A Kennedy Center worker was dismissed after posting a nude protest video online, criticizing President Trump's leadership. Tavish Forsyth, the Opera Institute's program director, condemned Trump's plans to ban drag performers and called out recent reforms removing diversity initiatives. The video led to the termination of Forsyth's contract due to its disturbing content.
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Armed militants attacked a police checkpost and a cement factory in Mastung, Balochistan, setting machinery on fire and stealing guns, ammunition, wireless sets, and motorcycles. There were no casualties. Militants also robbed a bank and burnt a police station in Khuzdar. Separatist groups have increased terrorist activities targeting security forces and installations.
A powerful winter storm has wreaked havoc across the United States, causing dangerous travel conditions, power outages, and evacuations. The storm has led to vehicle pileups in Oregon and Washington, heavy rain in California, and snow and freezing rain on the East Coast. Emergency shelters have been set up as residents cope with severe weather impacts.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful prostate surgery, with no fear of cancer. During his recovery, Justice Minister Yariv Levin temporarily assumed the role of acting prime minister. This operation follows other recent health issues and comes amid significant regional conflicts and domestic challenges.
Key Trump administration officials are challenging judicial oversight, as recent rulings obstruct the president’s agenda. These legal hurdles have sparked fierce criticism from allies, who argue that such judicial intervention undermines executive authority and jeopardizes democracy. A significant hearing is scheduled for February 14.
The Los Angeles fires, which started on Tuesday, have consumed over 12,000 homes and structures, with at least 11 lives lost. Spanning 25 miles, the fires have led to massive evacuations and tens of billions in damages. As firefighters battle the flames, residents survey the destruction.
A seven-year-old boy, Tinotenda Pundu, was remarkably rescued after surviving five days in Zimbabwe's dangerous Matusadona National Park. Discovered 50 kilometers from his village, Tinotenda endured challenging conditions, foraged for food, and cleverly avoided predators. His survival has been hailed as a miracle and highlights human resilience in the face of nature's threats.
On International Holocaust remembrance day, Fares Saeb, Israel's deputy ambassador to India, reflected on the Holocaust, recounting personal losses and warning against rising anti-semitism globally. He highlighted the alarming surge in anti-semitic content online, fueled by social media, AI, and deep fakes, especially after the October 7 attacks. Saeb connected this to real-world violence, with European anti-Semitic incidents rising 400 per cent since the war. He urged global unity against... Expand
During President Trump's inauguration, a lip-reading TikTok creator interpreted a conversation between Barack Obama and George W. Bush, suggesting Obama asked how to stop current events. The two former presidents laughed. Obama attended without Michelle, and skipped Trump's inaugural lunch with Bush and Clinton, exemplifying a humorous and critical tone towards Trump.
Cyprus will receive portable desalination plants from the UAE to address water shortages exacerbated by a fire at a static plant and low reservoir levels. The UAE's donation will provide 15,000 cubic meters of potable water daily, crucial for the peak tourism season. Cyprus is also planning long-term solutions, including new desalination plants and subsidies for private hotel plants.