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SummaryIn a significant escalation of tensions, India conducted airstrikes on multiple sites in Pakistan in response to a terrorist attack it attributed to Pakistani-backed groups, resulting in over 20 deaths. While India claimed success in its strikes, reports indicated that Pakistan downed several Indian aircraft, leading to concerns of further conflict. Both nations expressed intentions to avoid all-out war, with India framing its actions as measured, and Pakistan signaling restraint amidst its military achievements, as...

Nine people were arrested in Greater Manchester after a group celebrated Adolf Hitler’s birthday at the Duke of Edinburgh pub with a swastika cake. The group, which reportedly snuck into the pub, faces charges under the Public Order Act for promoting racial hatred. Police conducted searches across multiple locations, uncovering imitation firearms, weapons, and Nazi memorabilia, while a suspected grenade was deemed safe. Full Article

Svetlana Dali, 57, was charged with stowaway offenses after sneaking onto a Delta flight from New York to Paris in November, having previously evaded security at Bradley International Airport. Dali accessed secure areas without a boarding pass and hid in a lavatory for hours during the flight, attempting to deceive crew members by pretending to be sick. After her arrest in Paris, she was returned to New York, where she cut off her ankle monitor...

The recent federal election not only determined a new prime minister but also resulted in significant changes among party leaders, with Jonathan Pedneault stepping down as Green Party co-leader after losing his seat, and the NDP appointing Don Davies as interim leader following Jagmeet Singh's defeat. Andrew Scheer was announced as the interim opposition leader for the Conservatives, stepping in for Pierre Poilievre, who lost his seat and plans to run in a byelection in...

The fact that Oman was the country to broker a ceasefire agreement between the United States and the Houthis did not surprise Marc Sievers, the former US Ambassador to Oman, who served as ambassador from 2016 to 2019. Sievers noted that Oman has been a key channel to the Houthis since 2017, facilitating negotiations and successfully negotiating the release of American hostages. He emphasizes Oman's unique position in the Gulf, maintaining a friendly relationship with...

Catholic cardinals have entered the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave for electing a new pope following Pope Francis' death last month. A total of 133 cardinal electors will take an oath of secrecy before casting their votes, with the first ballot expected soon; voting may continue for several days until a two-thirds majority is achieved. There is no clear favorite among the candidates, although Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle...