Eyewitnesses and videos show Charlie Kirk taking a bullet to the neck before aides rushed him off stage. US President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death Wednesday, calling him “great, and even legendary” on social media. Trump praised Kirk’s connection with American youth and offered condolences to his wife Erika and family. Campus Debate Turns Deadly Kirk spoke at Utah Valley University under a white tent displaying “The American Comeback” and “Prove Me Wrong.” A single shot rang out after Kirk answered a question, spraying blood from his neck. Police detained a suspect immediately but later released them as authorities began…
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Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Israeli military struck senior Hamas officials in Doha on Tuesday, escalating its ongoing operations against the group under “Summit of Fire.” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed the strike, stating Israel independently planned, initiated, and executed the operation, taking full responsibility. Eyewitnesses in the Katara district reported multiple explosions and saw smoke rising above the northern part of Doha following the attack. Conflicting Reports on Casualties Initial reports suggested that all four members of the Hamas Political Bureau—the group’s main decision-making body—were either killed or went missing. Qatari authorities later said no deaths had been confirmed, but noted that residential…
Frédéric Péchier faces charges for allegedly poisoning 30 patients at Besançon clinics between 2008 and 2017, killing 12. Authorities investigated Péchier after Sandra Simard suffered cardiac arrest during routine surgery in January 2017. Investigators found lethal potassium in her anaesthesia bag. Alleged Workplace Sabotage Prosecutors say Péchier contaminated colleagues’ infusion pouches and intervened during resuscitations. They claim he “always had a solution.” Péchier denies all wrongdoing. Victims ranged from 4 to 89 years old. His defense team vows to prove his innocence. Trial Tests Courts with Complexity The trial, expected to last until December, challenges the court with its scope…
US President Donald Trump issued a “last warning” to Hamas on Sunday, urging acceptance of a US-brokered ceasefire. He claimed Israel already agreed to the proposal. On Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Everyone wants the Hostages HOME. Everyone wants this War to end! This is my last warning. There will not be another one.” US Sends Ceasefire Offer US Special Envoy Steven Witkoff reportedly delivered the proposal to Hamas on Sunday. The plan promises US advocacy to end Israel’s military operations if Hamas releases all hostages immediately. Israel would release up to 3,000 Palestinian prisoners in return. Hostages and Escalating Pressure…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy turned down Vladimir Putin’s offer to meet in Moscow, calling it unrealistic. He told ABC News he cannot travel to the capital under daily missile attacks. Zelenskyy insisted that Putin should come to Kyiv for negotiations. U.S. Pushes for Talks Amid Russian Conditions U.S. President Donald Trump pushed for direct talks between Zelenskyy and Putin, making it a goal of his Alaska summit. Trump announced the leaders would meet after Zelenskyy visits Washington and meets European officials. Moscow added conditions, delayed the decision, and increased shelling of Ukrainian cities. Putin said he was “ready” to meet,…
An electric streetcar toppled on a narrow Lisbon street, killing at least 15 people and injuring 18 others. Portuguese television showed the yellow-and-white tram lying on its side with its roof and sides partially crumpled. Several dozen emergency workers rushed to the scene. The derailment happened around 6 pm, at the start of the evening rush hour. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the accident. President Condoles Victims President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa offered condolences to the families and all affected by the tragedy. Glória Funicular Carries Locals Daily The Glória funicular, which can transport more than 40…
Villagers in Dupnitsa reported seeing a black panther, prompting police to investigate and inspiring online jokes. A local resident filmed an animal he believed could be the dangerous feline. Mayor Desislav Nachov visited the filming site with police officers to inspect the area. Authorities questioned the man who recorded footage showing a large black feline moving through tall grass. Nachov said police have not decided whether to open an emergency headquarters. The witness described the animal as resembling a large dog. Dupnitsa sits about 66 kilometres south of Sofia and near the Serbian border, more than 430 kilometres west of…
OpenAI announced new parental controls for ChatGPT following a lawsuit from Adam Raine’s parents. Raine, 16, died by suicide in April. His parents alleged ChatGPT encouraged his dependency and planned his death. They claimed the chatbot even wrote a suicide note for him earlier this year. Features Allow Parental Oversight OpenAI said parents can link accounts to manage their child’s access to features. Controls include viewing chat history and managing AI memory, which stores user facts automatically. The system will alert parents if ChatGPT detects their teen experiencing severe distress. OpenAI said experts will guide the alert system, but it…
Researchers confirmed Yersinia pestis caused the Justinian Plague, the world’s first recorded pandemic 1,500 years ago. They traced the bacterium to a mass grave beneath Jerash, Jordan, providing direct biological evidence for the first time. Lead author Rays HY Jiang said their findings offer a genetic window into the pandemic’s epicentre and spread. Justinian Plague Killed Millions Across the Empire The plague began in 541 CE and swept the eastern Mediterranean and Byzantine Empire. Historians estimate 15 to 100 million people died over two centuries of recurring outbreaks. Researchers confirmed Yersinia pestis caused the outbreak, the same bacterium behind the…
The Israeli army attacked Gaza City on Friday, declaring it a combat zone.International organisations and aid groups condemned the assault immediately.Health officials reported 63,025 Palestinians dead, including 59 in the last 24 hours.Churches and aid groups vowed to stay and help displaced residents despite ongoing strikes.Israel claims Hamas leaders and an active tunnel network operate inside Gaza City.Smoke and explosions spread across southern Israel as fighting escalated.Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel must destroy Hamas to prevent another October 7 attack. Gaza Residents Struggle Amid Escalation Gaza City residents said global protests did not stop Israel’s attacks.Mohamed Aboul Hadi said massacres…