Britney Spears says she was struck by Victor Wembanyama’s guard
Las Vegas police confirm they were called to the scene at a restaurant, but no arrests were made.
Collision between two buses in New York City injures 18
Officials use ropes and ladders to rescue tourists taking a night-time tour on a double-decker bus.
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