Vladimir Motin, a Russian captain, denied manslaughter in a UK court. This relates to the death of Mark Angelo Pernia after a cargo ship collision. The incident occurred in the North Sea involving the Solong and MV Stena Immaculate. The collision resulted in a fire and the release of plastic nurdles. Rescue efforts saved 36 people.
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Israel on Friday said Hamas must accept a hostage deal in Gaza or "be annihilated", as US President Donald Trump announced that a ceasefire agreement was "very close". " accept the terms of the 'Witkoff Deal' for the release of the hostages -- or be annihilated."
Jimmy Sham, a prominent pro-democracy figure, is now free after spending four years in jail. He was arrested under national security law. Sham played a key role in 2019 protests. He was among 47 activists arrested for primary election involvement. Sham continued to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights while incarcerated. He acknowledges self-censorship and uncertainty about his future freedom.
Mohammed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national, faces federal hate crime charges for allegedly attacking pro-Israeli protesters in Colorado. He reportedly planned the attack for a year, using Molotov cocktails and gasoline, injuring twelve. Soliman expressed no remorse and desired the victims' deaths.
Some 23,000 staff of an opposition-held municipality in Izmir, Turkey's third-largest city, hit the streets for a seventh day Wednesday in a massive strike demanding higher wages. The strike, which was called by the Confederation of Progressive Workers' Unions (DISK), is seeking the elimination of wage differences between municipal staff from other unions.
Iran on Sunday warned it would retaliate if European powers that have threatened to reimpose nuclear sanctions "exploit" a UN report showing Tehran has stepped up production of highly enriched uranium. The European trio have warned they could reimpose sanctions if they deemed Iran's nuclear programme a threat to the continent's security.
Elon Musk has intensified his criticism of Donald Trump's tax and spending bill, urging the public to contact their representatives and "kill the bill." He argues the bill will massively increase the national debt, sharing concerns over rising national debt and government spending. Musk's opposition comes after his recent departure from the administration, marking his first public disagreement with Trump.
The UN warns of a high probability that average global warming will surpass the 1.5 degrees Celsius benchmark between 2025 and 2029, following record-breaking temperatures in recent years. The report highlights the increasing negative impacts on economies, daily lives, and ecosystems, emphasizing the urgent need to cut fossil fuel emissions and transition to clean energy to mitigate dangerous levels of warming.
A rare oarfish, also known as a 'doomsday fish', appeared on Tasmania's west coast. Sybil Robertson discovered the large, silver fish on the beach. Experts say encountering oarfish is exceptionally unusual. These deep-sea creatures live in deep ocean waters. Oarfish are not strong swimmers and often float vertically. A marine biologist encountered one in 2022 on the Great Barrier Reef.
Zohran Mamdani, a New York City mayoral candidate of Indian-Ugandan-American heritage, is strategically employing his cultural background to connect with voters. He released a Hindi video promising rent relief, free buses, and affordable groceries, directly appealing to the South Asian community. Mamdani contrasts himself with Andrew Cuomo, accusing Cuomo of being funded by Trump's donors and making empty promises.