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Widespread disruptions were not the result of security incident or cyberattack: CrowdStrike

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-07-19 04:30:06

SUMMARY: A global technology outage caused by a faulty update to Microsoft Windows systems disrupted various services worldwide on Friday. Flights were grounded, banks and hospital systems went offline, and media outlets were affected. CrowdStrike clarified that the issue was not due to a cyberattack and that repairs were underway. The outage impacted airports, causing significant delays, particularly at U.S., European, and Australian airports. Many services reliant on Microsoft 365, including banks, hospitals, and news outlets, faced disruptions. Some athletes and spectators heading to the Paris Olympics experienced delays. Governments and companies scrambled to manage the fallout.

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Man wanted in South Carolina is arrested in Columbus

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November 9, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-11-09 15:56:00

SUMMARY: Josfat Salomon Martinez, also known as Miguel Sierra, was arrested in Lowndes County, Mississippi, after being tracked from South Carolina, where he was wanted for Exploitation of a Minor. He had four outstanding warrants for the crime. On October 31, detectives found two cell phones in his possession containing explicit images and videos of children being sexually abused. Martinez admitted the phones were his and was charged with two counts of Child Exploitation, with a bond set at $250,000. The investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be forthcoming, according to Sheriff Eddie Hawkins.

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MVSU football player killed during crash

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November 9, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-09 14:23:00

SUMMARY: Ryan Quinney, a junior linebacker at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), tragically died in a car accident on November 8 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. MVSU officials expressed their heartbreak, stating that Quinney was a vibrant member of the community whose spirit uplifted those around him. He was confirmed to have passed away in a statement released on the university’s Facebook page. Quinney, originally from Mobile, Alabama, will be deeply missed by his friends, faculty, and teammates. The incident has garnered significant attention as the community mourns his loss.

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Reaction to Jackson's bribery scandal after recent indictments

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November 9, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-11-09 10:11:00

SUMMARY: Jackson residents are grappling with the recent indictments of Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and City Councilman Aaron Banks on bribery charges. All three officials have pleaded not guilty. A detailed 32-page indictment reveals that they were allegedly caught on camera exchanging large sums of cash during a trip to Fort Lauderdale, with the FBI monitoring their activities. Experts suggest the penalties they face could lead to guilty pleas, while defense strategies may hinge on claiming entrapment. Their next federal court appearance is scheduled for January 2025.

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