Russian billionaire oligarch Roman Abramovich and several Ukrainian officials were apparently poisoned while negotiating an end to Moscow’s invasion at a meeting. Abramovich, who owns is the former owner of English Premiere League team Chelsea Football Club reportedly completely lost his eyesight after attending the meeting that undermines Putin’s position (00:26:35). Also, recap of the Will Smith / Chris Rock slap (00:08:07) and much much more.
(00:00:00) - Timestamps
Cup of Coffee in the Big Time
(00:04:19) - Fun Facts/Holidays/History
(00:08:07) - Will Smith Slap Attack
(00:20:20) - Biden Job Report Blues
(00:26:35) - Chelsea Football Club Owner Poisoned (by Putin)
(00:30:38) - NYC Squirrel Man Gets Evicted from Tree
TikTok International Moment
(00:41:03) - Japan - Kawasaki Unveils First Rideable Robotic Goat
(00:52:39) - Shocking Shortage May Prevent Pools from Opening this Summer
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