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Union Square Park where he planned to give away video game consoles descended into mayhem, drawing a crowd estimated at several thousand young people. In addition to the riot count, the livestreamer, Kai Carlo Cenat III, was expected to be charged with unlawful assembly and, potentially, other crimes, Jeffrey Maddrey, the New York Police Department's chief of department, said at a news conference late Friday. The episode, which began shortly after 3 p.m.

Mark Margolis, who played the sinister, wheelchair-bound cartel don Hector Salamanca in acclaimed TV shows "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," has died aged 83, his family said Friday. Margolis died Thursday at a New York hospital following a short illness, with his wife and son at his bedside, according to a statement.

Mark Margolis, the veteran actor known for his captivating portrayal of the wheelchair-bound cartel patriarch Hector Salamanca in the hit TV shows "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," has died at the age of 83. His family confirmed the news on Friday, stating that Margolis passed away on Thursday at a New York hospital after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his wife and son during his final moments. Born in Philadelphia in 1939, Margolis followed his passion for acting to New York City, where he built a successful career as a character actor. Alongside his iconic role in «Breaking Bad» and its acclaimed spin-off «Better Call Saul,» Margolis graced the silver screen with supporting roles in acclaimed films like «Scarface,» «Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,» and «Black Swan.» Additionally, his talent shone in the HBO series «Oz.» In recognition of his exceptional performance in «Breaking Bad,» Mark Margolis received an Emmy nomination in 2012, further solidifying his status as one of the industry's esteemed actors. Beyond his professional achievements, Margolis leaves behind a legacy of love and family. He was married to Jacqueline for an incredible 61 years and is survived by their only child, Morgan, as well as three cherished grandsons.

Kai Cenat turned into chaos at Manhattan's Union Square on Friday afternoon. Thousands of people gathered, hoping to snag prizes promised by the streamer, but the situation quickly spiraled out of control, leaving the police struggling to regain order. Aerial TV news footage captured the tense scene, showing the tightly packed crowd surging through the streets, scaling structures in the park, and causing traffic disruptions. Shouting teenagers engaged in destructive behavior, throwing objects at vehicles, and even assaulting each other. Some individuals climbed on moving vehicles, leading to dangerous situations. By 5:30 p.m., the police managed to gain control of much of the area, but sporadic skirmishes continued. Officers faced resistance from some of the attendees who knocked over barricades, hurled bottles, and attacked law enforcement with various objects. In total, 65 people, including 30 juveniles, were arrested in connection with the incident.

Twitchtrackers, Cenat tops the list of the of the most-subscribed streamer on the platform. Speaking of his YouTube channel, he has about 4.01 million subscribers with channel on his own name wherein he posts daily life and comedy vlogs. His 299 YouTube videos have amassed more than 276 million (27.6 core) views among them.

Project Runway and Below Deck brought together the worlds of fashion design and yachting drama. The challenge tasked designers with revamping the ship crew members' uniforms, leading to unexpected interactions behind the scenes. In particular, a surprising encounter between designer Anna Z and Below Deck Sailing Yacht star Gary King left fans both shocked and disappointed. With Anna recently going through a divorce, the unexpected connection with Gary stirred emotions among viewers, as he is known for his distinct personality.

Hulu is constantly updating its movie collection, making sure you have plenty of entertainment during the upcoming heat waves. Among the summer movie classics is Jurassic Park, released 30 years ago in June 1993. Excitingly, Hulu added all three films from the original Jurassic Park trilogy to their catalog on the first day of August, giving you a chance to indulge in a nostalgic summer-night marathon if you were fortunate enough to experience these movies in theaters. Adding to the charm, Hulu will also include the witchy classic from 1998, Practical Magic. While not a typical «Halloween season» movie, it will evoke the feeling of cooler autumn temperatures and remind you that Halloween is just around the corner. Alongside these classics, Hulu has a variety of contemporary movies lined up for its streaming service in August, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.

A freight train has derailed in upstate New York, disrupting Amtrak service and prompting authorities to close roads in the area

An American billionaire and major donor to a Jerusalem think tank backing the Israeli government’s divisive judicial overhaul says that he will stop giving to the conservative group

U.S. gas prices are continuing to rise — giving drivers across the country another headache at the pump

Amazon on Thursday posted better-than-expected revenue and profits for the second quarter, sending its stock higher in after-hours trading

Stocks closed lower following mixed reports about the U.S. job market and profits at two of Wall Street's most influential stocks

Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes on Friday: Amazon, Booking Holdings rise; Apple, Monster Beverage fall

Copper Beech Farm, with 50 acres of waterfront property in the tony New York suburb of Greenwich, has sold for just under $139 million

Months into the fallout from a damning short-selling report, shares for corporate raider and activist investor Carl Icahn’s conglomerate Icahn Enterprises plunged Friday after the firm halved its quarterly dividend

An U.S. publishing executive has died in a boating accident off Italy’s Amalfi Coast

Almost two years after Biden’s infrastructure bill became law, two high-profile Democrat senators are keen on ensuring that crypto reporting requirements within the bill are properly enforced.

Bloomsbury USA chief Adrienne Vaughan was killed on Thursday. Vaughan was on vacation with her family and went on an excursion to the scenic coast where her cruiser collided with a tourist boat, carrying a wedding banquet.

By Jonathan Stempel

United States-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in June.

By Herbert Lash