A video showing Eric Trump changing his hand gesture after his wife Lara whispered to him at the inauguration ceremony has sparked online debate. The hand position, similar to ones used by Donald Trump and Angela Merkel, has led to speculations about its significance, including connections to anti-Illuminati symbolism. When Angela Merkel was asked about her hand position, she said it was spontaneous as one often wonders what to do with the hands at a meeting.
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Germany's largest union, IG Metall, proposed that foreign companies selling products in the EU should use European-made components. Juergen Kerner, the union's deputy head, emphasized that carmakers from China and the US should assemble products with European parts if they want to sell in the region. While advocating for a balanced approach to avoid trade tensions, IG Metall stressed the importance of transforming Germany's economy, especially ahead of the upcoming election, urging voters to... Expand
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Two young men in Balochistan's Dera Bugti district have been forcibly disappeared by Pakistani security forces. Identified as Ashref and Pato Khan, their whereabouts remain unknown. This incident adds to ongoing enforced disappearances in the region, highlighting a persistent human rights crisis. Families face difficulties in seeking justice, with international calls for accountability.
Southern California's first major storm of the season brought rain and snow, helping to extinguish wildfires but causing mudflows and road closures. Emergency crews worked to clear debris, and the storm disrupted schools and transport routes. Officials continue cleanup efforts, cautioning residents about toxic ash left by the fires. Despite the rains, drought conditions persist.
A football match in Germany was abruptly canceled after the referee was bitten in the testicle by a young child. The incident occurred before the match between FC Taxi Duisburg II and SV Rot-Weiss Mülheim, leaving the referee in too much pain to continue officiating. The match will be rescheduled.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden held a crucial discussion about progress in Gaza ceasefire negotiations and the release of hostages. Both the outgoing US president and the president-elect are pressuring Israel to strike a deal as Netanyahu faces opposition from within his cabinet and the far-right coalition.
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Kanye West reportedly misled an advertising agency to air an antisemitic ad during the Super Bowl, leading to the promotion of offensive merchandise on his website. Following the incident, USIM and other partners terminated their association with West, who faced criticism and further action from organisations and public figures.
A South Korean family has gone missing during their road trip from the Grand Canyon to Las Vegas. Authorities, following a detected phone signal near a major interstate accident, have conducted extensive but unsuccessful searches. The consulate general is collaborating with local police to expedite the search.