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Last month, Lucy Letby went on trial for a second time on one count of attempted murder of a baby girl, known as Child K. The prosecution alleged that Letby interfered with the baby’s breathing tube on multiple occasions, leading to her death. In her defense, Letby denied harming any baby placed in her care, claiming she had no recollection of the events in question. Despite her denial, she was found guilty of killing seven babies and attempting to murder six others by injecting them with insulin or air. The case shook Britain and prompted an inquiry into why concerns…

The United States has added six companies to its trade restriction list, with four linked to training China’s military forces. Companies from China, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom have been included. Global Training Solutions Limited and Smartech Future Limited in China, as well as Grace Air (Pty) Ltd and Livingston Aerospace Limited in the UK, were added for their ties to the Test Flying Academy of South Africa and training Chinese military forces using Western and NATO sources. The Test Flying Academy of South Africa was added last year for the same reason. UAE companies…

In a recent incident, Air Europa reported that seven people were injured to varying degrees, with an undetermined number of passengers experiencing minor injuries. The government health secretariat of Rio Grande do Norte state confirmed that 30 passengers were taken to hospitals with minor abrasions and orthopedic traumas in Natal, where the incident occurred. The airline is currently assessing the extent of the damage to the aircraft, and a replacement flight has already departed for Montevideo to accommodate the passengers. This incident follows a previous turbulence-related accident on a Singapore Airlines flight, highlighting concerns about worsening turbulence linked to climate…

Amidst chaos and unrest, protestors in Kenya have taken to the streets to voice their demands for change. From burning kiosks to clashes with police, the situation is reaching a boiling point. Youths in Mombasa marched in protest, chanting “Ruto must go!” while facing opposition from law enforcement. Violence erupted, with reports of people being shot and cars set ablaze. The President, William Ruto, is under fire for proposed tax hikes amidst economic turmoil. Protesters are demanding his resignation, accusing him of prioritizing money over the welfare of the people. Despite appeals for dialogue, the protest movement remains firm in…

By REUTERS Kenyan riot police clashed with protesters demanding President William Ruto’s resignation following deadly anti-tax protests. Tear gas filled the streets of Nairobi as demonstrators voiced their anger over the soaring cost of living. In Mombasa, protesters chanted “Ruto must go!” and rejected his calls for dialogue, even after the abandoned tax rises that

Shanaz Saddique is part of a wave of pro-Palestinian candidates aiming to galvanize Muslim voters in Britain’s upcoming election on July 4th. This push comes in response to grievances over the major parties’ stances on the Gaza conflict. While both the ruling Conservatives and the resurgent Labour party have called for an end to hostilities in Gaza, they have also supported Israel’s right to defend itself. This has displeased many of the 3.9 million Muslims in the UK. Although pro-Palestinian candidates are unlikely to secure parliamentary seats, the “Muslim Vote” campaign seeks to send a powerful message through the ballot…

Sydney: New Zealand has taken a significant step towards addressing climate change and sustainability challenges by signing trade deals with Switzerland, Costa Rica, and Iceland. These agreements aim to remove tariffs on hundreds of environmental products, promoting a greener economy. Pleased to announce conclusion of negotiations on the groundbreaking Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability #ACCTS with Costa Rica 🇨🇷, Iceland 🇮🇸, and Switzerland 🇨🇭, which will deliver trade and environmental benefits! 🌏🤝For more info: https://t.co/T6NRI88dsI— Todd McClay (@toddmcclaymp) July 2, 2024 The Agreement on Climate Change, Trade, and Sustainability (ACCTS) is expected to benefit New Zealand’s wool industry…

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has announced his decision to resume negotiations with the United States ahead of the country’s presidential elections. Despite the re-imposition of sanctions by Washington, Maduro has accepted a proposal to restart direct talks to comply with previously signed agreements. In a televised broadcast, Maduro confirmed the restart of discussions with the U.S. government next Wednesday, which were initiated following a successful prisoner exchange deal in late 2023 mediated by Qatar. The Venezuelan official negotiator, Jorge Rodriguez, will lead the delegation for the talks, although specific topics for discussion have not been disclosed. The talks, which began…

Ten activists from the Cambodian environmental group Mother Nature have been found guilty of plotting against the government and insulting the king, according to the group’s founder. Five of the defendants were arrested outside the court in Phnom Penh immediately after the verdict was announced. Founder Alejandro Gonzales-Davidson, a Spanish national, stated that 10 members, including himself, were convicted of plotting against the government, with three also found guilty of insulting the king under Cambodia’s lese majeste laws. Gonzales-Davidson himself was found guilty in absentia after being deported almost a decade ago. Three members received eight-year jail sentences on both…

The US Supreme Court’s Landmark Decision Grants Presidential Immunity to Donald Trump In a groundbreaking ruling, the US Supreme Court declared that former President Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for actions carried out within his constitutional powers while in office. This 6-3 decision led by Chief Justice John Roberts acknowledged a form of immunity never before recognized at this level. Trump’s claim of immunity from federal criminal charges related to his attempt to overturn the 2020 election results was upheld by the conservative majority of the court, with dissent from the liberal justices. The decision, granting immunity for certain presidential…