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Himalayan Devastation: 72 Killed In DEADLY Landslides and Flooding

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Summary: At least 72 individuals have lost their lives in landslides and flooding in the Himalayan region. Heavy rainfall and unstable terrain triggered the calamity, causing widespread destruction. Search and rescue operations are underway as communities grapple with the aftermath. Climate change and infrastructure preparedness come into focus as the region seeks to recover. ...

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Moscow Drone Attack

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Summary: Russia accuses Ukraine of launching a drone attack on Moscow, hitting non-residential buildings and an ammunition depot in Crimea. No casualties reported in both incidents. Tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalated after several airstrikes on Odessa and the end of a grain shipment agreement. The situation in Odessa remains challenging as Russia continues to target port infrastructure. Unverified claims and footage raise questions about the true nature of the drone attack on Moscow. ...

Apple in $1bn lawsuit with UK app developers - BBC News

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Summary: Apple faces a $1bn lawsuit in the UK , brought by 1,500 app developers , over its app store fees . The charges of 15% to 30% imposed by Apple are considered excessive and unfair. Apple 's app store holds a dominant position, leading to contentions of monopoly power . The essential role of the app store infrastructure justifies Apple 's higher commission rates. The lawsuit 's outcome remains uncertain, given Apple 's size and lack of viable alternatives. Some argue that Apple 's success justifies the higher fees, citing the popularity and user-friendliness of the app store. ...

President John F. Kennedy’s Grandson Blasts Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Endorses Joe Biden

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President John F. Kennedy’s Grandson Blasts Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Endorses Joe Biden Summary: Jack Schlossberg, President John F. Kennedy’s grandson, endorses Joe Biden for president, citing shared values of public service and courage. Schlossberg praises Biden's achievements, including job creation, infrastructure and green energy investments, and ending the country's longest war and the COVID pandemic. He criticizes his cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., for exploiting the Kennedy legacy and urges support for Biden in the elections. ...

How Ukrainian Sea Drones Terrify the Russian Fleet: Innovating Maritime Warfare

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Summary: Ukraine's use of maritime drones has forced Russia to relocate key naval assets and rethink naval operations in the Black Sea . Maritime drones armed with explosives have successfully targeted Russian ships and infrastructure, showcasing Ukraine's strategic capabilities. The psychological impact of maritime drone attacks is significant, challenging Russian naval dominance and instigating a shift in narrative. Ukraine's utilization of maritime drone technology underscores the importance of innovation and precision violence in modern warfare. ...

Ukraine: Russia's Grain Deal Exit and Its Impact on the War

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Summary: Russia n missile and drone strikes target Ukrainian infrastructure and grain facilities , impacting global food prices . Russia 's exit from the Black Sea grain initiative leads to increased attacks on Ukrainian grain facilities and civilian shipping. Ukraine 's air defenses are stretched, creating vulnerabilities in its defense capabilities. US limitations on arms supplies may limit further support for Ukraine on the battlefield. Waves of Russia n missile...

China's deputy UN ambassador calls for Russia to end Ukraine war

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China's deputy UN ambassador calls for Russia to end Ukraine war One ear into the Ukraine crisis. The conflict is still grinding on and growing in scale, wreaking havoc to countless lives. Its bill over effect is intensifying. We are deeply worried about this. China's position on the Ukraine crisis issue is consistent and clear. The sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be respected. The purposes and principles of the UN Charter should be observed. The legitimate security concerns of all countries should be taken seriously. All efforts conducive to peaceful resolution of the crisis should be supported. Under the current situation, I wish to share the following four points. First, the top priority is to facilitate ceasefire and succession of hostilities without delay. Conflicts and wars have no winners. The longer the brutality, the greater the human s...

Ukraine War: Aftermath of seven-hour barrage of Russian missile strikes

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Ukraine War: Aftermath of seven-hour barrage of Russian missile strikes I was aware the missiles struck and it caused fire. Set this car ablaze. Pretty much this one has burnt itself out. Some of the others have gone up in flames as well. And these things have been. All these type of incidents have been going on for months and months now. There has been a bit of a lull in recent weeks. The Ukrainian military says that about, well, at least 80 rockets were fired at Ukraine. Among some cruise missiles, 34, the air force say, were taken out. Now, some of these incidents are actually because of the air defence systems. They actually either hit the rocket, perhaps it doesn't explode, or their own rockets come down to earth. Quite a lot of people, at least six people, have died in this incident. They say it's across all of the country. And that is what the Russians are trying to d...

BREAKING: Parts of HS2 line to be delayed for two years

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BREAKING: Parts of HS2 line to be delayed for two years Well, there is already anger from some senior local government leaders that it's a betrayal of cities like Birmingham and Manchester and calls into question the government's whole levelling up agenda. Now what has happened is that Mark Harper, the Transport Secretary, has at the very end of Commons business on Thursday, and the House is not sitting tomorrow. He has produced a written statement, a written statement, hasn't turned up in the House of Commons to deliver an oral statement and face questions from MPs. He has delivered a written statement, including this news about HS2. There has in the last couple of minutes between been an angry protest from a Labour MP, Sarah Owen, complaining about how Mr Harper did not see fit to come to the House. She said this is an outrageous attempt to avoid scrutiny, and Nigel Evan...

Maui Wildfires: Tragedy Strikes as Deadly Fire Engulfs Lahaina

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Summary: A deadly wildfire engulfs the Hawaiian town of Lahaina, leaving destruction in its wake. Lack of evacuation warnings sparks anger and raises concerns about preparedness measures. Eyewitnesses recount the fire's origin and its rapid spread driven by high winds. Survivors emphasize preventable human factors contributing to the disaster. Community left devastated as the demand for accountability grows. Efforts to identify victims and uncover answers continue in the wake of the tragedy. ...

Glazers DETERMINED TO SELL United For £5 Billion+ | Takeover UPDATE: Five Bidder Identities Revealed

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Glazers DETERMINED TO SELL United For £5 Billion+ | Takeover UPDATE: Five Bidder Identities Revealed When it comes to Manchester United right now, nothing is more important than the sale of the club than getting rid of the glazes. In this video, I'm going to bring you bang up to date with everything that is happening because stage two is now underway. My interview with Ben Jacobs covered all of that in some real detail. This one's I suppose a little bit of a bite-size version of that and also some updates from James Ducker and Tom Morgan from the Telegraph because all the identities have now been revealed as to the hedge funds who are looking to come in from Manchester United. And I really want to serve this video as a warning against anything like that and why it isn't right for the club. Now look, last night at Old Trafford, the banners were there against Real Betis. The...