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Bette Nash, who took the job of stewardess during the Eisenhower Administration, breathed her last on May 17 when she was in hospice care after she was diagnosed with breast cancer,&nbsp;ABC News reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Bette was a legend at American and throughout the industry, inspiring generations of flight attendants,” stated American&nbsp;Airlines, in a social media post. “Fly high, Bette. We’ll miss you," it added.&nbsp;

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At the time of her death, Bette was an employee of the carrier, said a company spokesperson.

<h2>All about Bette Nash - longest-serving flight attendant</h2>

Nash began her career at the age of 21 in 1957 as a flight attendant and became a member of now-defunct Eastern Airlines, as reported by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants.

Eventually, the octogenarian was employed by American Airlines after it purchased many of Eastern’s routes in the 1990s.

“Bette’s remarkable career spanned over six decades, during which she touched countless lives with her warmth, dedication, and unparalleled service,” said the APFA, in a statement.

“Her passion for flying and her commitment to her passengers were truly inspiring. Bette’s legacy will forever be remembered in the aviation community and by all who had the privilege of knowing her," it added.

In 2022, the Guinness World Record gave her the title of world’s longest-serving flight attendant in 2022, which she still holds. She is known to have flown for 70 years of her life.

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While speaking to CNN in 2016, Nash said that she took her first plane ride at 16 and that was when she discovered what she wanted to become.

“I was sitting with my mother on a green leather couch at Washington [Reagan National Airport], and this crew came up from TWA. The pilot and the flight attendant walked across the hall and I thought ‘oh my God,’ and I said that was for me," she added.&nbsp;

She is known to have served plenty of famous fliers, which included Jackie Kennedy. Once, she also helped a man with disabilities before the enactment of&nbsp;the Americans with Disabilities Act.

“I love my people. I know my customers. I know what they want. The airline thinks names are important, but I think people’s needs are very important. Everybody wants a little love," she said to CNN.

She was affectionately nicknamed by the company as “Nash-Dash.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The world's longest-serving flight attendant, who made it to the Guinness World Record for spending nearly 70 years in the air, died at the age of 88 on Saturday (May 25), announced her airline.

The world's longest-serving flight attendant, who made it to the Guinness World Record for spending nearly 70 years in the air, died at the age of 88 on Saturday (May 25), announced her airline. Bette Nash, who took the job of stewardess during the Eisenhower Administration, breathed her last on May 17 when she was in hospice care after she was diagnosed with breast cancer, ABC News reported. “Bette was a legend at American and throughout the industry, inspiring generations of flight attendants,” stated American Airlines, in a social media post. “Fly high, Bette. We’ll miss you," it added. Also Read: 'Alien' spotted in Las Vegas used a 'cloaking device': Report At the time of her death, Bette was an employee of the carrier, said a company spokesperson. All about Bette Nash - longest-serving flight attendant Nash began her career at the age of 21 in 1957 as a flight attendant and became a member of now-defunct Eastern Airlines, as reported by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants. Eventually, the octogenarian was employed by American Airlines after it purchased many of Eastern’s routes in the 1990s. “Bette’s remarkable career spanned over six decades, during which she touched countless lives with her warmth, dedication, and unparalleled service,” said the APFA, in a statement. “Her passion for flying and her commitment to her passengers were truly inspiring. Bette’s legacy will forever be remembered in the aviation community and by all who had the privilege of knowing her," it added. In 2022, the Guinness World Record gave her the title of world’s longest-serving flight attendant in 2022, which she still holds. She is known to have flown for 70 years of her life. Watch: Decoding: 2024's latest travel trend: What is 'Gig-Tripping'? While speaking to CNN in 2016, Nash said that she took her first plane ride at 16 and that was when she discovered what she wanted to become. “I was sitting with my mother on a green leather couch at Washington [Reagan National Airport], and this crew came up from TWA. The pilot and the flight attendant walked across the hall and I thought ‘oh my God,’ and I said that was for me," she added. She is known to have served plenty of famous fliers, which included Jackie Kennedy. Once, she also helped a man with disabilities before the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act. “I love my people. I know my customers. I know what they want. The airline thinks names are important, but I think people’s needs are very important. Everybody wants a little love," she said to CNN. She was affectionately nicknamed by the company as “Nash-Dash.” (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Bette Nash? Longest-serving flight attendant who flew for 70 years, died at 88

A China court on Tuesday (May 28) delivered a rare death sentence to Bai Tianhui, a former senior banker.

Tianhui, as per the South China Morning Post (SCMP), was found guilty of accepting bribes worth over 1.1 billion yuan (US$151 million).&nbsp;

Bai, who was the general manager of China Huarong International Holdings (CHIH), has been sentenced by the Secondary Intermediate People's Court of Tianjin. The court found that Bai used his position to facilitate acquisitions and financing projects in exchange for bribes.

The court also permanently stripped Bai of his political rights and ordered the confiscation of all his personal property.&nbsp;

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Despite Bai providing information that led to other arrests and convictions, the court deemed the scale of his bribery and the social impact of his crimes to be too severe for a lighter sentence.

While China's State broadcaster CCTV reported the ruling, it did not disclose how Bai pleaded or whether he plans to appeal.&nbsp;

Legal experts, however, suggest Bai may appeal his sentence, citing precedent where similar offences received lesser sentences, such as the case of Zhang Zhongsheng. His death sentence for accepting 1.17 billion yuan in bribes was commuted to life imprisonment after an appeal.

<h2>China and death sentences</h2>

Death sentences in corruption cases are uncommon in China, especially ones that are not suspended. Bai is the second official from China's Huarong to receive such a sentence.

In January 2021, Lai Xiaomin, the former chairperson of China Huarong Asset Management (CHAM) and Bai's former boss was executed after being found guilty of taking 1.79 billion yuan (US$247 million) in bribes, embezzling public assets, and bigamy.

Four other senior executives from Huarong, including Wang Pinghua and Qin Ling, are awaiting trial on corruption charges.&nbsp;

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This ruling comes amid a broader crackdown on corruption in China’s finance sector, led by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI). The crackdown is in line with President Xi Jinping's goal of transforming China into a financial superpower and mitigating financial risks.&nbsp;

Since January, over 30 state regulators, bankers, and senior financial executives have been detained as part of these efforts.

Xi has emphasised the need for stringent measures to address the "prominent problems" of "repeated financial disorders and corruption, and weak financial supervision and governance capacity".

(With inputs from agencies)

A China court on Tuesday (May 28) delivered a rare death sentence to Bai Tianhui, a former senior banker. Tianhui, as per the South China Morning Post (SCMP), was found guilty of accepting bribes worth over 1.

A China court on Tuesday (May 28) delivered a rare death sentence to Bai Tianhui, a former senior banker. Tianhui, as per the South China Morning Post (SCMP), was found guilty of accepting bribes worth over 1.1 billion yuan (US$151 million). Bai, who was the general manager of China Huarong International Holdings (CHIH), has been sentenced by the Secondary Intermediate People's Court of Tianjin. The court found that Bai used his position to facilitate acquisitions and financing projects in exchange for bribes. The court also permanently stripped Bai of his political rights and ordered the confiscation of all his personal property. Also read | North Korea's 'low-class' move: Balloons filled with trash, poop sent to South Korea Despite Bai providing information that led to other arrests and convictions, the court deemed the scale of his bribery and the social impact of his crimes to be too severe for a lighter sentence. While China's State broadcaster CCTV reported the ruling, it did not disclose how Bai pleaded or whether he plans to appeal. Legal experts, however, suggest Bai may appeal his sentence, citing precedent where similar offences received lesser sentences, such as the case of Zhang Zhongsheng. His death sentence for accepting 1.17 billion yuan in bribes was commuted to life imprisonment after an appeal. China and death sentences Death sentences in corruption cases are uncommon in China, especially ones that are not suspended. Bai is the second official from China's Huarong to receive such a sentence. In January 2021, Lai Xiaomin, the former chairperson of China Huarong Asset Management (CHAM) and Bai's former boss was executed after being found guilty of taking 1.79 billion yuan (US$247 million) in bribes, embezzling public assets, and bigamy. Four other senior executives from Huarong, including Wang Pinghua and Qin Ling, are awaiting trial on corruption charges. Also read | WATCH | Water thrown on Georgian leader during fiery Parliamentary debate on foreign influence law This ruling comes amid a broader crackdown on corruption in China’s finance sector, led by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI). The crackdown is in line with President Xi Jinping's goal of transforming China into a financial superpower and mitigating financial risks. Since January, over 30 state regulators, bankers, and senior financial executives have been detained as part of these efforts. Xi has emphasised the need for stringent measures to address the "prominent problems" of "repeated financial disorders and corruption, and weak financial supervision and governance capacity". (With inputs from agencies)

'Rare sentence': China court hands death sentence to banker for taking $151 million in bribes

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Colombia's Congress passed a bill on Tuesday (May 28) banning bullfighting, a controversial and quite popular activity in the South American country.

Colombian lawmakers overwhelmingly passed the bill banning bullfighting starting&nbsp;in 2027.&nbsp;

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President Gustavo Petro, a longtime opponent of the practice, praised their decision, emphasising his belief that animal cruelty shouldn't be entertainment.

The law would bring Colombia in line with other countries in the region that have banned bullfighting, including Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay and Guatemala.

The ban would require the government to introduce programmes to help the estimated tens of thousands of people who rely on bullfighting, directly or indirectly, for their income transition to new employment opportunities.

It would also have to adapt the country's arenas for other sporting and cultural activities.

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Lawmaker and environmentalist Juan Carlos Losada called the move a historical milestone.

Notably, in 2018, the Constitutional Court recognised bullfights as part of Colombia's cultural tradition.

But Bogota, the capital and a historic centre for bullfighting in the Americas, had already banned the harming and killing of bulls, effectively neutering the core violence of the spectacle and aiming to phase it out entirely.

<h2>A symbol of identity</h2>

The city of Medellin has also imposed limitations, but bullfighting remains popular in cities like Cali and Manizales.

Lawmakers supporting the ban argued that bullfighting represents one of the most controversial elements of Spanish colonialism, while the practice is against constitutional rights to a healthy environment, human dignity and the recognition of animals as sentient beings due protection.

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The parliamentary vote came after a public debate that included local leaders, representatives from the cattle industry, bullfighting organisers, and representatives from animal rights groups.

According to the bullfighter, there are approximately 300 events held annually at around 70 locations in Colombia.

(With inputs from agencies)

Colombia's Congress passed a bill on Tuesday (May 28) banning bullfighting, a controversial and quite popular activity in the South American country. Colombian lawmakers overwhelmingly passed the bill banning bullfighting starting in 2027.

Colombia's Congress passed a bill on Tuesday (May 28) banning bullfighting, a controversial and quite popular activity in the South American country. Colombian lawmakers overwhelmingly passed the bill banning bullfighting starting in 2027. Also read: Czech billionaire to acquire Britain’s 500-year-old ‘Royal Mail’ President Gustavo Petro, a longtime opponent of the practice, praised their decision, emphasising his belief that animal cruelty shouldn't be entertainment. The law would bring Colombia in line with other countries in the region that have banned bullfighting, including Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay and Guatemala. The ban would require the government to introduce programmes to help the estimated tens of thousands of people who rely on bullfighting, directly or indirectly, for their income transition to new employment opportunities. It would also have to adapt the country's arenas for other sporting and cultural activities. Also read: UFOs spotted! Now Japan's parliamentary group will figure out what they are Lawmaker and environmentalist Juan Carlos Losada called the move a historical milestone. Notably, in 2018, the Constitutional Court recognised bullfights as part of Colombia's cultural tradition. But Bogota, the capital and a historic centre for bullfighting in the Americas, had already banned the harming and killing of bulls, effectively neutering the core violence of the spectacle and aiming to phase it out entirely. A symbol of identity The city of Medellin has also imposed limitations, but bullfighting remains popular in cities like Cali and Manizales. Lawmakers supporting the ban argued that bullfighting represents one of the most controversial elements of Spanish colonialism, while the practice is against constitutional rights to a healthy environment, human dignity and the recognition of animals as sentient beings due protection. Also read: 'All Eyes On Rafah' picks up steam on social media. Here's all you need to know about its origin The parliamentary vote came after a public debate that included local leaders, representatives from the cattle industry, bullfighting organisers, and representatives from animal rights groups. According to the bullfighter, there are approximately 300 events held annually at around 70 locations in Colombia. (With inputs from agencies)

Colombia Congress votes to ban bullfighting

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Royal Mail’s owner has accepted a £3.57 billion ($4.6 billion) takeover bid from Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, making way for the sale of one of Britain’s oldest and most iconic institutions to a foreign owner for the first time.

International Distribution Services, which possesses the postal service, said on Wednesday (May 29) that it had accepted a £3.70-per-share ($4.69) takeover offer from Kretinsky’s EP Group.

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Royal Mail was privatised in 2013 after it suffered a sharp drop in demand for its services and recorded a loss of £348 million ($445 million) for the year that ended on March 31.

Kretinsky’s move comes at a sensitive moment politically as the United Kingdom gears up for a general election on July 4.&nbsp;

The takeover will undergo a national security review, potentially under a new government. Polls indicate that the Labour Party is poised to win its first election since 2005, potentially replacing the current Conservative administration.

Notably, Labour has already taken a keen interest in the deal, which will have consequences for thousands of workers.

Earlier this month, in a letter to Křetínský, Labour’s business spokesperson, Jonathan Reynolds, urged the EP Group to provide cast-iron guarantees that it would not move the Royal Mail’s headquarters from the UK and would work closely with its workers’ union.

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Jonathan Reynolds took to X and wrote, “Royal Mail is as British as it gets, and Labour will take the necessary steps to safeguard its undeniable identity and place in public life.”

A low-profile Czech national, Křetínský made his fortune through a sprawling empire of European energy companies, retailers and football clubs.&nbsp;

According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, his net worth is estimated at $7.7 billion, and he holds a 27 per cent&nbsp;stake in West Ham United Football Club.

(With inputs from agencies)

Royal Mail’s owner has accepted a £3.57 billion ($4.6 billion) takeover bid from Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, making way for the sale of one of Britain’s oldest and most iconic institutions to a foreign owner for the first time.

Royal Mail’s owner has accepted a £3.57 billion ($4.6 billion) takeover bid from Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, making way for the sale of one of Britain’s oldest and most iconic institutions to a foreign owner for the first time. International Distribution Services, which possesses the postal service, said on Wednesday (May 29) that it had accepted a £3.70-per-share ($4.69) takeover offer from Kretinsky’s EP Group. Also read: North Korea sends poop and trash filled balloons to South Korea Royal Mail was privatised in 2013 after it suffered a sharp drop in demand for its services and recorded a loss of £348 million ($445 million) for the year that ended on March 31. Kretinsky’s move comes at a sensitive moment politically as the United Kingdom gears up for a general election on July 4. The takeover will undergo a national security review, potentially under a new government. Polls indicate that the Labour Party is poised to win its first election since 2005, potentially replacing the current Conservative administration. Notably, Labour has already taken a keen interest in the deal, which will have consequences for thousands of workers. Earlier this month, in a letter to Křetínský, Labour’s business spokesperson, Jonathan Reynolds, urged the EP Group to provide cast-iron guarantees that it would not move the Royal Mail’s headquarters from the UK and would work closely with its workers’ union. Also read: US temporarily removes Gaza aid pier for repairs after structure broke off Jonathan Reynolds took to X and wrote, “Royal Mail is as British as it gets, and Labour will take the necessary steps to safeguard its undeniable identity and place in public life.” A low-profile Czech national, Křetínský made his fortune through a sprawling empire of European energy companies, retailers and football clubs. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, his net worth is estimated at $7.7 billion, and he holds a 27 per cent stake in West Ham United Football Club. (With inputs from agencies)

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Social media has been flooded&nbsp;with the phrase "All eyes on Rafah" as people from across the world are coming out in support of Palestinians who are facing a dire situation in Rafah city of war-torn Gaza.

At least 45 people, who had taken shelter in tents in Rafah, were killed in Israeli shelling and airstrikes as part of the latest assault.&nbsp;

The Gaza medics said that in the strikes hundreds of civilians also suffered shrapnel and burn wounds. The attack was condemned by world leaders.

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Meanwhile, Israel called the loss of life "a tragic accident" and its army stated that munitions alone may not have led to the deadly blaze, further stating that two senior Hamas militants were targetted and killed in the strike.

This recent assault triggered global outrage against Israel as many people took to social media to protest against the deadly attack.

<h2>What is the 'All Eyes On Rafah'&nbsp;slogan?</h2>

The slogan 'All Eyes On Rafah'&nbsp;seems to have come into existence from a comment made by World Health Organization’s Office of the Occupied Palestinian Territories director Rick Peeperkorn.

In February, Peeperkorn said&nbsp;"All eyes are on Rafah" days after an evacuation plan was ordered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu&nbsp;before implementing the planned attacks to eliminate militant group Hamas' strongholds.

The phrase refers to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and has now become a global trend which is being shared to extend support to the Palestinians who are suffering.

The phrase is a call by people to avoid looking away from what kind of situation is unfolding in the city of Rafah. Nearly 1.4 million Gazans have taken shelter in Rafah after fleeing from violent fighting expanding in other areas of Gaza.

Israel has continued its Rafah assault even though the top UN court had asked it to halt its operation in the wake of the large civilian population living in the area.

<h2>Organisations and celebrities raise 'All Eyes On Rafah'&nbsp;slogan&nbsp;</h2>

Organisations as well as lobbying groups - Jewish Voice for Peace, Save the Children, Americans for&nbsp;Justice in Palestine&nbsp;Action, the&nbsp;Palestine Solidarity Campaign and Oxfam - raised the slogan.

The slogan has also been used by protesters as a rallying cry in Paris,&nbsp;London, the&nbsp;Netherlands,&nbsp;New York City,&nbsp;Los Angeles&nbsp;and beyond.

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Various Bollywood celebrities like Varun Dhawan,&nbsp;Aly Goni,&nbsp;Samantha Ruth Prabhu,&nbsp;Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor and&nbsp;Triptii Dimri also shared “All Eyes on Rafah” graphics as part of their Instagram stories Tuesday.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, other celebrities like Australian cricket player&nbsp;Travis Head,&nbsp;British singer&nbsp;Leigh-Anne Pinnock, model&nbsp;Bella Hadid&nbsp;and actresses&nbsp;Saoirse-Monica Jackson&nbsp;and&nbsp;Susan Sarandon also raised the slogan on social media platforms.

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma's wife Ritika Sajdeh had also shared the "All Eyes On Rafah" image in her Instagram Stories, which backfired. &nbsp;Sajdeh was forced to delete the post after many users called her out for being "selective" while raising her voice against oppression and atrocities.&nbsp;

As of now, more than 195,000 posts with the hashtag #AllEyesOnRafah have received millions of views on TikTok and the topic trended on Instagram on Tuesday (May 28), as almost 100,000 posts were made on it.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

(With inputs from agencies)

Social media has been flooded with the phrase "All eyes on Rafah" as people from across the world are coming out in support of Palestinians who are facing a dire situation in Rafah city of war-torn Gaza.

Social media has been flooded with the phrase "All eyes on Rafah" as people from across the world are coming out in support of Palestinians who are facing a dire situation in Rafah city of war-torn Gaza. At least 45 people, who had taken shelter in tents in Rafah, were killed in Israeli shelling and airstrikes as part of the latest assault. The Gaza medics said that in the strikes hundreds of civilians also suffered shrapnel and burn wounds. The attack was condemned by world leaders. Also Read: Palestine's militant outfit releases hostage video of Amazon worker in Gaza Meanwhile, Israel called the loss of life "a tragic accident" and its army stated that munitions alone may not have led to the deadly blaze, further stating that two senior Hamas militants were targetted and killed in the strike. This recent assault triggered global outrage against Israel as many people took to social media to protest against the deadly attack. What is the 'All Eyes On Rafah' slogan? The slogan 'All Eyes On Rafah' seems to have come into existence from a comment made by World Health Organization’s Office of the Occupied Palestinian Territories director Rick Peeperkorn. In February, Peeperkorn said "All eyes are on Rafah" days after an evacuation plan was ordered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before implementing the planned attacks to eliminate militant group Hamas' strongholds. The phrase refers to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and has now become a global trend which is being shared to extend support to the Palestinians who are suffering. The phrase is a call by people to avoid looking away from what kind of situation is unfolding in the city of Rafah. Nearly 1.4 million Gazans have taken shelter in Rafah after fleeing from violent fighting expanding in other areas of Gaza. Israel has continued its Rafah assault even though the top UN court had asked it to halt its operation in the wake of the large civilian population living in the area. Organisations and celebrities raise 'All Eyes On Rafah' slogan Organisations as well as lobbying groups - Jewish Voice for Peace, Save the Children, Americans for Justice in Palestine Action, the Palestine Solidarity Campaign and Oxfam - raised the slogan. The slogan has also been used by protesters as a rallying cry in Paris, London, the Netherlands, New York City, Los Angeles and beyond. Watch: Israel-Hamas War: Israeli tanks advance to central Rafah for first time: Report Various Bollywood celebrities like Varun Dhawan, Aly Goni, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor and Triptii Dimri also shared “All Eyes on Rafah” graphics as part of their Instagram stories Tuesday. Meanwhile, other celebrities like Australian cricket player Travis Head, British singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock, model Bella Hadid and actresses Saoirse-Monica Jackson and Susan Sarandon also raised the slogan on social media platforms. Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma's wife Ritika Sajdeh had also shared the "All Eyes On Rafah" image in her Instagram Stories, which backfired. Sajdeh was forced to delete the post after many users called her out for being "selective" while raising her voice against oppression and atrocities. As of now, more than 195,000 posts with the hashtag #AllEyesOnRafah have received millions of views on TikTok and the topic trended on Instagram on Tuesday (May 28), as almost 100,000 posts were made on it. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

'All Eyes On Rafah' picks up steam on social media. Here's all you need to know about its origin

The operator of Japan’s destroyed Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant demonstrated Tuesday how a remote-controlled robot would retrieve tiny bits of melted fuel debris from one of three damaged reactors later this year for the first time since the 2011 meltdown. Watch in for more details!

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Two big NATO powers France and Germany have said that Ukraine should be allowed to hit military sites inside Russia but only those Russian sites from which missiles are being fired at Ukrainian territory not other targets. Watch in for more details!

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Almost a year after the tragic OceanGate Titan submersible imploded in the sea and killed all the passengers stranded within it, another US businessman is making plans for a similar expedition.

Ohio businessman and billionaire Larry Connor, while speaking to The Wall Street Journal&nbsp;last week, spoke in detail about how he wished to prove that people can safely dive to the Titanic wreckage site when proper engineering is employed.

After the news came in about Titan's suspected implosion in June 2023, Connor dialled up Triton Submarine's CEO Patrick Lahey who had criticised the safety practices of OceanGate publicly and called its CEO "predatory". He also emphasised that they can make something better.

“[Connor said], you know, what we need to do is build a sub that can dive to [Titanic-level depths] repeatedly and safely and demonstrate to the world that you guys can do that, and that Titan was a contraption,’” said Lahey, while speaking to The Wall Street Journal.

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Connor and Lahey are planning to take a sub at a depth of nearly 3,800m (12,467ft) to witness the shipwreck sitting on the bed of the North Atlantic Ocean.&nbsp;

“I want to show people worldwide that while the ocean is extremely powerful, it can be wonderful and enjoyable and really kind of life-changing if you go about it the right way," said Connor.

A spokesperson for Connor’s company on Tuesday (May 28) said that the proposed voyage will only happen after the vessel is fully certified by a marine organisation. However, no timeframe has been decided for the planned expedition.

<h2>Who is Larry Connor?&nbsp;</h2>

Larry Connor&nbsp;is the founder of&nbsp;The Connor Group and an entrepreneur. The Connor Group is a luxury real estate company which is located in Dayton, Ohio.&nbsp;

According to Forbes, Connor's net worth is&nbsp;$2 billion, while the real estate portfolio of Connor Group is worth $5 billion.

Connor is an explorer who has earlier voyaged to the&nbsp;Mariana Trench and International Space Station.

Watch:&nbsp;Titan Submersible found in pieces after imploding in North Atlantic

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<h2>What had happened to Titan submersible?</h2>

Five people, who were onboard an OceanGate submersible, died after the vessel imploded en route to the Titanic.

OceanGate had built the Titan submersible using carbon fibre and it was certified to dive only to 1,300m, which is much less than the depth&nbsp;of the ocean floor of the Titanic wreckage site.

Those killed in the implosion included OceanGate Expeditions CEO&nbsp;Stockton Rush, British-Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood, 48, and his son Suleman, 19, British businessman Hamish Harding, 58, and Paul-Henry Nargeolet, 77, a former French navy diver.

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Almost a year after the tragic OceanGate Titan submersible imploded in the sea and killed all the passengers stranded within it, another US businessman is making plans for a similar expedition.

Almost a year after the tragic OceanGate Titan submersible imploded in the sea and killed all the passengers stranded within it, another US businessman is making plans for a similar expedition. Ohio businessman and billionaire Larry Connor, while speaking to The Wall Street Journal last week, spoke in detail about how he wished to prove that people can safely dive to the Titanic wreckage site when proper engineering is employed. After the news came in about Titan's suspected implosion in June 2023, Connor dialled up Triton Submarine's CEO Patrick Lahey who had criticised the safety practices of OceanGate publicly and called its CEO "predatory". He also emphasised that they can make something better. “[Connor said], you know, what we need to do is build a sub that can dive to [Titanic-level depths] repeatedly and safely and demonstrate to the world that you guys can do that, and that Titan was a contraption,’” said Lahey, while speaking to The Wall Street Journal. Also Read: One window, no seats, frigid temps: Inside the Titanic tourism submersible Connor and Lahey are planning to take a sub at a depth of nearly 3,800m (12,467ft) to witness the shipwreck sitting on the bed of the North Atlantic Ocean. “I want to show people worldwide that while the ocean is extremely powerful, it can be wonderful and enjoyable and really kind of life-changing if you go about it the right way," said Connor. A spokesperson for Connor’s company on Tuesday (May 28) said that the proposed voyage will only happen after the vessel is fully certified by a marine organisation. However, no timeframe has been decided for the planned expedition. Who is Larry Connor? Larry Connor is the founder of The Connor Group and an entrepreneur. The Connor Group is a luxury real estate company which is located in Dayton, Ohio. According to Forbes, Connor's net worth is $2 billion, while the real estate portfolio of Connor Group is worth $5 billion. Connor is an explorer who has earlier voyaged to the Mariana Trench and International Space Station. Watch: Titan Submersible found in pieces after imploding in North Atlantic What had happened to Titan submersible? Five people, who were onboard an OceanGate submersible, died after the vessel imploded en route to the Titanic. OceanGate had built the Titan submersible using carbon fibre and it was certified to dive only to 1,300m, which is much less than the depth of the ocean floor of the Titanic wreckage site. Those killed in the implosion included OceanGate Expeditions CEO Stockton Rush, British-Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood, 48, and his son Suleman, 19, British businessman Hamish Harding, 58, and Paul-Henry Nargeolet, 77, a former French navy diver. (With inputs from agencies)

After OceanGate implosion, US billionaire plans expedition to Titanic in submersible

North Korea has escalated its provocative actions against South Korea. The nation, as per local media reports on Wednesday (May 29), sent balloons filled with trash, toilet paper, and suspected human&nbsp;and animal faeces into South Korea.

Seoul's military has&nbsp;slammed the "low class" move, which follows a warning from Pyongyang that it would shower South Korean border areas with "mounds of wastepaper and filth" as punishment.

Photographs on the internet show white balloons full of, as per AFP, what appears&nbsp;to be trash and excrement.

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<h2>North Korean propaganda&nbsp;</h2>

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff has confirmed the presence of "unidentified objects believed to be North Korean propaganda leaflets"&nbsp;in the Gyeonggi-Gangwon border area&nbsp;and stated that the military was taking necessary action.&nbsp;

They urged citizens to avoid outdoor activities, avoid contact with unknown objects, and report any findings to military bases or the police.

Condemning the North's actions as a violation&nbsp;of international laws and a serious threat to public safety, the South Korean military said that some balloons contained suspected trash.&nbsp;

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"We sternly warn the North to immediately stop its inhumane and low-class actions," the statement added.

Gyeonggi province sent a text message alert to residents on Tuesday night, advising them to "refrain from outdoor activities and report (objects from North Korea) to military bases when identified."

<h2>Which South Korean action invited this retaliation?</h2>

This escalation follows frequent instances of South Korean activists launching balloons carrying anti-regime propaganda leaflets and money across the border into North Korea. These campaigns have long infuriated Pyongyang, which possibly fears that outside information could destabilise the tightly controlled society and threaten the Kim Jong Un regime.

In retaliation, North Korea recently threatened to take similar action. Kim Kang Il, a vice-minister of defence, on Sunday (May 26) said that "Tit-for-tat action will be taken against frequent scattering of leaflets and other rubbish by the ROK near border areas." Here, ROK refers to the Republic of Korea, the South's official name.

"Mounds of wastepaper and filth will soon be scattered over the border areas and the interior of the ROK and it will directly experience how much effort is required to remove them," Kim&nbsp;reiterated in a statement carried by the official Korean Central News Agency.

"North Korea would scatter waste over South Korea's border areas in response to the propaganda leaflets."

"This is a stern message to South Korea that North Korea can retaliate with similar propaganda tactics and that the South should cease its activities immediately," Cheong Seong-chang of the Sejong Institute told AFP.

Even though the 1950-53 Korean War ended in an armistice, the two Koreas remain technically at war, separated by a heavily fortified border.

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North Korea has escalated its provocative actions against South Korea. The nation, as per local media reports on Wednesday (May 29), sent balloons filled with trash, toilet paper, and suspected human and animal faeces into South Korea.

North Korea has escalated its provocative actions against South Korea. The nation, as per local media reports on Wednesday (May 29), sent balloons filled with trash, toilet paper, and suspected human and animal faeces into South Korea. Seoul's military has slammed the "low class" move, which follows a warning from Pyongyang that it would shower South Korean border areas with "mounds of wastepaper and filth" as punishment. Photographs on the internet show white balloons full of, as per AFP, what appears to be trash and excrement. Also read | Palestine's militant group Islamic Jihad releases hostage video of Amazon worker in Gaza North Korean propaganda South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff has confirmed the presence of "unidentified objects believed to be North Korean propaganda leaflets" in the Gyeonggi-Gangwon border area and stated that the military was taking necessary action. They urged citizens to avoid outdoor activities, avoid contact with unknown objects, and report any findings to military bases or the police. Condemning the North's actions as a violation of international laws and a serious threat to public safety, the South Korean military said that some balloons contained suspected trash. Also read | Taiwan government to reject contested parliament reforms "We sternly warn the North to immediately stop its inhumane and low-class actions," the statement added. Gyeonggi province sent a text message alert to residents on Tuesday night, advising them to "refrain from outdoor activities and report (objects from North Korea) to military bases when identified." Which South Korean action invited this retaliation? This escalation follows frequent instances of South Korean activists launching balloons carrying anti-regime propaganda leaflets and money across the border into North Korea. These campaigns have long infuriated Pyongyang, which possibly fears that outside information could destabilise the tightly controlled society and threaten the Kim Jong Un regime. In retaliation, North Korea recently threatened to take similar action. Kim Kang Il, a vice-minister of defence, on Sunday (May 26) said that "Tit-for-tat action will be taken against frequent scattering of leaflets and other rubbish by the ROK near border areas." Here, ROK refers to the Republic of Korea, the South's official name. "Mounds of wastepaper and filth will soon be scattered over the border areas and the interior of the ROK and it will directly experience how much effort is required to remove them," Kim reiterated in a statement carried by the official Korean Central News Agency. "North Korea would scatter waste over South Korea's border areas in response to the propaganda leaflets." "This is a stern message to South Korea that North Korea can retaliate with similar propaganda tactics and that the South should cease its activities immediately," Cheong Seong-chang of the Sejong Institute told AFP. Even though the 1950-53 Korean War ended in an armistice, the two Koreas remain technically at war, separated by a heavily fortified border. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea's 'low-class' move: Balloons filled with trash, poop sent to South Korea

Election fever has gried the UK then and reform UK's honorary president Nigel Farage has announced that he's not standing as a candidate in the general election offering his full support to Reform and its current leader.

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Former US presidential hopeful Nikki Haley was seen writing "Finish Them" on an Israeli shell during her visit to Israel. Haley, who once served as the US ambassador to the United Nations, is now facing severe criticism on and off social media for this act.

Haley has not yet clarified what she implied and whom she intended to get finished during her Memorial Day visit to Israel's north bordering Lebanon.&nbsp;

In a post from Danny Danon, a former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations who accompanied her on the trip, Haley can be seen writing the phrase 'Finish Them' on an Israeli artillery shell.

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Danon’s post read, "'Finish Them'. This is what my friend the former ambassador Nikki Haley wrote," and featured the controversial image.

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Nikki Haley's visit to the northern Israeli border came a day after an Israeli strike killed 45 at a camp for displaced Palestinians in Rafah which Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later described as "a tragic error".

Haley's message coincides with her past sentiment during an interview with Fox News when she condemned Hamas'&nbsp;attack and called upon Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "finish them".&nbsp;

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Critics on social media said that Haley's message is provocative and insensitive in the wake of the ongoing Israeli offensive in Rafah where over a million displaced Palestinians are currently lodged due to the ongoing war in Gaza.

"Shame on her existence she is evil!" wrote one X user.

“These missiles will be ultimately used to kill innocent civilians and children. This is terrorism,” a second user commented.

Haley, who ended her White House bid in March after a series of defeats in Republican primary contests to Trump, recently expressed her intent to vote for Donald Trump.&nbsp;

But Trump has ruled her out as a vice-presidential candidate and her prospect for White House for 2028 remains uncertain.

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Former US presidential hopeful Nikki Haley was seen writing "Finish Them" on an Israeli shell during her visit to Israel. Haley, who once served as the US ambassador to the United Nations, is now facing severe criticism on and off social media for this act.

Former US presidential hopeful Nikki Haley was seen writing "Finish Them" on an Israeli shell during her visit to Israel. Haley, who once served as the US ambassador to the United Nations, is now facing severe criticism on and off social media for this act. Haley has not yet clarified what she implied and whom she intended to get finished during her Memorial Day visit to Israel's north bordering Lebanon. In a post from Danny Danon, a former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations who accompanied her on the trip, Haley can be seen writing the phrase 'Finish Them' on an Israeli artillery shell. Also read | 'Embryos are babies': Nikki Haley agrees with Alabama Supreme Court's IVF ruling Danon’s post read, "'Finish Them'. This is what my friend the former ambassador Nikki Haley wrote," and featured the controversial image. Finish them! זה מה שכתבה היום חברתי, השגרירה לשעבר, ניקי היילי על פגז במהלך ביקור במוצב של תותחנים בגבול הצפון. הגיע הזמן לשינוי משוואה - תושבי צור וצידון יתפנו, תושבי הצפון יחזרו. צה"ל יכול לנצח! pic.twitter.com/qvLNCXPl7o — Danny Danon 🇮🇱 דני דנון (@dannydanon) May 28, 2024 × Nikki Haley's visit to the northern Israeli border came a day after an Israeli strike killed 45 at a camp for displaced Palestinians in Rafah which Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later described as "a tragic error". Haley's message coincides with her past sentiment during an interview with Fox News when she condemned Hamas' attack and called upon Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "finish them". Also watch | US: Donald Trump says not considering Nikki Haley as running mate × Critics on social media said that Haley's message is provocative and insensitive in the wake of the ongoing Israeli offensive in Rafah where over a million displaced Palestinians are currently lodged due to the ongoing war in Gaza. "Shame on her existence she is evil!" wrote one X user. “These missiles will be ultimately used to kill innocent civilians and children. This is terrorism,” a second user commented. Haley, who ended her White House bid in March after a series of defeats in Republican primary contests to Trump, recently expressed her intent to vote for Donald Trump. But Trump has ruled her out as a vice-presidential candidate and her prospect for White House for 2028 remains uncertain. (With inputs from agencies)

Nikki Haley writes 'Finish Them' on Israeli shell amid outrage over Rafah assault

At least 45 people, who had taken shelter in tents in Rafah, were killed in Israeli shelling and airstrikes as part of the latest assault. The Gaza medics said that in the strikes hundreds of civilians also suffered shrapnel and burn wounds. The attack was condemned by world leaders. The IDF says a hidden store of Hamas weapons might have been the actual cause of the deadly blaze that tore through tents. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: IDF denies striking tent camp in west of Rafah

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During a heated parliamentary debate over a controversial foreign influence law, water was poured on Georgian opposition lawmaker Giorgi Vashadze while he delivered&nbsp;his speech.

Undeterred, Vashadze continued, stating, "This water will not harm me, and the Georgian people will not be harmed by the traitor's way you have chosen."

The incident occurred as the Georgian parliament debated the divisive "foreign agents" bill, which has sparked weeks of massive protests and raised concerns in the West.

President Salome Zourabichvili's vetoed the bill on May 18 but the parliament, dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, overrode the veto with an 84-4 vote.

The bill mandates that media and nonprofit organisations register as foreign agents if they receive more than 20 per cent of their funding from abroad.

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Critics argue that the legislation mirrors restrictive measures in Russia and jeopardises Georgia's aspirations to join the European Union.

Zourabichvili has warned that the bill endangers Georgia's future and hinders "the path towards becoming a full member of the free and democratic world."&nbsp;

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Following the veto override, the president has five days to sign the bill into law, or the parliament speaker will do so.

Outside the parliament, opponents of the bill rallied, chanting "Slaves!" and later marched past Georgian Dream headquarters.

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The government defended the bill as necessary to protect the nation from harmful foreign influences. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze reportedly argued that the law would bolster Georgia's EU membership prospects, stating, "The law on transparency will create better grounds for ensuring the membership of Georgia in the EU."

<h2>US condemns foreign influence bill&nbsp;</h2>

The EU's foreign policy arm and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken have both criticised the law. Blinken announced travel sanctions against Georgian officials.

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Protests in Tbilisi have continued, with demonstrators clashing with police, who have resorted to tear gas and water cannons.

Tensions between Russia and Georgia have simmered since a brief war in 2008. The status of the breakaway province of South Ossetia remains a contentious issue.

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During a heated parliamentary debate over a controversial foreign influence law, water was poured on Georgian opposition lawmaker Giorgi Vashadze while he delivered his speech.

During a heated parliamentary debate over a controversial foreign influence law, water was poured on Georgian opposition lawmaker Giorgi Vashadze while he delivered his speech. Undeterred, Vashadze continued, stating, "This water will not harm me, and the Georgian people will not be harmed by the traitor's way you have chosen." The incident occurred as the Georgian parliament debated the divisive "foreign agents" bill, which has sparked weeks of massive protests and raised concerns in the West. President Salome Zourabichvili's vetoed the bill on May 18 but the parliament, dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, overrode the veto with an 84-4 vote. The bill mandates that media and nonprofit organisations register as foreign agents if they receive more than 20 per cent of their funding from abroad. Also Read | Brazil's Gol Airlines begins talks with rival Azul to explore opportunities Critics argue that the legislation mirrors restrictive measures in Russia and jeopardises Georgia's aspirations to join the European Union. Zourabichvili has warned that the bill endangers Georgia's future and hinders "the path towards becoming a full member of the free and democratic world." ◾ @GeorgianDream41 MP Irma Zavradashvili poured water on Giorgi Vashadze in @Geoparliament. ◾"This is the way of traitors who have reached savagery" - @vashadze_giorgi responded to Zavradashvili's behavior 2023, @Transparency_GE about Zavradashvili: 📌https://t.co/xJOpQCpg1e pic.twitter.com/weQgQenF2L — ბათუმელები • Batumelebi.ge (@Batumelebi_ge) May 28, 2024 × Following the veto override, the president has five days to sign the bill into law, or the parliament speaker will do so. Outside the parliament, opponents of the bill rallied, chanting "Slaves!" and later marched past Georgian Dream headquarters. Also Read | US judge rejects Amazon's bid to dismiss FTC lawsuit over Prime enrolments The government defended the bill as necessary to protect the nation from harmful foreign influences. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze reportedly argued that the law would bolster Georgia's EU membership prospects, stating, "The law on transparency will create better grounds for ensuring the membership of Georgia in the EU." US condemns foreign influence bill The EU's foreign policy arm and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken have both criticised the law. Blinken announced travel sanctions against Georgian officials. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine should be allowed to hit sites in Russia: Macron, Scholz × Protests in Tbilisi have continued, with demonstrators clashing with police, who have resorted to tear gas and water cannons. Tensions between Russia and Georgia have simmered since a brief war in 2008. The status of the breakaway province of South Ossetia remains a contentious issue. (With inputs from agencies)

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