Seaplane Pilot Makes ‘Miracle’ Emergency Landing on Busy Street

A pilot made an emergency landing on a Phoenix roadway after his plane’s engine failed shortly after takeoff from a private runway in Laveen, Arizona. With two passengers on board, he descended from about 2,500 feet and chose a clear stretch of 7th Street to land safely. Emergency crews responded quickly, and all three occupants escaped with only minor injuries and no hospitalizations. The plane … Continue reading Seaplane Pilot Makes ‘Miracle’ Emergency Landing on Busy Street

Woman accused of attacking Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham is arrested

A 55-year-old woman has been arrested in Indiana in connection with the alleged stalking and attack of former Fleetwood Mac member Lindsey Buckingham in Santa Monica. Authorities say she tracked Lindsey Buckingham to a scheduled appointment and threw an unknown substance at him before fleeing the scene. Lindsey Buckingham was not injured in the incident, according to law enforcement. The suspect, identified in court records as Michelle Dick, faces charges including stalking, battery, vandalism, and … Continue reading Woman accused of attacking Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham is arrested

ICE detained fewer non-criminals since Minnesota crackdown, driving a decline in detention population

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention numbers fell 12% from a record high in January to March, driven mainly by fewer non-criminal detainees. Despite the decline, overall detention levels remain historically high compared with previous administrations. The drop follows public backlash over aggressive enforcement operations and leadership changes within the Department of Homeland Security. Officials say enforcement has shifted toward prioritizing arrests of immigrants … Continue reading ICE detained fewer non-criminals since Minnesota crackdown, driving a decline in detention population

FBI raids Texas home of suspect accused of throwing Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman’s San Francisco house

A 20-year-old Texas man was arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home and later attacking the company’s headquarters. Authorities say the suspect, Daniel Moreno-Gama, traveled from Texas with a manifesto expressing anti-AI views and a list of other tech figures. No one was injured, but the attacks caused property damage and led to multiple felony and federal … Continue reading FBI raids Texas home of suspect accused of throwing Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman’s San Francisco house

Florida teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing stepsister on cruise ship

A 16-year-old boy in Florida has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister aboard a Carnival Cruise ship. The victim, Anna Kepner, was found hidden under a bed in their shared cabin after the ship returned from a November voyage. Authorities say the cause of death was mechanical asphyxia, and prosecutors allege serious federal crimes occurred in … Continue reading Florida teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing stepsister on cruise ship

At least 100 dead after military airstrike hits wrong target in Nigeria

A Nigerian Air Force strike hit a market in northeastern Nigeria, killing more than 100 civilians and injuring many others, according to rights groups and local reports. Authorities confirmed a misfire but said the strike was aimed at jihadi militants operating in the area. The region is a long-standing conflict zone where Boko Haram and other armed groups are active, and such airstrike errors have … Continue reading At least 100 dead after military airstrike hits wrong target in Nigeria

U.S. military kills 2 men in another alleged drug boat strike in eastern Pacific

The U.S. military said it killed two people in a strike on a suspected drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific, raising the total death toll to at least 170 since operations began last September. U.S. Southern Command stated the vessel was identified through intelligence as part of narco-trafficking routes, though specific evidence has not been publicly disclosed. Recent strikes have also left survivors in some … Continue reading U.S. military kills 2 men in another alleged drug boat strike in eastern Pacific

Super Typhoon Sinlaku bears down on Northern Mariana Islands, Guam

Super Typhoon Sinlaku, the strongest storm of 2026 so far, is approaching the Northern Mariana Islands with powerful winds and heavy rain. Although it may weaken slightly, it is still expected to bring dangerous conditions, including flooding and potential power outages. Guam is likely to avoid a direct hit but will still experience strong winds, rough seas, and ongoing storm conditions. The storm previously caused … Continue reading Super Typhoon Sinlaku bears down on Northern Mariana Islands, Guam

Colombia to cull up to 80 hippos linked to drug lord Pablo Escobar

Colombia has approved a plan to euthanize up to 80 invasive hippos introduced decades ago by drug lord Pablo Escobar. The population has grown rapidly to around 170 animals, spreading far beyond their original location. Authorities say the hippos threaten local ecosystems, compete with native species, and pose risks to people. Previous efforts like sterilization and relocation failed due to cost and limited effectiveness, Al-Jazeera … Continue reading Colombia to cull up to 80 hippos linked to drug lord Pablo Escobar

North Korea tests cruise and anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer

North Korea tested strategic cruise and anti-warship missiles from its destroyer Choe Hyon to evaluate its weapons systems and crew readiness. Leader Kim Jong Un observed the launches, which reportedly hit targets with high precision. The tests are part of broader efforts to strengthen naval capabilities and improve missile performance. North Korea is also planning additional destroyers, signaling an expansion of its naval fleet, Reuters … Continue reading North Korea tests cruise and anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer

Traces Of The First Stars May Have Been Discovered

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have found strong evidence that the universe’s first “Population III” stars may have been observed for the first time. The potential discovery comes from light detected around a small companion object near a galaxy that formed just 400 million years after the Big Bang. The signals show extremely low levels of heavy elements and strong helium emissions, matching … Continue reading Traces Of The First Stars May Have Been Discovered

Apple Reportedly Testing AI Glasses in Several Frame Styles

Apple is reportedly developing its first smart glasses and testing at least four different frame styles to compete with Meta’s existing products. The designs include variations such as rectangular frames similar to Ray-Ban Wayfarers and both oval and circular options in different sizes and colors. The glasses are expected to feature cameras, microphones, speakers, and AI integration powered by Siri for calls, media, and voice … Continue reading Apple Reportedly Testing AI Glasses in Several Frame Styles

McDonald’s to add energy drinks, crafted sodas to US menus

McDonald’s is planning to expand its U.S. drink menu later this year with new beverages, including a Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer, according to reports. The rollout is expected to begin in August and will also include drinks like Dirty Dr Pepper and Mango Pineapple Refresher. The company aims to price these items lower than competitors such as Starbucks, Dutch Bros, and Sonic to attract cost-conscious … Continue reading McDonald’s to add energy drinks, crafted sodas to US menus

Asia markets trade lower as oil surges after U.S. moves to blockade Iran ports

Asia-Pacific markets fell on Monday as investors reacted to escalating tensions after U.S.-Iran talks collapsed and a U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports was announced. The breakdown in negotiations raised fears that the conflict could last longer, driving a sharp surge in global oil prices. West Texas Intermediate rose above $104 a barrel and Brent crude climbed above $102, adding pressure to global inflation concerns. … Continue reading Asia markets trade lower as oil surges after U.S. moves to blockade Iran ports

Hungarian opposition ousts Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power

Hungary’s opposition Tisza party, led by Péter Magyar, won a decisive parliamentary election, ending the long rule of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power. The result gave Tisza a strong parliamentary majority, potentially a super-majority capable of reversing constitutional changes and restoring access to EU funds. Orbán conceded defeat, acknowledging a “painful but unambiguous” result and moving into opposition after years of … Continue reading Hungarian opposition ousts Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power

Eric Swalwell ends bid for California governor after sexual misconduct allegations

Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California governor following serious sexual misconduct allegations that led to a rapid collapse of his bid. The allegations, reported by major outlets, include claims from multiple women and are being investigated by prosecutors in New York and California, while Swalwell has denied all accusations and called them false. Within hours of the reports, key Democratic allies withdrew their … Continue reading Eric Swalwell ends bid for California governor after sexual misconduct allegations

Starmer refuses to join Trump’s Hormuz blockade

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has refused to join a U.S.-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, opting instead to avoid deploying warships in the operation. U.S. President Donald Trump announced the blockade after failed nuclear negotiations with Iran and said allied countries would support the effort. The UK government said it would focus on mine-clearing and protecting navigation rather than enforcing the blockade itself. … Continue reading Starmer refuses to join Trump’s Hormuz blockade

Iraq elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amidi as president

Iraq’s parliament elected Nizar Amidi as president after months of political deadlock following inconclusive elections. His appointment comes amid regional turmoil, as Iraq faces economic and security pressures linked to the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, including disrupted oil exports. Amidi, backed by the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, won decisively in a second round of voting after no candidate secured the required majority initially. Under Iraq’s … Continue reading Iraq elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amidi as president

Peru votes for ninth president in less than decade

Polls have closed in Peru’s presidential and legislative elections, with no clear winner emerging in a crowded field of 35 candidates amid ongoing political instability. Early exit polls show right-leaning candidate Keiko Fujimori in the lead, followed by leftist and centrist rivals, but no one is close to the 50% needed to win outright. If the results hold, the top two candidates will advance to … Continue reading Peru votes for ninth president in less than decade

Suspect arrested, charged after US Marine stabbed to death in chaotic North Carolina street brawl

A suspect, Davy Spencer, 47, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after a chaotic downtown Wilmington, North Carolina brawl that left U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Daniel Montano, 21, dead. Police said officers responded early Sunday morning to multiple fights and stabbing reports in the city’s nightlife district, where Montano was found severely wounded before later dying from his injuries. Another man was also … Continue reading Suspect arrested, charged after US Marine stabbed to death in chaotic North Carolina street brawl

Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell

New York prosecutors are investigating sexual assault allegations against Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell following reports published by the San Francisco Chronicle detailing claims from a former staffer. The woman alleged a pattern of inappropriate sexual behavior, including coercion, intoxicated encounters, and an incident in New York in which she says she woke up injured and later described as sexual assault. Swalwell has denied the allegations, … Continue reading Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell

Machete-wielding maniac stabs 3 elderly straphangers at Grand Central Terminal

A man identified as Anthony Griffin attacked three elderly people with a machete at Grand Central Terminal on Saturday morning while reportedly calling himself “Lucifer.” Two NYPD officers confronted him on the subway platform and repeatedly ordered him to drop the weapon before he advanced toward them. The officers shot Griffin, who later died at the hospital, while the three victims were taken for treatment … Continue reading Machete-wielding maniac stabs 3 elderly straphangers at Grand Central Terminal

Missing nuke official becomes tenth person tied to dark pattern surrounding US secrets

A report claims that Steven Garcia, a contractor linked to the Kansas City National Security Campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico, disappeared in August 2025 under unclear circumstances after leaving home on foot. Garcia reportedly worked in a sensitive role involving secure facilities connected to U.S. nuclear weapons components, raising concerns among unnamed sources about possible security risks. Some media outlets have linked his disappearance to … Continue reading Missing nuke official becomes tenth person tied to dark pattern surrounding US secrets

One dead and six wounded after mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in New Jersey

Seven people were shot, including one killed, during a shooting at a Chick-fil-A restaurant in Union Township, New Jersey, on Saturday night. Authorities said the incident, which is being investigated, does not appear to be random and there is no ongoing threat to the public. Witnesses described panic as masked individuals reportedly entered the restaurant and opened fire, sending patrons and employees scrambling for safety. … Continue reading One dead and six wounded after mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in New Jersey

At least 30 killed in crush at historic fortress in Haiti

At least 30 people were killed and dozens injured in a crowd crush at the Citadelle Laferrière fortress, a popular tourist site in northern Haiti. The incident reportedly occurred during a large gathering of mostly young visitors, with panic breaking out near a single entrance, possibly worsened by rumors and social media promotion. Emergency services and officials confirmed multiple deaths and said rescue operations were … Continue reading At least 30 killed in crush at historic fortress in Haiti