Бывший участник реалити-шоу Спенсер Пратт обвинил мэра Лос-Анджелеса Карен Басс в коррупции и препятствовании правосудию
Бывший участник реалити-шоу и кандидат в мэры Лос-Анджелеса Спенсер Пратт подверг жесткой критике действующего мэра Карен Басс. Поводом послужили обвинения Басс в адрес Пратта, которая, по её словам, использует горе пострадавших от пожаров в Палисейдс для привлечения внимания к своей персоне.В интервью программе The Will Cain Show Пратт назвал слова мэра «безумными и коварными». Конфликт обострился после выхода предвыборного ролика Пратта, в котором он обвинил действующих политиков в том, что они живут в роскоши, игнорируя проблемы преступности и бездомности. В своей рекламе Пратт, чей дом стоимостью 3,8 млн долларов сгорел в пожаре, утверждает, что сейчас вынужден жить в трейлере.Мэр Карен Басс в ответ заявила, что действия Пратта предосудительны и направлены на восстановление его былой популярности после завершения карьеры на телевидении. В свою очередь, Пратт выдвинул против Басс серьезные обвинения, включая препятствование правосудию. Он утверждает, что мэр пыталась скрыть масштабы последствий пожара и фальсифицировала отчеты, ссылаясь на имеющиеся электронные письма.Кроме того, Пратт выдвинул теорию о том, что действия властей во время пожаров в Палисейдс были преднамеренными, чтобы обеспечить Камале Харрис скидку в 2 миллиона долларов при покупке её нового дома в Малибу. Сама Харрис официально поддержала кандидатуру Басс на перевыборах, отметив успехи мэра в борьбе с бездомностью и преступностью.В завершение Пратт назвал Басс «коррумпированным политиком» и критиковал её недавнюю встречу с Дональдом Трампом в Белом доме, заявив, что мэр готова на любые союзы ради сохранения власти.
Former reality TV personality Spencer Pratt lashes out at LA Mayor Karen Bass over 'insane, psycho' comments
Former reality television personality-turned-Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt lashed out at his opponent, incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, after she accused him of exploiting the grief of Palisades Fire victims."It's the most insane, psycho, diabolical thing I've heard in a minute – but it's not shocking," he told "The Will Cain Show" Monday.Pratt’s comments follow the release of a pointed political advertisement from his campaign targeting Bass and other opponents, alleging they live in luxury homes far removed from the "mess" they have created, including homelessness and crime.In the ad, Pratt claims to be living in a trailer after his $3.8 million Pacific Palisades home burnt down in the fire.SPENCER PRATT SAYS A-LISTERS PRIVATELY CHEER HIS CRITICISM OF CALIFORNIA LEADERSHIP, FEAR CAREER FALLOUTIn response, Bass said Pratt has capitalized on the grief of Palisades Fire victims to revive his public profile after his reality television career faded."I feel like he's exploiting the grief of people in the Palisades, and I think that's reprehensible. That's the main thing. And I think he is about his own celebrity. He's famous now again," she said in an interview.Pratt fired back at the mayor, telling Fox News host Will Cain, "My ads are the truth. These politicians do not have to live the consequences of their decisions. My ad is that simple."LA TIMES OWNER SAYS ENDORSING KAREN BASS WAS A ‘MISTAKE' DUE TO INCOMPETENCEPratt went on to level serious allegations against Mayor Bass, who won the mayor’s race by nearly 100,000 votes in 2022, including claims of obstruction of justice."This is the same woman that will allow 7,000 houses to burn to the ground, 12 people to burn alive, and then actively cover it up, get caught covering it up and then say that the LA Times is lying, even though they have the emails where she's altering the after-action report, which, as far as I'm concerned, is obstruction of justice," he said."It’s disgusting."LA MAYOR KAREN BASS ACCUSED OF DELETING TEXTS IN WAKE OF WILDFIRE DISASTERThe former reality television personality also accused Bass of purposefully letting people burn alive in the Palisades Fire to secure a million-dollar property discount for former Vice President Kamala Harris.Harris, who recently purchased an $8.15 million home in Malibu, endorsed Bass for mayor Monday."Mayor Karen Bass is the leader Los Angeles needs right now," Harris said. "She has done what so many said couldn't be done — the first ever two-year decline in homelessness, reducing crime to levels this city hasn't seen since the 1960s, and refusing to back down when the federal government came after our neighbors."KAREN BASS MEETS WITH TRUMP AT WHITE HOUSE TO PUSH FOR LA WILDFIRE RELIEF AFTER MONTHS OF CLASHES"She has my full support for re-election," Harris added."Obviously, Kamala Harris loves Karen Bass. Because of Karen Bass letting the Pacific Palisades and Malibu burn down, Kamala Harris was able to get a $2 million discount on her new house in Malibu," Pratt alleged.Pratt lambasted Bass as a "MAGA Karen" and "corrupt" following her recent, friendly White House visit with President Donald Trump – a figure she has historically criticized, especially during his mass-deportation campaign against Los Angeles’ immigrant population."She can have all the political endorsements she wants," he said. "She can go do all the photo ops she wants with Trump in the White House. And, you know, they're calling her MAGA Karen all over X because she was the one walking out with the MAGA teddy bear out of the White House. So, she'll take any endorsement to keep her corrupt politician career going here."Fox News Digital has reached out to the mayor's office for comment.
Европейские дипломаты опасаются новых действий Дональда Трампа, которые могут подвергнуть испытанию НАТО перед июльским саммитом.
Trump's Germany troop cuts show limits of NATO efforts to keep U.S. on board
— European diplomats say they fear Trump may make further moves that could test the alliance before a summit of its 32 national leaders in Ankara in July.
Служебная собака по кличке Руджер обнаружила подростка, который пропал из дома. Благодаря нюху пса полицейские смогли быстро найти мальчика на парковке.
Police dog follows his nose to find missing autistic teen screaming for help
— Hero police dog K-9 Ruger followed his nose to rescue a missing autistic teen in Jacksonville, Florida, after the boy vanished from his home.
В связи с подготовкой к масштабным государственным работам в Гонконге обсуждается необходимость пересмотра методов закупок для обеспечения устойчивости строительной отрасли. На реализацию проектов выделяются значительные средства из Резервного фонда.
Hong Kong should study how Singapore awards infrastructure contracts
— As Hong Kong prepares for another major push in public works, one question deserves far more attention than it has received: are we buying infrastructure in a way that is sustainable for the construction industry and the public as a whole?In his February budget, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po announced that HK$150 billion (US$19.1 billion) will be transferred from the Exchange Fund to support the Northern Metropolis and other infrastructure projects in the coming two years. This major...
Лидеры сепаратистской группы в канадской провинции Альберта заявили, что собрали достаточное количество подписей для проведения референдума о выходе из состава страны.
Alberta vote nears as separatists claim 301,000 signatures
— Alberta, the major oil-producing province of Canada, is one step closer to a referendum on independence after leaders of a separatist group said they’ve gathered more than enough signatures to force a vote.
Предполагаемая вспышка хантавируса на борту роскошного круизного лайнера у берегов Антарктиды унесла жизни трех человек.
They boarded a luxury Antarctic cruise. Then hantavirus took a deadly toll
— Hantavirus is suspected of spreading aboard a luxury cruise ship, killing three passengers and sparking new concerns as a once obscure disease, with an extraordinarily high death rate, rises amid changing climate conditions.
Япония намерена пристально отслеживать риторику Дональда Трампа по вопросу Тайваня в контексте диалога с Си Цзиньпином.
Japan to closely watch Trump’s remarks on Taiwan in talks with Xi
— Deviating from previous statements on the island would have a major impact on U.S. allies, former Defense Minister Itsunori Onodera said.
Президент США Дональд Трамп прокомментировал наличие гематомы на своей руке.
Donald Trump says 'I'm not taking any chances' as he addresses bruising on his hand
— US President Donald Trump has said that bruising on his hand is a side effect of taking aspirin, adding he takes the medication as a health precaution despite doctors telling him he is "very healthy".
Кейтлин Энн Строхакер приговорили к сроку от 8 до 12 лет лишения свободы после признания вины по 31 пункту обвинения, включая похищение и создание угрозы жизни детей.
Ohio daycare worker convicted of horrific physical abuse of toddlers sentenced to years in prison
— Ohio daycare worker Katelyn Ann Strohacker has been sentenced to 8 to 12 years in prison after being convicted on 31 counts of kidnapping and child endangerment.
В китайской провинции Хунань в результате взрыва на производстве пиротехники погибли 21 человек и 61 получил ранения.
China fireworks factory explosion kills 21, injures more than 60 people
— A fireworks factory explosion in Liuyang, Hunan province Monday has killed 21 people and injured 61 others, state media said.More to follow...
Прибыль сингапурского сервиса Grab в первом квартале превысила прогнозы аналитиков благодаря устойчивому спросу на услуги такси и доставки.
AI helps Singapore’s Grab woo tough Southeast Asian crowd, exceed expectations
— Singapore’s Grab reported first-quarter profit that exceeded analysts’ estimates, helped by resilient demand for ride hailing and delivery in a market rattled by economic and political challenges.Southeast Asia’s biggest ride-hailing and delivery firm has been trying to boost spending on its platform by incorporating artificial-intelligence features into its superapp and bundling its core ride-hailing, delivery and financial services.With oil and gas prices soaring due to the war in the Middle...
Закрытие Ормузского пролива вызвало опасения по поводу нехватки нефти и нафты, что может затронуть промышленность и потребителей.
Amid shortage concerns, government works to secure sufficient supplies of key raw materials
— The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sparked worries about what an oil and naphtha shortage could mean for not only industries but also supply chains and consumers.
Легендарный тренер UConn Джено Ауриемма признал, что его эмоциональное поведение во время матча Финала четырех было неуместным.
UConn's Geno Auriemma admits regret over shouting match with South Carolina's Dawn Staley after loss
— Geno Auriemma admits he regrets his viral shouting match with Dawn Staley during UConn's national semifinal loss, calling himself a rookie in the moment.
Американские спецслужбы сообщают о незначительном уровне новых повреждений ядерных объектов Ирана. По оценкам экспертов, создание ядерного оружия может занять до одного года.
U.S. intelligence indicates limited new damage to Iran's nuclear program
— Analysts estimate that Iran would need up to one year to build a nuclear weapon, assessments that remain broadly unchanged even after two months of war.
Судебное разбирательство китайской компании Landbridge Group в международном трибунале может стать сдерживающим фактором для обострения отношений между Австралией и КНР.
China’s fight to keep Darwin Port could help fragile Sino-Australian relations: analysts
— Chinese multinational company Landbridge Group’s legal claim regarding Darwin Port – the first case ever brought against Australia at the international tribunal – is likely to yield a multi-year proceeding, which could serve as a buffer to provide some positive impacts for the Australia-China relationship, analysts said.The owner of Landbridge, Ye Cheng, filed a case with the World Bank’s International Centre for Settlement of Investor Disputes (ICSID) requesting “arbitration proceedings” over...
Уроженец северо-восточного Китая рассказал о деталях своего спасения из мошеннического лагеря, при котором он использовал навоз для маскировки запаха.
Ex-China soldier escapes Myanmar fraud centre by scaling wall, masking scent with cow dung
— An ex-Chinese soldier has told how he escaped a Myanmar scam hub after scaling a wall, applying cow dung to mask his scent and subduing an armed guard.Yang Lei, from northeastern China, shared the thrilling story of his escape after he arrived safely back in China.Yang said he led a tour group of 10 people to Thailand, near the Thai-Myanmar border, in mid-March.The local tour guide he hired did not have a legal residence permit and tried to bypass border control, leading the group to bump...
Представители поколения Z всё чаще выбирают римский католицизм, демонстрируя рост религиозной активности, особенно среди молодых людей в крупных городах.
Gen Z flocking to Catholic churches in NYC for youth groups, social events amid conversion boom
— Gen Z reportedly attends church more than older generations, with Catholic parishes in New York City seeing a measurable shift in young adult attendance.
Несмотря на высокий рейтинг одобрения премьер-министра, её партия сталкивается с чередой неудач на региональном уровне.
The LDP is losing local elections. Should Takaichi be worried?
— Even as the prime minister enjoys high approval ratings, her party has been suffering a string of local electoral defeats.
Профессиональный гольфист Томас Питерс выразил уверенность, что не вернется на PGA Tour, несмотря на слухи о прекращении финансирования лиги LIV Golf со стороны саудовского фонда PIF.
LIV golfer says he'll never return to the PGA Tour, reveals internal discussions, whether players were paid
— LIV Golf faces financial uncertainty as PIF funding ends, but Thomas Pieters says he's "definitely never going back to the PGA Tour" regardless.
Власти Калифорнии начали проверку соглашения, достигнутого при администрации Трампа, которое привело к прекращению реализации проекта офшорной ветроэнергетики.
California investigates Trump administration's deal to end an offshore wind project
— California is investigating one of the Trump administration’s deals to end an offshore wind project
В Ормузском проливе произошло возгорание на судне, принадлежащем южнокорейской компании. Дональд Трамп утверждает, что по кораблю был открыт огонь со стороны Ирана.
South Korean-run vessel ablaze in Strait of Hormuz; Trump says Iran fired at the ship
— No casualties have been reported and authorities are investigating what caused the blaze.