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Uncovering the Mystery of Capt. Smit, Machchhar and the Flydubai Flight

A short video explores the identity and background of Capt. Smit, Machchhar, the pilot of the Flydubai flight.

Eritrea Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Ethiopia Amid Escalating Regional Conflict

Eritrea has severed diplomatic ties with Ethiopia following the expulsion of its diplomats from Addis Ababa amid a major escalation in regional fighting.

Cornell Allegations Ignite Renewed Push to Reform New York Sexual Assault Laws

New York lawmakers are pushing to reform state sexual assault laws after prosecutors cited legal hurdles in pursuing charges related to an alleged gang-rape case at Cornell University. The renewed legislative effort centers on the legal definition of mental incapacitation regarding voluntary intoxication.

Unpacking the Surge of Israeli Settler Violence and Expansion in the Occupied West Bank

A deep dive into the unprecedented surge of illegal settlement expansion and anti-Palestinian violence in the occupied West Bank, drawing sharp criticism from international allies.

Yemeni Government Forces Hold Frontlines in Taiz Following Red Sea Losses

Yemeni government forces are successfully holding their frontlines in Taiz against Houthi attacks following the recent loss of the Red Sea coast, as military leaders focus on gradual force mobilisation and defensive consolidation.

Saudi-Led Coalition Blames Houthis for Power Station Attack in Medina Amid Escalating Clashes in Yemen

The Saudi-led coalition accused the Houthis of attacking an electricity facility in Medina, a claim the group denied as intense fighting and air strikes continued across Yemen's Taiz province.

Violent Student Protests Over School Conditions Spread Across France as Government Calls Crisis Meeting

Widespread student protests over overcrowded classrooms and crumbling facilities have intensified across France, leading to school closures, violent clashes, and a government crisis response.

Exploring How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Daily Life in China

US Supreme Court to Review Trump Administration ICE Detention Policy for Undocumented Immigrants

The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a challenge regarding the Trump administration's policy that requires undocumented immigrants to remain in ICE detention without a bond hearing during deportation proceedings.

Family of Renee Good Files Lawsuits Against Trump Administration Over Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

The family of Renee Good has filed lawsuits against the Trump administration demanding a jury trial and financial damages over her fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.

US President Donald Trump Avoids Endorsing Benjamin Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Elections

US President Donald Trump sidestepped a direct endorsement of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a recent interview, pointing instead to his own popularity and Washington's security support for Israel ahead of the upcoming elections.

British Counter-Terrorism Police Arrest Dual UK-Iranian National Over RAF Fairford Security Incident

British counter-terrorism police have arrested a dual UK-Iranian national in central London following a complex security investigation at the RAF Fairford airbase.

Gaza Mourns 105 Victims in Mass Funeral Following 2023 Airstrikes

Palestinians in Gaza gathered for a mass funeral to bury the remains of 105 people killed in Israeli air strikes from October 2023.

Chinese Hackers Pose as AI Experts to Target US and Japanese Policy Minds

A new report from Proofpoint reveals that a China-aligned hacking group has been impersonating AI experts and former government officials to target US and Japanese policy minds.

Activists Denounce Indian Police Raid Following Palestine Kite-Flying Event

Activists are protesting an Indian police raid that occurred following a kite-flying event held for Palestine.

Unmasking Rui Pinto: The Football Leaks Whistleblower Behind Manchester City's Financial Scandal

Rui Pinto, the whistleblower behind the massive leaks that led to Manchester City's financial misconduct charges, is losing his witness protection status.

Flydubai Flight Attack Hands Benjamin Netanyahu a Strategic Security Message Ahead of Israeli Elections

The attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight has provided Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a sharp security message ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections, drawing mixed political reactions.

Amnesty International Report Accuses Moroccan Intelligence of Using Espionage to Silence Journalists and Activists

Amnesty International has accused Moroccan intelligence of using Pegasus spyware and traditional surveillance to silence journalists and human rights activists.

Mid-Air Cockpit Attack on Flydubai Flight Raises Urgent Aviation Security Questions

A foiled mid-air attack on a Flydubai flight by a co-pilot has raised critical questions about the safety of commercial aircraft and the effectiveness of current pilot security vetting.

Finding Hope Behind the Camera: How a Ugandan Asylum Seeker is Making a Samurai Film in Japan

Facing the threat of deportation and over a decade of limbo in Japan, Ugandan asylum seeker Sunday finds survival and dignity through an unlikely samurai film project.

The Promise of Lenacapavir: Breakthrough HIV Injection Faces Global Access Hurdles

A twice-yearly injectable drug offers remarkable efficacy in HIV prevention, but debates over pricing, generic access, and humanitarian distribution highlight stark global inequalities.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Points to Potential Iranian Involvement in RAF Fairford Incident

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham says security services have strong indications of Iranian involvement in an incident near the RAF Fairford airbase, a claim strongly denied by Iran.

Explosions Rock Addis Ababa as Ethiopia Conflict Intensifies in the North

Explosions were heard overnight in Addis Ababa as fighting between federal forces and an opposition coalition intensifies across northern Ethiopia, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

Russian Drone Strikes Kyiv School and Infrastructure Amid Intensified Air Assault

A Russian drone struck a school in Kyiv while children and staff sheltered inside, as Moscow intensified its air assault across Ukraine. Meanwhile, the UK announced a new package of sanctions targeting Russian officials.