DRC leader vows ‘vigorous’ response as Rwanda-backed fighters advance

SummaryTom Homan, Trump’s appointed border czar, defended the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid local opposition, including from Gov. Gavin Newsom, who accused the administration of creating a spectacle. Homan criticized Newsom for his stance and warned that both the governor and L.A. Mayor Karen Bass could face arrest for impeding law enforcement efforts against undocumented immigrants. He reported that around 150 undocumented individuals were detained during recent ICE operations in...

Polestar is offering significant year-end discounts on its electric vehicle lineup until June 30, 2025, including a free Plus Pack upgrade on selected models ordered within this timeframe. Discounts vary by model, with $3,900 off the MY25 Polestar 2, $8,000 off the Polestar 4, and $9,000 off the Polestar 3, which can also receive a free dual-motor powertrain upgrade valued at up to $20,000. Additionally, customers can enjoy savings on home chargers and novated lease...

On May 1, 2023, a Cessna 206 crashed in the Colombian Amazon, killing three adults, including the children's mother, while four indigenous children survived for two weeks in the jungle. A massive search effort, involving the Colombian military and local indigenous volunteers, utilized advanced technology, including voice recordings and rescue dogs, to locate the children in a challenging and dangerous environment. Ultimately, the children were found alive on June 9, highlighting the remarkable survival instincts...

Israel intercepted the Gaza-bound aid boat Madleen early Monday, halting activists including Greta Thunberg from reaching Gaza, which faces severe food shortages. The Israeli government had previously warned against unauthorized vessels breaching the blockade, citing security concerns, while the interception drew condemnation from Hamas and criticism over ongoing humanitarian crises in Gaza. Amidst international pressure for increased aid access, recent violence near aid distribution points led to civilian casualties, highlighting the dire situation in the...

The FT's weekly newsletter by Editor Roula Khalaf highlights ongoing discussions surrounding the Bank of England's quantitative tightening (QT) strategy. Recent analyses indicate that forecasts for QT's impact on the UK economy vary, with Bank of America suggesting a potential £60bn reduction in active sales, raising concerns about how QT might inadvertently tighten monetary conditions. The overall conclusion emphasizes that active QT exerts upward pressure on gilt yields, presenting long-term costs for the UK economy,...

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — A runaway pet zebra named Ed, who was on the loose for over a week in Tennessee, was safely captured on Sunday after being found in a pasture in Christiana. The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Ed was airlifted by helicopter back to an animal trailer, following several sightings and social media posts that turned him into an internet sensation, with memes depicting his adventures. His escapade began when he arrived...