The unprecedented Texas wildfires, including the Smokehouse Creek fire, were triggered by power lines, according to Texas A&amp;M Forest Service spokespeople who cited&nbsp;state investigators who made the finding.&nbsp;

The Smokehouse Creek Fire has been devastating the northeastern Texas panhandle and parts of western Oklahoma since its outbreak on February 26 this year.&nbsp;Communities in Hemphill and Roberts counties, including the town of Canadian in the US state of Texas, have been majorly impacted by the blaze.

A utility company, Xcel Energy, operating in rural Texas acknowledged its potential involvement in the fire. It stated that its facilities seemed to have played a role in the ignition of the Smokehouse Creek fire.

The blaze has scorched nearly 1,654 square miles, making it one of Texas's largest recorded wildfires since 1988 and also the United States' largest 2024 wildfire. Tragically, two fatalities have been reported. One is in Stinnett, Texas, roughly 74 miles northeast of Amarillo, and another was reported in Canadian, Texas.

However, the company denied negligence in operating its equipment. The Smokehouse Creek fire also led to major livestock losses. As per officials quoted by media outlets, the Smokehouse Creek fire has been contained by 74 per cent as of Thursday (Mar 7).

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Yet, they cautioned that strong winds could complicate firefighting efforts in the coming days.

Forest Service investigators also attributed another fire, the Windy Deuce fire, to power lines, which resulted in a major impact on infrastructure.&nbsp;However, in a statement, Xcel said that the company “does not believe that its facilities caused the ignition of the Windy Deuce fire."&nbsp;

<h2>Legal action against&nbsp;Xcel Energy</h2>

Affected by the blaze, some landowners have levelled accusations against Xcel Energy. They are alleging negligence in maintaining their infrastructure, a wooden utility pole near Stinnett. According to them, the pole was toppled by powerful gusts and set ablaze the&nbsp;dry brush and grass in the vicinity.

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Mike Adams, CEO of Osmose Utility Services, a company involved in maintenance, assured a thorough investigation into the matter.

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Xcel Energy, while facing accusations, has denied responsibility for previous fires, including one in Colorado in 2021.

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The unprecedented Texas wildfires, including the Smokehouse Creek fire, were triggered by power lines, according to Texas A&M Forest Service spokespeople who cited state investigators who made the finding. The Smokehouse Creek Fire has been devastating the northeastern Texas panhandle and parts of western Oklahoma since its outbreak on February 26 this year. Communities in Hemphill and Roberts counties, including the town of Canadian in the US state of Texas, have been majorly impacted by the blaze. A utility company, Xcel Energy, operating in rural Texas acknowledged its potential involvement in the fire. It stated that its facilities seemed to have played a role in the ignition of the Smokehouse Creek fire. The blaze has scorched nearly 1,654 square miles, making it one of Texas's largest recorded wildfires since 1988 and also the United States' largest 2024 wildfire. Tragically, two fatalities have been reported. One is in Stinnett, Texas, roughly 74 miles northeast of Amarillo, and another was reported in Canadian, Texas. However, the company denied negligence in operating its equipment. The Smokehouse Creek fire also led to major livestock losses. As per officials quoted by media outlets, the Smokehouse Creek fire has been contained by 74 per cent as of Thursday (Mar 7). Also Read | Joe Biden to draw contrast with Donald Trump in his last State of the Union address as US President Yet, they cautioned that strong winds could complicate firefighting efforts in the coming days. Forest Service investigators also attributed another fire, the Windy Deuce fire, to power lines, which resulted in a major impact on infrastructure. However, in a statement, Xcel said that the company “does not believe that its facilities caused the ignition of the Windy Deuce fire." Legal action against Xcel Energy Affected by the blaze, some landowners have levelled accusations against Xcel Energy. They are alleging negligence in maintaining their infrastructure, a wooden utility pole near Stinnett. According to them, the pole was toppled by powerful gusts and set ablaze the dry brush and grass in the vicinity. Also Read | Ukraine's Zelensky approves ex-army chief Zaluzhnyi's candidacy as envoy to UK Mike Adams, CEO of Osmose Utility Services, a company involved in maintenance, assured a thorough investigation into the matter. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine urges faster delivery of western arms × Xcel Energy, while facing accusations, has denied responsibility for previous fires, including one in Colorado in 2021. (With inputs from agencies)

Texas wildfires sparked by power lines: State investigators

The investigators, who were carrying out a search operation at the site where a Russian military transport plane crashed, have found the flight recorders of the plane, as per media reports. 
 
The flight recorders were found a day after Moscow held Kyiv guilty of shooting down the aircraft which was carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calling for an international investigation. 
 
The Il-76 was shot down from the sky and turned into a fireball, after crashing in a rural area of Russia on Wednesday, in which 74 people were killed on board, said Russian authorities.

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Kyiv was accused by Russian officials of shooting down the plane using two missiles. Russia had&nbsp;claimed that 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war were present in the plane and were being taken for a prisoner swap.

<h2 lang="en-US">Ukraine confirms due prisoner exchange</h2>

Ukrainian authorities accepted that a prisoner exchange was set to take place on Wednesday (Jan 24) and added that it was cancelled, but argued that they had no information regarding who was present on the plane. 
 
Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Thursday (Jan 25) reiterated&nbsp;that the plane was downed by Ukrainian officials, calling it “a totally monstrous act.” 
 
Soon after the incident, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for an international investigation. 
 
“It is necessary to establish all the facts, as much as possible, considering that the plane crash occurred on Russian territory — beyond our control,” Zelensky said, in his video address.

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“It’s obvious Russians are playing with the lives of Ukrainian POWs, with the feelings of their relatives and the emotions of our society,” he added. 
 
Meanwhile, Ukraine's military intelligence (GUR) claimed that they had not been asked to ensure safe airspace, as on earlier occasions. 
 
The GUR further emphasised that did not have any reliable information about who was present on board and added the incident may have been a result of "planned and deliberate actions by Russia". 
 
An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was called by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov which is likely to take place on Thursday afternoon in New York. 
 
The discovery of flight recorders present inside the plane which crashed was reported by the state-owned RIA Novosti news agency, as it cited emergency services.&nbsp;

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The investigators, who were carrying out a search operation at the site where a Russian military transport plane crashed, have found the flight recorders of the plane, as per media reports.

The investigators, who were carrying out a search operation at the site where a Russian military transport plane crashed, have found the flight recorders of the plane, as per media reports. The flight recorders were found a day after Moscow held Kyiv guilty of shooting down the aircraft which was carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calling for an international investigation. The Il-76 was shot down from the sky and turned into a fireball, after crashing in a rural area of Russia on Wednesday, in which 74 people were killed on board, said Russian authorities. Also read: Zelensky accuses Russia of 'playing with lives' in deadly plane crash, calls for international inquiry Kyiv was accused by Russian officials of shooting down the plane using two missiles. Russia had claimed that 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war were present in the plane and were being taken for a prisoner swap. Ukraine confirms due prisoner exchange Ukrainian authorities accepted that a prisoner exchange was set to take place on Wednesday (Jan 24) and added that it was cancelled, but argued that they had no information regarding who was present on the plane. Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Thursday (Jan 25) reiterated that the plane was downed by Ukrainian officials, calling it “a totally monstrous act.” Soon after the incident, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for an international investigation. “It is necessary to establish all the facts, as much as possible, considering that the plane crash occurred on Russian territory — beyond our control,” Zelensky said, in his video address. Watch: Russian military plane crash: Ukrainian President Zelensky calls for an international probe “It’s obvious Russians are playing with the lives of Ukrainian POWs, with the feelings of their relatives and the emotions of our society,” he added. Meanwhile, Ukraine's military intelligence (GUR) claimed that they had not been asked to ensure safe airspace, as on earlier occasions. The GUR further emphasised that did not have any reliable information about who was present on board and added the incident may have been a result of "planned and deliberate actions by Russia". An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was called by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov which is likely to take place on Thursday afternoon in New York. The discovery of flight recorders present inside the plane which crashed was reported by the state-owned RIA Novosti news agency, as it cited emergency services. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Investigators find flight recorders present inside Russian plane crash: Report

United States aviation investigators tried to inspect the Boeing jets in Oregon on Sunday (Jan 7) and find out what led a new Boeing passenger jet’s door panel to blowout minutes after takeoff.&nbsp;

The door, after it blew out, created a hole “the size of a refrigerator” on one side of the plane and forced the pilots to make an emergency landing.&nbsp;

After the incident, the American jet maker has been facing fresh scrutiny and the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft has been temporarily grounded by the regulators.&nbsp;

The door was detached from the flight when it was 16,000ft (4,877 meters) above Portland, Oregon on Friday (Jan 5). The plane had 171 passengers and six crew on board.&nbsp;

The plane, which was weeks old, was modified and needed just fewer exits since it had fewer seats. However, investigators – who solicited the help of the public in finding the missing door of Alaska Airlines - said that initial findings did not suggest a major flaw in the Boeing Max 9 aircraft.

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“We’ll look at the pressurisation system, we’ll look at the door, the hinges,” said Jennifer Homendy, chairwoman of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), at a press conference. “Do we suspect that there is an overall design problem with this plane based on previous accidents involving Boeing Max? At this time, no," she added.&nbsp;

<h2>600 flights of&nbsp;Alaska Airlines and United Airlines cancelled</h2>

Thousands of passengers on Sunday, especially in the United States, faced flight cancellations which are likely to continue into next week as the airlines called in inspectors, in compliance with the order issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Meanwhile, 600 flights of&nbsp;Alaska Airlines and United Airlines were cancelled after Boeing 737 were grounded.&nbsp;

Alaska Airlines (ALK.N) said that 170 flights were cancelled on Sunday (Jan 7) and another 60 flights on Monday (Jan 8) after the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)&nbsp; gave orders to ground 171 Boeing (BA.N) 737 MAX 9 aeroplanes. The airline stated that the cancellations are likely to continue in the first half of the week. Nearly 25,000 passengers were affected in cancellations on&nbsp;Sunday (Jan 7).

<h2>Boeing 737 Max 9 jets to stay grounded till found "safe": FAA&nbsp;</h2>

The US aviation regulator said that 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets are set to remain grounded till they are satisfied about the safety of the planes.

The jets are being investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) after the door fell off on Friday (Jan 5). The FAA said that its first priority was "keeping the flying public safe".

Speaking to the staff, Boeing's CEO Dave Calhoun said that its response "is and must be" the company's focus.

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"We have grounded the affected airplanes, and they will remain grounded until the FAA is satisfied that they are safe," said the FAA, in a statement on Sunday (Jan 7).&nbsp;

Boeing also added that an all-employee meeting will be held by the company regarding safety on Tuesday (Jan 9) in which the company's response to the incident will be addressed.

"When serious accidents like this occur, it is critical for us to work transparently with our customers and regulators to understand and address the causes of the event, and to ensure they don't happen again," said Calhoun.

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United States aviation investigators tried to inspect the Boeing jets in Oregon on Sunday (Jan 7) and find out what led a new Boeing passenger jet’s door panel to blowout minutes after takeoff.

United States aviation investigators tried to inspect the Boeing jets in Oregon on Sunday (Jan 7) and find out what led a new Boeing passenger jet’s door panel to blowout minutes after takeoff. The door, after it blew out, created a hole “the size of a refrigerator” on one side of the plane and forced the pilots to make an emergency landing. After the incident, the American jet maker has been facing fresh scrutiny and the Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft has been temporarily grounded by the regulators. The door was detached from the flight when it was 16,000ft (4,877 meters) above Portland, Oregon on Friday (Jan 5). The plane had 171 passengers and six crew on board. The plane, which was weeks old, was modified and needed just fewer exits since it had fewer seats. However, investigators – who solicited the help of the public in finding the missing door of Alaska Airlines - said that initial findings did not suggest a major flaw in the Boeing Max 9 aircraft. Also read: US: Alaska Airlines grounds fleet of 66 Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplanes for inspection after mid-air incident “We’ll look at the pressurisation system, we’ll look at the door, the hinges,” said Jennifer Homendy, chairwoman of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), at a press conference. “Do we suspect that there is an overall design problem with this plane based on previous accidents involving Boeing Max? At this time, no," she added. 600 flights of Alaska Airlines and United Airlines cancelled Thousands of passengers on Sunday, especially in the United States, faced flight cancellations which are likely to continue into next week as the airlines called in inspectors, in compliance with the order issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Meanwhile, 600 flights of Alaska Airlines and United Airlines were cancelled after Boeing 737 were grounded. Alaska Airlines (ALK.N) said that 170 flights were cancelled on Sunday (Jan 7) and another 60 flights on Monday (Jan 8) after the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) gave orders to ground 171 Boeing (BA.N) 737 MAX 9 aeroplanes. The airline stated that the cancellations are likely to continue in the first half of the week. Nearly 25,000 passengers were affected in cancellations on Sunday (Jan 7). Boeing 737 Max 9 jets to stay grounded till found "safe": FAA The US aviation regulator said that 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets are set to remain grounded till they are satisfied about the safety of the planes. The jets are being investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) after the door fell off on Friday (Jan 5). The FAA said that its first priority was "keeping the flying public safe". Speaking to the staff, Boeing's CEO Dave Calhoun said that its response "is and must be" the company's focus. Watch: US grounds 171 Boeing planes after Alaska Airlines window blows out mid-air "We have grounded the affected airplanes, and they will remain grounded until the FAA is satisfied that they are safe," said the FAA, in a statement on Sunday (Jan 7). Boeing also added that an all-employee meeting will be held by the company regarding safety on Tuesday (Jan 9) in which the company's response to the incident will be addressed. "When serious accidents like this occur, it is critical for us to work transparently with our customers and regulators to understand and address the causes of the event, and to ensure they don't happen again," said Calhoun. (With inputs from agencies)

Boeing’s mid-air door blowout: Amid grounded flights and cancellations, design flaw ruled out

After the discovery of the wreckage of the Titan submersible on the ocean floor, the sub-investigators are now gearing up&nbsp;to unravel the mystery behind the catastrophic implosion that took the lives of five individuals. Multiple international fleets of ships and aircraft were deployed to extensively search the North Atlantic, desperately hoping to locate any survivors. But the mission bore no fruit and the adventure to delve into the past resulted in a tragic incident killing everyone onboard the&nbsp;22-foot submersible.&nbsp;

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Rear Admiral John Mauger described the findings as indicative of a "catastrophic implosion." Two separate debris patches, one with the tail cone and the other with the landing frame, suggest that the vessel collapsed under immense water pressure and disintegrated, as per a BBC report.&nbsp;

<h2>Gathering debris and analysing structures</h2>

To ascertain the reasons behind the incident and explore potential preventive measures, authorities will meticulously collect every available piece of debris, according to Ryan Ramsey, a former submarine captain in the Royal Navy.

While there is no black box equivalent in this case, the investigation process parallels that of an airplane crash. "There is no black box, so you are not going to be able to track the last movements of the vessel itself," the expert reportedly said.&nbsp;

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Upon retrieval, investigators will closely examine the debris, paying particular attention to the carbon fibre structure. Ryan Ramsey emphasises that identifying the broken structure is crucial for understanding the final moments of the submersible. Microscopic analysis of each fragment will reveal the orientation of the carbon fibre filaments, enabling the detection of tears that pinpoint the exact location of the rupture.

<h2>Exploring structural failure&nbsp;</h2>

The primary question investigators aim to answer is whether the incident resulted from a structural failure. Professor Blair Thornton from the University of Southampton explains that if this was the case, the submersible would have experienced extraordinarily high pressures, akin to the weight of the Eiffel Tower.

He describes a powerful implosion of the main housing as a possible consequence.

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Experts reportedly suggested that inadequate testing may have played a role in the structural failure.&nbsp;

Professor Roderick A Smith from Imperial College London notes that carbon fibre can fail due to internal defects in its construction. He highlighted the importance of meticulous inspection of the joints between carbon fibre and titanium.

Determining the sequence of events amidst the violent implosion poses a significant challenge, underscoring the need for careful retrieval and examination of the debris.

<h2>Investigation leadership and challenges</h2>

Currently, it remains unclear which agency will spearhead the investigation, as no specific protocol exists for submersible incidents.

As per reports, Admiral Mauger acknowledges the complexity of the situation, given that the incident occurred in a remote oceanic location involving individuals from various nationalities.

However, given the prominent role of the US Coast Guard in the rescue operation, it is likely that they will continue to play a significant part in the investigation process.

Among the five men aboard the Titan submersible was Hamish Harding, a 58-year-old adventurous entrepreneur from the UK and founder of the investment firm Action Group.

Joining him was Paul-Henry Nargeolet, a 77-year-old French maritime expert. Stockton Rush, the&nbsp;61-year-old CEO of OceanGate Inc. based in Everett, Washington, was also part of the expedition.

Additionally, there were Shahzada Dawood, 48, and his son Suleman Dawood, 19, representing one of Pakistan's most prominent families.

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After the discovery of the wreckage of the Titan submersible on the ocean floor, the sub-investigators are now gearing up to unravel the mystery behind the catastrophic implosion that took the lives of five individuals.

After the discovery of the wreckage of the Titan submersible on the ocean floor, the sub-investigators are now gearing up to unravel the mystery behind the catastrophic implosion that took the lives of five individuals. Multiple international fleets of ships and aircraft were deployed to extensively search the North Atlantic, desperately hoping to locate any survivors. But the mission bore no fruit and the adventure to delve into the past resulted in a tragic incident killing everyone onboard the 22-foot submersible. Also Read | China lambasts US envoy as Biden's 'dictator' remark about Xi sparks controversy Rear Admiral John Mauger described the findings as indicative of a "catastrophic implosion." Two separate debris patches, one with the tail cone and the other with the landing frame, suggest that the vessel collapsed under immense water pressure and disintegrated, as per a BBC report. Gathering debris and analysing structures To ascertain the reasons behind the incident and explore potential preventive measures, authorities will meticulously collect every available piece of debris, according to Ryan Ramsey, a former submarine captain in the Royal Navy. While there is no black box equivalent in this case, the investigation process parallels that of an airplane crash. "There is no black box, so you are not going to be able to track the last movements of the vessel itself," the expert reportedly said. Also Read | US combat ship to make rare port call in Vietnam amid South China Sea tensions Upon retrieval, investigators will closely examine the debris, paying particular attention to the carbon fibre structure. Ryan Ramsey emphasises that identifying the broken structure is crucial for understanding the final moments of the submersible. Microscopic analysis of each fragment will reveal the orientation of the carbon fibre filaments, enabling the detection of tears that pinpoint the exact location of the rupture. Exploring structural failure The primary question investigators aim to answer is whether the incident resulted from a structural failure. Professor Blair Thornton from the University of Southampton explains that if this was the case, the submersible would have experienced extraordinarily high pressures, akin to the weight of the Eiffel Tower. He describes a powerful implosion of the main housing as a possible consequence. Watch | Indian PM Modi and US President Biden stress democracy, minority rights in joint press conference × Experts reportedly suggested that inadequate testing may have played a role in the structural failure. Professor Roderick A Smith from Imperial College London notes that carbon fibre can fail due to internal defects in its construction. He highlighted the importance of meticulous inspection of the joints between carbon fibre and titanium. Determining the sequence of events amidst the violent implosion poses a significant challenge, underscoring the need for careful retrieval and examination of the debris. Investigation leadership and challenges Currently, it remains unclear which agency will spearhead the investigation, as no specific protocol exists for submersible incidents. As per reports, Admiral Mauger acknowledges the complexity of the situation, given that the incident occurred in a remote oceanic location involving individuals from various nationalities. However, given the prominent role of the US Coast Guard in the rescue operation, it is likely that they will continue to play a significant part in the investigation process. Among the five men aboard the Titan submersible was Hamish Harding, a 58-year-old adventurous entrepreneur from the UK and founder of the investment firm Action Group. Joining him was Paul-Henry Nargeolet, a 77-year-old French maritime expert. Stockton Rush, the 61-year-old CEO of OceanGate Inc. based in Everett, Washington, was also part of the expedition. Additionally, there were Shahzada Dawood, 48, and his son Suleman Dawood, 19, representing one of Pakistan's most prominent families. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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In the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jet, the investigators are probing that whether the incident occurred due to an intentional act on the flight deck, media reports said. There has been no evidence of a technical malfunction, a Reuters report said, citing sources.&nbsp;The flight data from a black box of the Boeing 737-800 showed someone in the cockpit had crashed the plane intentionally, said the Wall Street Journal in a report on Tuesday. It had cited sources familiar with the preliminary assessment of the US officials. &nbsp;

On March 21, the Boeing 737-800, which was en route from Kunming to Guangzhou, crashed in the mountains of Guangxi. &nbsp;

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In a sudden plunge from the cruising altitude, the plane had went down. In the mishap, all 123 passengers and nine crew members aboard had died. &nbsp;

In 28 years, this accident was the China's deadliest aviation disaster. &nbsp;

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During the rapid descent, the pilots had also not responded to the repeated calls from the air traffic controllers and nearby planes, the authorities said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The investigators are looking for evidence to ascertain whether the crash was a "voluntary" act, Reuters reported citing sources. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jet, the investigators are probing that whether the incident occurred due to an intentional act on the flight deck, media reports said. There has been no evidence of a technical malfunction, a Reuters report said, citing sources. The flight data from a black box of the Boeing 737-800 showed someone in the cockpit had crashed the plane intentionally, said the Wall Street Journal in a report on Tuesday. It had cited sources familiar with the preliminary assessment of the US officials. On March 21, the Boeing 737-800, which was en route from Kunming to Guangzhou, crashed in the mountains of Guangxi. Also Read: Leaked database shows thousands of Uyghurs held in detention by China In a sudden plunge from the cruising altitude, the plane had went down. In the mishap, all 123 passengers and nine crew members aboard had died. In 28 years, this accident was the China's deadliest aviation disaster. WATCH WION LIVE HERE During the rapid descent, the pilots had also not responded to the repeated calls from the air traffic controllers and nearby planes, the authorities said. The investigators are looking for evidence to ascertain whether the crash was a "voluntary" act, Reuters reported citing sources. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Finally, the National Archives showed documents former US president Donald Trump have been trying to keep away from the House committee, which is investigating the January 6 Capitol riots on Friday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In a federal court filing, Trump seeks to block around 750 documents, which are among 1,600 identified as relevant to the inquiry. These include files from former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and other advisers, call records, speech drafts, visitor logs and notes on efforts to challenge the results of the 2020 election. &nbsp;

The former US president has claimed executive privilege over the documents. US President Joe Biden has rejected these requests, and Trump has sued to block their release. &nbsp;

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US District Judge Tanya Chutkan will hold a hearing on Thursday. On November 12, archivist David Ferriero may start giving the documents to Congress unless there is a court order to stop it. &nbsp;

As per a Politico report, House Counsel Doug Letter in a brief sent to the judge on Friday, wrote, “The urgency of the work cannot be overstated. The threat that brought the attack on January 6 is ongoing. Those, who falsely claimed the election was stolen (including Trump), continue to do so.” &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Finally, the National Archives showed documents former US president Donald Trump have been trying to keep away from the House committee, which is investigating the January 6 Capitol riots on Friday.

Finally, the National Archives showed documents former US president Donald Trump have been trying to keep away from the House committee, which is investigating the January 6 Capitol riots on Friday. Also Read: In 'virtual heist' on jewellery firm, hackers steal several bigwigs’ details In a federal court filing, Trump seeks to block around 750 documents, which are among 1,600 identified as relevant to the inquiry. These include files from former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and other advisers, call records, speech drafts, visitor logs and notes on efforts to challenge the results of the 2020 election. The former US president has claimed executive privilege over the documents. US President Joe Biden has rejected these requests, and Trump has sued to block their release. Also Read: Watch: Ahead of COP26 summit, Biden's motorcade raises emissions' concerns US District Judge Tanya Chutkan will hold a hearing on Thursday. On November 12, archivist David Ferriero may start giving the documents to Congress unless there is a court order to stop it. As per a Politico report, House Counsel Doug Letter in a brief sent to the judge on Friday, wrote, “The urgency of the work cannot be overstated. The threat that brought the attack on January 6 is ongoing. Those, who falsely claimed the election was stolen (including Trump), continue to do so.” (With inputs from agencies)

Documents Trump wants to shield from Capitol riots investigators revealed

Russian investigators detained the governor of the Kirov region on Friday, saying they had caught him accepting a bribe in a Moscow restaurant. 
 
The governor, Nikita Belykh, has been critical of the Kremlin and was formerly leader of a party, the Union of Rightist Forces. 
 
A spokesman for the Investigative Committee said in a statement Belykh was accused of taking a bribe of 400,000 Euros ($444,240) and that a criminal case had been opened. 
 
Vladimir Markin, the spokesman, denied there was any political subtext to Belykh&#39;s detention. 
 
Investigators published a photograph on their website of Belykh sitting at a table on which piles of green 100-Euro notes were laid out. 
 
Russian news agencies reported that Belykh was taken by investigators for questioning. Belykh&#39;s press service was not immediately available for comment. 
 
Three months from a parliamentary election and with an economic crisis raging, Kremlin critics say, Russian officials are keen to keep opponents in check. 
 
(Reuters)

Nikita Belykh, who formerly led the Union of Rightist Forces party, was critical of the Kremlin

Russian investigators detained the governor of the Kirov region on Friday, saying they had caught him accepting a bribe in a Moscow restaurant. The governor, Nikita Belykh, has been critical of the Kremlin and was formerly leader of a party, the Union of Rightist Forces. A spokesman for the Investigative Committee said in a statement Belykh was accused of taking a bribe of 400,000 Euros ($444,240) and that a criminal case had been opened. Vladimir Markin, the spokesman, denied there was any political subtext to Belykh's detention. Investigators published a photograph on their website of Belykh sitting at a table on which piles of green 100-Euro notes were laid out. Russian news agencies reported that Belykh was taken by investigators for questioning. Belykh's press service was not immediately available for comment. Three months from a parliamentary election and with an economic crisis raging, Kremlin critics say, Russian officials are keen to keep opponents in check. (Reuters)

Investigators detain Russian governor of Kirov for taking 400,000 Euro bribe

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