Turkish authorities detained several journalists amid escalating protests following the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on corruption charges, sparking concerns over democracy and the rule of law in the country. The Disk-Basin-Is union reported that at least eight reporters and photojournalists were detained, prompting calls for their release and accusations of an attack on press freedoms. Imamoglu’s detention is seen as a political move to remove a major challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, with the mayor facing accusations including running a criminal organization and bid-rigging, which he denies.
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Volunteer beekeepers swarm to rescue spilled hives after crash
A semi-truck carrying 250 million bees overturned on a Washington state roadway, releasing a swarm of bees. Thanks to over two dozen volunteer beekeepers from Whatcom County, hives were restored, and most bees were expected to return to their hives within 24-48 hours. The sheriff's office warned residents to avoid the area as the bees were likely agitated, while the cause of the crash remains unknown. Full Article
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