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Tragic airplane crash claims lives of US and Russian figure skaters

A devastating aviation accident near Reagan Washington National Airport in Virginia has claimed the lives of several passengers, including members of the U.S. figure skating community and former Russian world champion skaters. The aircraft, a regional passenger plane operated by an American airline,......

Israeli soldier released in Gaza under ceasefire agreement

An Israeli female soldier, Agam Berger, who had been detained in Gaza, was released as part of a ceasefire and prisoner exchange deal between Israel and Hamas. This release occurred during the third phase of the arrangement and took place on Thursday when Berger emerged from the debris at the Jabalia......

Midair collision over Washington DC: Passenger plane and military helicopter crash into Potomac

A tragic midair collision occurred over Washington DC when a U.S. passenger plane carrying 64 people crashed into the icy waters of the Potomac River after colliding with a military helicopter engaged in a nighttime training exercise. The accident triggered a large-scale emergency response and led to......

Tragedy at Mahakumbh: Deadly Crowd Crush Claims Lives in India

A devastating crowd crush at the Mahakumbh religious festival in northern India has resulted in the deaths of at least seven people, with some reports suggesting the toll could be as high as 15. Many others were injured in the incident, which occurred in the city of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Eyewitnesses......

Palestinian-American journalist detained and deported by Switzerland

Washington, DC – Palestinian-American journalist Ali Abunimah has confirmed his release and deportation by Swiss authorities following a three-day detention. Abunimah, known for his role as the executive director of a publication advocating Palestinian rights, suggested in a statement that his......

Pakistan to repatriate 22 survivors of Dakhla boat tragedy

The Pakistani Foreign Office has announced the repatriation of 22 survivors of a boat capsize near Morocco’s Dakhla port. The operation is the result of extensive investigations and coordination with Moroccan authorities, with the repatriation set to begin today. Four migrants, who had been stranded......

Preliminary findings on South Korean aviation disaster reveal bird strike involvement

A recent investigation into a tragic aviation accident in South Korea has uncovered bird remains in the engines of the Boeing 737-800 that crashed on December 29. The preliminary report, issued by South Korean authorities, reveals that both engines of the ill-fated plane contained DNA from Baikal Teals,......

Fatal explosion in Taroudant tunnel highlights safety concerns in infrastructure projects

A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday in the Ouzioua region of Taroudant province, where four workers lost their lives following an explosion inside a tunnel associated with the "El Mokhtar Soussi" dam elevation project. According to a statement issued by the Tafnout commune on its official......

New fast-moving wildfire forces mass evacuations in LA County amid ongoing crisis

A rapidly spreading wildfire has erupted in Los Angeles County, compelling tens of thousands of residents to evacuate as the region grapples with one of the most severe wildfire seasons in recent history. The Hughes Fire, which ignited on Wednesday morning near Castaic Lake, approximately 45 miles northwest......

Trump blames Bolton for Iraq war and revokes security detail

In a striking rebuke, former President Donald Trump has publicly criticized his one-time national security adviser, John Bolton, attributing the disastrous U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 to Bolton's influence over President George W. Bush. Trump stated that Bolton, alongside former Vice President......

Hotel owner detained as ski resort fire in Turkiye claims 76 lives, sparks safety outrage

A tragic fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel, a renowned ski resort in Kartalkaya, Turkiye, has resulted in the deaths of 76 people and left numerous others injured. Authorities have arrested nine individuals, including the hotel owner, as investigations into the cause of the blaze intensify. The fire erupted......

Elon Musk responds to allegations of ‘Nazi salute’ at inauguration

Billionaire Elon Musk has dismissed accusations that he performed a Nazi salute during a speech at a political inauguration. Musk, who has often voiced support for former US President Donald Trump, addressed the controversy following widespread reactions to his gesture at the Capital One Arena in Washington,......

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Key developments on day 1,063

Combat Updates: The Ukrainian Air Force reported that Russia launched four missiles and 131 drones overnight. Of these, 72 drones were intercepted and destroyed, while 59 failed to reach their targets. Meanwhile, Russia’s Ministry of Defence announced the interception and destruction of 55 Ukrainian......