A Russian captain is in U.K. police custody after his cargo ship collided with a U.S. tanker transporting jet fuel in the North Sea. The collision resulted in one crew member missing and a risk of environmental damage. The incident involved a mix of Russian and Filipino crew and no foul play is suspected.
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President Trump has sent a letter to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, urging a quick agreement on a new nuclear deal. Trump has given Khamenei a two-month deadline, stating alternative measures will be considered if an agreement isn't reached diplomatically. Rising tensions include allegations of Iran plotting against Trump and its support for Houthi militants.
Pakistan assures the IMF it will complete the sale of Pakistan International Airlines by July, after a previous failed attempt. The privatisation aims to address economic reforms and state-owned enterprise losses. Three potential buyers have shown interest. Pakistan also plans to sell financial institutions and power companies by the end of the year to meet IMF conditions.
A Texas mother is suing Rockwall-Heath High School's former coach John Harrell and his assistants for allegedly subjecting players to a workout that led to hospitalizations with a potentially fatal condition. The rigorous regimen included 400 push-ups in an hour. Harrell faced prior lawsuits, and the incident led to allegations of coaching misconduct and bullying.
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South Sudan has closed all schools for two weeks due to an extreme heatwave, with temperatures reaching 42 degrees Celsius. The heat has caused students to collapse, prompting calls to amend the school calendar. Most schools lack cooling systems, worsening the crisis. The fragile health system and economic struggles, including disrupted oil exports, add to the challenges. Civil groups criticize the government for poor planning.
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