Notorious gang leader has agreed to be extradited to the United States to face cocaine and weapons smuggling charges.
Ecuador’s notorious drug lord Adolfo Macias, alias “Fito,” has agreed to extradition to the U.S. to face cocaine and weapons smuggling charges following his recapture after an 18-month escape. Macias, head of the “Los Choneros” gang, is the first Ecuadorian to be extradited since a law was enacted last year to combat rising gang violence.
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Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla report they are continuing their journey to breach Israel's blockade and deliver aid to Gaza, despite an aggressive encounter with an Israeli warship that disrupted their communications. With over 500 participants, including Greta Thunberg, the flotilla aims to reach Gaza's shoreline amidst calls from Italy and Greece for safe passage and alternative aid distribution methods. Want More Context? 🔎
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Read moreDmitry Rogozin, a senior Russian official and ally of Putin, threatened missile strikes on UK defense sites, displaying a map of targets on television. His remarks followed criticism of former British defense secretary Ben Wallace and included warnings against sending children to study in the UK, while TV propagandist Solovyov threatened to deploy nuclear drones against Britain. Want More Context? 🔎
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Read moreApple has removed the ICEBlock app, which allowed users to track Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, citing "objectionable content" and safety risks based on law enforcement feedback. The app, which recently surpassed 1 million downloads, faced criticism from ICE officials who deemed it dangerous, while another similar app, Coqui, remains available. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreTim Lang reported that his mother had to endure three days in a hallway at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon after suffering a stroke, highlighting the ongoing issue of overcrowding in the emergency room. This situation gained significant attention following a viral video showing patients packed into hallways, prompting a response from the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Want More Context? 🔎
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