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.
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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated the nation won't deploy its navy to support fishers in the contested Scarborough Shoal, aiming to avoid escalating tensions in the South China Sea. This follows an incident where Chinese vessels used water cannons against a Philippine supply boat. China asserts the Philippines' actions are provocative infringements on its sovereignty.
An American Airlines regional jet collided with a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter near Washington, D.C., resulting in the deaths of all 64 individuals onboard. The crash occurred in tightly controlled airspace, leading to an NTSB investigation into communication records and staffing levels at the air traffic control tower.
The US government has cancelled a contract with Acacia Center for Justice, which provided legal aid to about 26,000 unaccompanied migrant children. This decision leaves many children without legal representation in court. While Acacia can still offer legal sessions, government funding for court representation will cease, creating significant challenges for these vulnerable children.
A shipment of anti-tank mines was mistakenly delivered to an Ikea warehouse in Poland due to a logistical error. The incident occurred between July 4 and 7, leading to four soldiers facing prosecution for neglect of duty. The mines were later retrieved by military police.
A federal judge has dismissed the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, ruling out any possibility of reindictment. The decision eliminates allegations of political interference, with Judge Dale Ho emphasizing that Adams' political freedoms should not be compromised by prosecution threats.
The UAE's ministry of economy launched a three-month roadmap for "green intellectual property (IP)" to drive innovation, sustainability, and a circular economy. The initiative aims to boost eco-friendly patents, strengthen legal protections, and integrate IP into sustainable projects. With a goal of 8 per cent of patents in green technology, it supports the UAE’s vision and reinforces its top regional ranking in the global innovation index 2024.
The UK and EU are in arbitration at the permanent court of justice over fishing rights to sandeel in the North Sea. The UK banned commercial sandeel fishing in British waters to protect the ecosystem, citing environmental concerns. Brussels argues that the ban violates the 2021 trade agreement, which allows EU access to British waters until mid-2026. The outcome could set a precedent for future UK-EU trade disputes. A ruling is expected in two months.
Swedish prosecutors confirmed the identity of the suspected gunman in Sweden’s deadliest mass shooting but did not disclose his name. Media identified him as Rickard Andersson, a 35-year-old unemployed recluse with psychological issues. He killed 10 people at Campus Risbergska in Orebro before taking his own life. Authorities are still investigating his motive, as victims were of multiple nationalities.
Heavy snowfall in England caused disruption at airports in Bristol, Liverpool, and Manchester, leading to runway closures and travel delays. An amber weather warning was issued for snow and freezing rain across parts of Wales, central, and northwestern England. Snow accumulation was significant, with up to 40 cm in some higher regions.