A norovirus outbreak impacted over 230 passengers and crew on the Queen Mary 2 luxury cruise from England to the Caribbean. The ship swiftly implemented isolation and sanitation measures, resulting in a reduction of reported cases. Norovirus, common in enclosed spaces, causes gastrointestinal issues but typically resolves within days.
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Red flags are raised as US deploys Indian-American Second Lady Usha Vance to Greenland, sparking tensions with Denmark. While the official visit aims to celebrate US-Greenland ties, concerns grow over US intentions. Vice President JD Vance's remarks further fuel the controversy, with Europeans protesting the aggressive move.
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Donald Trump Jr. and his new girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, were spotted at Miami International Airport en route to Madrid. This public appearance follows Trump Jr.'s split from Kimberly Guilfoyle, who is now slated to become the US ambassador to Greece. The couple's outing confirms their relationship after a previous sighting at Mar-a-Lago.
US President-elect Trump praised an 'epic' ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, set days before his second term begins, aimed at halting the deadliest clashes in Gaza. The agreement includes phased release of hostages, Palestinian prisoners, and humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza, while ensuring a six-week initial ceasefire.
A USAID contractors’ union has asked a federal judge to halt the destruction of classified documents following an email instructing staff to shred or burn records amid the agency’s shutdown by the Trump administration. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential loss of key evidence linked to legal challenges and mass firings.
Mexico denied a US request to allow a US military aircraft carrying deported migrants to land. Two similar flights landed in Guatemala, but the mission to Mexico was halted after permission was denied. This situation highlights ongoing cooperation and disagreement on immigration matters between the US and Mexico.
An American doctor in Connecticut and an immigration attorney in Boston received alarming emails from the Department of Homeland Security, demanding they "leave the country immediately." Both women, born in the U.S., are seeking legal counsel. DHS acknowledged the error, attributing it to non-personal email addresses provided by aliens, and stated they are addressing the issue on a case-by-case basis.
In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a child died, and three others were injured after a mortar shell exploded when they mistook it for a toy. The incident occurred in South Waziristan district, known for past militant activity. Such tragedies have claimed numerous lives in the region, with children unknowingly playing with explosive devices.
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