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Biden denies Gaza genocide amidst Netanyahu arrest warrant request
Karim Khan KC, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), has applied for the issuance of arrest warrants for Yahya Sinwar, the prime minister of Israel and the commander of Hamas, in connection with allegations of war crimes. In response to an arrest warrant request from the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Joe Biden has declared that the events unfolding in Gaza are not genocide.
“Triple hit” of illnesses causing widespread sickness in Australia
Australia is experiencing a significant number of illnesses due to a combination of declining vaccination rates and a triple whammy of flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus. Lockdowns and measures, including the extensive use of facemasks, contributed to a decrease in the number of flu cases during the pandemic. However, this has resulted in a decrease in immunity and an increased susceptibility to the flu, resulting in 3,696 hospital admissions and 379 fatalities from influenza in Australia last year.
Delhi closes schools early for holidays as temperatures reach 47.4C
After Delhi's temperatures reached 47.4°C (117°F), authorities have instructed schools to close early for the summer holiday. According to a government order cited by the Hindustan Times on Tuesday, city officials instructed schools to close with "immediate effect" in response to the extreme heat, thereby shortening the duration by a few days. India's weather bureau has issued a warning regarding "severe heatwave conditions" this week. On Monday, the highest temperature in the country was recorded in Delhi's Najafgarh suburb, at 47.4C.
US embassy refuses to pay £14.6m congestion charge
The total unpaid fees and penalties that diplomats have accumulated between the start of the congestion charge in London in 2003 and the end of last year is £143.5m across all embassies. The US embassy in London is currently in debt for £14.6 million in unpaid congestion charge fees, according to records. Transport for London (TfL) has disclosed the sum of unpaid fees and penalties accumulated by all embassies in the capital.
Tony Mowbray resigns as Birmingham manager after surgery
Tony Mowbray has resigned as Birmingham City's manager to focus on his recovery from significant surgery for an unspecified ailment. Mowbray temporarily resigned in February and subsequently took a formal leave of absence in March. However, he will not be returning to the dugout at St Andrew's. Since his appointment in January, he has won four of his eight outings.
Greece court acquits nine Egyptians of Pylos shipwreck
The charges against nine Egyptian men who were accused of causing a catastrophe that resulted in the deaths of hundreds of migrants last year have been dismissed by a Greek court. The prosecutor had argued that Greece lacked jurisdiction. Public prosecutor Ekaterini Tsironi recommended that the charges be withdrawn shortly after the trial commenced on Tuesday in the southern city of Kalamata. She argued that Greek jurisdiction could not be established due to the overcrowded trawler capsizing outside the country's territorial waters.
Turkish minister: chopper accident killing Iran’s president had no signal
Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, the Turkish transport minister, informed reporters that Turkish authorities had checked for a signal from the helicopter's transponder, which transmits height and location information, upon receiving news of the collision. "Unfortunately, we believe that the transponder system was either turned off or the helicopter did not have one," he stated. A memo also revealed that officials had advised the Iranian government to acquire two Russian helicopters for its leaders because they were concerned about the preservation of its fleet of aging helicopters.
Superdry plans emergency sale if creditors block rescue
If creditors refuse to approve a restructuring plan, the fashion chain would likely conduct a four-week auction, which would likely lead to a pre-pack administration. In the event that creditors obstruct its founder's intention to inject up to £10m of his own money into the fashion chain in order to prevent insolvency, Superdry is preparing to conduct an emergency four-week sale process. If creditors do not approve a restructuring plan in the upcoming weeks, the accelerated M&A process will be initiated.
Greek court will try nine Egyptians for Pylos shipwreck
Greece will on Tuesday try nine Egyptian men who are charged with criminal culpability for the Pylos shipwreck, which resulted in the deaths of over 550 individuals on June 14, 2023. It is alleged that the defendants were complicit in a criminal organization that enabled unauthorized entry into Greece and deliberately precipitated the catastrophe. All of them, however, have denied being smugglers or being at fault for the shipwreck, claiming that they were merely attempting to reach Europe like the other passengers.
Hidden signs you need more iron-rich foods
Brain lethargy, brittle nails, and heart palpitations are not necessarily symptoms one would associate with iron deficiency. However, they are among the most common indications that you are deficient in this vital nutrient, a condition that the World Health Organization estimates affects up to eight in ten people worldwide. Iron is essential for oxygen transport throughout the body, maintains a healthy immune system, and reduces the risk of heart and respiratory conditions.
Ryanair sees record profits despite rising costs
The low-cost carrier stated that Boeing will provide "modest compensation" for delayed aircraft deliveries. Ryanair has disclosed yet another year of unprecedented passenger and profit growth. According to its annual results, the airline, which has the most passengers in Europe, increased the average fare by 21% compared to the previous year.
Dominican President Abinader wins second term
Preliminary results indicate that President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic has been sworn in for a second term, securing victory in the first round of the election process. The wildly popular president proclaimed victory on Sunday night after opponents conceded, having secured a sufficiently large margin to prevail without needing a rematch in the second round. In doing so, he vowed for unity and impartial leadership.
