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.
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A plane crash off the coast of Roatán, Honduras, resulted in at least 12 fatalities and left one passenger missing. The Lanhsa Airlines jet crashed into the sea due to suspected mechanical failure. Honduran musician Aurelio MartÃnez was among the dead, while a 40-year-old French survivor is receiving treatment. Rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing.
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A group of nine masked intruders is suspected of carrying out two home invasions in Queens, assaulting a resident and stealing valuables. The first incident involved a violent attack on a 37-year-old man, while the second saw $25,000 in cash and jewelry stolen. The NYPD is seeking public help to identify the suspects.
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Tulsi Gabbard, confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence with strong Republican support, was presented with a Captain America shield symbolizing leadership and duty. Gabbard pledges to ensure national security and address political bias in intelligence. Her bipartisan background and commitment to service mark her leadership in overseeing 18 intelligence agencies.
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar early Friday. The tremor had a depth of 127 kilometers. There were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. Earlier this week, a 5.1 magnitude earthquake also hit Myanmar. In December, the region experienced a 4.2 magnitude earthquake, indicating ongoing seismic activity.