In a shocking incident of friendly fire, a US Navy cruiser accidentally shot down a US fighter jet over the Red Sea. Both pilots survived, with one sustaining minor injuries. This occurred amidst heightened US airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen following attacks on Israel.
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Ian Wagner, accused of threatening violence near UnitedHealthcare's headquarters, was ordered into custody without bond after an outburst in court, where he shouted about "power, money, and corruption." His mother, Cheryl Wagner, stated he suffers from mental illness. Officials had made multiple attempts to arrest Wagner for violating probation and electronic home monitoring before the incident at UnitedHealthcare.
China is placing Tibetan children in boarding schools to enforce assimilation into the national mainstream, prioritizing Mandarin over Tibetan language and culture. This policy, endorsed by President Xi Jinping, is facing criticism for erasing Tibetan identity and causing psychological harm. Parents have limited choice, as village and private Tibetan schools are being shut down.
A federal employee revealed that a key figure in Elon Musk's DOGE initiative is residing with family in a federal agency building. Attendees at a town hall raised concerns about potential job cuts following Musk's plan to reduce federal spending by 10 percent within a year.
A stream near Buenos Aires turned blood-red, sparking fears of industrial chemical dumping. Residents shared shocking images, linking the phenomenon to nearby tanneries. Officials suspect aniline, a toxic dye chemical, and have launched an investigation. Locals report the stream has changed colors before and have long complained about pollution. Authorities are now examining water samples to determine the cause and potential health risks.
US House of Representatives has approved a bill imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) after it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defence Mminister Yoav Gallant. With strong bipartisan support, the bill targets individuals assisting the ICC’s investigations, sparking criticism from human rights groups. It now awaits Senate approval.
LA mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for attending a cocktail party in Ghana during the Palisades fire. Despite warnings about an impending windstorm, she was part of a White House delegation. In earlier statements, Bass promised not to travel internationally if elected, but broke this promise five times as she went to France three times for the Olympics in 2024.
Faye Hall, an American woman recently freed from Taliban captivity in Afghanistan, expressed her gratitude to President Trump for securing her release. Hall's detention and subsequent release highlight ongoing diplomatic efforts to free detained US citizens, facilitated by the Qatari delegation amidst overall concerns about detainees' conditions.
A British woman and her South African fiance were found dead at a holiday villa in Hoi An, Vietnam. The UK Foreign Office is assisting the woman's family. Police are investigating the cause of death, noting no external trauma or signs of forced entry. Several empty wine bottles were found at the scene.
Michigan Rep. Laurie Pohutsky revealed she underwent sterilization, expressing concerns over reproductive healthcare under Trump's policies. Her announcement at a rally highlighted fears of restricted reproductive rights. The decision drew criticism from conservatives, but Pohutsky defended it as a personal healthcare choice. Trump reinstated policies limiting federal funding for abortion services, igniting debates over reproductive rights.