Matthew Impelli
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Matthew Impelli is a Newsweek staff writer based in New York. His focus is on reporting crime, politics and breaking news trends. Matthew joined Newsweek in 2019 after graduating from Syracuse University. Matthew also received his Master's degree from St. John's University in 2021. You can get in touch with Matthew by emailing m.impelli@newsweek.com. Languages: English.
Bryan Kohberger alibi details spark question about witnesses
"It is anticipated this evidence may be offered by way of cross-examination of witnesses produced by the State as well as calling expert witnesses," the alibi response said.
Idaho murder update: Bryan Kohberger offers glimpse of his alibi
Shortly after his arraignment, Latah County prosecutor Bill Thompson announced in a court filing that the state was intending to seek the death penalty.
Jason Aldean has last laugh after song backlash
A spokesperson for Country Music TV previously confirmed to Newsweek that Aldean's music video was no longer on its airways.
Bronny James cardiac arrest sparks COVID vaccine theory
James "is now in stable condition and no longer in ICU," according to a statement from his family.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accuses Democrats of sabotaging event
A New York Post report detailed the 2024 presidential hopeful speaking about COVID-19 and saying it "is targeted to attack Caucasians and Black people."
Nobel Prize winner who doesn't believe climate crisis has speech canceled
"I don't believe there is a climate crisis," Dr. John Clauser said during a speech at Quantum Korea 2023 in Seoul, South Korea.
Are shark attacks rising? What the data shows
There were five shark attacks in New York in just two days over the recent Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Lowe's fires employee who tried to stop shoplifters: "Violation" of policy
According to police, the shoplifters "assaulted a 68-year-old worker who made contact with them as they exited the store."
Miss Italy won't allow transgender competitors: Must be woman "from birth"
Earlier this month, the Miss Netherlands 2023 contest crowned its first transgender woman winner, Rikkie Valerie Kollé.
Conservative commentator turns against Marjorie Taylor Greene
"We fought for this individual, but I fight no longer, I fight no longer. I'm through," Brian K. Pritchard said about the Georgia congresswoman.
'USA' chants break out on Wall Street as anti-woke company goes public
"Today was a special day for our company, our movement, the stock market, and the country," Michael Seifert, founder and CEO of PublicSq, told Newsweek.
Jim Jordan hearing with Robert Kennedy Jr. is a series of explosive moments
"I have never been anti-vax. I have never told the public to avoid vaccination," Kennedy Jr. said at the hearing on Thursday.
Carlee Russell update: Police raise red flags about abduction story
The Hoover Police Department also said that there is "no reason to believe there is a threat to public safety" in regard to Russell's disappearance.
Anheuser-Busch handed win amid ongoing Bud Light boycott
On Wednesday the Beer Institute's Code Compliance Review Board (CCRB) ruled in favor of Bud Light's advertisement with Dylan Mulvaney.
Jason Aldean's song hits number 1 as Country Music TV turns on him
A spokesperson for CMT confirmed to Newsweek that the music video is no longer on rotation on the channel.
CNN mocked for saying Jack Smith's $5 subway order was 'a message to Trump'
The remarks by CNN hosts prompted a number of Twitter users to mock CNN for discussing Smith's sandwich order and connecting it to Trump.
Biden's fight for student loan cancellation gets a boost
Biden has recently promoted income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, such as the SAVE plan and the Revised Pay As You Earn Repayment (REPAYE) Plan.
Jason Aldean shooting music video at 1927 lynching site sparks backlash
In a behind-the-scenes video, Aldean confirmed that the music video was shot outside the Maury County Courthouse in Columbia, Tennessee.
Transgender cyclist speaks out after being banned from women's race
Austin Killips wrote on Instagram that she was "devastated by the UCI's decision to renege on the policy and framework they previously set out for inclusion."
Bud Light suffers another loss as July 4 sales drop
"I project that sales are not going to improve and potentially could get worse," a former Anheuser-Busch executive previously told Newsweek.
Carlee Russell's story turns people against true crime fans
Russell returned to her family's residence safely on Saturday night. Investigators are still working on uncovering any other unknown facts about the case.
Republicans stop plan to force transgender men to enter draft
"If these folks want to be treated like men, they need to act like men," Tennessee Republican Representative Tim Burchett said.
What is IDR student loan forgiveness? Cancellation option explained
Several repayment plans allow for the cancellation of debt after a certain number of years.
Donald Trump and Hunter Biden may be headed for court showdown
In a cease and desist letter to Trump, Hunter Biden's lawyer warned that the former president's social media posts may incite violence against Hunter.
Map shows distance from Rex Heuermann's house to murder victims
Law enforcement officials arrested 59-year-old Rex Heuermann on Friday in connection to the Gilgo Beach murders.
Student loan forgiveness update: How to know if you qualify for new plan
"This Administration will not stop fighting to level the playing field in higher education," Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said.
Congressman says people "deserve to know" about aliens
"I think there's a lot of interest," House Oversight Committee chair James Comer said while speaking about a hearing on UFOs and UAPs.
Bud Light sales may drop even more, former Anheuser-Busch exec says
"Unfortunately, I think it's going to be a long way to go to get back the market share they lost," a former Anheuser-Busch executive told Newsweek.
Student loan forgiveness update: How to get debt canceled under new plan
The announcement of the new SAVE plan comes shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Biden's student debt cancellation program.
Why Bud Light boycott was so devastating to sales: Ex-Anheuser-Busch exec
Anson Frericks explained to Newsweek the reason the current boycott of Bud Light has been so successful is mainly due to two reasons.
