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Italian Olympians 'insulted' by torch relay snub
AFP, Published on 14/01/2026
» ROME - Persistent complaints by former Italian Olympians that they had been snubbed as relay torchbearers in favour of celebrities drew a reaction on Tuesday from politicians led by Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini.
Power bank catches fire on Scoot flight from Hong Kong to Singapore
Online Reporters, Published on 24/11/2025
» A small fire in a passenger's overheated power bank caused consternation on a Scoot flight from Hong Kong to Singapore but was quickly extenguished by cabin crew, with no injures reported.
Residents of Ukrainian city fear second occupation
AFP, Published on 30/10/2025
» BORIVSKE, Ukraine - Devastated by years of Russian attacks, the nine-storey buildings that dot the skyline of Kupiansk in northeast Ukraine now “stand like black candles”, local resident Vitaly Bardas recalled.
French couple plan three-month swim across Atlantic
Reuters, Published on 20/09/2025
» MARSEILLE, France - A French couple is training in the Mediterranean to prepare for what they hope will be a record-breaking three-month relay swim across the Atlantic.
How China's new 'durian express' recalls emperor's efforts to sate consort's lychee love
South China Morning Post, Published on 20/09/2025
» Native to Southeast Asia, durian is a highly divisive fruit. Some people love it, while others cannot stand being in the same room with one.
US strikes another alleged Venezuelan drug boat as tensions rise
AFP, Published on 16/09/2025
» WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump said US forces killed three people Monday in a new strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, as Venezuelan counterpart Nicolas Maduro vowed to defend against Washington's "aggression."
King Charles leads tributes on VJ Day 80th anniversary
AFP, Published on 15/08/2025
» LONDON - King Charles III led commemorations on Friday for World War II veterans and those who lived through the devastating conflict, lauding their “courage” as Britain marked the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
Denver air traffic briefly lost communications on Monday, FAA says
Reuters, Published on 16/05/2025
» The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said on Thursday that Denver air traffic control lost communications for about two minutes on Monday but was able to maintain contact through an emergency frequency.
Huge fire after leak in Petronas gas pipeline in Malaysia
Reuters, Published on 01/04/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — A gas pipeline operated by Malaysia state energy firm Petronas caught fire on Tuesday on the outskirts of the capital Kuala Lumpur, authorities said, with operations ongoing to try to tackle the blaze.
Mission over for private US lander after wonky landing
AFP, Published on 08/03/2025
» WASHINGTON - Intuitive Machines' second Moon mission ended in disappointment Friday after its spacecraft tipped over and was left unable to recharge its solar-powered batteries, mirroring the US company's first attempt last year.