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A British Airways flight from Las Vegas to London makes headlines as a landing gear wheel detached during take-off. The Airbus A350-1000 continued its journey for nine hours. The aircraft landed safely at Heathrow Airport. No injuries were reported. Aviation authorities are investigating the incident. Watch the viral video inside.
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Move sets up clash with Republicans that could see government partially shut down in coming daysChuck Schumer, the Senate's top Democrat, on Wednesday demanded that legislation funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) include a ban on wearing masks and other reforms aimed at federal agents involved in immigration enforcement, setting up a...
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Three newly discovered videos show the Minneapolis ICU nurse being tackled by federal agents in a prior confrontationSenate Democrats demand DHS funding bill include reforms to 'rein in ICE'Videos emerged on Wednesday of a previous confrontation between Alex Pretti and federal agents, 11 days before the ICU nurse was fatally shot by federal...
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Ruling follows arrests under DHS 're-vetting' operation of more than 100 refugees who had been lawfully resettledA federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from detaining refugees in Minnesota, following a spate of arrests in the state.More than 100 refugees who had lawfully resettled in the state had been arrested in recent weeks,...
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County spokesperson says warrant seeks number of 2020 election records while FBI declines to give further detailsThe FBI executed a search warrant at the election office in Fulton county, Georgia, on Wednesday for records related to the 2020 election, according to a spokesperson for the county and the FBI.The warrant sought all ballots from the...
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US president says armada heading towards Iran is 'prepared to fulfil its missions with violence if necessary'The threat of war between the US and Iran appeared to loom closer after Donald Trump told Tehran time was running out and that a huge US armada was moving quickly towards the country "with great power, enthusiasm and purpose”.Writing on...
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As images of a secret meeting were splashed all over the media, it became clear the internal plot to oust the leader has descended into political melodramaThe images of a cabal of rightwing Liberal men gathering for clandestine talks to overthrow the party's first female leader – hours before a memorial service for a late former colleague, no...
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This blog has now closed. Read our latest story hereTwo federal officers fired their guns during the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, according to an initial review by the Department of Homeland Security that was obtained by NBC News.Three sources told NBC News that the preliminary report, from a Customs and Border Protection internal investigation...
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Ali Akbar, 73, honoured by Emmanuel Macron with National Order of Merit for dedication he pours into workFor more than five decades he's pounded the pavements of Paris, becoming part of the city's cultural fabric as he strikes up conversations, greets longtime friends and offers parodies of daily news headlines.On Wednesday, the efforts of the man...
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Opposition 'deeply unimpressed' with recommendation that 'adds nothing except confusion', shadow attorney general saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA New South Wales parliamentary inquiry has recommended banning the phrase "globalise the intifada” when it is used to incite hatred, harassment, intimidation or violence,...
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As economic grievance grows in the electorate, an interest rate hike is the last thing our fraught politics needsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCost of living has been bubbling along as the number-one issue for Australian households, and now it threatens to hijack the Albanese government's second-term agenda.The return...
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In today's newsletter: With China now central to the world's green tech and economic future, the UK faces a series of strategic discussions it can no longer postponeGood morning. The Starmer has landed.Yesterday, Keir Starmer became the first British prime minister to make the trip to China since Theresa May's in 2018 (meaning a...
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Breaking Bad star Giancarlo Esposito called for a "revolution" at Sundance, citing mounting political tensions and federal law enforcement actions. His forceful remarks, amplified online, sparked widespread debate, with some hailing his boldness and others dismissing them as "Hollywood theatrics." The actor's comments highlight the growing...
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Independent MP Sophie Scamps joins Labor's Friends of Palestine group and Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi in objecting to Israeli president's visitFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has defended the government's invitation to Israeli president, Isaac...
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This blog is now closedAlbanese defends Isaac Herzog's Australia visit as federal MP joins calls to rescind invitationGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnne Aly says it is 'huge relief' there were no casualties at Perth Invasion Day rallyAnne Aly, the minister for multicultural affairs, as well as a counter-terrorism...
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US state department calls for the release of all detained healthcare workers as at least one arrested surgeon reported to be at risk of executionDoctors are being arrested in Iran for helping save the lives of some of the tens of thousands injured during Iran's brutal crackdown on anti-regime protests, with at least one surgeon now at risk of being...
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Calls for independent external inquiry into brutal crackdown that some estimates suggest killed more than 30,000A deep and painful inquest is under way inside Iran as politicians, academics and the security establishment try to come to terms with what has been described as a catastrophe after the violent protests and their even more violent...
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Beijing has stepped up cooperation with south-east Asian nations to crack down on the multibillion-dollar industryChina on Thursday executed 11 people linked to Myanmar criminal gangs, including "key members” involved in scam operations, state media reported.Scam compounds have flourished in Myanmar's lawless borderlands, part of a...
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Singer-rapper Nicki Minaj publicly endorsed Donald Trump, appearing in a TikTok video with him and praising his leadership. She also shared an image of Trump's "Gold Card," a policy aimed at fast-tracking residency for wealthy individuals and those on work visas. Minaj expressed strong support, calling herself his "No 1 fan" and vowing to counter...
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Eleven members of the powerful Ming family, involved in large-scale scam centers and gambling operations in Myanmar, have been executed in China. Sentenced for crimes including homicide and fraud, their downfall signifies a major outcome of China's crackdown on cross-border criminal networks. The family's operations generated billions and led to...
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America is now sending advanced computer chips to the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. This move supports their big plans for artificial intelligence. These nations are becoming key players in global technology. This partnership strengthens US influence and helps Gulf countries diversify their economies beyond oil. It marks a significant...
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NSW police believe assistance has been provided 'from people that he knows in community' since last week's shootingFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWarning: This article contains references to Indigenous Australians who have diedPolice are "confident” triple murder...
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Two U.S. Democratic Representatives visited a five-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father at a Texas federal detention centre Wednesday, in a case that has stirred anger over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown and given fuel to Democrats and others pushing back against the actions of ICE.
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First Lady Melania Trump shared her mixed feelings about her husband's signature "YMCA" dance, stating it's enjoyable at times but "not appropriate" on other days. She acknowledged its popularity and the happiness it brings, while also revealing she has performed her own version of the dance.
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President Trump is reportedly considering significant new strikes against Iran following stalled nuclear talks and the violent suppression of recent protests. Options discussed include targeting Iranian commanders and institutions responsible for the crackdown, aiming to embolden demonstrators and weaken the government. The US has also moved a...
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Dubai Police are inviting UAE residents to capture the upcoming UAE SWAT Challenge through a video contest, offering up to Dh30,000 in cash prizes. This initiative encourages creative storytelling, highlighting teamwork and human values displayed by elite tactical teams from around the globe. The contest aims to foster community engagement and...
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Time is running out for Iran to make a deal, President Donald Trump warned Wednesday, as he urged the Islamic Republic to negotiate on nuclear weapons or face the force of a "massive armada” of American ships."Like with Venezuela, it is, ready, willing, and able to rapidly fulfill its mission, with speed and violence, if necessary,” Trump said...
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Lawyer for Guan Heng, whose exposed evidence of persecution of Uyghurs, says he is 'textbook example of why asylum should exist'A US immigration judge has granted asylum to a Chinese national who he said had a "well founded fear” of persecution if sent back to China after exposing alleged human rights abuses against Uyghurs there.Guan Heng...
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For Palestinians in Gaza, the Rafah border crossing to Egypt is their gateway to the world. But since Israel seized it in May 2024, it has been largely shut. Now Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the crossing will reopen soon, as the U.S.-brokered Israel-Hamas ceasefire plan moves into its second phase.
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Rapper Ray J has revealed doctors warn his "time is limited" due to severe heart damage, functioning at only 25% capacity. He attributes this to years of heavy drinking and partying, leading to a recent hospitalization for pneumonia and heart pain. Despite travel warnings, he plans a trip to Haiti for treatment, hoping to survive.
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After mass protests in Iran erupted in December and continued to escalate into the new year, the government shut down internet access throughout the country. But after weeks of trying, one man in Iran was able to get through the blackout and speak with CBS News on a video call. Ramy Inocencio reports.
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State government in talks with RSL to ensure the creation of long weekend doesn't detract from national day of remembranceFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA late attempt to add a public holiday to create an Anzac Day long weekend, falling into line with Western...
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High hopes for Optimus robot help company beat forecasts despite yearly revenue decline and flailing car businessIn the clearest sign yet that Tesla is pivoting away from its electric car business, CEO Elon Musk announced on Wednesday's investor call that the company would discontinue production of its Model X SUV and Model S full-size sedan."It's...
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Stranger allegedly threw Thermos of coffee on nine-month-old boy in Brisbane park in 2024Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Chinese team will visit Australia to help search for a man who allegedly randomly attacked a baby with hot coffee before fleeing the...
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Khosla Ventures Managing Director Keith Rabois' defense of federal immigration agencies after a fatal ICE shooting sparked a public clash with founder Vinod Khosla. While Rabois defended law enforcement, Khosla condemned the ICE agents' actions as "vigilantes" and criticized the administration.
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Iranian officials reached out to the wider Middle East on Wednesday over the threat of a possible U.S. military strike on the country, while the value of Iran's currency reached a new low a month since the start of protests that soon spread nationwide and sparked a bloody crackdown.
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DHS says they're sending a unit to the Winter Olympics as part of a security detail for the American delegation, but the mayor of Milan spoke out against them. While the unit being sent differs from the arm of the agency leading the controversial immigration crackdown, their presence at the Games is causing a heated debate. NBC News' Claudio...
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CISA's acting director, Madhu Gottumukkala, uploaded sensitive "for official use only" contracting documents into the public version of ChatGPT last summer, triggering multiple security warnings. Despite the non-classified nature of the files, the incident prompted an internal review by DHS officials to assess potential harm to government security.
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A California professor criticizes Texas' H-1B visa freeze, arguing it jeopardizes higher education's global competitiveness. He highlights renowned foreign-born scholars at UT Austin, emphasizing international talent's crucial role in research and academic excellence. Restricting these pathways, he warns, could significantly weaken US universities'...
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Starting next month, domestic air travelers without a REAL ID or acceptable alternative like a passport face a potential $45 fee for identity verification at the airport. This TSA process, averaging 10-15 minutes, requires personal information and payment via digital means. Children under 18 are exempt when accompanied by an adult.
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