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Attorney for suspect in attack at Sam Altman's home says he was in midst of 'mental health crisis' Authorities say the 20-year-old suspect, who is autistic, hurled the incendiary device at Altman's home on Friday, setting an exterior gate on fire before fleeing on foot.

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7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year -- The convenience giant has closed hundreds of underperforming locations over the years, and the latest cuts arrive as higher prices strain consumers worldwide.

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