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In Manipur, a family clings to hope as they await news of 20-year-old cabin crew member Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, who was on Air India Flight AI 171 that crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Despite their grief, the ringing of her phone without a response fuels their belief that she might still be alive, even as they confront the fear and uncertainty surrounding the tragedy. More Context

A federal hearing is set for Thursday regarding the Trump administration's deployment of National Guardsmen and Marines to Los Angeles to enforce immigration laws, which California officials argue is unnecessary and unlawful. Governor Newsom and Attorney General Bonta seek to limit military presence to protecting federal properties, claiming civil unrest can be managed by local authorities, while Trump defends the deployment as essential for safety amid escalating protests. More Context

A JetBlue flight 312 skidded off the runway into a grassy area while landing at Boston Logan International Airport, but fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers. The incident occurred just hours after a tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, prompting a temporary ground stop at Logan as the FAA investigates the situation. More Context

With the killing of Hamas military commander Mohammad Sinwar, following the deaths of other key leaders, the War Council responsible for the October 7 attack on Israel has been dismantled. This raises questions about the motivations behind the assault and leaves Hamas facing potential fragmentation and a leadership vacuum amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. More Context

Mattel has partnered with OpenAI to integrate artificial intelligence into children's playtime, aiming to create age-appropriate experiences while emphasizing safety and privacy. The collaboration, which includes enrolling Mattel employees in OpenAI’s ChatGPT enterprise service, is set to unveil its first product later this year, reflecting the growing trend of AI in the toy industry. More Context

The Harvey Weinstein retrial in New York ended in a mistrial on the remaining charge of third-degree rape after a juror reported feeling threatened by another juror, which affected deliberations. Despite a partial verdict convicting Weinstein of criminal sexual assault against Miriam Haley, the jury was unable to reach a consensus on the charge involving Jessica Mann, leading to a potential new trial. More Context