UNLV Shooting, TV iCon Dies at 101, S&P 500 Plunges

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December 08, 2023

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Yesterday, an armed assailant unleashed a barrage of gunfire at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, tragically resulting in the death of three individuals and leaving at least one other in critical condition. The perpetrator was fatally shot at the location during an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement officers.

Up to now, authorities have not disclosed the identity of the assailant or the potential motivation behind the incident. Details regarding the victims remain undisclosed as well. Initial reports indicate that the shooting spree commenced inside the premises of the university's business school. However, it remains uncertain if this location was deliberately chosen. This incident constitutes the second major shooting event at a university campus within the year, following a similar occurrence at Michigan State University in February, which resulted in three fatalities and eight injuries.

In a separate but equally disturbing event, a gunman accused of murdering six individuals and injuring three more in a shooting rampage that spanned San Antonio and Austin, Texas, on Tuesday, has been charged with capital murder.


Norman Lear, an iconic figure in American television and the creative force behind groundbreaking early 1970s sitcoms like "All in the Family" and "Sanford and Son," passed away on Tuesday at the age of 101.

His death was confirmed by his publicist to Variety, stating that Lear passed away due to natural causes at his residence in Los Angeles. A private ceremony for close family members is planned for the near future.

In a heartfelt statement, Lear's family expressed gratitude for the overwhelming expressions of love and support. They described Norman as a man of immense creativity, resilience, and compassion. His deep love for the United States and his lifelong commitment to upholding its core principles of justice and equality were highlighted. The family acknowledged the immense privilege of knowing and loving him, referring to it as the ultimate gift. They requested privacy as they grieve and celebrate the life of this extraordinary individual.

American equity markets experienced a decline on Wednesday, responding to newly released data highlighting a decrease in inflation and anticipation of the upcoming employment report.

The renowned Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a downturn, losing 70.13 points, a 0.19% decrease, ending the day at 36,054.43. Similarly, the S&P 500 witnessed a 0.39% reduction, settling at 4,549.34. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite also felt the pressure, dropping 0.58% to finish at 14,146.71. This marked the third consecutive day of losses for both the Dow and the S&P 500, a trend not seen since October for these indices.

Earlier gains in the stock market were reversed, with the Dow having been up by nearly 170 points at its peak during the day. The trading session was marked by fluctuations, with all three indices experiencing movements both above and below their starting levels in a volatile market environment.