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Shakira to appear in court on the first day of her tax fraud trial – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Joseph Wilson | Associated Press – 2023-11-19 19:49:10

SUMMARY: Global pop star Shakira has been summoned to a Barcelona courthouse for the first day of her trial for tax evasion. Prosecutors allege she failed to pay over $15 million in taxes to the Spanish government. Shakira denies any wrongdoing and claims to have already paid all that she owed. The trial hinges on her residency status and prosecutors are seeking 8 years and two months prison time. She turned down a deal to settle the case and the trial is scheduled to conclude on Dec. 14. Her defense team claims she was not a fiscal resident of Spain during the period in question. This is her second tax evasion case in Spain.

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FEMA Opens a Disaster Recovery Center in Dallas

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www.wbap.com – – 2024-07-06 16:20:56

SUMMARY: On July 6, 2024, FEMA inaugurated a new disaster recovery center in Dallas County to assist Texans impacted by recent severe storms and flooding. Located at 2828 Fish Trap Road, near Hampton Road and I-30, the center operates daily from 7 AM to 7 PM. Homeowners can receive one-on-one support from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration without needing an appointment. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive recovery assistance to affected residents. (©2024 WBAP/KLIF. All Rights Reserved)

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Texas coast braces for potential hit by Beryl, which is expected to regain hurricane strength – KXAN Austin

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www.kxan.com – JUAN LOZANO and JIM VERTUNO, Associated Press – 2024-07-06 15:57:53

SUMMARY: Texas officials urged coastal residents to prepare for Hurricane Beryl, expected to hit the Texas coast as a Category 1 hurricane on Monday. Having already caused 11 deaths in the Caribbean and significant damage in Mexico, it may bring flooding, heavy rain, and strong winds to Texas. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a preemptive disaster declaration for 121 counties. Voluntary evacuations and preparations are underway in coastal cities, with officials emphasizing safety over holiday plans. Beryl, currently 385 miles southeast of Corpus Christi with 60 mph winds, continues a destructive path through the Gulf of Mexico.

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Hamas Clears the Way for a Possible Cease-fire in Gaza After Dropping Key Demand, Officials Say

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www.wbap.com – – 2024-07-06 15:48:10

SUMMARY: Hamas has given initial approval to a U.S.-backed phased cease-fire proposal in Gaza, dropping its demand for an upfront commitment from Israel to end the war. This compromise could lead to the first pause in fighting since November and pave the way for further negotiations. Nonetheless, a final deal is still uncertain. Meanwhile, the Gaza Ministry reports that an Israeli airstrike on a school-turned-shelter killed at least 16 people and injured 50 others. The ongoing conflict involves repeated hostilities between Israel and Hamas. (July 6, 2024, Associated Press)

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