An Indian national, Jashanpreet Singh, is accused of causing a fatal multi-vehicle crash on a California freeway while allegedly under the influence of drugs. Federal immigration officials stated Singh is an illegal migrant who entered the U.S. in 2022 and was released into the country. The incident resulted in three deaths and several injuries.
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Residents across the UAE can expect misty mornings this weekend as humidity levels rise, leading to frequent fog formation. While Saturday brings fair to partly cloudy skies and a temperature drop, overnight humidity will increase, potentially reducing visibility for early commuters. Motorists are urged to drive with caution.
H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi inaugurated the Sharjah Marine Science Research Centre in Khorfakkan, featuring 12 specialized labs, advanced research facilities, and international collaborations. The centre supports student-led research, practical training, and global publications, promoting marine sustainability. It aims to lead in ocean science, advance the blue economy, and strengthen the UAE’s environmental and scientific standing.
Around 260,000 civilians, including many children, are trapped in El Fasher, besieged by the RSF militia and cut off from aid. Eyewitnesses report people resorting to animal feed as food supplies have ceased. Fears of escalating violence, including mass shootings and rape, are high as the RSF claims control of the city.
Three men have been sentenced for the 2022 murder of gangster Vishal Walia. Iqbal Kang received 17 years for conspiracy, Deandre Baptiste life without parole for 17 years for second-degree murder, and Balraj Basra life without parole for 25 years for first-degree murder and arson. Justice Milman described the killing as an execution.
A video showing a young man using racist slurs against an Indian-origin employee has caused outrage in Canada and India. The incident reportedly occurred in Oakville, Ontario. Reports suggest South Asian staff have been repeatedly targeted by a group of teens. Social media users have condemned the teen's behavior as disgusting and gross.
A family's beach clean-up in Western Australia unearthed a century-old message in a bottle. Two Australian WWI soldiers, Privates Malcolm Neville and William Harley, penned letters aboard the HMAT A70 Ballarat in 1916, expressing optimism before heading to the Western Front. Their messages, remarkably preserved, have now connected their descendants, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
New DNA evidence from Napoleon's soldiers' teeth shows diseases like paratyphoid and relapsing fever were major killers during the Russian campaign. These invisible enemies weakened troops, contributing significantly to the army's catastrophic retreat. This discovery shifts historical understanding from solely blaming the cold to recognizing disease as a primary cause of the Grande Armée's downfall.
A social media storm erupted over who is considered an aunt after Zohran Mamdani clarified an anecdote about his father's cousin, Zehra Fui, not his aunt Masuma Mamdani. Commentators are now discussing cultural naming conventions for relatives, while Mamdani asserted that he was not lying when he spoke about his aunt living in fear during 9/11.
The Filipino entertainment world mourns the loss of 19-year-old influencer Emmanuelle Atienza. Her parents, veteran TV host Kuya Kim Atienza and Philippine Eagle Foundation president Felicia Hung-Atienza, are known for their public service and advocacy. The family, deeply rooted in leadership, is remembered for Emman's inspiring message on mental health and authenticity.