Sat May 24 07:40:00 UTC 2025: **News Article Summary:**
**Tornado Touches Down in Oklahoma Amid Severe Weather Outbreak; Global News in Brief**
Arnett, Oklahoma, became the latest US state to experience severe weather as a tornado touched down, captured on video by storm chasers. Much of Oklahoma faces a moderate risk of tornadoes, with a severe thunderstorm warning in effect. This comes as neighboring states grapple with a severe weather outbreak that has claimed 28 lives. Elsewhere, in New York City, a Mexican Navy training sailboat crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two deaths and at least 19 injuries. A historic Louisiana mansion, Nottoway House, was largely destroyed by fire.
In other news, a singer gave emotional testimony in a case alleging sexual abuse by a rapper who allegedly exploited fame and violence; the rapper’s defense attorneys claim he lives a swinger lifestyle. Judges have been challenging some recent detentions made by the Trump administration in efforts to combat illegal immigration. Robert Prevost, originally from Chicago, was ordained a priest in 1982.
Globally, tensions are rising as New York police arrested over 70 pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University’s main library. During a visit to the White House, the Canadian Prime Minister reiterated that Canada is “not for sale” and discussed trade issues with President Trump. Trump defended tariffs. Former US President Joe Biden spoke with the BBC about Trump, Russia and US-Europe relations.
Additional stories include a focus on menswear at a fashion event, a historical look at Oval Office meetings ahead of the Canadian Prime Minister’s visit, a look at the continued popularity of visiting Guantanamo Bay prison, and the exploration of California Governor’s rumored White House ambitions.
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