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Caleb Wilson case: Update on arrest made in Southern University student fraternity hazing death
Authorities in Baton Rouge on Friday announced that an arrest had been made over an off-campus fraternity hazing ritual incident that caused the death of a Southern University student. According to The Associated Press, authorities also said they’re expecting to arrest two more suspects in connection with 20-year-old Caleb Wilson’s death. Wilson, a Southern University…
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Disney star China Anne McClain apologizes after facing backlash for touching resting sea turtle in Hawaii
Disney star China Anne McClain has apologized after she faced backlash over a video that showed her touching a resting sea turtle during a trip to Hawaii. Per DLNR, the video in question was posted on McClain’s Instagram page. But the 26-year-old’s actions drew backlash from several people including Hawaii Governor Josh Green. “Aloha China,…
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