A US federal judge on Monday cancelled the planned trial of US aviation giant Boeing over crashes of its 737 MAX aircraft that left nearly 350 people dead. The case dates to a January 2021 Justice Department agreement with Boeing that settled charges that the company knowingly defrauded the Federal Aviation Administration during the MAX certification.
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UN human rights chief Volker Turk condemned the deadly attacks on civilians near aid distribution sites in Gaza as potential war crimes. Recent incidents, including one in Rafah that killed 27, highlight the dangers faced by Palestinians seeking essential food aid. Turk called for investigations and accountability, criticizing Israel's militarized aid system for endangering lives and violating international standards.
With summer travel surging and airlines anticipating surpassing pre-pandemic levels, United Airlines is implementing a new check-in policy. Starting June 3rd, domestic passengers without checked bags must check in 45 minutes before departure, a 15-minute increase. This change aims to improve efficiency as major cities like Chicago and New York become popular destinations.
New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon considered new privacy laws. This followed allegations against his press secretary, Michael Forbes. Forbes allegedly recorded sex workers without their consent. He also secretly photographed women at the gym. Forbes resigned and apologised for his actions. Luxon expressed shock and questioned the legality of Forbes's behaviour.
A South Florida meteorologist, John Morales, has voiced concerns about the impact of staffing shortages at the National Weather Service (NWS) on forecast accuracy. He fears that recent cuts and staff reductions, including a nearly 20% reduction in weather balloon releases, are degrading the quality of forecasts.
Consumer confidence in the U.S. rebounded significantly in May, ending a five-month decline. The Consumer Confidence Index rose to 98, driven by easing inflation, steady job growth, and subsiding the tariff concerns. This surge in optimism could boost consumer spending and overall economic activity, signaling a potential turnaround in the near-term economic outlook.
Once best known for saluting protesters on January 6 before running from them on camera, Hawley has undergone a political transformation few would have predicted. This year, he shocked conservatives and delighted labour organisers by releasing a union-friendly proposal: A Pro-Worker Framework for the 119th US Congress. Among other things, it seeks to ban captive-audience meetings and impose civil penalties for labour violations—ideas more at home in Bernie Sanders’ toolkit than Paul Ryan’s.
Zimbabwe has announced plans to kill dozens of elephants to manage the population within the Save Valley Conservancy, where the current elephant population far exceeds the land's carrying capacity. The initiative aims to mitigate ecological damage caused by overpopulation. Meat from the culled elephants will be distributed to local communities, while the ivory will be secured by the state wildlife authority.
The Swiss village of Blatten faces devastation after a glacier collapse buried it under debris, displacing around 300 residents. While evacuated in time, villagers like Daniel Ritler lost homes and livelihoods. Glaciologist Saskia Gindraux links the disaster to climate change, highlighting increased risks in mountain regions.
Despite attracting 65 million tourists and ranking as a top global destination, Italy remains under a U.S. travel advisory urging increased caution due to potential terror threats in public areas. The warning, similar to those for France and the UK, advises vigilance at tourist spots, transport hubs, and other common targets.
President Bola Tinubu defended his economic reforms, claiming progress despite rising inflation and cost-of-living protests. While the World Bank noted economic growth, critics like Omoyele Sowore denounce the policies, citing increased insecurity and the burden on low-income citizens due to subsidy removals. Amnesty International reports a high death toll from jihadist and armed group violence during Tinubu's tenure.