Memorials were held for the victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which killed over 200,000 people in 14 countries. Indonesia’s Aceh province, where more than 100,000 people died, held ceremonies at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque and Ulee Lheue mass grave. The disaster prompted improved tsunami warning systems, with Indonesia suffering the highest death toll and Sri Lanka commemorating victims of a derailed train.
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Texas Democratic legislators are seeking assistance from California's Governor Gavin Newsom and Illinois' Governor JB Pritzker amid contentious public hearings on redrawing congressional districts. With Texas Republicans looking to reshape boundaries for electoral advantage, Democrats criticize these efforts as a power grab, prompting discussions with leaders in other states to counteract the proposed changes. Want More Context? 🔎
Read morePolice forensics have discovered multiple bodies in a wooded area in Cornwall while investigating the murder of Daniel Coleman, whose remains were found earlier this month. James Desborough, charged with Coleman's murder, awaits his court hearing as the Devon and Cornwall Police, supported by the National Crime Agency, works to identify the additional remains and understand the circumstances surrounding them. Want More Context? 🔎
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Read moreMervin Yamarte, a deported Venezuelan from the US, describes his traumatic experience in El Salvador's Cecot prison, where he and three others were subjected to severe abuse. Following a controversial prisoner exchange involving 252 Venezuelans, Yamarte and his friends were welcomed home amid allegations of mistreatment and ongoing tensions between Venezuelan and Salvadoran authorities. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreMichael Flatley, famed for Riverdance, is considering a presidential run in Ireland, as revealed during a court case regarding his County Cork mansion. He plans to return to Ireland in two weeks to seek nominations for the autumn election, emphasizing the need for a voice that reflects the concerns of the Irish people in a recent radio interview. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is monitoring Tokenize Xchange's progress in returning customer assets after the exchange ceased operations following the rejection of its digital payment token license. Tokenize plans to relocate to Labuan, Malaysia, to operate under a new regulatory framework while managing phased withdrawals for Singapore users before September 30. Want More Context? 🔎
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