Experienced climber raising funds for cancer-stricken kids dies scaling mountain

Sir Keir Starmer has initiated a review of Britain's war plans due to increasing threats from Russia, particularly concerning its support for Ukraine. The Cabinet Office is updating the homeland defense plan to address potential missile, cyber, and nuclear attacks, including scenarios for protecting government officials and maintaining services during wartime. Recent assessments revealed vulnerabilities in the UK's air defenses, prompting calls for a missile defense system similar to Israel's Iron Dome, amidst a surge...

Donald Trump and newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet today, marking Carney's first diplomatic engagement since his election victory. Key discussion topics include trade tariffs imposed by Trump, which have led to a trade war between the US and Canada, and Trump's controversial comments about annexing Canada as the "51st state." Carney, an experienced economist but political newcomer, aims to assert Canada's sovereignty and potentially negotiate a resolution to the ongoing trade...

A seven-year-old boy in Ogden, Utah, took his mother’s SUV on a quest to McDonald’s with his five-year-old sister inside, driving nine miles from home before crashing. Police pursued him but halted the chase due to his age and public safety concerns, finding the children uninjured at the scene. The boy's mother, Whitney Bush, expressed shock and concern, noting that while her son had behavioral issues, she was not proud of his actions, and although...

Summary Williams Farms Repack LLC has recalled various sizes of its tomatoes distributed to 14 US states due to potential salmonella contamination, affecting products labeled under Williams Farms and H&C Farms. The recall affects tomatoes sold between April 23 and April 28, with reports of possible contamination stemming from Southeast Tomato Distributors. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return the recalled tomatoes for refunds, and no illnesses have been reported related to the products,...

Pro-Palestine protests erupted near the 2025 Met Gala in New York City, where celebrities gathered under the theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," overseen by Vogue's Anna Wintour and co-chaired by stars like Pharrell Williams and LeBron James. Demonstrators brandished "Free Palestine" banners and flags, clashing with police as tensions rose, particularly as counter-protesters appeared with Israeli flags. The Met Gala, known for its extravagant celebrations, has a history of protests, with this year's event drawing...

Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy Again Rite Aid Corp, a major American drugstore chain, has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in two years, aiming to sell its assets while keeping stores operational during the Chapter 11 process. The company, which emerged from its first bankruptcy in September 2024, has since closed over 800 stores and now operates 1,245 locations in 15 states. CEO Matt Schroeder indicated interest from potential buyers and emphasized the...