The 7 Brown University gunman; ‘Trump Kennedy Center’; how to feel wonder; and more
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Dec 19, 2025 A tragic shooting at Brown University leads to the discovery of the suspect's body. In a surprising move, the Kennedy Center board votes to rename their venue after Trump, sparking public outrage. Recent presidential pardons have left fraud victims reeling as their financial claims vanish. Meanwhile, a study reveals that just 20 minutes of viewing art can significantly reduce stress. In a heartwarming twist, a polar bear has adopted an extra cub, showcasing the wonders of wildlife conservation.
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Brown University Shooter Found Dead
- A gunman opened fire in a Brown University lecture hall, killing two students and wounding nine others during an economics study session.
- Authorities later found Claudio Manuel Neves-Valente dead of a self-inflicted gunshot in a New Hampshire storage facility, and linked him to an MIT professor's killing.
Controversial Vote To Rename Kennedy Center
- The Kennedy Center board voted to rename the institution the Trump-Kennedy Center after President Trump's repeated jokes about the idea.
- The move triggered legal and familial backlash because the law designates it the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Pardons Erase Victims' Financial Restitution
- At least 20 people granted clemency by President Trump also had financial penalties forgiven, wiping out tens of millions owed to victims.
- The White House did not say whether victims' ability to receive compensation factored into clemency decisions.