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A bomb disguised as a gift detonated at Balzi Rossi restaurant in Moscow, killing three and injuring over 20, as authorities investigate the incident.
Nirmal Purja, a renowned mountaineer, died in an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan, along with other climbers, prompting tributes from Prince William.
Donald Trump criticized the Department of Justice’s decision to drop charges against David Hearn, a former Olympic athlete, for alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Trump’s statement followed US Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s claim that damage resulted from a flawed installation rather than vandalism.
Antarctica’s A-23A iceberg has disintegrated after nearly 40 years at sea, having calved from the Filchner Ice Shelf in 1986. The immense iceberg journeyed over 2,300km before collapsing in the South Atlantic in April 2026. Scientists continue to study its lifecycle and movement patterns.
Dubai police arrested an airline worker for sharing images of war damage. The arrest followed electronic monitoring of a WhatsApp group, revealing a clip of smoke from an Iranian drone strike. The individual remains in custody while facing serious charges. Further details will unfold as the case progresses.
Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov was arrested for illegally visiting North Sentinel Island, home to the Sentinelese tribe. Detained since March 2025, his bail was denied after he attempted to offer a can of Diet Coke, posing a threat to the tribe. His next court appearance is scheduled for April 29.
Daniel Kinahan, alleged leader of the Kinahan organised crime group, was arrested in Dubai on serious organised crime charges. This significant development follows an extradition request from Irish authorities. The UAE is now initiating legal procedures for his extradition.
A Jet2 flight from Bournemouth to Gran Canaria was diverted to Faro due to smoke detected in the cabin. The incident, which triggered a red code alert, saw emergency response teams on standby. A standby aircraft will transport passengers to Gran Canaria.
Guadalajara Zoo’s baby patas monkey, Yuji, is thriving after being rejected by his mother. At six weeks old, he is cared for by 12 vets and clings to a plush dog for comfort. His transfer to a habitat with other monkeys will depend on his weaning progress.
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