3 American women found dead at beach resort in Belize

Three American women from Revere, Massachusetts, were found dead at a luxury beach resort in Belize, with authorities investigating possible drug overdoses. The women, aged 23 to 26, were last seen entering their rooms Thursday night. When they failed to respond, resort staff entered their room Saturday morning and found them motionless, with froth on their mouths. Police discovered alcohol and gummies but have not … Continue reading 3 American women found dead at beach resort in Belize

Highway overpass collapses, killing at least four construction workers in South Korea

A highway overpass under construction collapsed in Cheonan, South Korea, killing four workers, including two Chinese nationals, and injuring six others. Five of the injured are in serious condition. Dashcam footage captured the sudden collapse, but no passenger cars were in the area, CNN has reported. Authorities have mobilized rescue efforts, with Acting Interior Minister Koh Ki-dong ordering all available resources to be deployed. Written … Continue reading Highway overpass collapses, killing at least four construction workers in South Korea

American woman detained in Paris after newborn baby fatally thrown from window

A U.S. woman was detained in Paris after allegedly throwing her newborn from a hotel window in the 20th arrondissement. The baby received emergency care but did not survive. Authorities are investigating it as a homicide of a minor under 15, with the Child Protection Brigade leading the case. Officials suggest it may involve pregnancy denial, where a mother is unaware of or unable to … Continue reading American woman detained in Paris after newborn baby fatally thrown from window

Taiwan coast guard detains Chinese-crewed vessel suspected of cutting undersea cable

Taiwan’s coast guard detained the Chinese crew of a Togolese-registered vessel suspected of cutting an undersea fiber optic cable linking Taiwan and Penghu. The ship, Hong Tai 168, had been loitering near the cable before the cut was confirmed. Taiwan diverted communications to other cables, avoiding service disruption. Officials classify the incident as potential “gray zone” activity by China. The event follows tensions over the U.S. … Continue reading Taiwan coast guard detains Chinese-crewed vessel suspected of cutting undersea cable

Iran on ‘high alert’ amid fears of attack on nuclear sites

Iran has placed its defense systems around nuclear sites on high alert amid fears of an Israeli and U.S. attack, deploying additional air defense launchers. U.S. intelligence has warned that Israel may strike Iran’s nuclear facilities this year, intensifying Iranian preparations. Iran, weakened by past Israeli strikes, is fortifying sites and pressuring Russia for S-400 missile systems. IRGC aerospace commander General Amir Ali Hajizadeh announced … Continue reading Iran on ‘high alert’ amid fears of attack on nuclear sites

Space mission aims to map water on surface of the moon

Space engineers are preparing to launch the Lunar Trailblazer mission, a two-year project to map water on the moon’s surface. The probe, scheduled for launch on Thursday from Florida on a SpaceX Falcon rocket, will use advanced instruments to locate and analyze lunar water. While the moon was once thought to be dry, recent discoveries suggest water, mainly in ice form, exists in permanently shadowed … Continue reading Space mission aims to map water on surface of the moon

Orlando could soon resemble ‘The Jetsons’ with flying cars from airport as soon as 2028

Orlando International Airport is moving toward a future with flying cars, seeking partners to develop a vertiport, a landing pad for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The airport aims to complete the project by 2028, with potential locations in the East Airfield or near the train station. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer envisions the airport becoming a multimodal hub, with flying cars and other … Continue reading Orlando could soon resemble ‘The Jetsons’ with flying cars from airport as soon as 2028

Elon Musk to be let inside Fort Knox depository to inspect gold reserves

President Donald Trump announced that Elon Musk will inspect Fort Knox, the U.S. gold reserve depository, to ensure the gold is still present. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that an annual audit is conducted, and all gold is accounted for. Fort Knox, which has stored U.S. gold since 1937, also serves as the Army’s human resources command center and hosts its largest annual training event, … Continue reading Elon Musk to be let inside Fort Knox depository to inspect gold reserves

Zelenskyy says he would ‘quit for peace’ as he refuses US demand for Ukraine minerals

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected U.S. pressure to sign a $500bn minerals deal, stating that the sum was far higher than the U.S.’s actual military contribution of $100bn. He criticized the financial terms, including the demand for Ukraine to repay $2 for every $1 of military aid, which was not applied to other countries like Israel or Saudi Arabia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s … Continue reading Zelenskyy says he would ‘quit for peace’ as he refuses US demand for Ukraine minerals

The leaders of France and Britain head to Washington

French President Emmanuel Macron and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer are visiting Washington this week to persuade President Donald Trump not to abandon Ukraine in its war with Russia. Macron has criticized Trump’s statements aligning with Russia’s narrative, while Starmer aims to act as a bridge between Europe and the U.S. The two leaders emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty in peace talks. Their visits … Continue reading The leaders of France and Britain head to Washington

EU leaders will hold an emergency summit on Ukraine and European security

The leaders of the 27 EU countries will hold an emergency summit on March 6 in Brussels to discuss Ukraine’s situation and Europe’s security. European Council President Antonio Costa emphasized the importance of the moment. Since the EU’s last meeting in February, the Trump administration’s shift in policy has impacted U.S. support for Ukraine and European defense, the Associated Press has reported. EU Commission President … Continue reading EU leaders will hold an emergency summit on Ukraine and European security

Trump announces Dan Bongino will be deputy director of the FBI

President Donald Trump announced that Dan Bongino will be the next deputy director of the FBI, following Kash Patel’s appointment as FBI director. Bongino, a former NYPD officer, Secret Service agent, and successful podcaster, holds a Master’s in Psychology and an MBA. Trump praised his dedication to justice and his readiness to serve, alongside Attorney General Pam Bondi and Director Patel, Fox News has reported. … Continue reading Trump announces Dan Bongino will be deputy director of the FBI

Germany’s conservatives win election

Germany’s centre-right CDU/CSU bloc is set for a clear victory in Sunday’s parliamentary elections, with exit polls showing it securing 28.5% to 29% of the vote. This paves the way for Friedrich Merz to become the next chancellor, succeeding Olaf Scholz, depending on coalition talks. The far-right AfD saw a significant surge, reaching 19.5% to 20%. Scholz’s Social Democrats (SPD) faced a major defeat, falling … Continue reading Germany’s conservatives win election

Death row inmate dies one month before he’s set to be executed

Christopher Sepulvado, an 81-year-old Louisiana death row inmate convicted of brutally killing his 6-year-old stepson, died of natural causes Sunday, a month before his scheduled execution by nitrogen gas. Sepulvado, who recently had a leg amputated due to gangrene, would have been the first person executed in Louisiana in 15 years. His attorney called the planned execution “barbaric,” the New York Post has reported. Written … Continue reading Death row inmate dies one month before he’s set to be executed

3 dead, 2 injured and 1 missing after boat capsizes near Staten Island

A boat capsized off Staten Island on Sunday, leaving three people dead, two injured, and one missing, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. The incident occurred in the Ambrose Channel, about five miles southeast of Breezy Point. Rescue efforts were ongoing at the time of this reporting, with multiple agencies involved, ABC News has reported. The cause of the accident is under investigation. Written by … Continue reading 3 dead, 2 injured and 1 missing after boat capsizes near Staten Island

FBI Director Kash Patel to be named ATF chief

President Trump’s newly confirmed FBI director, Kash Patel, is set to lead the ATF, with an official appointment expected next week. The ATF has faced Republican criticism for restricting gun rights, especially under Biden. Trump recently signed an order reversing policies seen as limiting Second Amendment rights. Attorney General Pam Bondi also dismissed ATF’s chief counsel, citing anti-gun owner bias, NBC News has reported. Patel’s … Continue reading FBI Director Kash Patel to be named ATF chief

Video shows Italian fighter jets escorting American Airlines flight to Rome amid ‘security concern’

An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome due to a security concern, later deemed non-credible. Dramatic footage showed Italian fighter jets escorting the plane before it landed safely at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. The aircraft, carrying nearly 200 passengers and 15 crew, was inspected and cleared by law enforcement. The flight remained in Rome overnight for crew … Continue reading Video shows Italian fighter jets escorting American Airlines flight to Rome amid ‘security concern’

Officer killed after a gunman took hostages at a Pennsylvania hospital

A gunman, identified as 49-year-old Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz, entered the ICU at UPMC Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania, taking staff hostage before being killed in a shootout with police. Officer Andrew Duarte was fatally shot, and three hospital workers, along with two other officers, were wounded. Authorities believe Archangel-Ortiz targeted the ICU after a prior visit related to another patient. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro condemned the attack … Continue reading Officer killed after a gunman took hostages at a Pennsylvania hospital

Macron says deadly knife attack in eastern France an ‘Islamist terror act’

A 37-year-old Algerian-born man on France’s terrorism watchlist carried out a stabbing attack in Mulhouse, killing a 69-year-old Portuguese man and wounding several others, including police officers. The suspect, who shouted “Allahu Akbar” during the attack, was arrested at the scene. President Emmanuel Macron called it an “Islamist terrorist act” and vowed to continue fighting terrorism. French authorities had attempted to deport the suspect, but … Continue reading Macron says deadly knife attack in eastern France an ‘Islamist terror act’

Notorious fugitive known as “The Fly” arrested after deadly prison escape in France

French fugitive Mohamed Amra, who staged a deadly prison escape in May 2023, was arrested in Romania, along with 10 alleged accomplices. Amra, 30, fled after being sentenced for burglary and was under investigation for violent crimes linked to Marseille’s organized crime. His escape, which killed two guards, led to an international manhunt. Nicknamed “La Mouche” (The Fly), Amra was suspected of running drug operations … Continue reading Notorious fugitive known as “The Fly” arrested after deadly prison escape in France

Israel moves tanks into West Bank for first time since 2002

Israel deployed tanks to the West Bank for the first time since 2002, with officials preparing for an extended military presence to combat terrorism in refugee camps. Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops would remain for at least a year, preventing displaced Palestinians from returning. The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the move as an escalation. This comes as a ceasefire with Hamas remains in place, … Continue reading Israel moves tanks into West Bank for first time since 2002

Ukrainian amputee soldiers returning to the front line

Ukrainian amputee soldiers are returning to the front lines to fight Russia, with many brigades having at least one amputee back on duty. President Zelensky revealed 380,000 Ukrainian personnel have been wounded, 46,000 killed, and tens of thousands are missing. Soldiers like Andrii Rubliuk, who lost both arms and a leg, and Maksym Vysotskyi, who lost a leg to a landmine, have rejoined the fight. … Continue reading Ukrainian amputee soldiers returning to the front line

Pope Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure

Pope Francis remains in critical but stable condition with early kidney failure, pneumonia, and a complex lung infection, the Vatican said Sunday. While alert and responsive, he continues receiving high-flow oxygen and treatment for anemia. Doctors warn his condition is fragile due to age and pre-existing lung disease, but no signs of sepsis have been reported. Prayers have poured in globally, with Cardinal Timothy Dolan … Continue reading Pope Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure

American treasure hunters are shocked to discover a shipwreck over 300 years old

A group of divers discovered 214 silver coins, over 300 years old, off the coast of Florida, part of the 1715 Indian Fleet shipwreck. The Spanish ship, carrying riches from the New World to Europe, sank near Vero Beach after being hit by a hurricane. The coins, known as 4 and 8 reales, were valuable in the 18th century and are now undergoing preservation after … Continue reading American treasure hunters are shocked to discover a shipwreck over 300 years old

US Space Force reveals 1st look at secretive X-37B space plane in orbit

The U.S. Space Force released the first-ever public photo of its secretive X-37B space plane in orbit on February 20, 2024. Taken during its seventh mission, the image shows the space plane’s solar panel and open payload bay, with Earth in the background. Launched on December 28, 2023, atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, the X-37B is operating in a higher orbit than before, testing … Continue reading US Space Force reveals 1st look at secretive X-37B space plane in orbit