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A court in South Korea issued a warrant on Thursday to arrest former president Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed bid to impose martial law in the country, placing him in custody for the second time. The Seoul Central District Court issued the warrant hours after holding a hearing to review the arrest warrant requested by special counsel Cho Eun-suk. Cho’s team sought the arrest warrant on five charges, including Yoon’s alleged violation of the rights of Cabinet members by calling only a select few to a meeting held shortly before he declared martial law on Dec. 3. Yoon and his lawyers attended the hearing and rejected all charges before the former president was taken to Seoul Detention Centre in Uiwang, just south of the capital, to await the court’s decision.&nbsp;Nam Se-jin, a senior judge at Seoul’s Central District Court, issued the warrant, citing concerns that Yoon could destroy evidence, the Yonhap news agency said.&nbsp;The former president is also accused of creating a false martial law declaration document after Dec. 3 to add legitimacy to his actions and getting it signed by then prime minister Han Duck-soo and then defence minister Kim Yong-hyun before discarding it.&nbsp;The other charges involve his alleged instruction to the presidential spokesperson for foreign press to distribute false statements denying his intent to destroy the constitutional order through the martial law attempt, his alleged instruction to the Presidential Security Service to block his detention by investigators in early January and his alleged order to delete call records from secure phones used by three military commanders.&nbsp;This is the second time Yoon has been arrested.The first time was in January when he was still in office, but a court later accepted his request to cancel his arrest, allowing his release in March.

Former president Yoon attended the hearing and rejected all charges before he was taken to Seoul Detention Centre in Uiwang to await the court’s decision. Nam Se-jin, a senior judge at Seoul’s Central District Court, issued the warrant, citing concerns that Yoon could destroy evidence.

A court in South Korea issued a warrant on Thursday to arrest former president Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed bid to impose martial law in the country, placing him in custody for the second time. The Seoul Central District Court issued the warrant hours after holding a hearing to review the arrest warrant requested by special counsel Cho Eun-suk. Cho’s team sought the arrest warrant on five charges, including Yoon’s alleged violation of the rights of Cabinet members by calling only a select few to a meeting held shortly before he declared martial law on Dec. 3. Yoon and his lawyers attended the hearing and rejected all charges before the former president was taken to Seoul Detention Centre in Uiwang, just south of the capital, to await the court’s decision. Nam Se-jin, a senior judge at Seoul’s Central District Court, issued the warrant, citing concerns that Yoon could destroy evidence, the Yonhap news agency said. The former president is also accused of creating a false martial law declaration document after Dec. 3 to add legitimacy to his actions and getting it signed by then prime minister Han Duck-soo and then defence minister Kim Yong-hyun before discarding it. The other charges involve his alleged instruction to the presidential spokesperson for foreign press to distribute false statements denying his intent to destroy the constitutional order through the martial law attempt, his alleged instruction to the Presidential Security Service to block his detention by investigators in early January and his alleged order to delete call records from secure phones used by three military commanders. This is the second time Yoon has been arrested. The first time was in January when he was still in office, but a court later accepted his request to cancel his arrest, allowing his release in March.

Former president Yoon attended the hearing and rejected all charges before he was taken to Seoul Detention Centre in Uiwang to await the court’s decision. Nam Se-jin, a senior judge at Seoul’s Central District Court, issued the warrant, citing concerns that Yoon could destroy evidence.

Seoul court issues warrant to arrest ex-president Yoon over martial law bid

TikTok is considering launching a standalone app for American users, which will be operated on a separate algorithm and data system from its global app, according to a Reuters report, citing unnamed employees of the social media platform.The new standalone app will possibly pave the way for a possible sale orchestrated by US President Donald Trump, as per the report.Currently, TikTok has been operating under strict deadlines over the past several months to build its algorithm according to the US-specific version.<h2>Here's all you need to know about new app</h2>The initiative by TikTok, known internally as "M2", according to the Reuters report, has to be launched by the September deadline. It could represent the biggest technical break between TikTok's US operations and its international business.This change might also impact how 170 million American users access global content and how non-US creators make money on the platform.The new app will be designed to function independently, which is similar to Douyin, a version of TikTok accessed by mainland China.Moreover, people outside the US won't be able to find the new app in their app stores, according to the sources.A US law, enacted in April 2024, aimed to ban TikTok in America as of January 19 if the platform remains controlled by its Chinese parent company ByteDance Ltd.The people supporting the law argued that the app is a threat to national security as it raises data-privacy concerns.However, Trump has been opposing the TikTok ban, delaying it multiple times as he stressed that the app helped him reach younger voters during the 2024 White House elections.But, ByteDance has been facing constant political pressure in the US to divest its business. Currently, a deal has been ongoing to spin off TikTok's US operations into a new US-based firm, however, it was put on hold after China said that it would not approve it in light of Trump's trade war.&nbsp;

The initiative by TikTok, known internally as "M2", according to the Reuters report, has to be launched by the September deadline. It could represent the biggest technical break between TikTok's US operations and its international business.

TikTok is considering launching a standalone app for American users, which will be operated on a separate algorithm and data system from its global app, according to a Reuters report, citing unnamed employees of the social media platform. The new standalone app will possibly pave the way for a possible sale orchestrated by US President Donald Trump, as per the report. Currently, TikTok has been operating under strict deadlines over the past several months to build its algorithm according to the US-specific version. Here's all you need to know about new app The initiative by TikTok, known internally as "M2", according to the Reuters report, has to be launched by the September deadline. It could represent the biggest technical break between TikTok's US operations and its international business. This change might also impact how 170 million American users access global content and how non-US creators make money on the platform. The new app will be designed to function independently, which is similar to Douyin, a version of TikTok accessed by mainland China. Moreover, people outside the US won't be able to find the new app in their app stores, according to the sources. A US law, enacted in April 2024, aimed to ban TikTok in America as of January 19 if the platform remains controlled by its Chinese parent company ByteDance Ltd. The people supporting the law argued that the app is a threat to national security as it raises data-privacy concerns. However, Trump has been opposing the TikTok ban, delaying it multiple times as he stressed that the app helped him reach younger voters during the 2024 White House elections. But, ByteDance has been facing constant political pressure in the US to divest its business. Currently, a deal has been ongoing to spin off TikTok's US operations into a new US-based firm, however, it was put on hold after China said that it would not approve it in light of Trump's trade war.

The initiative by TikTok, known internally as "M2", according to the Reuters report, has to be launched by the September deadline. It could represent the biggest technical break between TikTok's US operations and its international business.

TikTok finds a mid-way: ByteDance considers launching a US-specific app - Name, date of launch, and all you need to know

Mark Epstein, the brother of financier Jeffrey Epstein, has strongly rejected the Trump administration’s final report into his brother’s controversial death, suggesting the official explanation doesn’t add up.<h2>What did the Trump administration’s report conclude?</h2>The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail.But the findings have angered many of Trump’s own supporters, who had long speculated that Epstein’s death involved foul play, suspicions encouraged by several MAGA officials.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-complete-disappointment-kash-patel-once-pushed-epstein-conspiracies-now-leads-trump-s-fbi-and-dismisses-them-but-maga-isn-t-buying-it-1751892825511">‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA&nbsp;isn’t&nbsp;buying&nbsp;it</a><h2>What is Mark Epstein saying now?</h2>Speaking to NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo on Tuesday, Mark Epstein said he doesn’t trust the government’s version of events. “Every time they say or do something to try to quash the fact that he was most likely murdered, they just put their foot further down their mouth,” he said. Mark has long voiced concerns about how his brother died in a high-security jail while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges in 2019.The official autopsy was conducted by New York City’s Chief Medical Examiner Barbara Sampson, with renowned pathologist Dr Michael Baden observing at the request of Epstein’s legal team. Baden said at the time that Epstein’s injuries were “more consistent with homicidal strangulation than suicide.”Kash Patel, the FBI director and one of the Trump officials who had previously fuelled speculation about Epstein’s alleged blackmail operation, made a sharp U-turn in May. “You know a suicide when you see one, and that’s what that was,” Patel said.Mark Epstein, reacting to that statement, said, “When Kash Patel came out with that statement, I laughed at how stupid it was.”Trump has not directly addressed Mark Epstein’s claims, but during a press briefing on Monday, his press secretary refused to answer questions related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail.

Mark Epstein, the brother of financier Jeffrey Epstein, has strongly rejected the Trump administration’s final report into his brother’s controversial death, suggesting the official explanation doesn’t add up. What did the Trump administration’s report conclude? The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail. But the findings have angered many of Trump’s own supporters, who had long speculated that Epstein’s death involved foul play, suspicions encouraged by several MAGA officials. Also read: ‘Complete disappointment’: Kash Patel once pushed Epstein conspiracies, now leads Trump’s FBI and dismisses them, but MAGA isn’t buying it What is Mark Epstein saying now? Speaking to NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo on Tuesday, Mark Epstein said he doesn’t trust the government’s version of events. “Every time they say or do something to try to quash the fact that he was most likely murdered, they just put their foot further down their mouth,” he said. Mark has long voiced concerns about how his brother died in a high-security jail while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges in 2019. The official autopsy was conducted by New York City’s Chief Medical Examiner Barbara Sampson, with renowned pathologist Dr Michael Baden observing at the request of Epstein’s legal team. Baden said at the time that Epstein’s injuries were “more consistent with homicidal strangulation than suicide.” Kash Patel, the FBI director and one of the Trump officials who had previously fuelled speculation about Epstein’s alleged blackmail operation, made a sharp U-turn in May. “You know a suicide when you see one, and that’s what that was,” Patel said. Mark Epstein, reacting to that statement, said, “When Kash Patel came out with that statement, I laughed at how stupid it was.” Trump has not directly addressed Mark Epstein’s claims, but during a press briefing on Monday, his press secretary refused to answer questions related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The Justice Department and FBI, under President Donald Trump, this week released a long-awaited report declaring that Jeffrey Epstein had died by suicide. It also said there was no evidence that Epstein had kept a list of powerful clients to use for blackmail.

‘I laughed at how stupid it was’: Jeffrey Epstein’s brother says he was ‘murdered’, refutes FBI report

Hours after Linda Yaccarino resigned from the post of CEO of Elon Musk-owned X, netizens began flooding the social media platform with questions, asking why she resigned as curiosity grew over whether Musk was behind her resignation or not.The former CEO of X, took to social media, expressing gratitude to Musk, as she said that it was an opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company.“I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me with the responsibility of protecting free speech, turning the company around, and transforming X into the Everything App,” she added. "We started with the critical early work necessary to prioritize the safety of our users—especially children, and to restore advertiser confidence. "But, netizens couldn't keep calm and bombarded X with a series of questions. One of the users asked, "Who is going to be the new CEO?"Another user directly blamed Musk for Linda's resignation. "Elon fired her. Isn't it obvious?," the user wrote. While, another user asked, "Why is she leaving Elon?"A user even asked Grok, "Explain why she quit?". In a hilarious comment, one of the users wrote, "Hey @grok draw a picture of how this news makes you feel."One of the users brought Trump into the comment sections, claiming, "Looks like Musk’s betrayal of Trump is really starting to impact his businesses. Treachery never pays. Especially against the savior of the US and Western Civilization."Just after Linda posted her resignation on X, praising Musk and saying that she is "incredibly proud" of the X team and the historic business turnaround they have accomplished, Musk also replied to her post.Musk in a short response, wrote, "Thank you for your contributions."Linda, in her post, also lauded the social media platform, saying that X is truly a digital town square for all voices and world's most powerful cultural signal.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Another user directly blamed Musk for Linda's resignation. "Elon fired her. Isn't it obvious?," the user wrote. While, another user asked, "Why is she leaving Elon?"

Hours after Linda Yaccarino resigned from the post of CEO of Elon Musk-owned X, netizens began flooding the social media platform with questions, asking why she resigned as curiosity grew over whether Musk was behind her resignation or not. The former CEO of X, took to social media, expressing gratitude to Musk, as she said that it was an opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company. “I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me with the responsibility of protecting free speech, turning the company around, and transforming X into the Everything App,” she added. "We started with the critical early work necessary to prioritize the safety of our users—especially children, and to restore advertiser confidence. " But, netizens couldn't keep calm and bombarded X with a series of questions. One of the users asked, "Who is going to be the new CEO?" Another user directly blamed Musk for Linda's resignation. "Elon fired her. Isn't it obvious?," the user wrote. While, another user asked, "Why is she leaving Elon?" A user even asked Grok, "Explain why she quit?". In a hilarious comment, one of the users wrote, "Hey @grok draw a picture of how this news makes you feel." One of the users brought Trump into the comment sections, claiming, "Looks like Musk’s betrayal of Trump is really starting to impact his businesses. Treachery never pays. Especially against the savior of the US and Western Civilization." Just after Linda posted her resignation on X, praising Musk and saying that she is "incredibly proud" of the X team and the historic business turnaround they have accomplished, Musk also replied to her post. Musk in a short response, wrote, "Thank you for your contributions." Linda, in her post, also lauded the social media platform, saying that X is truly a digital town square for all voices and world's most powerful cultural signal.

Another user directly blamed Musk for Linda's resignation. "Elon fired her. Isn't it obvious?," the user wrote. While, another user asked, "Why is she leaving Elon?"

'Elon fired her, isn't it obvious?': Netizens bombard X with wave of questions after CEO Linda Yaccarino resigns

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Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Yaccarino wrote, “I’m incredibly proud of the X team, the historic business turnaround we have accomplished together has been nothing short of remarkable.”

Linda Yaccarino, the CEO of Elon Musk’s social media platform X, shocked many on Wednesday (July 9) when she announced her decision to step down after “two incredible years” in the role. Although she thanked Musk and praised her team, she did not explain why she was leaving. What did Yaccarino say in her resignation post? Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Yaccarino wrote, “I’m incredibly proud of the X team, the historic business turnaround we have accomplished together has been nothing short of remarkable.” She credited her team for developing features like Community Notes and the upcoming X Money, and bringing “iconic voices and content” to the platform. Yaccarino added, “X is truly a digital town square for all voices and the world’s most powerful culture signal.” She ended the note with, “I’ll be cheering you all on as you continue to change the world. As always, I’ll see you on 𝕏.” Who is Linda Yaccarino? Born on 21 December 1963, Yaccarino studied liberal arts and telecommunications at Pennsylvania State University. She began her career in 1992 at Ted Turner’s media group, where she rose to the role of Executive Vice President and COO of advertising sales and acquisitions. After nearly 20 years there, she moved to NBCUniversal in 2011. She first served as President of cable entertainment and digital ad sales, and later became Chairman of global advertising and partnerships. At NBCUniversal, she earned a strong reputation in the ad world and is credited with reshaping the $70 billion premium video market. When did she join X? Yaccarino was hired by Elon Musk in 2023 to lead X as its CEO. However, her leadership quickly became controversial. Under her watch, X filed a lawsuit against a major advertising coalition, accusing it of using its influence to block companies from doing business with the platform. The case sparked backlash and led to an advertiser boycott. Later, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launched an investigation into several ad groups connected to the dispute. Yaccarino did not share what she plans to do next, nor did X announce a replacement. Her exit comes as Musk continues to pitch X as the world’s “everything app”, with features like payments and AI integrations in the works.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Yaccarino wrote, “I’m incredibly proud of the X team, the historic business turnaround we have accomplished together has been nothing short of remarkable.”

'I’ll see you on 𝕏': Who is Linda Yaccarino and why did she just leave Elon Musk’s X?

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Pentagon chief halted Ukraine weapons shipment twice without&nbsp;telling&nbsp;him"></figure>US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed a pause in American weapons shipments to Ukraine last week, without informing the White House, CNN reported, citing multiple sources familiar with the situation. 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Samuel Jerome, an Indian national who has been residing in Yemen for more than two decades, has been leading efforts to secure the release of Nimisha Priya. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-heavy-rains-lashes-delhi-ncr-imd-issues-orange-alert-1752069606598">WATCH-Heavy rains lash Delhi-NCR; IMD issues orange alert</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250709/image-1752069898757.jpg?rect=(0,385,4535,3401)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="WATCH-Heavy rains lash Delhi-NCR; IMD issues orange alert"></figure>Heavy rain lashed down in Delhi and the adjoining national capital area on Wednesday (July 9), triggering waterlogging issues in several parts of the national capital. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for the national capital. It further said that moderate rainfall, along with light thunderstorms, and lightning is very likely to occur in entire Delhi and NCR areas. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indigo-s-delhi-bound-flight-returns-to-patna-after-technical-snag-due-to-bird-hit-1752067081447">IndiGo’s Delhi-bound flight returns to Patna after technical snag due to bird hit</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250709/image-1752067668171.jpg?zoom=0.8&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="IndiGo’s Delhi-bound flight returns to Patna after technical snag due to bird hit"></figure>A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight carrying around 175 passengers and crew had to return and make an emergency landing at the Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport in Patna shortly after takeoff on Wednesday morning as one of its engines developed a technical snag due to a bird hit. “IGO5009 Patna to Delhi reported bird hit after takeoff at 0842 IST, one dead bird in pieces was found on the runway during inspection. The same was advised to the aircraft through the Approach Control Unit,” said a statement issued by the Patna airport officials.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avengers-doomsday-set-photo-gets-leaked-online-fans-spot-these-superheroes-and-a-surprising-detail-1752075182409">Avengers: Doomsday set photo gets leaked online, fans spot these superheroes and a surprising detail</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250709/image-1752075661670.jpg?zoom=0.8&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Avengers: Doomsday set photo gets leaked online, fans spot these superheroes and a surprising detail"></figure>Marvel announced Avengers: Doomsday amid much fanfare at Comic Con in 2024. Since then, the excitement around the film has been palpable even though the film is scheduled to release in 2026. Now, a photo from the sets of the film has been leaked by an anonymous crew member on the internet, and it has led to a frenzy on social media. The image has left fans speculating about the plot details, which Marvel has kept a secret so far. The image also reveals a surprising detail about Avengers: Doomsday. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/formula-1-red-bull-sack-team-principal-and-ceo-christian-horner-1752054569744">Formula 1: Red Bull sack Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250709/image-1752054874965.jpg?rect=(0,58,908,682)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Formula 1: Red Bull sack Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner"></figure>Red Bull Racing, one of the most successful Formula 1 teams in recent years, has asked Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner to step down. Horner, who was mired in controversy last year after a text scandal broke out, has been under scrutiny for Red Bull's dipping form in the ongoing season as well. The news was confirmed by Formula 1 official X handle on Wednesday (Jul 9). The decision come shortly after British GP at Silverstone on Sunday (Jul 6) where Max Verstappen finished fifth and teammate Yuki Tsunoda could not get any points.

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US President Donald Trump released a new set of letters to trading nations on Wednesday (July 9) that outlined tariff rates for six nations as Washington continues to drive toward ushering in a spate of trade agreements officials have vowed. The letters, written to the leaders of economies such as the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya and Iraq, laid out the duties ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent. Click on the headlines to know more Trump tariff letters: US president sends letter to Iraq, Moldova, Libya and three other countries US President Donald Trump released a new set of letters to trading nations on Wednesday (July 9) that outlined tariff rates for six nations as Washington continues to drive toward ushering in a spate of trade agreements officials have vowed. The letters, written to the leaders of economies such as the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya and Iraq, laid out the duties ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent. Pope to hold Russia-Ukraine peace talks? Vatican announces as Zelensky meets him amid Russia's biggest attack Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (July 9) met Pope Leo XIV at the papal residence of Castel Gandolfo near Rome. As the two met amid ongoing Russian attacks, Pope offered to hold negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Vatican. The two discussed the ongoing conflict and the urgent need for a just and lasting peace. Linda Yaccarino steps down as CEO of Elon Musk’s X after two years X CEO Linda Yaccarino has stepped down from her position of the chief executive after spending two years at the helm, marking the end of a high-profile chapter for the Elon Musk-owned social media platform. In a post on X, Yaccarino, 61, said, “When @elonmusk and I first spoke of his vision for X, I knew it would be the opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company. I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me.” Hegseth kept Trump in the dark again? Pentagon chief halted Ukraine weapons shipment twice without telling him US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed a pause in American weapons shipments to Ukraine last week, without informing the White House, CNN reported, citing multiple sources familiar with the situation. The surprise move sparked internal confusion and urgent efforts within the Trump administration to manage backlash from both Congress and Ukrainian officials. 728 drones and 13 missiles: Russia launches LARGEST drone attack on Ukraine since start of war Russia fired its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in more than three years of war, Kyiv said Wednesday (July 9). The strikes mainly targeted areas furthest from the front line. The attack comes just after US President Donald Trump said he would increase weapons deliveries to Ukraine – reversing an earlier US policy announcement – and accused his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of talking "bullshit" on Ukraine. As execution date nears, final attempts to save Nimisha Priya underway in Yemen Indian nurse Nimisha Priya is on death row in Yemen, and time is running out fast, as there's just a week to go for the execution date-July 16,2025. Samuel Jerome, an Indian national who has been residing in Yemen for more than two decades, has been leading efforts to secure the release of Nimisha Priya. WATCH-Heavy rains lash Delhi-NCR; IMD issues orange alert Heavy rain lashed down in Delhi and the adjoining national capital area on Wednesday (July 9), triggering waterlogging issues in several parts of the national capital. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for the national capital. It further said that moderate rainfall, along with light thunderstorms, and lightning is very likely to occur in entire Delhi and NCR areas. IndiGo’s Delhi-bound flight returns to Patna after technical snag due to bird hit A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight carrying around 175 passengers and crew had to return and make an emergency landing at the Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport in Patna shortly after takeoff on Wednesday morning as one of its engines developed a technical snag due to a bird hit. “IGO5009 Patna to Delhi reported bird hit after takeoff at 0842 IST, one dead bird in pieces was found on the runway during inspection. The same was advised to the aircraft through the Approach Control Unit,” said a statement issued by the Patna airport officials. Avengers: Doomsday set photo gets leaked online, fans spot these superheroes and a surprising detail Marvel announced Avengers: Doomsday amid much fanfare at Comic Con in 2024. Since then, the excitement around the film has been palpable even though the film is scheduled to release in 2026. Now, a photo from the sets of the film has been leaked by an anonymous crew member on the internet, and it has led to a frenzy on social media. The image has left fans speculating about the plot details, which Marvel has kept a secret so far. The image also reveals a surprising detail about Avengers: Doomsday. Formula 1: Red Bull sack Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner Red Bull Racing, one of the most successful Formula 1 teams in recent years, has asked Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner to step down. Horner, who was mired in controversy last year after a text scandal broke out, has been under scrutiny for Red Bull's dipping form in the ongoing season as well. The news was confirmed by Formula 1 official X handle on Wednesday (Jul 9). The decision come shortly after British GP at Silverstone on Sunday (Jul 6) where Max Verstappen finished fifth and teammate Yuki Tsunoda could not get any points.

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US President Donald Trump released a new set of letters to trading nations on Wednesday (July 9) that outlined tariff rates for seven countries as Washington continues to drive toward ushering in a spate of trade agreements officials have vowed. The letters, written to the leaders of economies such as the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya, Iraq and Sri Lanka laid out the duties ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent.&nbsp;Like Trump's initial set of documents released on Monday (July 7), the levels of tariffs weren't far from the original April threats, even if some partners were given substantially lower levels this time. Whereas the president in April charged a 10 percent tariff on nearly all trading partners, he released -- then shelved -- steeper rates for several dozen economies.

<h2>Here is the list of the new tariffs:</h2><ol><li>30% on Algeria</li><li>25% on Brunei</li><li>30% on Iraq</li><li>30% on Libya</li><li>25% on Moldova</li><li>25% on Philippines</li><li>30% on Sri Lanka</li></ol>The deadline for imposition of these higher levels had been set to be Wednesday, before Trump extended it again to August 1. Instead, countries who are subject to these threats of higher duties started getting letters enumerating US tariff rates on their goods. Trump's most recent statements were virtually identical to those released earlier in the week, and defended the tariffs as a reaction to trade relationships that have been "unfortunately, far from reciprocal."&nbsp;They called on countries to produce items in different countries within the United States but not there in an effort to shun duties, threatening more to suppress further if leaders responded to the tariffs.In addition to the tariffs on merchandise from various nations, Trump has also implemented sector-specific tariffs on steel, aluminum and cars since returning to the White House last January.Trump announced tariffs were on their way for copper and drugs too, on Tuesday (July 8).

On Monday, Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imports from Japan and South Korea, accusing both nations of unfair trade practices. In official letters sent to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump said the new tariffs will take effect from August 1. Earlier, Trump said that he plans to send “12, maybe 15” letters to major trading partners announcing new tariffs.

Trump tariff letters: US president sends letter to Iraq, Moldova, Libya and four other countries

US President Donald Trump released a new set of letters to trading nations on Wednesday (July 9) that outlined tariff rates for seven countries as Washington continues to drive toward ushering in a spate of trade agreements officials have vowed. The letters, written to the leaders of economies such as the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya, Iraq and Sri Lanka laid out the duties ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent. Like Trump's initial set of documents released on Monday (July 7), the levels of tariffs weren't far from the original April threats, even if some partners were given substantially lower levels this time. Whereas the president in April charged a 10 percent tariff on nearly all trading partners, he released -- then shelved -- steeper rates for several dozen economies.

The US president will impose these tariffs starting August 1

Trump tariff letters: US president sends letters to Iraq, Moldova, Libya and four other countries

In a major move, a Turkish court has blocked access to Elon Musk's chatbot Grok on Wednesday (July 9), alleging that it has generated offensive responses about President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, modern Turkey's founder Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, and religious values.This comes as Grok faces widespread criticism over Nazi statements it made recently.Moreover, it also infuriated the government in Warsaw with offensive comments targeting Polish politicians including Prime Minister Donald Tusk.The Turkey's Chief Public Prosecutor's Office launched a probe into Grok, operated by Musk's xAI, stating "in response to Grok's insults against Atatürk, our esteemed President, and the Prophet."Following the request, Turkey's Criminal Court of Peace granted the prosecutor's request to block access to Grok. &nbsp;It added that the telecom authority is also enforcing that block on internet access providers.It marks Turkey's first such ban on content from an artificial intelligence tool.Yaman Akdeniz, a cyber law expert at Istanbul Bilgi University, stressed that Turkey has become the first country to impose censorship on Grok.He said that the authorities had identified some 50 posts by Grok, that will be considered as the basis for investigation.Earlier today, Musk's artificial intelligence firm xAI deleted "inappropriate" posts on X after Grok praised Adolf Hitler, referring to itself as "MechaHitler". It further made antisemitic comments while responding to people's queries.But, after users pointed out, Grok deleted some of the posts and restricted the chatbot to generating images rather than replying in text.“We are aware of recent posts made by Grok and are actively working to remove the inappropriate posts. Since being made aware of the content, xAI has taken action to ban hate speech before Grok posts on X,” the company said in a post on X.After Grok used abusive remarks for the Polish PM, Musk took to X, posting, "We have improved @Grok significantly. You should notice a difference when you ask Grok questions."

Turkey's Criminal Court of Peace granted the prosecutor's request to block access to Grok.  It added that the telecom authority is also enforcing that block on internet access providers.

In a major move, a Turkish court has blocked access to Elon Musk's chatbot Grok on Wednesday (July 9), alleging that it has generated offensive responses about President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, modern Turkey's founder Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, and religious values. This comes as Grok faces widespread criticism over Nazi statements it made recently. Moreover, it also infuriated the government in Warsaw with offensive comments targeting Polish politicians including Prime Minister Donald Tusk. The Turkey's Chief Public Prosecutor's Office launched a probe into Grok, operated by Musk's xAI, stating "in response to Grok's insults against Atatürk, our esteemed President, and the Prophet." Following the request, Turkey's Criminal Court of Peace granted the prosecutor's request to block access to Grok. It added that the telecom authority is also enforcing that block on internet access providers. It marks Turkey's first such ban on content from an artificial intelligence tool. Yaman Akdeniz, a cyber law expert at Istanbul Bilgi University, stressed that Turkey has become the first country to impose censorship on Grok. He said that the authorities had identified some 50 posts by Grok, that will be considered as the basis for investigation. Earlier today, Musk's artificial intelligence firm xAI deleted "inappropriate" posts on X after Grok praised Adolf Hitler, referring to itself as "MechaHitler". It further made antisemitic comments while responding to people's queries. But, after users pointed out, Grok deleted some of the posts and restricted the chatbot to generating images rather than replying in text. “We are aware of recent posts made by Grok and are actively working to remove the inappropriate posts. Since being made aware of the content, xAI has taken action to ban hate speech before Grok posts on X,” the company said in a post on X. After Grok used abusive remarks for the Polish PM, Musk took to X, posting, "We have improved @Grok significantly. You should notice a difference when you ask Grok questions."

Turkey's Criminal Court of Peace granted the prosecutor's request to block access to Grok. &nbsp;It added that the telecom authority is also enforcing that block on internet access providers.

Grok under fire: Turkey to launch probe into Musk-owned chatbot - Here's why

The United States has only about 25% of the Patriot interceptor missiles it needs to meet all of the Pentagon’s global military plans, according to a Guardian report. The stockpile has been significantly depleted due to recent operations in the Middle East.<h2>Why did the Pentagon pause Ukraine aid?</h2>Due to the shortage, Deputy Defence Secretary Stephen Feinberg authorised a pause in weapons shipments to Ukraine. The move came after a Pentagon review raised alarm about whether the remaining missile stockpile could support US military operations if a larger conflict were to erupt.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hegseth-kept-trump-in-the-dark-again-pentagon-chief-halted-ukraine-weapons-shipment-twice-without-telling-him-1752072288641">Hegseth kept Trump in the dark again? Pentagon chief halted Ukraine weapons shipment twice without&nbsp;telling&nbsp;him</a><h2>Did Trump order the pause?</h2>Donald Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he wasn’t behind the pause. He explained that while he did ask for a review of weapons stockpiles, he never ordered the halt. During a dinner at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump said, “We’re going to send some more weapons,” without confirming if Patriot systems would be included.<h2>What led to the shortage?</h2>The crisis was accelerated by the US using Patriot missiles in the Middle East, especially to support Israel and counter Houthi attacks. After Trump’s recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, around 30 Patriot missiles were launched to intercept retaliatory ballistic missiles, further depleting supplies.<h2>Who made the final call?</h2>Although Undersecretary of Defence for Policy Elbridge Colby pushed for the freeze, sources told The Guardian he lacked the authority to do it alone. The final decision came from Feinberg, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth signing off on it. Colby had been vocal about redirecting resources from Ukraine to prepare for a possible conflict with China.<h2>Why does this matter for Ukraine?</h2>Ukraine is now facing its largest Russian aerial assault so far and relies heavily on US-supplied weapons, particularly Patriot missiles, to defend itself. Since Ukraine cannot directly order these weapons from contractors, due to long wait times and the Pentagon being a priority customer, the suspension left Kyiv highly vulnerable.Following criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump appears to have reversed some of the Pentagon’s restrictions. While it’s unclear if new shipments will include Patriot missiles, officials confirmed that defensive weapons would be sent. The shipment package also includes Hellfire missiles, GMLRS rocket artillery, and anti-tank&nbsp;weapons.

Donald Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he wasn’t behind the pause. He explained that while he did ask for a review of weapons stockpiles, he never ordered the halt.

The United States has only about 25% of the Patriot interceptor missiles it needs to meet all of the Pentagon’s global military plans, according to a Guardian report. The stockpile has been significantly depleted due to recent operations in the Middle East. Why did the Pentagon pause Ukraine aid? Due to the shortage, Deputy Defence Secretary Stephen Feinberg authorised a pause in weapons shipments to Ukraine. The move came after a Pentagon review raised alarm about whether the remaining missile stockpile could support US military operations if a larger conflict were to erupt. Also read: Hegseth kept Trump in the dark again? Pentagon chief halted Ukraine weapons shipment twice without telling him Did Trump order the pause? Donald Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he wasn’t behind the pause. He explained that while he did ask for a review of weapons stockpiles, he never ordered the halt. During a dinner at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump said, “We’re going to send some more weapons,” without confirming if Patriot systems would be included. What led to the shortage? The crisis was accelerated by the US using Patriot missiles in the Middle East, especially to support Israel and counter Houthi attacks. After Trump’s recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, around 30 Patriot missiles were launched to intercept retaliatory ballistic missiles, further depleting supplies. Who made the final call? Although Undersecretary of Defence for Policy Elbridge Colby pushed for the freeze, sources told The Guardian he lacked the authority to do it alone. The final decision came from Feinberg, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth signing off on it. Colby had been vocal about redirecting resources from Ukraine to prepare for a possible conflict with China. Why does this matter for Ukraine? Ukraine is now facing its largest Russian aerial assault so far and relies heavily on US-supplied weapons, particularly Patriot missiles, to defend itself. Since Ukraine cannot directly order these weapons from contractors, due to long wait times and the Pentagon being a priority customer, the suspension left Kyiv highly vulnerable. Following criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump appears to have reversed some of the Pentagon’s restrictions. While it’s unclear if new shipments will include Patriot missiles, officials confirmed that defensive weapons would be sent. The shipment package also includes Hellfire missiles, GMLRS rocket artillery, and anti-tank weapons.

Donald Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he wasn’t behind the pause. He explained that while he did ask for a review of weapons stockpiles, he never ordered the halt.

Is US running low on Patriot missiles? Trump vows more weapons for Ukraine even as Pentagon warns of shortages

X CEO Linda Yaccarino has stepped down from her position of the chief executive after spending two years at the helm, marking the end of a high-profile chapter for the Elon Musk-owned social media platform. In a post on X, Yaccarino, 61, said, “When @elonmusk and I first spoke of his vision for X, I knew it would be the opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company. I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me.” She did not mention any reason for deciding to quit the post.&nbsp;<h2>Yaccarino calls tenure ‘the opportunity of a lifetime’</h2>&nbsp;In the post, Yaccarino described her tenure as “the opportunity of a lifetime” and thanked Musk for entrusting her with what she called an “extraordinary mission” protecting free speech, turning the company around, and transforming X into the “Everything App.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Yaccarino, a former advertising executive and NBCUniversal veteran, joined X in June 2023 after Musk acquired Twitter and rebranded it as X. Her hiring was viewed as a strategy to stabilise the company’s advertising business, which had witnessed chaos amid Musk’s stress on more open content moderation.Under Yaccarino’s watch, X focused on rebuilding advertiser confidence and developing new products like Community Notes, a user-driven fact-checking feature, and X Money, a financial services initiative slated to launch soon.&nbsp;<h2>‘Historic business turnaround nothing short of remarkable’</h2>&nbsp;“We started with critical work to prioritise user safety—especially for children—and to restore advertiser trust,” she wrote. “The historic business turnaround we have accomplished together has been nothing short of remarkable.”&nbsp;In her post, she also highlighted X’s role as a global “digital town square” and thanked the entire team, partners, and users for their support. Her exit comes at a time when X is gearing up for its next chapter with xAI, Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, which is likely to be increasingly integrated into X’s future roadmap. Yaccarino did not disclose her next move but indicated she will continue to engage with the platform’s community.&nbsp;“I’ll be cheering you all on as you continue to change the world,” she wrote. “As always, I’ll see you on X.”\&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Musk reacts to Linda’s exit announcement</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;Elon Musk also reacted to Linda's resignation and said in the comment section of her post on X, “Thank you for your contributions.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">After two incredible years, I’ve decided to step down as CEO of 𝕏. When <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@elonmusk</a> and I first spoke of his vision for X, I knew it would be the opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company. I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me…&mdash; Linda Yaccarino (@lindayaX) <a href="https://twitter.com/lindayaX/status/1942957094811951197?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Thank you for your contributions&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1942967206993961124?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Yaccarino, a former advertising executive and NBCUniversal veteran, joined X in June 2023 after Musk rebranded Twitter as X. Her hiring was viewed as a strategy to stabilise the company’s advertising business, which had witnessed chaos amid Musk’s stress on more open content moderation.

X CEO Linda Yaccarino has stepped down from her position of the chief executive after spending two years at the helm, marking the end of a high-profile chapter for the Elon Musk-owned social media platform. In a post on X, Yaccarino, 61, said, “When @elonmusk and I first spoke of his vision for X, I knew it would be the opportunity of a lifetime to carry out the extraordinary mission of this company. I’m immensely grateful to him for entrusting me.” She did not mention any reason for deciding to quit the post. Yaccarino calls tenure ‘the opportunity of a lifetime’ In the post, Yaccarino described her tenure as “the opportunity of a lifetime” and thanked Musk for entrusting her with what she called an “extraordinary mission” protecting free speech, turning the company around, and transforming X into the “Everything App.” Yaccarino, a former advertising executive and NBCUniversal veteran, joined X in June 2023 after Musk acquired Twitter and rebranded it as X. Her hiring was viewed as a strategy to stabilise the company’s advertising business, which had witnessed chaos amid Musk’s stress on more open content moderation. Under Yaccarino’s watch, X focused on rebuilding advertiser confidence and developing new products like Community Notes, a user-driven fact-checking feature, and X Money, a financial services initiative slated to launch soon. ‘Historic business turnaround nothing short of remarkable’ “We started with critical work to prioritise user safety—especially for children—and to restore advertiser trust,” she wrote. “The historic business turnaround we have accomplished together has been nothing short of remarkable.” In her post, she also highlighted X’s role as a global “digital town square” and thanked the entire team, partners, and users for their support. Her exit comes at a time when X is gearing up for its next chapter with xAI, Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, which is likely to be increasingly integrated into X’s future roadmap. Yaccarino did not disclose her next move but indicated she will continue to engage with the platform’s community. “I’ll be cheering you all on as you continue to change the world,” she wrote. “As always, I’ll see you on X.”\ Musk reacts to Linda’s exit announcement Elon Musk also reacted to Linda's resignation and said in the comment section of her post on X, “Thank you for your contributions.”

Yaccarino, a former advertising executive and NBCUniversal veteran, joined X in June 2023 after Musk rebranded Twitter as X. Her hiring was viewed as a strategy to stabilise the company’s advertising business, which had witnessed chaos amid Musk’s stress on more open content moderation.

Linda Yaccarino steps down as CEO of Elon Musk’s X after two years

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (July 9) met Pope Leo XIV at the papal residence of Castel Gandolfo near Rome. As the two met amid ongoing Russian attacks, Pope offered to hold negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Vatican. The two discussed the ongoing conflict and the urgent need for a just and lasting peace.“During the cordial conversation, the importance of dialogue as the preferred means of ending hostilities was reaffirmed," the Vatican said in a statement."The Holy Father expressed his sorrow for the victims and renewed his prayers and closeness to the Ukrainian people, encouraging every effort aimed at the release of prisoners and the search for shared solutions," the statement added.It added that the Pope reiterated his willingness to welcome representatives of Russia and Ukraine to the Vatican for negotiations.<h2>Russia rejected the offer</h2>Earlier, Russia had rejected the offer from the Pope. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that it would not be appropriate for two Orthodox Christian countries to hold talks there.The Ukrainian president is currently on a visit to Rome, to attend the fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference, which will be held on Thursday and Friday.Zelensky, while speaking to reporters after meeting Pope, said that he thanked him for his efforts to help reunite children taken by Russia after the war began in 2022.Leo has been criticising Russia's war on Ukraine, calling it a "senseless war". “It is not easy to find words of consolation for the families who have lost loved ones in this senseless war,” he told the bishops who visited last week.<h2>Major attack on Ukraine</h2>Earlier this morning, Zelensky said that Russia attempted to strike 741 targets with 728 drones and 13 missiles. Zelensky said that the attack comes precisely at a time when efforts are being made to achieve peace in the region and establish a ceasefire, adding that Russia continues "to rebuff them all."He added that Russia’s continuing aggression is “yet another proof of the need for sanctions–biting sanctions against oil, which has been fueling Moscow’s war machine with money for over three years of the war.

Pope expressed his sorrow for the victims and renewed his prayers and closeness to the Ukrainian people, encouraging every effort aimed at the release of prisoners and the search for shared solutions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (July 9) met Pope Leo XIV at the papal residence of Castel Gandolfo near Rome. As the two met amid ongoing Russian attacks, Pope offered to hold negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Vatican. The two discussed the ongoing conflict and the urgent need for a just and lasting peace. “During the cordial conversation, the importance of dialogue as the preferred means of ending hostilities was reaffirmed," the Vatican said in a statement. "The Holy Father expressed his sorrow for the victims and renewed his prayers and closeness to the Ukrainian people, encouraging every effort aimed at the release of prisoners and the search for shared solutions," the statement added. It added that the Pope reiterated his willingness to welcome representatives of Russia and Ukraine to the Vatican for negotiations. Russia rejected the offer Earlier, Russia had rejected the offer from the Pope. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that it would not be appropriate for two Orthodox Christian countries to hold talks there. The Ukrainian president is currently on a visit to Rome, to attend the fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference, which will be held on Thursday and Friday. Zelensky, while speaking to reporters after meeting Pope, said that he thanked him for his efforts to help reunite children taken by Russia after the war began in 2022. Leo has been criticising Russia's war on Ukraine, calling it a "senseless war". “It is not easy to find words of consolation for the families who have lost loved ones in this senseless war,” he told the bishops who visited last week. Major attack on Ukraine Earlier this morning, Zelensky said that Russia attempted to strike 741 targets with 728 drones and 13 missiles. Zelensky said that the attack comes precisely at a time when efforts are being made to achieve peace in the region and establish a ceasefire, adding that Russia continues "to rebuff them all." He added that Russia’s continuing aggression is “yet another proof of the need for sanctions–biting sanctions against oil, which has been fueling Moscow’s war machine with money for over three years of the war.

Pope expressed his sorrow for the victims and renewed his prayers and closeness to the Ukrainian people, encouraging every effort aimed at the release of prisoners and the search for shared solutions.

Pope to hold Russia-Ukraine peace talks? Vatican announces as Zelensky meets him amid Russia's biggest attack

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed a pause in American weapons shipments to Ukraine last week, without informing the White House, CNN reported, citing multiple sources familiar with the situation. The surprise move sparked internal confusion and urgent efforts within the Trump administration to manage backlash from both Congress and Ukrainian officials.President Donald Trump made it clear on Tuesday that he had not ordered the halt. Asked directly during a Cabinet meeting if he approved the pause, Trump replied, “I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-don-t-know-why-don-t-you-tell-me-trump-roasts-reporter-over-ukraine-weapons-pause-did-hegseth-or-someone-else-make-the-call-1751997288414">'I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?': Trump roasts reporter over Ukraine weapons pause – Did Hegseth or someone else&nbsp;make&nbsp;the&nbsp;call?</a><h2>Not the first time Hegseth froze shipments</h2>This is reportedly the second time this year that Hegseth has unilaterally decided to stop military aid to Ukraine, both times leaving senior officials out of the loop. A similar decision in February was reversed quickly, just like this latest one.CNN reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and retired General Keith Kellogg, now the special envoy to Ukraine, were also not informed of the latest pause and only found out through press reports.<h2>Pentagon defends move</h2>Pentagon press secretary Kingsley Wilson told CNN, “Secretary Hegseth provided a framework for the President to evaluate military aid shipments and assess existing stockpiles. This effort was coordinated across government.” However, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified, “The Pentagon conducted a review to ensure all support going to all foreign nations aligns with America’s interests,” and added that President Trump “has made the decision to continue providing defensive weapons to Ukraine.” She also said that Trump “has full confidence in the Secretary of Defense.”<h2>Trump tells Pentagon to resume at least some shipments</h2>Soon after learning of the unauthorised pause, Trump reportedly instructed Hegseth to resume at least part of the aid, particularly the interceptor missiles for Ukraine’s Patriot defence systems. A senior official told CNN the munitions were already in Poland and ready for quick delivery to Kyiv. The weapons had been allocated by the previous administration and were already en route when the pause took effect.Trump reiterated his stance during Tuesday’s White House remarks, “The Ukrainians… they were very brave, because somebody had to operate that stuff.” Despite previous warmth towards Russian President Vladimir Putin, sources told CNN that Trump has recently become more sceptical. He is reportedly less inclined to halt Ukraine aid and give Russia any advantage, especially as Putin appears unwilling to engage in peace negotiations. “We get a lot of bulls**t thrown at us by Putin,” Trump said. “It’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.”<h2>Who actually made the call to pause shipments?</h2>The pause appears to have been influenced by Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby. Known for his scepticism of Ukraine aid, Colby advised a temporary stop, citing concerns about US stockpile depletion. Colby passed his recommendation to Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg, who agreed. Hegseth then signed off, reportedly believing it matched Trump’s “America First” approach, even though the president had not ordered it.

This is reportedly the second time this year that Hegseth has unilaterally decided to stop military aid to Ukraine, both times leaving senior officials out of the loop. A similar decision in February was reversed quickly, just like this latest one.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed a pause in American weapons shipments to Ukraine last week, without informing the White House, CNN reported, citing multiple sources familiar with the situation. The surprise move sparked internal confusion and urgent efforts within the Trump administration to manage backlash from both Congress and Ukrainian officials. President Donald Trump made it clear on Tuesday that he had not ordered the halt. Asked directly during a Cabinet meeting if he approved the pause, Trump replied, “I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?” Also read: 'I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?': Trump roasts reporter over Ukraine weapons pause – Did Hegseth or someone else make the call? Not the first time Hegseth froze shipments This is reportedly the second time this year that Hegseth has unilaterally decided to stop military aid to Ukraine, both times leaving senior officials out of the loop. A similar decision in February was reversed quickly, just like this latest one. CNN reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and retired General Keith Kellogg, now the special envoy to Ukraine, were also not informed of the latest pause and only found out through press reports. Pentagon defends move Pentagon press secretary Kingsley Wilson told CNN, “Secretary Hegseth provided a framework for the President to evaluate military aid shipments and assess existing stockpiles. This effort was coordinated across government.” However, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified, “The Pentagon conducted a review to ensure all support going to all foreign nations aligns with America’s interests,” and added that President Trump “has made the decision to continue providing defensive weapons to Ukraine.” She also said that Trump “has full confidence in the Secretary of Defense.” Trump tells Pentagon to resume at least some shipments Soon after learning of the unauthorised pause, Trump reportedly instructed Hegseth to resume at least part of the aid, particularly the interceptor missiles for Ukraine’s Patriot defence systems. A senior official told CNN the munitions were already in Poland and ready for quick delivery to Kyiv. The weapons had been allocated by the previous administration and were already en route when the pause took effect. Trump reiterated his stance during Tuesday’s White House remarks, “The Ukrainians… they were very brave, because somebody had to operate that stuff.” Despite previous warmth towards Russian President Vladimir Putin, sources told CNN that Trump has recently become more sceptical. He is reportedly less inclined to halt Ukraine aid and give Russia any advantage, especially as Putin appears unwilling to engage in peace negotiations. “We get a lot of bulls**t thrown at us by Putin,” Trump said. “It’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” Who actually made the call to pause shipments? The pause appears to have been influenced by Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby. Known for his scepticism of Ukraine aid, Colby advised a temporary stop, citing concerns about US stockpile depletion. Colby passed his recommendation to Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg, who agreed. Hegseth then signed off, reportedly believing it matched Trump’s “America First” approach, even though the president had not ordered it.

This is reportedly the second time this year that Hegseth has unilaterally decided to stop military aid to Ukraine, both times leaving senior officials out of the loop. A similar decision in February was reversed quickly, just like this latest one.

Hegseth kept Trump in the dark again? Pentagon chief halted Ukraine weapons shipment twice without telling him

Israel’s foreign minister expressed optimism on Wednesday about reaching a ceasefire and hostage-release deal in Gaza, saying it is ‘achievable’ and added that if a temporary truce is sealed, Israel would negotiate on a permanent end to the hostilities. “Israel is serious in its will to reach a hostage deal and a ceasefire. I believe it’s achievable. If a temporary ceasefire is achieved, we will negotiate on a permanent ceasefire,” Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar told a press conference in Bratislava with his Slovakian counterpart. Sa’ar said Israel would negotiate a permanent ceasefire with Hamas in the Gaza Strip if an agreement is reached on a temporary truce.&nbsp;“If a temporary ceasefire is reached, we are willing to negotiate a permanent one,” Sa’ar said while speaking at a joint press conference in Bratislava alongside his Slovak counterpart Juraj Blanár.&nbsp;Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has until now refused to enter talks over an end to the Gaza war until Hamas is defeated.&nbsp;“Israel is serious in its intent to reach a hostage deal and a ceasefire in Gaza. I believe it is achievable,” Sa’ar added pointing to the fact that Israel “sent a delegation to negotiate in Doha and said yes to [United States] Special Envoy [Steve] Witkoff’s proposal,” which would see a 60-day truce in exchange for the release of about half of the hostages in Gaza in its first phase.&nbsp;Indirect ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas are going on this week in Doha, in parallel to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, where Israel and the US are intensifying efforts to reach a deal.&nbsp;Sa’ar emphasised that “Hamas still holds 50 of our hostages” and that the war “can end tomorrow if Hamas releases them and lays down its weapons.”He denied the allegation of Israel pointlessly prolonging the war and said, “We are committed to our war objectives—but war itself is not our objective. We always prefer to achieve our goals through diplomatic means. But it must be clear: Hamas is not only responsible for initiating this war but also for its continuation. Pressure must be applied to Hamas.”

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar emphasised that “Hamas still holds 50 of our hostages” and that the war “can end tomorrow if Hamas releases them and lays down its weapons.” He denied the allegation of Israel pointlessly prolonging the war.

Israel’s foreign minister expressed optimism on Wednesday about reaching a ceasefire and hostage-release deal in Gaza, saying it is ‘achievable’ and added that if a temporary truce is sealed, Israel would negotiate on a permanent end to the hostilities. “Israel is serious in its will to reach a hostage deal and a ceasefire. I believe it’s achievable. If a temporary ceasefire is achieved, we will negotiate on a permanent ceasefire,” Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar told a press conference in Bratislava with his Slovakian counterpart. Sa’ar said Israel would negotiate a permanent ceasefire with Hamas in the Gaza Strip if an agreement is reached on a temporary truce. “If a temporary ceasefire is reached, we are willing to negotiate a permanent one,” Sa’ar said while speaking at a joint press conference in Bratislava alongside his Slovak counterpart Juraj Blanár. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has until now refused to enter talks over an end to the Gaza war until Hamas is defeated. “Israel is serious in its intent to reach a hostage deal and a ceasefire in Gaza. I believe it is achievable,” Sa’ar added pointing to the fact that Israel “sent a delegation to negotiate in Doha and said yes to [United States] Special Envoy [Steve] Witkoff’s proposal,” which would see a 60-day truce in exchange for the release of about half of the hostages in Gaza in its first phase. Indirect ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas are going on this week in Doha, in parallel to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, where Israel and the US are intensifying efforts to reach a deal. Sa’ar emphasised that “Hamas still holds 50 of our hostages” and that the war “can end tomorrow if Hamas releases them and lays down its weapons.” He denied the allegation of Israel pointlessly prolonging the war and said, “We are committed to our war objectives—but war itself is not our objective. We always prefer to achieve our goals through diplomatic means. But it must be clear: Hamas is not only responsible for initiating this war but also for its continuation. Pressure must be applied to Hamas.”

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar emphasised that “Hamas still holds 50 of our hostages” and that the war “can end tomorrow if Hamas releases them and lays down its weapons.” He denied the allegation of Israel pointlessly prolonging the war.

Israel ‘serious’ for Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal, it’s ‘achievable’: Foreign Minister

Emirates has signed a deal with Crypto.com, which will allow customers to make payments using crypto trading platforms payment services. The Gulf carrier is expecting to include 'younger, tech-savvy customers' in its market segment. The parent company of Emirates, the Emirates Group, said in a statement on Wednesday that it had signed a deal with Crypto.com.The partnership is expected to further boost the regional and global tourism of Dubai, as well as putting it right at the forefront of the digital currency revolution. With the partnership, Emirates wants to tap into the customer segments who prefer digital currencies. Recently, Dubai Duty Free has also entered into an MoU with Crypto.com to enable digital asset payments in both physical stores and online platforms. Dubai Duty Free, one of the largest duty-free retailers in the world, serves millions of international travellers passing through Dubai International Airport annually.&nbsp;The UAE has become a hub of crypto companies in recent years, with several start-ups propping up across the nation, with more than 650 crypto firms in the free zone of DMCC, in Dubai. It has already allowed payment by cryptocurrencies in areas like real estate, school fees and transportation. Notably, Dubai set up VARA, a watchdog for regulating digital assets, in 2022.This partnership reinforces Dubai’s reputation as a global leader in innovation and technology, but also reinforces the emirate’s ongoing efforts under the D33 Agenda.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Emirates has signed a deal with Crypto.com to allow younger and tech-savvy customers to pay for its services using digital currencies. 

Emirates has signed a deal with Crypto.com, which will allow customers to make payments using crypto trading platforms payment services. The Gulf carrier is expecting to include 'younger, tech-savvy customers' in its market segment. The parent company of Emirates, the Emirates Group, said in a statement on Wednesday that it had signed a deal with Crypto.com. The partnership is expected to further boost the regional and global tourism of Dubai, as well as putting it right at the forefront of the digital currency revolution. With the partnership, Emirates wants to tap into the customer segments who prefer digital currencies. Recently, Dubai Duty Free has also entered into an MoU with Crypto.com to enable digital asset payments in both physical stores and online platforms. Dubai Duty Free, one of the largest duty-free retailers in the world, serves millions of international travellers passing through Dubai International Airport annually. The UAE has become a hub of crypto companies in recent years, with several start-ups propping up across the nation, with more than 650 crypto firms in the free zone of DMCC, in Dubai. It has already allowed payment by cryptocurrencies in areas like real estate, school fees and transportation. Notably, Dubai set up VARA, a watchdog for regulating digital assets, in 2022. This partnership reinforces Dubai’s reputation as a global leader in innovation and technology, but also reinforces the emirate’s ongoing efforts under the D33 Agenda.

Emirates has signed a deal with Crypto.com to allow younger and tech-savvy customers to pay for its services using digital currencies.&nbsp;

Dubai's Emirates embraces crypto payements for 'younger, tech-savvy customers'

Fighter jets are considered as fastest, powerful, and built for air combat. Avoiding radar detection, it can also fly at high speeds and carry advanced weapons. Modern jets use stealth technology, smart sensors, and sometimes even artificial intelligence. These features help pilots spot enemies first and strike quickly. Fighter jets are designed for certain roles and missions, and it is important to excel in those areas for which it was built.In order to be considered for the list of the best fighter jets in 2025, these aircraft need to be operational and in service. Topping the list, Russia-based aircraft, the Su-57, scored highly on agility and stealth, as it costs just $50 million a unit, which is the least expensive fighter jet that air forces of any country can acquire, according to a report in Aero Time.<h3>Here is the list of the world's top 10 best fighter jets:</h3><h3>10. Dassault Rafale</h3>It is a versatile French-based multirole fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation, which features a delta wing and canard configuration, offering high manoeuvrability. This fighter jet is powered by two Snecma M88 engines, which can achieve speeds up to Mach 1.8 (approximately 2,222 km/h) with a range of 3,700 km. It can also carry a wide array of weapons, including laser-guided bombs and SCALP missiles. Over 500 units have been ordered globally, with recent contracts from India and Croatia.<h3>9. Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet</h3>The Boeing F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet are a series of American supersonic twin-engine, carrier-capable, multirole fighter aircraft derived from the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 has been in service in various forms since 1978.The latest iteration of this series is the Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, a 21st-century-compatible version that has more range, more payload and requires very less maintenance hours than the original Hornet. This series of Super hornet can reach a speed up to Mach 1.8.<h3>8. Eurofighter Typhoon</h3>It is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter developed by a consortium of European nations, including the UK, Spain, Germany, and Italy. The aircraft, featuring a delta wing and canard design, provides excellent agility and is powered by two Eurojet EJ200 engines, which can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,495 km/h) and with a range of 2,900 km.<h3>7. Sukhoi Su-35</h3>The Sukhoi Su-35 remains one of the most formidable 4th-generation fighters in the world. Its exceptional agility is enabled by two-plane thrust vectoring, making it the only production aircraft to use this technology.The Su-35 carries a generous weapons load of over 17,000 lbs, and this, along with its electronic warfare systems, infrared search and track (IRST) sensor, and high speed of Mach 2.25, makes it a credible force in both defensive and offensive missions. With more than 100 units currently in service and exports to countries like China and Egypt, the Su-35 is a key pillar of Russia’s tactical airpower in 2025.<h3>6. General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon</h3>It is the most advanced 4th-generation fighter ever built, which brings a new level of capability to air forces around the world. This fighter has Northrop Grumman’s advanced APG-83 AESA radar, which provides flexibility and quicker all-weather targeting and leverages pilots with remarkable target area detail and digital map technology that can be tailored with slew and zoom features.<h3>5. Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor</h3>It is a fifth-generation stealth fighter developed for the US Air Force which combines stealth, supercruise, and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Pratt &amp; Whitney F119 engines, and speeds up to Mach 2.25 (approximately 2,410 km/h) and also has a range of 3,000 km.<h3>4. Boeing F-15EX Eagle II</h3>The US-based fighter jet 'Boeing F-15EX Eagle II' is an advanced version of the F-15, which retains the F-15's proven design while incorporating modern avionics, including the APG-82 AESA radar and digital fly-by-wire controls.It is powered by two Pratt &amp; Whitney F100 engines, which reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (approximately 3,100 km/h) and has a range of 3,450 km. This aircraft can carry up to 22 air-to-air missiles, which marks the highest payload as compared to any fighter.<h3>3. Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon</h3>The Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon is the fifth-generation stealth fighter of China, which is developed by Chengdu Aerospace Corporation. The fighter jet features stealth design, long-range capabilities and advanced avionics. It can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 5,926 km.<h2>2. Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II</h2>A family of fifth-generation stealth multirole fighters II developed for the US and allied nations comes in three variants: F-35A (conventional takeoff), F-35B (short takeoff/vertical landing), and F-35C (carrier-based). It is powered by a single Pratt &amp; Whitney F135 engine, which reaches speeds up to Mach 1.6 (approximately 1,975 km/h) and has a range of 2,222 km. The F-35 features advanced sensor fusion, the AN/APG-81 AESA radar, and the Distributed Aperture System (DAS).&nbsp;<h3>1. Sukhoi Su-57 Felon</h3>The Russian-made Su-57 has been designed for agility, weapons payload and stealth capability. It was designed with the focus to manage all this technology into an aircraft that costs far less than any other advanced fighter, estimating the cost per unit at just $35-$50 million.It is the first fifth-generation stealth fighter of Russia, which is developed by Sukhoi. This aircraft features stealth shaping, supercruise capability, and advanced avionics.&nbsp;It is powered by two Saturn AL-41F1 engines that enable the aircraft to reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 3,500 km. The Su-57 has the N036 Belka radar system and carrying capacity with a variety of weapons internally to maintain stealth.&nbsp;<h3> &nbsp;</h3>

There are several fighter jets in the world which are designed by different nations based on their need for cross-border security and threats from enemy nations. Here is the list of the top 10 fighters based on their capability and advanced technology, which are designed at a low cost.

Fighter jets are considered as fastest, powerful, and built for air combat. Avoiding radar detection, it can also fly at high speeds and carry advanced weapons. Modern jets use stealth technology, smart sensors, and sometimes even artificial intelligence. These features help pilots spot enemies first and strike quickly. Fighter jets are designed for certain roles and missions, and it is important to excel in those areas for which it was built. In order to be considered for the list of the best fighter jets in 2025, these aircraft need to be operational and in service. Topping the list, Russia-based aircraft, the Su-57, scored highly on agility and stealth, as it costs just $50 million a unit, which is the least expensive fighter jet that air forces of any country can acquire, according to a report in Aero Time. Here is the list of the world's top 10 best fighter jets: 10. Dassault Rafale It is a versatile French-based multirole fighter jet developed by Dassault Aviation, which features a delta wing and canard configuration, offering high manoeuvrability. This fighter jet is powered by two Snecma M88 engines, which can achieve speeds up to Mach 1.8 (approximately 2,222 km/h) with a range of 3,700 km. It can also carry a wide array of weapons, including laser-guided bombs and SCALP missiles. Over 500 units have been ordered globally, with recent contracts from India and Croatia. 9. Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet The Boeing F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet are a series of American supersonic twin-engine, carrier-capable, multirole fighter aircraft derived from the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. The F/A-18 has been in service in various forms since 1978. The latest iteration of this series is the Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, a 21st-century-compatible version that has more range, more payload and requires very less maintenance hours than the original Hornet. This series of Super hornet can reach a speed up to Mach 1.8. 8. Eurofighter Typhoon It is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter developed by a consortium of European nations, including the UK, Spain, Germany, and Italy. The aircraft, featuring a delta wing and canard design, provides excellent agility and is powered by two Eurojet EJ200 engines, which can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,495 km/h) and with a range of 2,900 km. 7. Sukhoi Su-35 The Sukhoi Su-35 remains one of the most formidable 4th-generation fighters in the world. Its exceptional agility is enabled by two-plane thrust vectoring, making it the only production aircraft to use this technology. The Su-35 carries a generous weapons load of over 17,000 lbs, and this, along with its electronic warfare systems, infrared search and track (IRST) sensor, and high speed of Mach 2.25, makes it a credible force in both defensive and offensive missions. With more than 100 units currently in service and exports to countries like China and Egypt, the Su-35 is a key pillar of Russia’s tactical airpower in 2025. 6. General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon It is the most advanced 4th-generation fighter ever built, which brings a new level of capability to air forces around the world. This fighter has Northrop Grumman’s advanced APG-83 AESA radar, which provides flexibility and quicker all-weather targeting and leverages pilots with remarkable target area detail and digital map technology that can be tailored with slew and zoom features. 5. Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor It is a fifth-generation stealth fighter developed for the US Air Force which combines stealth, supercruise, and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney F119 engines, and speeds up to Mach 2.25 (approximately 2,410 km/h) and also has a range of 3,000 km. 4. Boeing F-15EX Eagle II The US-based fighter jet 'Boeing F-15EX Eagle II' is an advanced version of the F-15, which retains the F-15's proven design while incorporating modern avionics, including the APG-82 AESA radar and digital fly-by-wire controls. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney F100 engines, which reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (approximately 3,100 km/h) and has a range of 3,450 km. This aircraft can carry up to 22 air-to-air missiles, which marks the highest payload as compared to any fighter. 3. Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon The Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon is the fifth-generation stealth fighter of China, which is developed by Chengdu Aerospace Corporation. The fighter jet features stealth design, long-range capabilities and advanced avionics. It can reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 5,926 km. 2. Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II A family of fifth-generation stealth multirole fighters II developed for the US and allied nations comes in three variants: F-35A (conventional takeoff), F-35B (short takeoff/vertical landing), and F-35C (carrier-based). It is powered by a single Pratt & Whitney F135 engine, which reaches speeds up to Mach 1.6 (approximately 1,975 km/h) and has a range of 2,222 km. The F-35 features advanced sensor fusion, the AN/APG-81 AESA radar, and the Distributed Aperture System (DAS). 1. Sukhoi Su-57 Felon The Russian-made Su-57 has been designed for agility, weapons payload and stealth capability. It was designed with the focus to manage all this technology into an aircraft that costs far less than any other advanced fighter, estimating the cost per unit at just $35-$50 million. It is the first fifth-generation stealth fighter of Russia, which is developed by Sukhoi. This aircraft features stealth shaping, supercruise capability, and advanced avionics. It is powered by two Saturn AL-41F1 engines that enable the aircraft to reach speeds up to Mach 2 (approximately 2,470 km/h) and has a range of 3,500 km. The Su-57 has the N036 Belka radar system and carrying capacity with a variety of weapons internally to maintain stealth.

There are several fighter jets in the world which are designed by different nations based on their need for cross-border security and threats from enemy nations. Here is the list of the top 10 fighters based on their capability and advanced technology, which are designed at a low cost.

The ultimate aerial powerhouses revealed: Meet the top 10 best fighter jets in the world for 2025

Earth recorded its shortest day in history, scientists say, and even shorter days are coming. This summer, Earth is spinning unusually fast. Our planet completed a full rotation in slightly under 24 hours, 1.3 milliseconds faster than the standard. According to the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service (IERS), July 22 and August 5 are expected to be similarly short.The reason is a complex interplay of geophysical forces. Experts point to a shift in the Earth's core, climate change-induced glacial melting, seismic activity, and even strong ocean tides as contributors to this acceleration. The phenomenon is known as “Chandler wobble”, a small irregular movement of Earth's geographical poles.“It’s a reminder,” said a geophysicist from the International Earth Rotation Service, “that our planet is not a static ball but a dynamic system constantly in flux.”&nbsp;<h2>Some Scientists say, ‘blame the moon’</h2>Scientists say this is also a result of the moon's position; when it is closer to the Moon, it rotates faster, when it's further away from the Moon, it slows down. The moon has always affected our Earth's spin through tidal braking, where our Moon's gravitational pull causes our planet to bulge. This deformation also slowly pulls away momentum from the Earth's rotation, causing our planet to slow down by 2 milliseconds every century.&nbsp;“It’s not a huge change in the Earth’s rotation that’s going to lead to some catastrophe or anything, but it is something notable,” said Duncan Agnew, a geophysicist at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego.While the difference might be imperceptible to our human life, it resulted in IERS skipping a leap second in 2025, and may have to take back one leap second in 2029. But it is apparent that our planet has slowed down a little bit&nbsp; &nbsp;

The shortest ever day on Earth is recorded today, with Earth rotating 1.3 milliseconds faster than the standard time, scientists predicting even shorter days coming. 

Earth recorded its shortest day in history, scientists say, and even shorter days are coming. This summer, Earth is spinning unusually fast. Our planet completed a full rotation in slightly under 24 hours, 1.3 milliseconds faster than the standard. According to the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service (IERS), July 22 and August 5 are expected to be similarly short. The reason is a complex interplay of geophysical forces. Experts point to a shift in the Earth's core, climate change-induced glacial melting, seismic activity, and even strong ocean tides as contributors to this acceleration. The phenomenon is known as “Chandler wobble”, a small irregular movement of Earth's geographical poles. “It’s a reminder,” said a geophysicist from the International Earth Rotation Service, “that our planet is not a static ball but a dynamic system constantly in flux.” Some Scientists say, ‘blame the moon’ Scientists say this is also a result of the moon's position; when it is closer to the Moon, it rotates faster, when it's further away from the Moon, it slows down. The moon has always affected our Earth's spin through tidal braking, where our Moon's gravitational pull causes our planet to bulge. This deformation also slowly pulls away momentum from the Earth's rotation, causing our planet to slow down by 2 milliseconds every century. “It’s not a huge change in the Earth’s rotation that’s going to lead to some catastrophe or anything, but it is something notable,” said Duncan Agnew, a geophysicist at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego. While the difference might be imperceptible to our human life, it resulted in IERS skipping a leap second in 2025, and may have to take back one leap second in 2029. But it is apparent that our planet has slowed down a little bit

The shortest ever day on Earth is recorded today, with Earth rotating 1.3 milliseconds faster than the standard time, scientists predicting even shorter days coming.&nbsp;

Today was the shortest day ever recorded, even shorter days are coming

Europe’s top human rights court said in its rulings on Wednesday that Russia violated international law in Ukraine—the first time an international court has found Moscow responsible for human rights abuses since the full-scale invasion in 2022—and that Russia was behind the downing of Flight MH17, the first time Moscow was named by an international court as being responsible for the 2014 tragedy that claimed 298 lives. The judges at European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg are ruling on four cases brought by Ukraine and the Netherlands against Russia, including the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 and a wide range of human rights violations since the start of the war and the kidnapping of Ukrainian children.The human rights court delivered two rulings on Wednesday, stating in the first that Russia violated international law during the Ukraine War, and that Russia was behind the downing of Flight MH17 in the second.&nbsp;<h2>Rulings separate from criminal prosecution in the Netherlands</h2>&nbsp;The rulings by the court in Strasbourg are separate from a criminal prosecution in the Netherlands in which two Russians and a Ukrainian rebel were convicted in absentia of multiple murders for their roles in the downing of Flight MH17.&nbsp;The Boeing 777 flying from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur was shot down on July 17, 2014, using a Russian-made Buk missile fired from eastern Ukraine territory controlled by separatist rebels. All 298 passengers and crew were killed, including 196 Dutch citizens.&nbsp;In May, the UN’s aviation agency found Russia responsible for the disaster. The ECHR is an important part of the Council of Europe, which is the continent’s foremost human rights institution. Russia was expelled from the council over Moscow’s invasion and war in Ukraine. However, the court can still deal with cases against Russia dating from before its expulsion.&nbsp;In 2023, the judges sided with Ukraine and the Netherlands and held that there was sufficient evidence to show areas in eastern Ukraine controlled by separatist rebels were “under the jurisdiction of the Russian Federation” which was providing weapons and giving political and economic support.&nbsp;<h2>‘It’s an important milestone in our 11-year quest for justice’&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Families of the MH17 disaster victims see the decision as an important milestone in their 11-year quest for justice. “It’s a real step in understanding who was really responsible,” said Thomas Schansman, who lost his 18-year-old son, Quinn, in the tragedy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kyiv has other cases pending against Russia before the court in Strasbourg, and there are nearly 10,000 cases brought by individuals against the Kremlin.Last month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky formally approved plans to set up a new international court to prosecute senior Russian officials for the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.In 2022, the United Nations’ top court ordered Russia to stop military operations in Ukraine while a case is heard, a process that takes years. Russia has flouted the order by the International Court of Justice.

In 2022, the United Nations’ top court ordered Russia to stop military operations in Ukraine while a case is heard. Russia flouted the order by the ICJ. Last month, President Zelensky approved plans to set up a new international court to prosecute senior Russian officials.

Europe’s top human rights court said in its rulings on Wednesday that Russia violated international law in Ukraine—the first time an international court has found Moscow responsible for human rights abuses since the full-scale invasion in 2022—and that Russia was behind the downing of Flight MH17, the first time Moscow was named by an international court as being responsible for the 2014 tragedy that claimed 298 lives. The judges at European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg are ruling on four cases brought by Ukraine and the Netherlands against Russia, including the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 and a wide range of human rights violations since the start of the war and the kidnapping of Ukrainian children. The human rights court delivered two rulings on Wednesday, stating in the first that Russia violated international law during the Ukraine War, and that Russia was behind the downing of Flight MH17 in the second. Rulings separate from criminal prosecution in the Netherlands The rulings by the court in Strasbourg are separate from a criminal prosecution in the Netherlands in which two Russians and a Ukrainian rebel were convicted in absentia of multiple murders for their roles in the downing of Flight MH17. The Boeing 777 flying from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur was shot down on July 17, 2014, using a Russian-made Buk missile fired from eastern Ukraine territory controlled by separatist rebels. All 298 passengers and crew were killed, including 196 Dutch citizens. In May, the UN’s aviation agency found Russia responsible for the disaster. The ECHR is an important part of the Council of Europe, which is the continent’s foremost human rights institution. Russia was expelled from the council over Moscow’s invasion and war in Ukraine. However, the court can still deal with cases against Russia dating from before its expulsion. In 2023, the judges sided with Ukraine and the Netherlands and held that there was sufficient evidence to show areas in eastern Ukraine controlled by separatist rebels were “under the jurisdiction of the Russian Federation” which was providing weapons and giving political and economic support. ‘It’s an important milestone in our 11-year quest for justice’ Families of the MH17 disaster victims see the decision as an important milestone in their 11-year quest for justice. “It’s a real step in understanding who was really responsible,” said Thomas Schansman, who lost his 18-year-old son, Quinn, in the tragedy. Kyiv has other cases pending against Russia before the court in Strasbourg, and there are nearly 10,000 cases brought by individuals against the Kremlin. Last month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky formally approved plans to set up a new international court to prosecute senior Russian officials for the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. In 2022, the United Nations’ top court ordered Russia to stop military operations in Ukraine while a case is heard, a process that takes years. Russia has flouted the order by the International Court of Justice.

In 2022, the United Nations’ top court ordered Russia to stop military operations in Ukraine while a case is heard. Russia flouted the order by the ICJ. Last month, President Zelensky approved plans to set up a new international court to prosecute senior Russian officials.

Europe’s top human rights court rules Russia violated international law in Ukraine, caused MH17 crash

Israel's military said on Wednesday (July 9) its troops entered southern Lebanon as part of targeted operations to dismantle infrastructure belonging to the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. "Following intelligence information and the identification of Hezbollah weapons and terrorist infrastructure in several areas of southern Lebanon, the soldiers launched special, targeted operations to dismantle them and prevent Hezbollah from reestablishing itself in the area," an army statement said.&nbsp;&nbsp;The military did not immediately respond to an AFP request for comment on whether this was the first time Israeli troops had operated on the ground in Lebanon since a November ceasefire. But the army shared a video captioned "footage from a targeted nighttime operation of the 9th Brigade in southern Lebanon", showing troops walking on the ground.&nbsp;&nbsp;AFP was unable to verify the footage, the time or location it was shot. &nbsp;The army statement said the 9th Brigade was in the Labbouneh area, just over the border. Troops from the 300th Brigade operated in the Jabal Blat area further west, also within sight of the frontier.&nbsp;&nbsp;Despite a November truce with Hezbollah, Israel has kept up its strikes on Lebanon, mainly saying it is targeting the group's sites and operatives but also occasionally members of their Palestinian ally Hamas. The November 27 ceasefire sought to end more than a year of hostilities with Hezbollah, including two months of all-out war that left the group severely weakened.&nbsp;Under the ceasefire deal, Hezbollah was to pull its fighters back north of the Litani river, about 30 kilometres (20 miles) from the Israeli border, leaving the Lebanese army and United Nations peacekeepers as the only armed parties in the region. Israel was required to fully withdraw its troops from the country but has kept them in five places it deems strategic.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Israel army says launched special targeted operations in south Lebanon

Israel's military said on Wednesday (July 9) its troops entered southern Lebanon as part of targeted operations to dismantle infrastructure belonging to the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. "Following intelligence information and the identification of Hezbollah weapons and terrorist infrastructure in several areas of southern Lebanon, the soldiers launched special, targeted operations to dismantle them and prevent Hezbollah from reestablishing itself in the area," an army statement said. The military did not immediately respond to an AFP request for comment on whether this was the first time Israeli troops had operated on the ground in Lebanon since a November ceasefire. But the army shared a video captioned "footage from a targeted nighttime operation of the 9th Brigade in southern Lebanon", showing troops walking on the ground. AFP was unable to verify the footage, the time or location it was shot. The army statement said the 9th Brigade was in the Labbouneh area, just over the border. Troops from the 300th Brigade operated in the Jabal Blat area further west, also within sight of the frontier. Despite a November truce with Hezbollah, Israel has kept up its strikes on Lebanon, mainly saying it is targeting the group's sites and operatives but also occasionally members of their Palestinian ally Hamas. The November 27 ceasefire sought to end more than a year of hostilities with Hezbollah, including two months of all-out war that left the group severely weakened. Under the ceasefire deal, Hezbollah was to pull its fighters back north of the Litani river, about 30 kilometres (20 miles) from the Israeli border, leaving the Lebanese army and United Nations peacekeepers as the only armed parties in the region. Israel was required to fully withdraw its troops from the country but has kept them in five places it deems strategic. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Despite a November truce with Hezbollah, Israel has kept up its strikes on Lebanon, mainly saying it is targeting the group's sites and operatives but also occasionally members of their Palestinian ally Hamas

Israel army says launched 'special, targeted operations' in south Lebanon

Canada higher education crisis: Indians and other international students are slowly removing Canada as a favourite destination for higher education, and the country is feeling the pinch now. The Trudeau-era crackdowns on immigration, including on international student visas and work permits, have contributed to a crisis in Canada's higher education system. Many colleges are laying off staff and rolling back several programmes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Ontario college layoffs are a sign of the times</h2>In the latest, a report from Ontario said there were more than 10,000 college layoffs in the past year in Canada's most populous province. More than 600 programmes have been suspended, including in important sectors, across the province's 24 public colleges. This, said a report in The Star, represents “one of the largest mass layoffs in the province's history”.The layoffs and programme cuts have hit nearly every discipline: from nursing and business to culinary arts and forest management.<h2>Why are Canadian colleges laying off staff?</h2>The colleges are hit hard by policy changes on immigration, and years-long freezes on fees.But the main driver is the sharp decline in international student enrollment, especially from India.Federal immigration reforms, introduced by the government of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, and continued by the current administration of Mark Carney, contributed to this drop.The governments capped international study permits, amid diplomatic tensions with India.There was a 342 per cent rise in international enrolment between 2012 and 2021 in Canada. This had made many colleges financially dependent on international tuition revenues, which are much higher than domestic rates. It would be fair to say that it was the fee-paying foreign students who kept the Canadian higher education system going.With these funds drying up gradually, the educational institutions are facing major budget shortfalls.<h2>The India connection to Canada higher education crisis</h2>In this context, remember that Indians constitute the largest number of international students in Canada.&nbsp;Historically, India has been Canada’s largest source country for international students.But in recent years, there has been a massive drop. Indian student enrolments in Canada dropped by 41 per cent in 2024, from 233,500 in 2023 to 137,600, as per recent data.<h2>Impact on Canadian education</h2>Budget constraints meant that Ontario's higher education sector lost one-sixth of its 60,000-strong workforce, including both full- and part-time roles.Institutes like Centennial College alone suspended 116 programmes, according to the Star report.The cuts affected both urban and rural areas.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-canada-sanjay-verma-concerned-about-state-of-indian-students-in-canada-770623/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-canada-sanjay-verma-concerned-about-state-of-indian-students-in-canada-770623/embed</a><h2>Blame game on cost-cutting in Canadian higher education sector</h2>&nbsp;Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) accused colleges of resisting transparency and mismanaging funds. The Star report quoted its President JP Hornick calling it a “manufactured crisis” while management classes expanded, and their salaries exploded.<h2>The future looks dark for Canada higher education&nbsp;</h2>The Ontario situation could be a shape of things to come for Canada's higher education system. More closures are likely, with privatisation of education looming large. This would mean limited access to community programmes, leading to a cascading effect on the Canadian society and quality of living.&nbsp;Rural and northern Canada economies, which relied heavily on college-trained workers, &nbsp;could be damaged.Ontario colleges alone serve half a million students each year. This makes the disruption caused by layoffs a serious threat to both education and the broader labour market, noted the Star report.

The Trudeau-era crackdowns on immigration, including on international student visas and work permits, have contributed to a crisis in Canada's higher education system. Many colleges are laying off staff

Canada higher education crisis: Indians and other international students are slowly removing Canada as a favourite destination for higher education, and the country is feeling the pinch now. The Trudeau-era crackdowns on immigration, including on international student visas and work permits, have contributed to a crisis in Canada's higher education system. Many colleges are laying off staff and rolling back several programmes. Ontario college layoffs are a sign of the times In the latest, a report from Ontario said there were more than 10,000 college layoffs in the past year in Canada's most populous province. More than 600 programmes have been suspended, including in important sectors, across the province's 24 public colleges. This, said a report in The Star, represents “one of the largest mass layoffs in the province's history”. The layoffs and programme cuts have hit nearly every discipline: from nursing and business to culinary arts and forest management. Why are Canadian colleges laying off staff? The colleges are hit hard by policy changes on immigration, and years-long freezes on fees. But the main driver is the sharp decline in international student enrollment, especially from India. Federal immigration reforms, introduced by the government of former prime minister Justin Trudeau, and continued by the current administration of Mark Carney, contributed to this drop. The governments capped international study permits, amid diplomatic tensions with India. There was a 342 per cent rise in international enrolment between 2012 and 2021 in Canada. This had made many colleges financially dependent on international tuition revenues, which are much higher than domestic rates. It would be fair to say that it was the fee-paying foreign students who kept the Canadian higher education system going. With these funds drying up gradually, the educational institutions are facing major budget shortfalls. The India connection to Canada higher education crisis In this context, remember that Indians constitute the largest number of international students in Canada. Historically, India has been Canada’s largest source country for international students. But in recent years, there has been a massive drop. Indian student enrolments in Canada dropped by 41 per cent in 2024, from 233,500 in 2023 to 137,600, as per recent data. Impact on Canadian education Budget constraints meant that Ontario's higher education sector lost one-sixth of its 60,000-strong workforce, including both full- and part-time roles. Institutes like Centennial College alone suspended 116 programmes, according to the Star report. The cuts affected both urban and rural areas. https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-canada-sanjay-verma-concerned-about-state-of-indian-students-in-canada-770623/embed Blame game on cost-cutting in Canadian higher education sector Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) accused colleges of resisting transparency and mismanaging funds. The Star report quoted its President JP Hornick calling it a “manufactured crisis” while management classes expanded, and their salaries exploded. The future looks dark for Canada higher education The Ontario situation could be a shape of things to come for Canada's higher education system. More closures are likely, with privatisation of education looming large. This would mean limited access to community programmes, leading to a cascading effect on the Canadian society and quality of living. Rural and northern Canada economies, which relied heavily on college-trained workers, could be damaged. Ontario colleges alone serve half a million students each year. This makes the disruption caused by layoffs a serious threat to both education and the broader labour market, noted the Star report.

The Trudeau-era crackdowns on immigration, including on international student visas and work permits, have contributed to a crisis in Canada's higher education system. Many colleges are laying off staff and rolling back several programmes.&nbsp;

10,000 Ontario college layoffs, 600 programmes scrapped: Canada education is hurting, and there may be an India connection

Day after US President Donald Trump claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke "bullshit" about Ukraine in their phone calls, Kremlin on Wednesday (July 9) said that it is calm about it, adding that Trump has a harsh way of using phrases.When asked about Trump's comments about Russia and Putin, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, "We are fairly calm about it.""First of all, let's just say that Trump in general has quite a harsh rhetorical style in terms of the phrases he uses," Peskov told reporters.Despite Trump's sharp comments about Putin and on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russia continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, with the largest drone attack in three years.<h2>Another major attack on Ukraine</h2>&nbsp;Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia attempted to strike 741 targets with 728 drones and 13 missiles.Zelensky said that the attack comes precisely at a time when efforts are being made to achieve peace in the region and establish a ceasefire, adding that Russia continues "to rebuff them all."He added that Russia’s continuing aggression is “yet another proof of the need for sanctions–biting sanctions against oil, which has been fueling Moscow’s war machine with money for over three years of the war.“Our partners know how to apply pressure in a way that will force Russia to think about ending the war, not launching new strikes," the Ukrainian president said today.This comes after Trump on Tuesday criticised Russian leadership while discussing the Ukraine War with reporters during his Cabinet meeting at the White House.<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>The US president stressed that a lot of people are dying and the war between the two nations should end.“We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin… you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless," Trump said.While hinting at imposing additional sanctions on Russia, Trump added, "Trump said, “I’m not happy with Putin, I can tell you that much right now, because he’s killing a lot of people."He also said that Putin is not treating human beings right, adding that the US will be sending some defensive weapons to Ukraine, so that they will be able to defend themselves.&nbsp;

Despite Trump's sharp comments about Putin and on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russia continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, with the largest drone attack in three years.

Day after US President Donald Trump claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke "bullshit" about Ukraine in their phone calls, Kremlin on Wednesday (July 9) said that it is calm about it, adding that Trump has a harsh way of using phrases. When asked about Trump's comments about Russia and Putin, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, "We are fairly calm about it." "First of all, let's just say that Trump in general has quite a harsh rhetorical style in terms of the phrases he uses," Peskov told reporters. Despite Trump's sharp comments about Putin and on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russia continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, with the largest drone attack in three years. Another major attack on Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia attempted to strike 741 targets with 728 drones and 13 missiles. Zelensky said that the attack comes precisely at a time when efforts are being made to achieve peace in the region and establish a ceasefire, adding that Russia continues "to rebuff them all." He added that Russia’s continuing aggression is “yet another proof of the need for sanctions–biting sanctions against oil, which has been fueling Moscow’s war machine with money for over three years of the war. “Our partners know how to apply pressure in a way that will force Russia to think about ending the war, not launching new strikes," the Ukrainian president said today. This comes after Trump on Tuesday criticised Russian leadership while discussing the Ukraine War with reporters during his Cabinet meeting at the White House. What did Trump say? The US president stressed that a lot of people are dying and the war between the two nations should end. “We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin… you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless," Trump said. While hinting at imposing additional sanctions on Russia, Trump added, "Trump said, “I’m not happy with Putin, I can tell you that much right now, because he’s killing a lot of people." He also said that Putin is not treating human beings right, adding that the US will be sending some defensive weapons to Ukraine, so that they will be able to defend themselves.

Despite Trump's sharp comments about Putin and on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russia continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, with the largest drone attack in three years.

'Trump uses harsh rhetorical style...': Kremlin reacts to US president's 'bull****' remark on Putin

An Air Force plane has crashed in Rajasthan's Churu on Wednesday (July 9). The video of the incident is doing the rounds on social media. The plane was found in pieces in Churu after the crash. Initial reports claimed that the body of the pilot was also found. News agency ANI, quoting defence sources, said that the aircraft was a Jaguar fighter aircraft and more details are awaited. Earlier in April, an Air Force Jaguar fighter aircraft crashed near Gujarat's Jamnagar. The Air Force has several bases Rajasthan's Jodhpur and Bikaner.&nbsp;Issuing a statement, the Indian Air Force (IAF) said that both pilots sustained fatal injuries in the accident. The statement added that there was no damage to any civil property. It also said that a court of inquiry has been constituted, to ascertain the cause of the accident.&nbsp;

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An Air Force plane has crashed in Rajasthan's Churu on Wednesday (July 9). The video of the incident is doing the rounds on social media. 

An Air Force plane has crashed in Rajasthan's Churu on Wednesday (July 9). The video of the incident is doing the rounds on social media. The plane was found in pieces in Churu after the crash. Initial reports claimed that the body of the pilot was also found. News agency ANI, quoting defence sources, said that the aircraft was a Jaguar fighter aircraft and more details are awaited. Earlier in April, an Air Force Jaguar fighter aircraft crashed near Gujarat's Jamnagar. The Air Force has several bases Rajasthan's Jodhpur and Bikaner. Issuing a statement, the Indian Air Force (IAF) said that both pilots sustained fatal injuries in the accident. The statement added that there was no damage to any civil property. It also said that a court of inquiry has been constituted, to ascertain the cause of the accident.

An Air Force plane has crashed in Rajasthan's Churu on Wednesday (July 9). The video of the incident is doing the rounds on social media.&nbsp;

Indian Air Force fighter jet crashes in Rajasthan's Churu, two pilots killed

Russia fired its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in more than three years of war, Kyiv said Wednesday (July 9). The strikes mainly targeted areas furthest from the front line. The attack comes just after US President Donald Trump said he would increase weapons deliveries to Ukraine – reversing an earlier US policy announcement – and accused his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of talking "bullshit" on Ukraine. The Ukrainian air force said that Russia had attacked with 728 drones and 13 missiles, adding that its air defense systems intercepted 711 drones and that at least seven missiles were destroyed.The attacks were the latest in a series of Russian air strikes on Kyiv that have intensified in recent weeks and included some of the deadliest assaults of the war on the city of three million people.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier on July 4, Russia struck Kyiv with drones in an all-night attack, injuring at least 23 people, damaging railway infrastructure and setting buildings and cars on fire throughout the city, authorities in the Ukrainian capital said. Air raid alerts lasted more than eight hours as Russia launched a total of 539 drones and 11 missiles targeting the Ukrainian territory, Ukraine's Air Force said. Ukraine's state-owned railway Ukrzaliznytsia, the country's largest carrier, said on Telegram that the attack on Kyiv damaged railway infrastructure in the city, diverting a number of passenger trains and causing delays.&nbsp;Ukraine’s Air Force said it destroyed 718 of the drones. There were no immediate reports of fatalities. Ukraine launched 86 drones towards Russia overnight, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the assault as a deliberate show of force from Moscow, underscoring Russia’s resistance to peace efforts. “This is a demonstrative attack, and it comes at a time when there have been so many attempts to achieve peace and ceasefire, but Russia rejects everything,” Zelensky wrote on Telegram. “Everyone who wants peace must act.”&nbsp;The primary target appeared to be the city of Lutsk in northwestern Ukraine, prompting Poland to scramble military aircraft in response to the spillover threat near its airspace. “Virtually everything was flying towards Lutsk,” said Ivan Rudnitskyi, head of the Volyn region's military administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russia fired its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in more than three years of war, Kyiv said Wednesday (July 9). The strikes mainly targeted areas furthest from the front line.

Russia fired its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in more than three years of war, Kyiv said Wednesday (July 9). The strikes mainly targeted areas furthest from the front line. The attack comes just after US President Donald Trump said he would increase weapons deliveries to Ukraine – reversing an earlier US policy announcement – and accused his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of talking "bullshit" on Ukraine. The Ukrainian air force said that Russia had attacked with 728 drones and 13 missiles, adding that its air defense systems intercepted 711 drones and that at least seven missiles were destroyed.The attacks were the latest in a series of Russian air strikes on Kyiv that have intensified in recent weeks and included some of the deadliest assaults of the war on the city of three million people. Earlier on July 4, Russia struck Kyiv with drones in an all-night attack, injuring at least 23 people, damaging railway infrastructure and setting buildings and cars on fire throughout the city, authorities in the Ukrainian capital said. Air raid alerts lasted more than eight hours as Russia launched a total of 539 drones and 11 missiles targeting the Ukrainian territory, Ukraine's Air Force said. Ukraine's state-owned railway Ukrzaliznytsia, the country's largest carrier, said on Telegram that the attack on Kyiv damaged railway infrastructure in the city, diverting a number of passenger trains and causing delays. Ukraine’s Air Force said it destroyed 718 of the drones. There were no immediate reports of fatalities. Ukraine launched 86 drones towards Russia overnight, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the assault as a deliberate show of force from Moscow, underscoring Russia’s resistance to peace efforts. “This is a demonstrative attack, and it comes at a time when there have been so many attempts to achieve peace and ceasefire, but Russia rejects everything,” Zelensky wrote on Telegram. “Everyone who wants peace must act.” The primary target appeared to be the city of Lutsk in northwestern Ukraine, prompting Poland to scramble military aircraft in response to the spillover threat near its airspace. “Virtually everything was flying towards Lutsk,” said Ivan Rudnitskyi, head of the Volyn region's military administration.

Russia fired its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in more than three years of war, Kyiv said Wednesday (July 9). The strikes mainly targeted areas furthest from the front line.

728 drones and 13 missiles: Russia launches LARGEST drone attack on Ukraine since start of war

As North Korea opens a new waterfront resort to increase the country's business and economic growth, however, without foreign visitors, Kim Jong-un's plan would not work. The North Korean leader hoped that one day with tourist cash, it would offset financially punishing sanctions.Earlier this week on Thursday, a crowd of North Korean families gathered on a 2.5-mile-long scenic beach on its central east coast, according to state media.“The joy and optimism of the tourists were overflowing everywhere, and the song of happiness resounded in the windows of bright lodgings,” the North’s official Korean Central News Agency said.The Wonsan Kalma resort, which can accommodate 20,000 people, was opened to attract foreign tourists, Kim said as his wife and his daughter attended a ceremony in late June after the resort was built.However, Kim's plans did not go as he planned. The North Korean state media released photos of North Korean families, bathing, skiing, and riding water slides at the resort. But, there were no foreign tourists.According to the South Korean officials, Russian tourists were expected to visit the beach over the summer, however, there would be fewer people due to limited transportation options in North Korea and poor road conditions.Recently, visits by hundreds of Russian tourists have shown a good relationship between the two countries after North Korea supplied much-needed personnel and weaponry to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine.However, when it comes to China, the citizens are still not allowed to travel to North Korea. China fears that North Korea will build relations with Russia, which could reduce its leverage over an uncooperative Pyongyang.Kim has been promoting tourism after the United Nations imposed severe sanctions in 2017, banning all of North Korea's main exports, including coal and textiles. The sanctions were announced to deprive North Korea of the means of earning foreign currency to finance its nuclear and missile programs.&nbsp;

Kim's plans did not go as he planned. The North Korean state media released photos of North Korean families, bathing, skiing, and riding water slides at the resort. But, there were no foreign tourists.

As North Korea opens a new waterfront resort to increase the country's business and economic growth, however, without foreign visitors, Kim Jong-un's plan would not work. The North Korean leader hoped that one day with tourist cash, it would offset financially punishing sanctions. Earlier this week on Thursday, a crowd of North Korean families gathered on a 2.5-mile-long scenic beach on its central east coast, according to state media. “The joy and optimism of the tourists were overflowing everywhere, and the song of happiness resounded in the windows of bright lodgings,” the North’s official Korean Central News Agency said. The Wonsan Kalma resort, which can accommodate 20,000 people, was opened to attract foreign tourists, Kim said as his wife and his daughter attended a ceremony in late June after the resort was built. However, Kim's plans did not go as he planned. The North Korean state media released photos of North Korean families, bathing, skiing, and riding water slides at the resort. But, there were no foreign tourists. According to the South Korean officials, Russian tourists were expected to visit the beach over the summer, however, there would be fewer people due to limited transportation options in North Korea and poor road conditions. Recently, visits by hundreds of Russian tourists have shown a good relationship between the two countries after North Korea supplied much-needed personnel and weaponry to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine. However, when it comes to China, the citizens are still not allowed to travel to North Korea. China fears that North Korea will build relations with Russia, which could reduce its leverage over an uncooperative Pyongyang. Kim has been promoting tourism after the United Nations imposed severe sanctions in 2017, banning all of North Korea's main exports, including coal and textiles. The sanctions were announced to deprive North Korea of the means of earning foreign currency to finance its nuclear and missile programs.

Kim's plans did not go as he planned. The North Korean state media released photos of North Korean families, bathing, skiing, and riding water slides at the resort. But, there were no foreign tourists.

North Korea opened beach resort to boost economy, but no foreign tourists spotted. Is Kim's plan failing?

A man is believed to have thrown himself into the engine of an airplane at the Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) on 8 July. Earlier reports suggested that afte illegally entering the airport, he was sucked in by the engine. Aviationa2z reported initially that the man was ingested by the Volotea (V7) &nbsp;airplane engine while it was taxiing. However, an investigation is underway to try and figure out what exactly happened. Milan airport officials said that the incident occurred at 10 am local time. About 20 minutes later, the airport released an official announcement, stating that all flight operations had been suspended “due to a problem that occurred on the taxiway.” Passengers recalled that they were told, "Don't look out the windows". The man has been identified as Andrea Russo from Calcinate near Bergamo. The 35-year-old entered the terminal in a red Fiat 500 car. He got off and started running into the building.&nbsp;He had no ticket and started moving towards a restricted area that led to the runway. Two Border Police on duty caught hold of him, but he managed to break free. He then went on to throw himself into one of the two turbofans of the plane. The Volotea Airbus A319 flight V73511 was going from Milan to Austurias, Spain. The airport shut down all operations following the tragic incident. It was reported that the man was sucked into the engine. The plane was ready to depart when he breached airport security and went near the aircraft.&nbsp;<h2>Witness accounts from Milan airport</h2>A Spanish passenger who was on the plane at the time of the incident told La Nueva España, that they suddenly "heard a noise and a bang" just when the plane was getting ready to depart. Those who had seen by then what was transpiring outside warned others not to watch. "Some people saw something through the window and put their hands to their heads. They told us it was best not to look out, because what was happening was very unpleasant." The pilot informed the passengers that a "very serious problem involving a person" had occurred. Passengers were asked to leave from the front right door, and fire, medical, and law enforcement personnel also reached the site immediately&nbsp;Local media reports said the police claimed Russo had a "drug problem". A man who watched Russo run towards the aircraft, told Italian news outlet La Repubblica, “I wasn't on that plane, I was boarding another plane next to it and we saw everything. He ran towards the right side. Then he ran and was sucked by the left side motor. I can't describe it as pleasant.” The next two hours witnessed cancellations and delays, with some flights being diverted to other airports. Flightradar24 data showed that at least 13 flights due to leave from Milan airport were cancelled, along with nine inbound flights. Volotea (V7) also confirmed that a man had died after being sucked in by the engine of the plane that was getting ready to leave for Spain. According to Italian broadcaster RAI and Corriere della Sera, Russo was fleeing from the police when he decided to make his way onto the runway.&nbsp; &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Breaking story!! 🚨 Milan Airport is currently closed due to reports of someone being ingested into one of the engines of an aircraft <a href="https://twitter.com/AirNavRadar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AirNavRadar</a> More info when I get it…. <a href="https://t.co/PT4pof7ow1">pic.twitter.com/PT4pof7ow1</a>&mdash; Flight Emergency (@FlightEmergency) <a href="https://twitter.com/FlightEmergency/status/1942523849016500698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Man throws himself into airplane engine at Milan Bergamo Airport: A 35-year-old man, who was reportedly running away from the police, is believed to have thrown himself into the plane engine. He reportedly had a drug problem and was running away from the police, as per local reports. 

A man is believed to have thrown himself into the engine of an airplane at the Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) on 8 July. Earlier reports suggested that afte illegally entering the airport, he was sucked in by the engine. Aviationa2z reported initially that the man was ingested by the Volotea (V7) airplane engine while it was taxiing. However, an investigation is underway to try and figure out what exactly happened. Milan airport officials said that the incident occurred at 10 am local time. About 20 minutes later, the airport released an official announcement, stating that all flight operations had been suspended “due to a problem that occurred on the taxiway.” Passengers recalled that they were told, "Don't look out the windows". The man has been identified as Andrea Russo from Calcinate near Bergamo. The 35-year-old entered the terminal in a red Fiat 500 car. He got off and started running into the building. He had no ticket and started moving towards a restricted area that led to the runway. Two Border Police on duty caught hold of him, but he managed to break free. He then went on to throw himself into one of the two turbofans of the plane. The Volotea Airbus A319 flight V73511 was going from Milan to Austurias, Spain. The airport shut down all operations following the tragic incident. It was reported that the man was sucked into the engine. The plane was ready to depart when he breached airport security and went near the aircraft. Witness accounts from Milan airport A Spanish passenger who was on the plane at the time of the incident told La Nueva España, that they suddenly "heard a noise and a bang" just when the plane was getting ready to depart. Those who had seen by then what was transpiring outside warned others not to watch. "Some people saw something through the window and put their hands to their heads. They told us it was best not to look out, because what was happening was very unpleasant." The pilot informed the passengers that a "very serious problem involving a person" had occurred. Passengers were asked to leave from the front right door, and fire, medical, and law enforcement personnel also reached the site immediately Local media reports said the police claimed Russo had a "drug problem". A man who watched Russo run towards the aircraft, told Italian news outlet La Repubblica, “I wasn't on that plane, I was boarding another plane next to it and we saw everything. He ran towards the right side. Then he ran and was sucked by the left side motor. I can't describe it as pleasant.” The next two hours witnessed cancellations and delays, with some flights being diverted to other airports. Flightradar24 data showed that at least 13 flights due to leave from Milan airport were cancelled, along with nine inbound flights. Volotea (V7) also confirmed that a man had died after being sucked in by the engine of the plane that was getting ready to leave for Spain. According to Italian broadcaster RAI and Corriere della Sera, Russo was fleeing from the police when he decided to make his way onto the runway.

Man throws himself into airplane engine at Milan Bergamo Airport: A 35-year-old man, who was reportedly running away from the police, is believed to have thrown himself into the plane engine. He reportedly had a drug problem and was running away from the police, as per local reports.&nbsp;

'Don't look out': Bloody scene unfolds at Milan airport after a man reportedly throws himself into plane engine

Extinction Rebellion, an international organisation known for its protests seeking to compel government action on the climate and nature emergency, on Tuesday (Jul 8) carried out action at Google's Terminal headquarters in Hudson Square.

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Based on seasonal changes, traditional names are given to full moons of every month, like 'Wolf Moon', 'Pink Moon', 'Beaver Moon', 'Buck Moon', and 'Thunder Moon'. But have you ever wondered why the term 'Buck Moon' is popular in the month of July? Or July full moon in July, called the Buck Moon? Basically, this full moon frequently aligns with Guru Purnima in India, a sacred day to honour teachers and wisdom. This day is associated with gratitude, introspection, and cosmic balance, as it is a celestial event people don't want to miss.<h3>Buck Moon: When and where to watch in the US and India</h3>The Buck Moon, the full moon of July, will light the skies with its radiant golden hue on Thursday, July 10, reaching maximum illumination during the early hours of July 11. According to astronomical forecasts, the Buck Moon will be at its fullest at 4:38 pm EDT on July 10, which corresponds to 2:08 am IST on July 11. In India, moonrise is expected at approximately 7:42 pm IST.The Buck Moon in New York, US, can be seen on July 10, 2025, at Sunset at 8:29 pm EDT, and moonrise at 8:54 pm EDT. Meanwhile, &nbsp;in London, it can be witnessed at Sunset at 9:16 pm BST and moonrise at 9:46 pm BST.&nbsp;<h3>What makes Buck Moon so special?</h3><ul><li>If we talk about India, then this full moon day often aligns with Guru Purnima, a sacred day to honour teachers and wisdom, which signifies gratitude, introspection, and cosmic balance.</li><li>It's named after the period when male deer (bucks) begin to grow new antlers, symbolising regeneration and strength in many cultures, as it appears during mid-summer in the Northern Hemisphere, a time of vibrant growth in nature.</li><li>Native American tribes, Colonial Americans, and European settlers named full moons to track the seasons and reflect how people historically lived in close harmony with nature and wildlife cycles.</li><li>In astrology and spirituality, the Buck Moon is frequently seen as a time for personal growth, setting intentions, and connecting with nature's power. Some cultures consider it a good time for reflection, transformation, or embracing inner strength, much like the deer growing its antlers.</li></ul>

Astronomical forecasts confirmed that the Buck Moon will be at its fullest at 4:38 pm EDT on July 10, which corresponds to 2:08 am IST on July 11. In India, moonrise is expected at approximately 7:42 pm IST.

Based on seasonal changes, traditional names are given to full moons of every month, like 'Wolf Moon', 'Pink Moon', 'Beaver Moon', 'Buck Moon', and 'Thunder Moon'. But have you ever wondered why the term 'Buck Moon' is popular in the month of July? Or July full moon in July, called the Buck Moon? Basically, this full moon frequently aligns with Guru Purnima in India, a sacred day to honour teachers and wisdom. This day is associated with gratitude, introspection, and cosmic balance, as it is a celestial event people don't want to miss. Buck Moon: When and where to watch in the US and India The Buck Moon, the full moon of July, will light the skies with its radiant golden hue on Thursday, July 10, reaching maximum illumination during the early hours of July 11. According to astronomical forecasts, the Buck Moon will be at its fullest at 4:38 pm EDT on July 10, which corresponds to 2:08 am IST on July 11. In India, moonrise is expected at approximately 7:42 pm IST. The Buck Moon in New York, US, can be seen on July 10, 2025, at Sunset at 8:29 pm EDT, and moonrise at 8:54 pm EDT. Meanwhile, in London, it can be witnessed at Sunset at 9:16 pm BST and moonrise at 9:46 pm BST. What makes Buck Moon so special? If we talk about India, then this full moon day often aligns with Guru Purnima, a sacred day to honour teachers and wisdom, which signifies gratitude, introspection, and cosmic balance. It's named after the period when male deer (bucks) begin to grow new antlers, symbolising regeneration and strength in many cultures, as it appears during mid-summer in the Northern Hemisphere, a time of vibrant growth in nature. Native American tribes, Colonial Americans, and European settlers named full moons to track the seasons and reflect how people historically lived in close harmony with nature and wildlife cycles. In astrology and spirituality, the Buck Moon is frequently seen as a time for personal growth, setting intentions, and connecting with nature's power. Some cultures consider it a good time for reflection, transformation, or embracing inner strength, much like the deer growing its antlers.

Astronomical forecasts confirmed that the Buck Moon will be at its fullest at 4:38 pm EDT on July 10, which corresponds to 2:08 am IST on July 11. In India, moonrise is expected at approximately 7:42 pm IST.

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