despite the rain' Despite a mid-concert drizzle, the crowd stayed rooted to their spots. Organisers swiftly distributed free raincoats to all. Shreya smiled and thanked them saying, 'Thank you for being with me despite the rain today.' Towards the end, she warmly introduced every member of her band and background vocalists, showing her appreciation for the people who make the magic happen behind the scenes. After nearly 40 songs and three hours of pure musical bliss, Shreya closed the night with a powerful tribute to India's armed forces with 'Vande Mataram'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Volunteers set 8,000 flags for Memorial Day in Fort Scott
FORT SCOTT, Kan. — A Memorial Day Weekend tradition continues in Fort Scott. It's the annual Symbols of Sacrifice which entails more than 8-thousand American flags in the property's Field of Honor. More than 50 volunteers were responsible for what you see in this video. We were there this morning; more flags were placed this afternoon. They'll remain there through Monday. The site, of course, is open to the public the entire holiday weekend. 'It started just shortly after 9/11, and we would put up one flag for each person who lost their life in the destruction of the Twin Towers in New York. Since then, we've moved it to Memorial Weekend, and expanded it to, not just one flag, but to honor everybody who's made that sacrifice,' said Carl Brenner, FSNHS Park Ranger. Events are also planned for tomorrow, regardless of the weather, between 11 a.m. and 2. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' former assistant reveals the music mogul had a pill with Barack Obama's face amongst other shocking pills
Every day of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial bares with a new and eyebrow-scrunching surprise. One of which is revealed that Diddy, in his travel bag pack of 25 to 30 pill bottles, kept a unique pill which is structured to be of the 44th President of the United States Barack Obama . What pills did Sean 'Diddy' Combs travel with? According to E! News, Diddy's former personal assistant, David James, appeared in front of the court to testify about the music mogul's pill choices. Revealing the details, James admitted that in the bunch of various undisclosed pills, one was with the former president's face. Furthermore, David went on to disclose the stash of pills that Diddy regularly travelled with during the 'hotel days,' including Percocet, Tylenol, ecstasy, Viagra, weight loss pills, and supplements to increase the sperm count. Additionally, the disgraced singer carried $10,000 in cash with him amid the travels, and 'sometimes so much more,' as revealed by the former employee. Elsewhere in the testimony, James stated that Combs would ask him to purchase baby oil, lubricants and contraceptives, and would 'personally' reimburse so that the money does not reflect in the company books. When David James left Sean 'Diddy' Combs Previously, David James had admitted that he did not find Combs a very 'gracious' boss. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest in Kolkata's Iconic Twin Towers Today Keventer ONE Undo However, he felt the need to leave him after Diddy allegedly threatened musical rival Suge Knight in 2008, former record executive who is currently serving 28-year jail time for manslaughter and hit-and-run) with firearms. 'I was really shook up by it. This was the first time as his assistant that I realized my life was in danger. I told them I want to leave but give six months notice so I could train the next assistant,' David James admitted on the court stand, according to NBC News. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Daily Express
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Sarawak's oil and gas demands must go through Parliament: Mahathir
Published on: Friday, May 09, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 09, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: KUALA LUMPUR: Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad ( pic ) says Sarawak's quest for greater autonomy and control over oil and gas resources must be brought to Parliament, and not dealt with via backroom negotiations. He said that in a federation, national policies must take precedence over state-specific demands, adding that wealth must be distributed equitably between richer and poorer states. Contrasting the state's current prosperity with its colonial past, Mahathir said Sarawak has gained substantially from being a part of Malaysia. 'When Sarawak was under British rule, did they build the Twin Towers? They were very poor. The British took all their money,' he said, in an exclusive interview with FMT . Mahathir said Sarawak may deserve to earn more from its oil and gas resources, but cautioned that this cannot come at the expense of a weakened Petronas. He said Petronas requires substantial capital to grow and must not be undermined by political pressure. 'The whole world is amazed that Malaysia was able to set up Petronas, because many oil-producing countries don't have a national company involved in every aspect of the oil and gas industry. 'Petronas is one of the best-run companies in Malaysia. That's why it's listed in the Fortune 500. But now, because of politics, it risks being split up. I believe there are other solutions that can also benefit Sarawak,' he said. Negotiations over gas rights between Petronas and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) remain contentious. Industry analysts warn that Petros's appointment as Sarawak's gas aggregator will fragment Petronas's monopoly, potentially harming both the national economy and Sarawak's oil and gas industry. The resulting regulatory uncertainty has already contributed to foreign investors pulling out of two major Sarawak-based oil projects—Salam-Patawali and Lang Lebah. Mahathir said possessing oil alone does not guarantee prosperity, saying instead that strong governance, which Petronas has demonstrated over the years, was the recipe to success. Sarawak continues to push for control over its oil and gas reserves despite the Petroleum Development Act 1974 granting exclusive rights to Petronas. Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Openg has maintained that Petros and Petronas should collaborate for mutual benefit, but insists that Sarawak's interests must take precedence. Mahathir acknowledged Sarawak's right to seek better terms but cautioned against leveraging political pressure to gain preferential treatment. '(Sabah and Sarawak) know that the federal government is so dependent upon support from them so they can demand a lot. It is sad that political reasons were used — not national or economic reasons. 'The nation will lose by the arrangements being negotiated between the federal government and the state government,' he said. - FMT * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
