Probe continues into Central Park explosion injuring man
Investigators search for the explosive compound after a hobbyist made device blew up in Central Park injuring a 19 year old University of Miami student Connor Golden of Fairfax Virginia and leaving him in stable condition. Police say no evidence links the blast to terrorism and urge tips from the public.
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Shooting near Houston mosque spurs security calls
The Council on American-Islamic Relations urges stronger security at Houston area mosques after a man heading to prayer was shot during an apparent burglary attempt near Madrasah Islamiah mosque. Police seek three suspects. victim reached the mosque entrance to call for help. Police say there is no evidence the attack targeted his faith. Ramadan and Eid safety needs cited by Muslim community leaders.
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Chestnut sets record with 70 hot dogs at Nathan's contest
Joey Chestnut won the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in New York with a record 70 hot dogs and buns, beating Matt Stonie by 17. Both eaters are from San Jose, California, as thousands watched on the Coney Island boardwalk. defending women’s champ Miki Sudo took first with 38.5 hot dogs, with Sonya Thomas in 4th.
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Mecca Mosque Ramadan Attack Fuels Saudi Guardianship Debate
The Prophet Muhammad’s mosque was crowded during Ramadan as local media report a planned strike on the Grand Mosque amid tensions over Saudi guardianship of Islam’s holiest sites. The article notes past escalations including the 1979 Mecca takeover and pilgrim crush losses.
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