Tennessee executed Byron Black, 69, despite concerns that his implanted defibrillator could cause him pain during the lethal injection; the US Supreme Court allowed the execution to proceed. Black, convicted of a 1988 triple homicide, had been on death row for over three decades, with his execution raising issues about intellectual disabilities and humane treatment under the Eighth Amendment.
Nigeria's customs agency intercepted over 1,600 birds, including ring-necked parrots and canaries, at Lagos International Airport in the country's largest wildlife-trafficking bust. The shipment lacked necessary documentation, prompting an investigation to prosecute those responsible, while the birds will be rehabilitated before being released into the wild. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA 14-year-old girl, Ruth Szymankiewicz, was able to take her own life while under one-to-one observation at Huntercombe Hospital, where staffing was at least half below required levels on February 12, 2022. The agency worker assigned to monitor her, who used a false identity and lacked prior experience, left her unsupervised, leading to the tragic incident. Want More Context? 🔎
Read morePresident Trump announced he would double tariffs on India from 25% to 50% due to India's importation of Russian oil, which he claims fuels conflict. This increase is part of a broader tariff strategy affecting U.S. trading partners, as Trump expresses dissatisfaction with India's trade practices and shifts in supply chains from China. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreMore than 100 people are missing after floods swept through a village in Uttarakhand.Over 100 people are missing and at least four have died due to flash floods in Dharali village, Uttarakhand, triggered by a cloudburst that caused the Kheerganga river to overflow. Rescue teams are working to find those trapped, while experts warn that climate change may increase the frequency of such catastrophic flooding in the region. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe $5 billion sale of the Hemi gold deposit to Northern Star Resources earned De Grey Mining the Dealer of the Year award at the Diggers & Dealers gala, reflecting significant growth since its discovery in 2019. Other awards included Ramelius Resources for Digger of the Year, Peter Cook for the GJ Stokes Memorial Award, and Turaco Gold for the 2025 Emerging Company Award. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreHezbollah condemned the Lebanese government's decision to authorize the army to establish a state monopoly on arms, labeling it a "grave sin" that aligns with Israeli interests. This move, pressured by the U.S. and anti-Hezbollah factions, aims to confine arms to official security forces, with further discussions on disarming Hezbollah scheduled for the next cabinet meeting. Want More Context? 🔎
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