In a scene reminiscent of a classic family film, a burglar was thwarted by a clever homemade trap set by homeowners in Blyth, Northumberland. The incident occurred in the early hours of November 9, when 56-year-old Paul Howell was caught on CCTV attempting to break into a detached house on Bondicar Terrace. Howell’s plans took … Read more
Southwest Airlines has announced a significant reduction in its corporate workforce, cutting 15% of its staff as part of a strategic effort to streamline operations and reduce costs. The layoffs will affect approximately 1,750 positions, including 11 senior leadership roles, as the airline aims to create a more agile and efficient organization. CEO Bob Jordan … Read more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Monday, marking the beginning of crucial discussions with Russian diplomats, including Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The meetings, scheduled for Tuesday, are believed to set the stage for a potential encounter between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Kremlin has indicated that … Read more
At the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a powerful speech emphasizing Ukraine’s determination to be actively involved in any discussions regarding its future, stating unequivocally, "Ukraine will never accept deals made behind our backs without our involvement." Zelensky’s remarks called for the establishment of a pan-European army, marking a significant moment in … Read more
Tensions flared at the Munich Security Conference last week as U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance delivered a provocative speech that left many European leaders feeling bewildered and offended. Addressing the conference, which traditionally focuses on international security issues, Vance shifted the conversation towards deeper cultural and civilizational concerns, prompting criticism from attendees who expected a … Read more
President Donald Trump announced a significant shift in U.S. trade policy this week, introducing a strategy that emphasizes reciprocal tariffs and classifies value-added taxes (VAT) as tariffs. This announcement came during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House on February 7, 2025. In a post on social media platform X, … Read more
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the alliance’s commitment to increasing defense spending in response to President Donald Trump’s demands during a recent interview with Fox News. Rutte’s comments come amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is in Riyadh advocating for Saudi Arabia’s involvement in efforts to end Russia’s … Read more
More than a dozen individuals were injured on Monday when a Delta Air Lines flight crashed while landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport amid challenging weather conditions. The incident involved a CRJ-900 aircraft operated by Endeavor Air, a subsidiary of Delta, which was arriving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The flight, carrying a total of … Read more
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First responders work at the Delta Air Lines plane crash site at Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada February 17, 2025. REUTERS/Arlyn McAdorey
