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(CNN) Lewis Hamilton said his Mercedes team is going "backwards" after an underwhelming performance at the weekend's season-opening Grand Prix in Bahrain . The seven-time world champion battled to finish fifth having begun seventh on the grid, crossing the line nearly 51 seconds behind race winner Max Verstappen . Hamilton's teammate George Russell finished in seventh to cap off a disappointing start to the 2023 Formula One season for Mercedes. Afterwards, Hamilton had an honest reaction to how his car and his team performed in contrast to others. "We definitely can't fight them at the moment -- [Red Bull] were much quicker than us, as were the Astons," the 38-year-old said. Read More "We're the fourth fastest team now, as opposed to the third last year. We're going backwards, [so] we really have a lot of work to do to close that gap." Hamilton and Russell in action during the Bahrain Grand Prix. Reigning world … [Read more...] about Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes going ‘backwards’ after underwhelming showing in season-opening race

Jerusalem (CNN) Half a million Israelis took to the streets in the tenth consecutive week of protests against plans by the government of Benjamin Netanyahu to overhaul the country's judicial system, organizers claimed. Israel has a population of just over 9 million, so if organizers' estimates are correct, about 5% of Israelis came out to voice their opposition to the proposed reforms. Nearly half of the protesters -- about 240,000 -- gathered in Tel Aviv, the organizers said. In Jerusalem, several hundred demonstrators gathered in front of President Isaac Herzog's house. They carried Israeli flags and chanted slogans including "Israel will not be a dictatorship." On Thursday, Herzog -- whose role is largely ceremonial -- urged the Netanyahu government to take the judicial overhaul legislation off the table. Israelis take part in a rally in Tel Aviv on Saturday to protest major changes to the country's judicial system. Protesters … [Read more...] about Half a million Israelis join latest protest against Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul, organizers say

(CNN) Five former Memphis Police Department officers pleaded not guilty Friday at their arraignment on criminal charges connected to the January death of Tyre Nichols , whose brutal beating after a police traffic stop was seen on video. Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Justin Smith, Emmitt Martin III and Desmond Mills Jr. each face charges of second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct and official oppression. Second-degree murder in Tennessee is considered a Class A felony punishable by 15 to 60 years in prison. The former officers are due back in court on May 1. Their attorneys entered not guilty pleas on their behalf. Members of Nichols' family sat in the rear of the courtroom with their attorney Ben Crump. After the pleas in Shelby County Criminal Court, Judge James Jones urged both sides to be patient as the case may take some time. What we know about the public servants involved in Tyre Nichols' death "We … [Read more...] about 5 former Memphis police officers charged in Tyre Nichols’ death plead not guilty

(CNN) The family of Bruce Willis has announced that the actor has been diagnosed with a form of dementia called frontotemporal dementia, or FTD for short. In a statement shared Thursday, the 67-year-old star's family stated that while the news "is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis." "Today there are no treatments for the disease, a reality that we hope can change in the years ahead. As Bruce's condition advances, we hope that any media attention can be focused on shining a light on this disease that needs far more awareness and research," the statement said. Willis' family — including wife Emma Heming Willis, ex-wife Demi Moore and his daughters — first disclosed his diagnosis of aphasia back in 2022. They said at the time that Willis was suffering from a medical condition that was affecting his cognitive abilities and would be taking a break from acting. JUST WATCHED VIDEO: These … [Read more...] about Bruce Willis’ family shares an update on his health and new diagnosis

(CNN) Prosecutors in Memphis, Tennessee, will review all cases that involved the five officers charged in the brutal beating death of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop, the district attorney's office said, as newly released documents show a sixth officer involved in the encounter lied in his statements to investigators. "The office will review all prior cases -- closed and pending," Shelby County District Attorney Steven Mulroy said in a statement. It is unknown how many cases this will involve. "This is just the beginning," Erica Williams, the spokeswoman for Mulroy, told CNN. "This involves any criminal case that [the officers] were involved in. It is any case where there were criminal charges that were brought by the DA anytime since they became officers." What we know about the public servants involved in Tyre Nichols' death The review comes as police documents detail alleged false statements made by Preston Hemphill following Nichols' death. … [Read more...] about Memphis prosecutors will review all cases involving the officers charged in Tyre Nichols’ death

Looking for a convenient yet chic place to crash during the Final Four in Houston? Or just planning a getaway in the heart of one of the most diverse cities in the country? There are plenty of hotels in downtown Houston to suit your needs. The average cost of a downtown Houston hotel room is about $225 per night. Some stays, such as the Four Seasons, will run approximately twice that, but there are deals to be found, too. Prices hinge upon factors including the day of the week and popular events that drive up demand. From boutique historic charmers and peak modern luxury purveyors, to the home of that famous Texas-shaped lazy river overlooking H-Town's iconic skyline, here are 10 of the best downtown Houston hotels worth booking. The Four Seasons hotel is the height of luxury in downtown Houston. Hotel ICON has many amenities including a happy hour-friendly bar. The Lancaster Hotel is a Texas Historical Landmark. (Photos by … [Read more...] about Downtown Houston hotels near the NCAA Final Four for every type of traveler