An Ocean County sheriff's attempt to track a swarm of roughly 50 mysterious drones proved futile. Deployed drones, even industrial grade, were easily evaded by the unidentified UAVs, some observed with eight-foot wingspans trailing a Coast Guard vessel. The drones, lacking heat signatures, prompted notifications to state police, the FBI, and the Coast Guard.
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India's cricket team is gearing up for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, with matches hosted in Dubai due to security concerns of travelling to original hosts Pakistan. They start against Bangladesh on February 20. India has a strong record in Dubai, with significant performances from players like Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan.
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Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash was murdered by his wife Pallavi during lunch at their Bengaluru home. She stabbed him multiple times after an alleged history of domestic violence. Pallavi later confessed via WhatsApp. A property dispute and claims of abuse, drugging, and digital surveillance are being probed. Their daughter Kriti's role remains unclear. Investigation continues.
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