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West is best? How we stack up against Australia: Running a quick stock take on the NZ and Aussie economies, Australia comes out on top.
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Greece and Spain under pressure to provide Ukraine with air defence systems: Kyiv renews plea for Patriot and S-300 systems at meeting of foreign and defence ...
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UAE weather: Light to moderate rains expected from Monday to Friday: The National Centre of Meteorology said it's closely monitoring the weather situation
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UAE: Expect a clear day tomorrow, with not much rain, as per weather forecast: Chances of light rain in eastern areas later this week, with slight drop in ...
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African leaders call for rethink on tackling violent extremism: African leaders at a security summit in Nigeria called for a revamp of institutions fighting ...
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About 15 million Sudanese in need of urgent health assistance | Africanews: Seven-year-old Mohammed, who began showing symptoms of an enlarged spleen and severe ...
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Review: Tim McGraw was on all night like a porch light at Xcel Energy Center: His hit-filled show in St. Paul included unexpected dancing (well sort of) and an ...
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After a year of war, Sudan is a failing state : Half a million may starve without urgent help
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Mexico’s presidential frontrunner vows to prioritise US trade ties: Claudia Sheinbaum strikes a contrast to mentor López Obrador at bankers’ conference
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Quick Glance: Mexico’s Presidential Front-Runner Emphasizes Priority of US Trade Ties
- Claudia Sheinbaum highlights US trade ties and aims to encourage companies to shift operations to Mexico to reduce ties with China.
- She signals the importance of the US trade relationship and promises consensus-based policies in contrast to her combative mentor López Obrador.
- Enthusiasm for Mexico's economic potential due to proximity to the US is evident, despite facing long-standing economic challenges.
- Sheinbaum runs a disciplined campaign, emphasizing continuity while showing willingness for differences and addressing significant economic challenges ahead.
Zelenskyy announces bilateral security agreements with US and Nordic countries – video
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Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China store under pressure from Beijing: Internet regulator orders delisting of two Meta-owned apps over ‘national ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Gen Ogolla: Badass combat pilot who sought peace via diplomacy: The departed Kenyan military chief was instrumental in peace deals in DR Congo and war on Al ...
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Japan hotel prices near 30-year high as weak yen lures record tourists: The average daily room rate for March was about ¥20,986 ($136), the highest level since ...
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Winter is coming (back) — Finland braces for heavy snowfall: Temperatures are set to drop below zero across the country this weekend, with heavy snow showers ...
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El Niño to Trigger Drought Insurance Payouts in Four Southern African Countries: A drought driven by the El Nino weather pattern is likely to trigger insurance ...
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Is social media weakening Africa’s democracy?: Social media has changed the status quo in politics. In an election cycle, interaction between politicians and the ...
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Heavy rains in UAE: No cloud seeding done, confirms Met Office: NCM meteorologist urges people not to fall for articles, videos spreading misinformation
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Quick Glance: Cause of Dubai Flooding: Cloud Seeding or Natural Phenomenon?
- Dubai grapples with the aftermath of heavy rainfall. Speculations on the role of cloud seeding are being discussed.
- Clouds consist of tiny water droplets that coalesce around particles to form rain. Cloud seeding manipulates this process.
- The effectiveness of cloud seeding is scientifically debated, with limited evidence of its efficacy.
- Experts refute the claim that cloud seeding was the primary cause of the flooding in Dubai.
African issues to be discussed as foreign ministers of G7 countries meet | Africanews
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Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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UAE witnesses record-breaking rains, highest in 75 years - News | Khaleej Times: 'Khatm Al Shakla' in Al Ain witnessed 254.8mm of precipitation in less than 24 ...
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Quick Glance: Historic Rains Flood the UAE
- On Tuesday, April 16, the UAE experienced an unprecedented amount of rainfall - the highest in 75 years.
- As per the National Centre of Meteorology, the 'Khatm Al Shakla' area in Al Ain received 254.8mm of precipitation in less than a day.
- A massive landslide disaster hit the region of Al Qua in Al Ain, leading to the collapse of a sandy road in a crater-like shape.
- Unstable weather conditions were observed in the country from Monday due to an extension of a 'low surface pressure'. Two waves of unstable weather moved over the country on Tuesday.
UAE Witnesses Highest Rainfall in 75 Years: According to a statement released by the National Center of Meteorology, the United Arab Emirates experienced the ...
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Courtney Love Says Taylor Swift Is 'Not Important' And Shades Beyoncé Too: The ex-Hole singer, who's the widow of Kurt Cobain, let her opinions fly in a British ...
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Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'
- Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'
- Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.
- She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.
- Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.
Elon Musk is feuding with Brazil’s powerful Supreme Court: The court has become the de facto regulator of social media in the country
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- Serial entrepreneur Elon Musk has been publicly criticizing Alexandre de Moraes, one of Brazil's Supreme Court judges, for the past week.
- The dispute revolves around X, a social media company owned by Mr. Musk, which announced on April 6th that a Brazilian court had ordered it to block a set of 'popular' accounts or face hefty fines.
- Mr. Moraes then initiated an inquiry against Mr. Musk for obstruction of justice, leading Mr. Musk to claim that censorship in Brazil is worse than in any other country where the platform operates.
- The row highlights the power of Brazil's Supreme Court and the debate on regulating social media without harming freedom of speech, which is a crucial battleground in Brazil.
Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Quick Glance: Biden admin partners with 50 nations to prevent future pandemics
- President Joe Biden's administration will assist 50 countries in identifying and responding to infectious diseases to prevent future pandemics like Covid-19.
- The U.S. will collaborate with countries to enhance testing, surveillance, communication, and preparedness for outbreaks.
- The announcement addresses the challenge of achieving a global agreement on responses to future pandemics.
- The U.S. government will involve multiple agencies to aid countries in refining their infectious disease response.
How China’s demand for donkey hide is devastating African communities: A visual explanation of China's rising appetite for donkey-hide-based “e-jiao” products ...
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LIVE: Heavy rains, hail batter UAE; landslides cause two roads to collapse in northern emirates - News | Khaleej Times
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After a year of war, Sudan is a failing state : Half a million may starve without urgent help
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/15/after-a-year-of-war-sudan-is-a-failing-state
Sudan conflict: A front-row seat to my country falling apart: Zeinab Mohammed Salih reflects on what has happened to Sudan since fighting broke out a year ago.
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Photos: A year of war in Sudan : A year of war has torn through Sudan, causing devastation and more than 8 million people to be displaced.
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Egypt mandates hotels in Red Sea governorate obtain eco-friendly certificate - Tourism - Egypt
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Spy for China? Employees of AfD top candidate Krah arrested: Another Chinese spy has apparently been arrested in Germany. This is said to be an employee of ...
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Quick Glance: Employee of AfD Politician Arrested on Suspicion of Espionage
- An employee of AfD's lead candidate Maximilian Krah was arrested for allegedly spying for China and conducting surveillance on opposition figures in Germany.
- The Federal Prosecutor's Office is investigating based on information from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution. The AfD expressed concern over the arrest and pledged to support the investigation.
- Federal Interior Minister Faeser called the accusations an attack on European democracy. China denied the allegations. The arrested employee had previously offered information to German authorities but was deemed unreliable.
- There was no connection between the arrest of Krah's employee and other arrests on Monday. Additionally, allegations against AfD politician Krah regarding possible payments from Kremlin-linked sources were revealed.
What is the Rwanda Policy? U.K.’s Plan for Asylum Seekers Explained: The plan has been in the works for years, but the passage of a contentious bill by Britain’s ...
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Quick Glance: British Parliament Approves Deportations to Rwanda
- The controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda has been approved by the British Parliament.
- Despite resistance in the upper house and multiple votes, the law was passed.
- Prime Minister Sunak is pushing for deportations to deter refugees from dangerous crossings.
- Experts question the effectiveness of the measure, while concerns about costs and legal implications persist.
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Quick Glance: Africa: Latest News and Updates
- The illegal migration minister says small boat crossings will not stop until flights to Rwanda 'kick in'.
- A Chinese shop was shut for allegedly barring Nigerians.
- Uganda appoints Abhay Sharma as head coach for the T20 World Cup.
- The UK has passed new legislation to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda.
Australian PM calls Elon Musk an 'arrogant billionaire' in row over attack footage
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Next Africa: Foreign Telecoms Firms Ordered to Pay Millions in Congo: Welcome to Next Africa, a twice-weekly newsletter on where the continent stands now — and ...
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Kensington Palace releases photo to celebrate Prince Louis' sixth birthday: The photo was taken by his mother, Kate, in the days running up to the prince's ...
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Quick Glance: Celebratory Birthday of Prince Louis
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, taken in Windsor by The Princess of Wales, was shared on Kensington Palace's social media channels to celebrate his sixth birthday.
- Prince Louis is anticipated to have celebratory events organized by his parents to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- The newly released image is the initial photo of the children from Kensington Palace following the contentious Mother's Day picture that underwent editing by Kate.
- Attending Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings, Prince Louis recently resumed classes after the Easter break.
Finland among world's top military aid donors to Ukraine: The value of Finnish military support for the war-torn country has multiplied recently.
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Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...
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Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
- Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.
- Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.
- Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.
- Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
Weather in Germany warmer than in Spain: Temperature explosion on May 1st: It sounds unbelievable, but on May 1st it is warmer in Germany than in Spain ...
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Elon Musk vows to fight Australian injunction to hide church attack videos on X: Billionaire accuses Canberra of censorship over calls to remove footage of ...
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After Months of Gibberish, Voyager 1 Is Communicating Well Again: NASA scientists spent months coaxing the 46-year-old Voyager 1 spacecraft back into healthy ...
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Aussies take one side in baby comedy drama: US comedian Arj Barker’s decision to boot a mother and baby out of his Melbourne gig on the weekend created national ...
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Quick Glance: Arj Barker and the Controversy Surrounding Children at His Comedy Shows
- Expressing admiration for Arj Barker, the author criticizes the controversy regarding children attending his shows.
- A mother was asked to leave the show after bringing her baby, sparking a debate among audience members.
- Supporting Arj Barker's decision, the author emphasizes parents' responsibility in selecting appropriate venues for their children.
- Concluding with anticipation of meeting Arj Barker, the author shares personal details about plans and challenges.
Sixteen dead, 28 missing after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast - U.N. agency: Sixteen would-be migrants have died and another 28 are missing after a boat ...
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Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut for allegedly barring Nigerians: The consumer protection agency has summoned the owner in its investigation into racism ...
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Largest fire engine convoy to deliver aid to Ukraine: A convoy including 20 fire engines will leave Kent and carry more than 2,800 pieces of equipment.
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Niger to Use China Oil Advance to Pay Off $600 Million Regional Market Debt: China’s $400 million deal with Niger to pay for oil in advance will help the West ...
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‘My goodbye to her was my last’: Friends say teen killed in Tampines accident was bright, friendly
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Quick Glance: Bright, Friendly Teen Killed in Tampines Accident
- Afifah Munirah Muhammad Azril, a bright and friendly student, was known as a 'high-flier' by her friends.
- The 17-year-old Temasek Junior College student met a tragic end in a traffic accident while on her way to a college running event.
- Afifah leaves a gap in the community as she was seen as a rising personality by many.
- Her untimely death has not only left family and friends grieving but the entire community mourning.
Charles move left ‘furious’ Harry ‘in tears’: Prince Harry was left “furious” and “in tears” after his father decided to evict his family from Frogmore Cottage ...
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Australia PM calls Musk 'arrogant billionaire' after court orders X to hide church stabbing posts
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Musk decries Australian court 'censorship' of X terror posts: Elon Musk lashed out at Australia's prime minister on Tuesday after a court ordered his social ...
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Quick Glance: Musk criticizes Australian court 'censorship' of terror posts
- Elon Musk lashed out at Australia's prime minister after a court ordered his social media company X to take down footage of an alleged terrorist attack in Sydney.
- X was directed to temporarily hide posts showing video of the incident where a teenager was charged with terrorism for knifing an Assyrian priest and others.
- Musk questioned whether the Prime Minister should have jurisdiction over the entire internet and emphasized the importance of free speech.
- The incident sets up a new conflict between major internet platforms and countries and nonprofits seeking more oversight of the content hosted on them.
VW workforce cuts: Volkswagen pays up to 450,000 euros in severance pay: VW is fueling its workforce reductions with high severance payments ...
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Columbia University cancels in-person classes after pro-Palestinian protests: Columbia University students will attend classes virtually on Monday as school ...
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Quick Glance: Columbia University Extends Hybrid Classes Amid Protests
- Columbia University faces a seventh day of tense pro-Palestinian demonstrations as safety concerns rise among Jewish students.
- The university announced that almost all classes on the main campus will be hybrid until the end of the semester, in response to escalating tensions and safety concerns.
- Criticism mounts over protest handling, with the American Association of University Professors planning to censure President Minouche Shafik and university officials.
- Protests spread to NYU, Yale, and other universities, showing solidarity with Columbia. Jewish students express feeling unsafe on campus and demand action.
Earthquakes of magnitude 6, 6.3 strike eastern Taiwan - Focus Taiwan: Two earthquakes of magnitude 6.0 and 6.3 struck central Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at ...
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South African rand trades lower as metal prices retreat: South Africa's rand edged lower in early trade on Tuesday, with analysts pointing to a decline in metal ...
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Joe Biden tells Volodymyr Zelenskyy US weapons will arrive ‘quickly’: President expected to sign law unlocking long-delayed $60bn in funding for Ukraine this ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Promises Swift Military Aid for Ukraine
- President Joe Biden assured his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy of quick military support in the fight against Russia's invasion during a Monday call.
- The US House of Representatives approved a substantial foreign aid package last week, including $61 billion for war-torn Ukraine, with the Senate expected to follow suit.
- Biden emphasized America's 'lasting commitment' to Ukraine 'as it defends its freedom against Russian aggression'.
- Zelenskyy reported that Biden assured him he would sign the upcoming military aid package immediately upon Senate approval, and the weaponry provided would strengthen Ukraine's air defense as well as long-range and artillery capabilities.
Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
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Russia warns Europe: if you take our assets, we have a response that will hurt: An ally of President Vladimir Putin warned Europe on Tuesday that Russia has ...
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Anonymous NBA player poll 2024: LeBron or Jordan as the GOAT? Most overrated? Finals favorite?
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Quick Glance: NBA Player Poll 2024: LeBron or Jordan as GOAT? Most Overrated? Finals Favorites?
- The Athletic journalists interviewed 142 players from all 30 teams for this year's poll.
- Unprecedented participation was seen, with 142 players answering questions about topics like MVP, 'most overrated,' 'player you'd least like to fight,' and new debates over the 65-game rule and the commissioner's grade.
- Nikola Jokić and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander were considered MVP favorites, with Jokić winning MVP and Rudy Gobert ranking fifth in the best defender vote.
- Players also praised emerging talents like Victor Wembanyama and discussed the popularity of female players in basketball and other sports.
Europe—but Not NATO—Should Send Troops to Ukraine: To Halt Russia’s Advance, Kyiv Needs More Boots on the Ground
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Paid articlePaid Tesla shares edge higher ahead of quarterly results: Shares of Tesla edged higher on Tuesday ahead of the electric car maker's first-quarter results ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla Stocks Plummet Before Earnings Announcement
- The Tesla stock dropped by 3.4% on Monday, closing at $142.05, marking a 43% decline for the year, the second worst among S&P 500 members.
- Tesla cut prices in the USA, China, and across Europe, offering reductions of up to $2,000 on their popular Model Y SUV and entry-level Model 3 sedan.
- These reductions compound investors' growing concerns following weak first-quarter deliveries, layoffs, and a Cybertruck recall.
- Analysts are anticipating a 5.1% revenue decrease for Tesla in the first quarter, potentially marking the first year-over-year decline since Q2 2020 due to Covid disruptions.
The vast ravines swallowing whole neighbourhoods around the world - BBC News: Huge gullies that open up suddenly, swallowing homes and businesses ...
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'He is no longer a member': Mbalula on Zuma's ANC membership: ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula says former president Jacob Zuma is no longer a ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-04-23-he-is-no-longer-a-member-mbalula-on-zumas-anc-membership/
Quick Glance: Court Rejects Delayed ANC Bid to Block Use of MK Trademark by Zuma's MK Party
- The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has dismissed the ANC’s bid to prohibit Jacob Zuma’s MK party from using the names and symbols of its disbanded anti-apartheid military wing.
- The judgment handed down allows the recently-established MK party, led by former president Jacob Zuma, to use the 'uMkhonto we Sizwe' name and symbols.
- The judgment highlighted that the ANC only considered the consequences of the name and symbols' use after Zuma publicly declared his support for the MK party.
- The court deemed the ANC's delayed application as 'self-created' due to the responsibility falling on party secretary general Fikile Mbalula to ensure timely action.
The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...
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Posing for a photo on the edge of the crater: 31-year-old falls into active volcano
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US Successfully Tests AI-Controlled Fighter Jet in F-16 Dogfight: An AI-controlled fighter jet, the X-62A VISTA, goes up against a human-piloted F-16 jet during ...
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LISTEN | Viral flying squad cop loves saving lives, not into modelling: Police flying squad officer Devan Cox who has gone viral for his looks after posting a ...
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Rishi Sunak to pledge more money to support Ukraine: The prime minister is travelling to Poland and Germany, highlighting an additional £500m to Ukraine.
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Rwanda flights needed to deter migrants - minister: The illegal migration minister says the Rwanda Bills deterrent effect will not "kick in" for several weeks.
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Biden vows to 'quickly' supply new military aid to Ukraine: The US president says he will send "significant" support to Kyiv if senators pass a new aid deal on ...
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South Africa's Capitec Bank reports 16% rise in FY profit: South African lender Capitec Bank reported a 16% rise in full-year profit on Tuesday ...
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Is South Korea’s economic miracle over?: Decades of growth are tapering off as the country struggles to reform its model and reduce its dependence on ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Zimbabwe’s ZiG Wipes Out 330% Stocks Rally: Zimbabwe’s new currency has wiped out a more than 330% gain on the stock market this year ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/-zig-usd-zimbabwe-s-zig-wipes-out-330-stocks-rally-investors-count-losses
Unease as Rwanda gears up for arrival of UK migrants: Rwanda is gearing up to welcome deported asylum seekers now the landmark UK bill has passed.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68836255
Israeli military intelligence chief resigns over failure to prevent Hamas attack: The Israeli military say the head of its intelligence corps has resigned over ...
apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-04-22-2024-85da1c989f71f8c3bf00d8b45a0ed7f1
Quick Glance: Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Resigns Over Hamas Attack Failures
- The head of Israeli military intelligence resigned due to the failures surrounding Hamas’ unprecedented attack on October 7, marking the first senior resignation in Israel's history.
- Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva’s resignation could trigger additional resignations among Israel’s top security officials in response to the Hamas attack that initiated the Gaza war.
- Haliva, alongside other military and security leaders, were expected to address the evident failures leading up to and during October 7.
- Israel and its esteemed security forces were caught entirely off guard by the Hamas attack on a Jewish holiday, shattering trust in the military. The resignation may contribute to rebuilding some of this trust.
AFC Joins $20 Billion Morocco-to-UK Subsea Power Export Project: Africa Finance Corp. will join a group of companies developing a project to produce solar and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/afc-joins-20-billion-morocco-to-uk-subsea-power-export-project
Ten dead as two Navy helicopters collide mid-air in Malaysia: One of the choppers clipped the rotor of the other before the two crashed into the ground ...
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68852721
Migrants drown in Channel, Sunak says nothing will stop Rwanda policy: PARIS/LONDON, April 23 (Reuters) - At least five people, including a child ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-23-migrants-drown-in-channel-sunak-says-nothing-will-stop-rwanda-policy/
Deforestation pushes animals in Uganda forest to eat virus-laden bat poo: The creatures shed light on how new viruses might spread from animals to humans ...
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68875094
Two men charged with spying for China under Official Secrets Act: Christopher Berry, 32, and Christopher Cash, 29, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court ...
bbc.com/news/uk-68874822
Quick Glance: Charges Filed Against UK Ex-Parliamentary Researcher for 'China Espionage'
- London's Metropolitan Police has accused two men, researcher Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, of violating the Official Secrets Act.
- The charges coincided with the announcement of the arrest of three German nationals suspected of spying for China and accessing secret maritime technology by German investigators.
- The British duo is alleged to have transmitted 'articles, notes, documents or information' to a foreign state between 2021 and the previous year.
- In September, the Met Police disclosed the arrest of a man in his twenties on espionage suspicions. The Sunday Times revealed his parliamentary researcher identity.
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