The Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from Apaches seeking to block a copper mine project on sacred land in Arizona. This decision upholds lower court rulings that permit the land transfer to the Resolution Copper, despite claims that it violates religious rights and destroys a spiritually significant site.
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With summer travel surging and airlines anticipating surpassing pre-pandemic levels, United Airlines is implementing a new check-in policy. Starting June 3rd, domestic passengers without checked bags must check in 45 minutes before departure, a 15-minute increase. This change aims to improve efficiency as major cities like Chicago and New York become popular destinations.
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini criticized the new US-backed aid distribution model in Gaza, deeming it a wasteful distraction from alleged atrocities. Speaking in Japan, Lazzarini asserted the UN's readiness to deliver aid effectively, warning of imminent famine. Chaotic scenes erupted at a new aid center in Rafah, highlighting the desperation amid severe shortages.
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth cautioned that China is actively preparing to use military force to expand its influence in the Indo-Pacific region, posing a real and imminent threat. He highlighted concerns about a potential invasion of Taiwan by 2027 and China's growing presence in Latin America, urging allies to increase defence spending and be wary of Chinese economic entanglements.
The transition was made quietly, with MoHAP removing all related service options from its website and discontinuing its WhatsApp-based application system. Residents are now required to navigate a decentralised process based on their emirate of residence.
Kathmandu marked International Everest Day with climbers and guides. The event celebrated Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay's historic climb. Nepal recognizes the mountaineering community's contribution. Hundreds of foreign climbers visit Nepal annually. They are assisted by local guides. The end of May marks the end of the climbing season. Kami Rita Sherpa recently scaled Everest for a record 31st time.
A significant earthquake, measuring 6.1 in magnitude, rattled the eastern coast of Hokkaido, Japan, on Saturday evening. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported the quake struck at a depth of 20 kilometers near Kushiro.
In a recent CBS interview, Elon Musk sidestepped questions about a potential ban on foreign students, pivoting the conversation to spaceships. He did, however, express disappointment with Trump's new spending bill, citing concerns about the budget deficit.
Driving instruction is also under tighter control. Only certified instructors with valid permits may train others, and they must not allow trainees to drive in populated areas unless they are confident of the trainee’s ability to operate the vehicle safely.
President Zelenskyy affirmed Ukraine's successful drone attack on Russia, warning of continued strikes unless Moscow ceases its offensive. Speaking after US-brokered peace talks in Istanbul, he highlighted the drone strike as a strategic operation. Both sides agreed to exchange wounded prisoners and discussed a potential meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin, while Russia rejected Ukraine's ceasefire proposal.