The US Coast Guard released an audio recording believed to capture the final moments before the Titan sub's implosion on June 18, 2023, while on an expedition to the Titanic wreck. Five passengers, including OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush and British billionaire Hamish Harding, tragically lost their lives.
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The airline said that the captain was hired in October 2007 by Mesaba Airlines and served as an active duty captain and in pilot training and safety capacities. About the first officer, Delta said that claims that she failed training events are false. Endeavor Air hired the first officer in January 2024 and she has been flying with the airline since she completed her training in April. Her flight experience time exceeded the minimum federal requirements
Following the fall of the Assad regime, families of Syria's disappeared rushed to Sednaya prison, hoping for answers. Hundreds converged on a Damascus morgue after 38 bodies were discovered at the prison, desperately searching for their loved ones among the remains.
Thai police have dismantled a $187 million international fraud ring, arresting 10 suspects, including Chinese nationals. The suspects were charged with fraud, cyberfraud, and money laundering. The operation targeted scam centers linked to Cambodia and Myanmar, where trafficked individuals swindle victims, often through fake online jobs and cryptocurrency investments. Authorities seized assets, including cash, luxury watches, and cars, as they continue efforts to crack down on transnational... Expand
Democratic attorneys general from 19 states are challenging President Trump's latest executive order on elections, arguing it undermines states' constitutional authority. The order requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and mandates mail-in ballots be received by election day, raising concerns over voter disenfranchisement and federal overreach.
Cortney Merritts, husband of former US Representative Cori Bush, has been charged with wire fraud for allegedly receiving over $20,000 in fraudulent Covid relief loans. Merritts is accused of misrepresenting his business finances to secure these government funds. There is no accusation against Bush in this case, despite previous scrutiny over campaign payments.
A new book reveals that President Biden cautioned Kamala Harris against diverging from him on policy during her 2024 campaign, potentially limiting her independence. Campaign advisor conflicts and Harris’ alignment with Biden’s presidency are highlighted as challenges in her bid to redefine her image.
Bangladesh is awaiting India's response regarding the appointment of a new high commissioner to India, with a typical timeframe of three to four months. The Bangladeshi foreign ministry has no information on former PM Sheikh Hasina's citizenship status in India. Reports on bilateral agreements have been made public.
President-elect Trump is likely to grant TikTok a 90-day extension to finalize a deal and prevent a U.S. ban. He indicated that a decision would be made after taking office on Monday. The new law barring app stores from distributing TikTok begins Sunday, and TikTok has requested assurance from the Biden administration regarding law enforcement.