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NBA Expands Gambling Investigation, Requests Cell Phones From Multiple Teams

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The NBA has requested documents, phones, and other electronic records from multiple franchises, including the Los Angeles Lakers, as part of its expanding investigation into illegal sports betting, according to The Athletic. This move comes amid growing scrutiny from Congress following federal charges filed last month against several individuals connected to NBA teams.

The investigation gained momentum after former NBA player and longtime LeBron James associate Damon Jones was arrested and accused of selling private injury information to gamblers involving two unnamed Lakers stars. Prosecutors allege that Jones used inside access—earned through his close relationship with James—to tip bettors on at least two occasions. Jones has pleaded not guilty to these charges.

As part of the ongoing probe, investigators from the law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, which was hired by the NBA, have contacted multiple teams requesting access to devices and records. At least 10 Lakers employees are expected to be approached. Assistant trainer Mike Mancias and executive administrator Randy Mims, both longtime members of James’ inner circle, have already cooperated by voluntarily turning over their phones.

NBA spokesperson Mike Bass emphasized the league’s commitment to uncovering the full scope of the alleged scheme. “The NBA engaged an independent law firm to investigate the allegations in the indictment once it was made public,” the league stated. “Everyone has been fully cooperative.”

It is important to note that LeBron James, Mike Mancias, and Randy Mims have not been accused of any wrongdoing nor have they been named in any federal filings. However, their close proximity to Damon Jones has placed the Lakers at the center of the inquiry.

This scandal follows several recent gambling-related cases involving NBA personnel. Miami’s Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups were arrested last month on federal charges linked to illegal betting activities. Rozier was accused of planning to manipulate his performance to influence betting outcomes in a 2023 game, while Billups was charged with defrauding players through illegal poker games—not for leaking injury information.

Additionally, the government has cited illegal bets connected to the Orlando Magic and Portland Trail Blazers. Among these allegations, a Magic player allegedly informed a gambler that the team planned to “tank” an April 2023 matchup. That unnamed player is no longer with the franchise.

The NBA has already banned former Toronto Raptors two-way player Jontay Porter for betting violations. In response to the widening scandal, the league is expected to implement stricter rules surrounding injury reporting to help prevent future misconduct.
https://www.complex.com/sports/a/markelibert/nba-requests-cell-phones-teams-amid-expanding-gambling-investigation

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Minnesota Man Killed Co-Worker With Sledgehammer Because He Didn’t Like Her: DA

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A Minnesota man named David Bruce DeLong is accused of planning and carrying out a brutal attack on a co-worker with a sledgehammer, all because he allegedly didn’t like her. Prosecutors outlined the horrific attack in graphic detail in a criminal complaint.

The victim, Amber Czech, 20, was from Hutchinson, Minnesota, according to WCNC. DeLong worked with Czech at Advanced Process Technologies in Cokato, Minnesota, a food and dairy processing facility, CBS News reported.

Czech’s family described her as “an amazing welder, great at her job, and loved going to work every day.” They also expressed a desire to raise awareness of workplace violence.

“I filed a criminal complaint in Wright County District Court this morning charging David Bruce DeLong with 2nd degree intentional murder for the tragic murder of an adult female that occurred at a business in Cokato on November 11, 2025,” prosecutor Brian Lutes wrote in a November 12 press release. “The defendant and victim were co-workers at the business,” he added. “I will evaluate this case for a possible charge of 1st degree premeditated murder which requires convening a grand jury.”

### Details of the Attack

According to the criminal complaint, on November 11, 2025, at 6 a.m., Wright County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Thompson responded to a 911 call reporting an injured adult female at Advanced Process Technologies, located at 165 Swendra Boulevard NE in Cokato.

The investigation revealed that the victim, later identified as Amber Czech, was an employee of the company. The reporting party stated that the victim had sustained major head trauma with significant blood loss.

A bloody sledgehammer was observed on the floor near the victim. Despite receiving medical care, Czech died from blunt force trauma to the head and the resulting blood loss.

The complaint identifies David Bruce DeLong, also an employee of Advanced Process Technologies, as the suspect in the attack. According to the complaint, DeLong told a witness, “I hit her with your hammer, she is by your toolbox, she is gone.”

### Surveillance Footage Evidence

Surveillance video from the company shows DeLong leaving his workstation and walking to the victim’s workstation while wearing gloves. The footage shows him grabbing a sledgehammer from the victim’s area and swinging it at her.

The first swing was horizontal, consistent with the victim standing. The video then captured DeLong swinging the sledgehammer four more times in a downward motion, consistent with the victim being on the ground.

The victim was found on the cement floor near her workstation with severe head trauma and significant blood loss. Investigators concluded that DeLong struck her first while she was standing and then delivered multiple blows after she fell.

### Confession and Charges

DeLong provided a statement to law enforcement after being advised of his rights, confessing to killing the victim. He admitted that he intended to kill her and said he did not like her. He also admitted that he had been planning to kill her for some time.

### Company Response

Advanced Process Technologies released a statement to CBS News expressing their heartbreak over the tragedy:

“We are heartbroken by yesterday’s tragedy, and our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends in this terrible moment. We are also making sure our employees have the support they need and working closely with law enforcement as they continue their investigation. Production at the facility has been paused for the remainder of the week, and administrative staff are working remotely.”

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The case remains under investigation, with prosecutors considering upgrading charges to 1st degree premeditated murder.
https://www.complex.com/life/a/jessica-mcbride/david-delong-amber-czech-allegedly-killed-co-worker-with-sledgehammer

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Shocking Allegations: Wealthy Elites Paid to Shoot Civilians in Sarajevo [WATCH]

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Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation into claims that wealthy foreigners paid tens of thousands of dollars to shoot civilians during the siege of Sarajevo in the 1990s—an allegation described as one of the most disturbing to emerge from the Balkan Wars.

The probe was launched after Italian investigative writer Ezio Gavazzeni alleged that affluent gun enthusiasts, referred to as “sniper tourists,” paid Bosnian Serb forces up to $90,000 to take part in so-called “human safaris,” targeting residents of the besieged city between 1992 and 1996. According to the claims, first reported by *The Guardian*, additional fees were allegedly paid to shoot children.

More than 10,000 people were killed in Sarajevo by sniper fire and shelling during the four-year siege, one of the longest and most devastating conflicts in modern European history.

Gavazzeni said his research suggests that some of those responsible were not soldiers, but civilians who traveled to Bosnia for sport. “There were Germans, French, English… people from all Western countries who paid large sums of money to be taken there to shoot civilians,” Gavazzeni told reporters. “There were no political or religious motivations. They were rich people who went there for fun and personal satisfaction. We are talking about people who love guns who perhaps go to shooting ranges or on safari in Africa.”

He first encountered reports of so-called sniper tourism in Italian media during the 1990s but began investigating the claims more thoroughly after viewing a 2022 documentary. The film featured a former Bosnian Serb soldier who alleged that foreigners joined combatants in the hills surrounding Sarajevo to shoot at civilians trapped in the city below.

Gavazzeni’s current findings reportedly rely on testimony from a former Bosnian intelligence officer who claims firsthand knowledge of foreign nationals participating in the attacks. He has identified several individuals, including Italian citizens, who may have been involved.

Prosecutors in Milan are now examining the material and plan to question some of the individuals named in the investigation in the coming weeks. While the Milan prosecutor’s office has not publicly commented on the full scope of the investigation, it confirmed that it is reviewing evidence related to possible war crimes and violations of international humanitarian law. Authorities are particularly focused on whether any Italian citizens directly participated in sniper activities during the siege.

The Bosnian Consulate in Milan issued a statement welcoming the investigation and pledging cooperation. “We are impatient to discover the truth about such a cruel matter in order to close a chapter of history,” a consulate spokesperson said. “I am in possession of certain information I will be sharing with the investigators.”

Although the allegations have not yet been independently verified, the case has drawn renewed attention to the atrocities committed during the siege of Sarajevo, where snipers routinely targeted civilians—including women and children—from elevated positions around the city.

If confirmed, Gavazzeni’s claims would represent one of the most shocking revelations linked to the conflict, suggesting that foreign civilians may have paid to take part in war crimes for sport.

Italian prosecutors have indicated that the investigation will continue in coordination with Bosnian authorities and international legal bodies as they seek to uncover the full truth behind these disturbing allegations.
https://www.lifezette.com/2025/11/shocking-allegations-wealthy-elites-paid-to-shoot-civilians-in-sarajevo-watch/

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Red Fort Blast: Celebrities flood social media with heartfelt condolences

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A day after the shocking blast near the Red Fort in New Delhi, the nation continues to grapple with the tragedy that claimed multiple lives and left several injured. According to initial reports, the explosion occurred near a crowded tourist stretch close to the Lahori Gate entrance, triggering panic across the area.

Emergency responders and security teams swiftly evacuated the vicinity, with authorities launching a full-scale investigation into the attack. The incident has drawn widespread grief and condemnation, with citizens and public figures expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.

### Red Fort Blast: Celebrities Flood Social Media with Heartfelt Condolences

Members of the Indian film industry have also taken to social media to voice their sorrow and support. Celebrities like Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Raveena Tandon, Ayushmann Khurrana, Sidharth Malhotra, Ishaan Khatter, Sonu Sood, Thalapathy Vijay, Nimrat Kaur, Karan Tacker, Neha Sharma, among others, shared their condolences.

They have extended their help to the victims and their families during such difficult times, turning social media into a space of collective grief and support.

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**Bollywood Celebrities Who Expressed Condolences:**

– Priyanka Chopra Jonas
– Raveena Tandon
– Ayushmann Khurrana
– Sidharth Malhotra
– Ishaan Khatter
– Sonu Sood
– Thalapathy Vijay
– Nimrat Kaur
– Karan Tacker
– Neha Sharma

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

**BOLLYWOOD NEWS LIVE UPDATES**
https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/red-fort-blast-celebrities-flood-social-media-heartfelt-condolences/

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Intel files lawsuit against ex-employee who allegedly copied 18,000 company files & disappeared

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Intel has launched a lawsuit against a former employee accused of carrying out a serious act of corporate sabotage. According to Intel, the ex-employee, Jinfeng Luo, allegedly copied approximately 18,000 files from the company’s corporate servers before disappearing.

Intel filed the lawsuit against Luo in Seattle District Court, as reported by The Oregonian. The company claims that Luo was among those scheduled to be laid off by the end of 2025. He was reportedly informed of his termination on July 7, with his employment ending by July 31.

After being notified, Luo allegedly plugged an external drive into company hardware but was locked out by security measures. However, about five days later, he reportedly plugged in another storage device and successfully copied around 18,000 files.

Intel alleges that some of the files copied by Luo contained “top secret” or “confidential” company materials. The unauthorized transfer of these files triggered an internal investigation.

For months, Intel has been attempting to contact Luo at three separate listed addresses to determine the extent of the information taken. Despite these efforts, Luo has not been located, and his current whereabouts remain unknown.

The lawsuit alleges damages of approximately $250,000, pending Luo’s potential appearance in court. Intel continues to seek answers about the stolen files and aims to hold the former employee accountable for his actions.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146760/intel-intc-lawsuit-jinfeng-luo-files-stolen

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2 MBTA operators sent to hospital after fallen wire causes fire near BC

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Two MBTA train operators were taken to a hospital Sunday evening after a fallen wire made contact with a Green Line trolley at Boston College Yard, causing a fire and disrupting service for several hours.

Around 5 p.m., approximately 110 feet of overhead catenary wire came down on the tracks near Boston College and made contact with an out-of-service train, sparking flames and electrical arcing, according to the MBTA. The Boston Fire Department responded to the scene a few minutes later and extinguished the fire by 5:26 p.m.

The two operators, who were on the out-of-service train at the time, were taken to a local hospital for smoke inhalation. They were evaluated and released later that evening, according to the MBTA.

T power crews arrived at Boston College Yard shortly before 6 p.m. They found no damage to the main B Branch wires and completed their repairs within an hour. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.

Around the same time on Sunday evening, a westbound Green Line trolley became disabled at Chestnut Hill Avenue due to a mechanical issue, further impacting service.

In response, the MBTA deployed shuttle buses between Boston College and Babcock Street shortly after 5 p.m. Regular Green Line service resumed around 11:20 p.m.

“The MBTA apologizes to riders affected by last night’s service disruptions on the B Branch and thanks them for their patience while crews worked to resume regular service as quickly and safely as possible,” a T spokesperson said.
https://www.boston.com/news/transportation/2025/11/10/mbta-operators-sent-hospital-fallen-wire-causes-fire-boston-college/

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South Korea indicts ex-President Yoon on charges of aiding enemy

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SEOUL, Nov. 10 (UPI) — A South Korean special counsel on Monday charged former President Yoon Suk Yeol with additional crimes, including aiding an enemy state, following an investigation that found evidence officials discussed provoking a North Korean attack to justify his brief martial law declaration last year.

Prosecutor Park Ji-young revealed at a briefing that Yoon allegedly oversaw the dispatch of drones toward North Korea in an effort to spark retaliation. This retaliation could have served as a pretext for declaring martial law.

The special counsel’s office filed indictments against Yoon, former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, and former Defense Counterintelligence Command chief Yeo In-hyung on multiple counts, including aiding an enemy state and abuse of power.

“The defendants conspired to create conditions for declaring martial law, thereby increasing the risk of armed conflict between North and South Korea, and undermining civilian and military interests,” Park said.

Prosecutors explained that forensic analysis of a military officer’s mobile phone uncovered a memo outlining operations aimed at manufacturing a situation “that will yield short-term, effective results.” One entry, dated Oct. 18, 2024, referred to “drone infiltration of Pyongyang” and operations planned for late October and early November.

“We must create an unstable situation or seize the opportunity created,” the memo stated.

Yoon was removed from office in April after the Constitutional Court upheld his impeachment over the Dec. 3 martial law declaration. He is already on trial for insurrection and other charges that could carry life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted.

The 64-year-old former president has maintained that he declared martial law to protect the public from “pro-North Korea anti-state forces” within the opposition Democratic Party, who he accused of obstructing his agenda and paralyzing the government.

In addition, Kim Yong-dae, former head of the Drone Operations Command, was indicted for obstruction of official duties, forgery of official documents, and instigation, according to Park.

Investigators traced discussions and preparations for martial law back to around October 2023. Prosecutors said they limited the indictments to those with clear intent to create such conditions.

“We sought to be extremely cautious and restrained in composing the charges,” Park said. “We hope the court will hand down an appropriate ruling to prevent a repeat of this historical tragedy.”
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/11/10/korea-Yoon-Suk-Yeol-special-counsel-indicts-charges-aiding-enemy-state-North-Korea-drones/7491762763753/

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Mother of missing 9-year-old California girl is arrested. Authorities say it’s not related to her daughter’s disappearance

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**Mother of Missing California Girl Arrested on Unrelated Felony Charge**

The mother of a missing 9-year-old California girl, Melodee Buzzard, was arrested Friday on a felony charge of false imprisonment. However, officials say the arrest is not directly connected to the ongoing search for her daughter.

Investigators looking into Melodee’s disappearance discovered that her mother, Ashlee Buzzard, had recently “prevented a victim from leaving a location against their will,” according to a news release from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities stressed that “this crime is not connected to the search for Melodee,” and declined to share further details so as not to impede the investigation. The identity of the victim in the false imprisonment case has not been released.

The arrest comes about a week after the FBI served search warrants on Buzzard’s home, a storage locker, and the rental car in which Melodee was last seen. The high-profile search for Melodee has drawn national attention. Investigators have shared surveillance images showing the child in apparent disguise—a hoodie pulled over her head and a wig at a car rental agency last month.

According to officials, Ashlee Buzzard swapped wigs throughout the trip, possibly “to avoid recognition during travel.” Over the course of three days, Buzzard and her daughter traveled through Nebraska, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, and Kansas in a rental car, which was observed at times with “a false or switched” license plate.

The rental car returned to the family’s home in Lompoc, California—about 55 miles northwest of Santa Barbara—on October 10, with Ashlee Buzzard driving. Melodee was not seen in the car. The last confirmed sighting of the child was the previous day, captured on video surveillance near the Colorado-Utah state line.

Melodee was reported missing on October 14 by a school administrator concerned about her extended absence—not by a family member. When authorities visited the mother’s home, Melodee was not there and no verifiable explanation for her whereabouts was given. Officials also noted that Ashlee Buzzard has remained uncooperative and has not provided any confirmation regarding Melodee’s location or welfare.

While Ashlee Buzzard’s arrest occurred during the missing persons investigation, the sheriff’s office emphasized, “it is not directly related to Melodee’s disappearance.” Detectives remain focused on locating Melodee and confirming her safety.

Anyone who has seen Melodee or has information about her whereabouts is urged to contact the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office or leave an anonymous tip.

It is not immediately clear whether Ashlee Buzzard has an attorney. She will be booked at Santa Barbara County jail, where bail is set at $100,000, officials said.
https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/11/09/mother-of-missing-9-year-old-melodee-buzzard-is-arrested-authorities-say-its-not-related-to-her-daughters-disappearance/

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Family displaced, 5 dogs killed in two-alarm central Fresno apartment fire

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FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A devastating two-alarm fire broke out on Thursday afternoon in a central Fresno apartment, leading to the tragic loss of five dogs and displacing a family.

According to the Fresno Fire Department, the blaze started shortly after 3:45 p.m. at the Fresno Glenn Apartments, located at the intersection of Glenn and Voorman avenues. Fire crews quickly responded and requested additional assistance due to concerns that the fire could spread to neighboring units.

Thanks to their efforts, firefighters were able to contain the flames to a single apartment. However, several adjacent units suffered smoke damage. The family residing in the affected apartment safely escaped without injury.

Sadly, investigators confirmed that five dogs perished in the fire. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Authorities continue to assess the situation and provide support to those impacted by this heartbreaking event.
https://abc30.com/post/family-displaced-5-dogs-killed-alarm-central-fresno-apartment-fire/18122965/

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New Mexico man allegedly kills mother, stores dismembered remains in home freezer for weeks: Report

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An Albuquerque, New Mexico man has been arrested on charges of allegedly killing and dismembering his mother before placing her remains in a freezer, according to reports.

Court records show 49-year-old Leroy Vallejos was booked into the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center on Wednesday. He faces charges including first-degree murder, battery, battery of a household member, and tampering with evidence. Vallejos is currently being held under preventative detention.

The Albuquerque Police Department reported that Vallejos admitted to choking his 69-year-old mother, Ernestina Lucero, to death nearly three weeks ago, KRQE Albuquerque reported. Police further revealed that Vallejos claimed his mother was part of a “group of people giving their lives to darkness” who were conspiring against him.

Officers conducted a welfare check at Lucero’s home last Tuesday after Vallejos informed a healthcare company that his mother had been missing for about a week. He had contacted the company to request payment for her care despite not having seen her recently. During the welfare check, Vallejos allowed officers inside and told them his mother had gone to Mexico. However, officers found Lucero’s prescriptions still in her bedroom.

One officer reportedly found garbage bags inside a large freezer, which were later determined to contain the remains of a female, according to the station. This discovery prompted a more thorough search of the home, where officers found a saw with what appeared to be dried blood stains under a sink.

Prior to the welfare check, another family member had reported Lucero missing, leading the police department to issue a missing person bulletin on October 23 and begin an investigation. Preliminary findings indicated that Vallejos had allegedly withdrawn money from his mother’s bank account, and her vehicle had been sold before she was reported missing.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence in this disturbing case.
https://www.foxnews.com/us/new-mexico-man-allegedly-kills-mother-stores-dismembered-remains-home-freezer-weeks-report