Following a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, Japan's Pacific coastline is under tsunami alert, with potential waves reaching 3 meters. Evacuations are underway from Hokkaido to Wakayama, including the Fukushima nuclear facility. A woman died in Mie prefecture during evacuation. Nissan halted operations at some plants.
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A Russian plane crashed in the Amur region. Forty-nine people were on board. Investigators suspect crew error. The Antonov An-24 lost contact before landing. Wreckage was found near Tynda. No survivors were found. A criminal case has been opened. The crew attempted a second landing. Concerns exist about the plane's aging technology. Scrutiny over Russia’s aviation safety has increased.
The UK's stringent new age verification laws for online pornography, aimed at protecting minors, have triggered a massive surge in VPN usage as users seek to bypass the restrictions. These regulations require adult content websites to implement robust age checks, leading to privacy concerns and industry pushback.
Donald Trump has attacked a federal judge overseeing a legal dispute between his administration and Harvard University, alleging bias and promising to appeal any unfavorable ruling. He accused the judge, an Obama appointee, of being a "disaster" and claimed Harvard is anti-Semitic and anti-American despite its vast wealth.
Concerns are rising over a potential mine collapse in Jamunia, Dhanbad, where approximately 12 miners are feared trapped in an illegal coal mine. While officials claim no evidence of a collapse has been found, political parties are trading accusations regarding the prevalence of illegal mining in the region. The governing and opposition parties attacked each other over the illegal mining menace in the coal belt.
Amit Kumar revealed that his called-off wedding in 1981 deeply affected Kishore Kumar, leading to his first heart attack. Kishore had planned a grand celebration in Kolkata and envisioned settling down with Amit. However, the discovery that the bride was already married shattered his plans.
Following their acquittal in the 11/7 Mumbai train bombings case by the Bombay High Court, the accused express optimism about a favorable outcome in the Supreme Court. Despite past hardships, including family losses during their 19-year incarceration, they maintain their innocence and trust in the judiciary. They are determined to fight the case legally, confident that the truth will prevail and they will ultimately be vindicated.
The Bombay High Court has cast serious doubt on the reliability of prosecution witnesses in the 11/7 train blasts case. The court highlighted the lack of authority of the special executive officer who conducted the test identification parade, a critical step after the accused's arrest. Consequently, the identification of three alleged planters was deemed invalid, significantly weakening the prosecution's case.
In a remarkable display of resilience, a Filipino couple exchanged vows in a flooded church near Manila, highlighting the country's struggle with chronic flooding. The wedding proceeded despite knee-deep water caused by monsoon rains and Typhoon Wipha, symbolizing the couple's commitment amidst adversity.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) has achieved a milestone in India's Deep Ocean Mission by successfully developing the personnel sphere for the MATSYA-6000 submersible. This vessel is designed to carry humans to depths of 6,000 meters. The accomplishment involved overcoming challenges in welding thick titanium plates, marking a significant advancement for underwater exploration and resource assessment.
Donald Trump visited the Federal Reserve renovation site. He attacked Jerome Powell regarding rising costs. The project's budget increased from $1.9 billion to $2.5 billion. Trump suggested firing Powell over the budget issues. He also pushed for interest rate cuts. Trump believes high rates are hindering home purchases. The Fed is likely to maintain current rates next week.