US MASS KILLINGS
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi’s wife sentenced to death in Iraq; what was her crime and who was Baghdadi?
The wife of Abu Bakr al Baghdadi has been sentenced to death by an Iraqi court. She was convicted for facilitating the kidnapping, illegal detention and grave sexual assault on the minority Yazidi women when the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria controlled large territories across Iraq and Syria. The terror organization controlled these territories from 2014-2019.
No matter who wins Iran's presidential election, much may hinge on the 'Great Satan' US
In the waning moments of Iran's final televised presidential debate, one of the top candidates to replace the late hard-line President Ebrahim Raisi invoked the name of the one person who perhaps has done more than anyone to change the trajectory of the Islamic Republic's relationship with the wider world in recent years.
An Israel offensive into Lebanon risks an Iranian military response, top US military leader says
Top U.S. military officer warns that an Israeli offensive in Lebanon could lead to broader war, with Iran likely to back Hezbollah. Israel has threatened military action if Hezbollah isn't pushed from the border. Diplomatic efforts are underway, including meetings between Israeli and U.S. officials. The U.S. is concerned about assisting Israel against Hezbollah's rockets. The conflict has already caused casualties on both sides. Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah claims to have over 100,000 fighters, potentially escalating the conflict with broader regional involvement.
US Waterpark Shooting: 2 killed and 6 wounded in shooting during a Juneteenth celebration in a Texas park
US Waterpark Shooting: Two people lost their lives and six others were injured in a mass shooting in the United States Texas. The incident happened in a water park following an argument between two victims. The police is yet to arrest anyone in the case and said they are not aware how many shooters were involved either.
US Supreme Court rejects federal ban on gun 'bump stocks'
The rule was imposed in 2019 by Trump's administration after the devices were used during a 2017 mass shooting that killed 58 people at a Las Vegas country music festival. The policy was defended in court by Democratic President Joe Biden's administration.
Gaza hospital reports 37 dead in strike on UN school Israel says used by Hamas
A UN-run school in central Gaza was bombed by Israel, killing at least 37 people. US, Qatari, and Egyptian mediators are working on securing a truce and hostage release deal after Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7.
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Remains of Jewish-American World War II hero missing for 80 years brought home. How were remains identified?
Two US organizations worked with the German Embassy in Israel to help identify Baskind's remains, which had been mixed in a mass grave in Cherbourg, Normandy.
Russian missiles kill 4 people in Kharkiv after Biden OKs a Ukrainian response using US weapons
Ukrainian officials have previously accused Russia of targeting rescue workers by hitting residential buildings with two consecutive missiles - the first one to draw emergency crews to the scene and the second one to wound or kill them. The tactic is called a "double tap" in military jargon. Russia used the same method in Syria's civil war.
‘Doctors knew Covid vaccine’s side-effects killed my daughter. But they didn’t tell us’
Dr Snehal Lunawat was the first case in which the AEFI committee accepted there was a direct correlation between vaccination and death. Many of the petitioners, like her father Dilip, have questioned why information about the side-effects wasn’t made public earlier.
Iran's supreme leader to preside over funeral for president and others killed in helicopter crash
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will begin the service at Tehran University, the caskets of the dead draped in Iranian flags with their pictures on them. On the late President Ebrahim Raisi's coffin sat a black turban - signifying his direct descendance from Islam's Prophet Muhammad.
Iran President Raisi's death: 'It wasn't us,' says Israel, following tragic helicopter crash
An Israeli official denies involvement in the helicopter crash that claimed the life of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, as reported by Reuters. Raisi, a staunch supporter of Iran's supreme leader, died alongside officials in the crash. His presidency marked continued confrontation with the US and Israel, following Trump's withdrawal from the nuclear agreement.
31 people killed by deadly strikes in Gaza as US envoy visits Israel
An Israeli strike in central Gaza killed 31 people, including civilians, amid ongoing conflict. Israeli forces advanced on Rafah, Gaza's southern city, while Hamas targeted Israeli forces at Rafah crossing. The situation has prompted US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's visit for talks. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to continue fighting Hamas, facing pressure for a post-war plan. US President Joe Biden calls for an immediate ceasefire and a regional peace deal for a two-state solution. The conflict has led to significant casualties and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with aid efforts hampered by the violence.
Pro-Palestinian protests sweep US college campuses following mass arrests at Columbia
Columbia University in New York City, Yale University, and Harvard University have all been at the center of escalating tensions surrounding the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Following the arrest of over 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators at Columbia last week, the university decided to cancel in-person classes as a precautionary measure. At Yale, around 45 protesters were arrested for trespassing after setting up tents on campus and calling for divestment from defense companies doing business with Israel.
4 people killed and 7 wounded in stabbings in northern Illinois, with a suspect in custody
Four killed, seven hurt in Illinois stabbings. Suspect in custody. Victims: 15-year-old girl, 63-year-old woman, 49-year-old man, 22-year-old man. Winnebago County Sheriff's Office, multiple addresses, Walmart stabbing, Sheriff Gary Caruana involved.
Haiti gang leader killed as transition council nears completion
A police operation killed the head of the Delmas 95 gang, Ernst Julme, known as Ti Greg, a day after another gang leader was killed in an apparent resurgence of a vigilante justice movement, police and sources confirmed.
Gaza's catastrophic food shortage means mass death is imminent, monitor says
The Integrated Food-Security Phase Classification (IPC), whose assessments are relied on by U.N. agencies, said 70% of people in parts of northern Gaza were suffering the most severe level of food shortage, more than triple the 20% threshold to be considered famine.
'US is safe': American Ambassador affirms commitment to Indian students' safety following recent tragedies
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, expressed condolences for the deaths of Indian students in the US and reassured that the safety of Indian students remains a priority. He emphasized the need for cooperation between the US and Indian governments to address such incidents and inform the public about safety measures. The Ministry of External Affairs also clarified that there was no foul play or interconnectedness in the incidents and reiterated their commitment to assisting Indian nationals abroad.
Iran Bomb Blast: Nearly 100 killed, 211 wounded in Iran bomb blasts at ceremony honoring slain general
Iran Bomb Blast: Two explosions occurred near an Iranian cemetery during a ceremony commemorating Qassem Soleimani's 2020 killing by a U.S. drone. Iranian state media reported injuries from gas canister blasts. Ambulances rushed to the scene in Kerman as attendees gathered to honor Soleimani's anniversary. Details on casualties and the situation are under monitoring by authorities.
Mass exodus in Central Gaza as IDF advances
Israeli tanks have advanced into a town in the central Gaza Strip, forcing tens of thousands of displaced Palestinian families to flee in a new exodus. Palestinian health authorities said 210 people were confirmed killed in Israeli strikes in the past 24 hours, raising the toll of the war to 21,320 dead, nearly 1 percent of the enclave's population.
Rising Worry: Mass Shootings in the US Surge in 2023
The fact that 2023 is predicted to rank as the second deadliest year ever for mass killings in the US, after 2019, makes this increase in mass shootings all the more alarming. This is undoubtedly a concerning figure that ought to cause concern for every American.
5 deadliest mass shootings in US: Las Vegas, Maine and more
US was rocked by another mass shooting incident on Wednesday when a gunman went on a shooting spree in Lewiston, a city in the northeastern state of Maine. As the country faces another case of mass shootings that has seemingly become more frequent, let's take a look at 5 of the deadliest incidents of mass shootings in the country.
At least 22 killed, dozens wounded in US mass shooting: Report
A mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine has resulted in at least 22 deaths and 50-60 injuries. The shooter is still at large, and law enforcement is investigating multiple locations. The Central Maine Medical Center is coordinating with other hospitals to treat patients. President Joe Biden has been briefed on the situation, and Maine Governor Janet Mills is also aware of the incident. Further details and updates are expected to follow.
Taliban weighs using US mass surveillance plan, met with China's Huawei
The Taliban is reportedly planning to create a large-scale camera surveillance network in Afghan cities, potentially using a plan developed by the US before its withdrawal in 2021. The Taliban has also consulted with Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei about potential cooperation. The aim of the surveillance network is to prevent attacks by international militant groups, including Islamic State.
US sets a grim milestone with new record for the deadliest six months of mass killings
From Jan. 1 to June 30, the nation endured 28 mass killings, all but one of which involved guns. The death toll rose just about every week, a constant cycle of violence and grief. Six months. 181 days. 28 mass killings. 140 victims. One country.
Two killed, dozens wounded in Baltimore mass shooting: Police
A mass shooting in Baltimore, Maryland, resulted in two deaths and 28 injuries during a street party. Police received multiple reports of gunfire and arrived to find victims with gunshot wounds. A suspect has yet to be identified, and authorities are investigating the motive for the shooting.
Weekend mass shootings leave 6 people dead and dozens injured across the US
The shootings follow a surge in homicides and other violence over the past several years that experts say accelerated during the coronavirus pandemic. They happened in suburban Chicago, Washington state, central Pennsylvania, St. Louis, Southern California and Baltimore.
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