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Kenyan criminal investigators have completed a probe into the 2012 death of Agnes Wanjiru, a young mother last seen with British soldiers in Nanyuki town; the public prosecutor's office is reviewing the case. U.K Defense Secretary John Healey has promised to help Wanjiru's family seek justice, meeting with them and planning to discuss the matter with Kenyan President William Ruto. Wanjiru's 13-year-old daughter, left in the care of her grandmother and aunt, hopes for closure...

Regional airlines have been in the spotlight due to recent safety incidents involving American Airlines/PSA Airlines, Delta Air Lines/Endeavor Air, and other carriers. These carriers operate smaller planes in smaller markets to feed traffic to major airlines, such as American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express. While they are regulated the same as mainline carriers, regional airlines often have lower operating costs and staff wages, making them a cost-effective option for larger airlines. Full Article

The European Union is urging India to eliminate tariffs on car imports to finalize a long-pending trade deal, with India open to reducing tariffs to 10% from over 100%, despite industry pushback. This move follows similar demands from the U.S., putting pressure on domestic carmakers, while benefiting European manufacturers like Volkswagen and Tesla, and prompting flexibility in negotiations due to the threat of a global trade war and recessionary impact. The EU and India aim...

An online fundraiser for Karmelo Anthony, the Texas high school student accused of stabbing fellow student-athlete Austin Metcalf to death at a track meet in Frisco, Texas, has raised nearly $150,000. The Anthony family has stated that the allegations against Karmelo are false and unjust, and they appreciate the support. Karmelo is facing first-degree murder charges and claims self-defense, with his attorney working to reduce his $1 million bond. Full Article

X is implementing stricter rules for parody accounts, requiring them to use key words like "fake" or "parody" in their names and use different images from the accounts they impersonate. This change aims to reduce confusion and impersonation on the platform, particularly with accounts mimicking Elon Musk. Users have welcomed the move, as many parody accounts engage in misleading activities, such as promoting cryptocurrency and fake giveaways. The platform previously introduced labels for parody accounts...

French startup Beyond Aero is developing the BYA-1, a hydrogen-powered jet set to revolutionize air travel by 2030, offering cost savings and environmental benefits. The 10-seat jet features a hydrogen-electric propulsion system, providing a range of 921 miles and reducing operational costs by 55%. Beyond Aero aims to disrupt the aviation industry with $44 million in capital and 108 sales letters of intent, positioning itself as a key player in cleaner aviation technologies. Full Article