An Indian vlogger, Nitish Advitiy, ignited social media with a video branding New York City as "America's Stinkiest City." The clip captures smoke billowing from manholes, a sight that seemed normal to locals but shocked international viewers. This sparked debate about Western media's focus on hygiene issues in developing countries while overlooking similar problems in their own cities.
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A Honduran mother and her two children are suing the US government, alleging unlawful arrest after their case dismissal in a Texas courthouse. The family, who legally entered the US, claims the arrest violated their constitutional rights. The lawsuit highlights concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement, especially as the 6-year-old son, a leukemia patient, suffered due to detention.
A suicide attack, claimed by the Pakistani Taliban, targeted a military convoy in North Waziristan, resulting in the deaths of 16 soldiers and injuries to over two dozen individuals, including civilians. The bomber used an explosive-laden vehicle, causing significant damage and casualties.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces trial, his son Christian 'King' Combs released an EP. The EP features a track called 'Diddy Free' with Kanye West. The song supports Diddy amidst sex trafficking charges. Kanye West, listed as executive producer, showed support at the courthouse. Diddy has pleaded not guilty and could face a life sentence.
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A dispute over an EU event in Brussels highlights the contrasting views of German ministers on energy policy. Economy Minister Reiche's openness to nuclear power clashes with Environment Minister Schneider's focus on renewables, reflecting broader disagreements on climate goals. The debate extends to plans for new gas-fired power plants, raising concerns about Germany's climate neutrality target by 2045.
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulted in at least 20 Palestinian deaths, according to local health officials. The strike targeted a tent encampment in Khan Younis and Jabalia. Amidst the violence, US President Donald Trump stated he anticipates a response from Hamas within 24 hours regarding his "final proposal" for a ceasefire in Gaza.