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Telegram Co-Founder Pavel Durov Arrested in France

Telegram Co-Founder Pavel Durov Arrested in France

August 25, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Pavel Durov, the co-founder of Telegram, was arrested by French authorities on Saturday for allegedly allowing criminal activities on the messaging platform, as reported by local media. Durov, a 39-year-old Franco-Russian national, was detained at Paris-Le Bourget airport after arriving from Azerbaijan. The arrest was carried out under a warrant issued by the Juvenile Office (OFMIN) of the National Directorate of Criminal Investigation. He is expected to appear before an investigating judge in...

Russian-American Woman Sentenced to 12 Years for Treason After $51 Donation to Ukrainian Military

Russian-American Woman Sentenced to 12 Years for Treason After $51 Donation to Ukrainian Military

August 22, 2024 • 12:00 AM

A Russian court has sentenced Ksenia Karelina, a 33-year-old dual Russian-American citizen, to 12 years in prison on charges of high treason for donating $51.80 to the Ukrainian military. The Russian prosecution initially sought a 15-year sentence for Karelina, who was arrested in February 2024 in Yekaterinburg and has been held in pre-trial detention since. In addition to the prison sentence, Karelina has been fined 300,000 rubles (approximately EUR3,070) and will face movement restrictions for...

"Canary Islands with Venezuela"

August 18, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, August 17, 2024 - Hundreds of Venezuelans gathered this Saturday in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, responding to the call from the Venezuelan opposition to protest against Nicolás Maduro's proclamation as the winner of the July 28 presidential elections. The Venezuelan community, one of the largest in the Canary Islands, assembled in the central Plaza de España, where they displayed a large Venezuelan flag and chanted slogans in support of Edmundo González, the opposition...

The Quantum Leap: How Quantum Computing is Shaping the Future of Science

The Quantum Leap: How Quantum Computing is Shaping the Future of Science

August 15, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Science has always been at the forefront of technological advancements, pushing the boundaries of what we understand about the universe. One of the most exciting frontiers in science today is quantum computing, a revolutionary field poised to transform not only how we process information but also how we conduct scientific research itself. What is Quantum Computing? Quantum computing is based on the principles of quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of particles...

WHO Expresses Concern Over New Mpox Strain as Global Cases and Deaths Rise

WHO Expresses Concern Over New Mpox Strain as Global Cases and Deaths Rise

August 10, 2024 • 12:00 AM

The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised concerns about a new strain of the mpox virus, formerly known as monkeypox. The virus has already resulted in more than 450 deaths, prompting fears within the international community due to its high virulence and mortality rates. Authorities are considering implementing new measures as the situation evolves, with projections indicating that the death toll could continue to rise. Mpox, a viral disease that causes skin lesions and rashes, particularly...

Canary Islands Set to Break Tourism Records in 2024

Canary Islands Set to Break Tourism Records in 2024

August 10, 2024 • 12:00 AM

The Canary Islands are on track to achieve their best year in tourism history in 2024, according to official data as of June. In the first half of the year, the islands welcomed 8.74 million tourists, marking an 11.4% increase compared to the same period in 2023. Out of this total, 7.81 million were international visitors, representing a 12.4% rise (an additional 970,000 people) from the previous year. Domestic tourists, including those from mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands, reached...

Tragic Plane Crash in São Paulo Leaves 62 Dead: No Survivors, Says President Lula

Tragic Plane Crash in São Paulo Leaves 62 Dead: No Survivors, Says President Lula

August 9, 2024 • 12:00 AM

A tragic plane crash occurred on Friday in Vinhedo, a residential area in São Paulo, Brazil, claiming the lives of all 62 people on board. The aircraft, an ATR-72-500 operated by Voepass, was en route from Cascavel, Paraná, to São Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport when it lost control and crashed at approximately 1:25 p.m. local time. The twin-engine plane, carrying 58 passengers and four crew members, spiraled out of control before plummeting into the backyards of two homes on Edueta...

Collapse in Moselle River Hotel in Germany: One Dead and Eight Trapped

Collapse in Moselle River Hotel in Germany: One Dead and Eight Trapped

August 7, 2024 • 12:00 AM

A portion of a hotel in Kroev, located in the Moselle River region in western Germany, collapsed around 11:00 PM on Tuesday night. At the time of the incident, fourteen people were inside the building. Five individuals managed to exit the building unharmed, but nine others were trapped inside. By early Wednesday morning, emergency services confirmed that one person had died, although they had not yet recovered the body. Authorities were in contact with some of the eight remaining trapped...

Violence in Bangladesh: Over 34 Dead in Clashes Between Students and Government Supporters

Violence in Bangladesh: Over 34 Dead in Clashes Between Students and Government Supporters

August 4, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Dhaka, Bangladesh, August 4, 2024 - At least 34 people have died this Sunday in Bangladesh following clashes between students demanding the government's resignation and supporters of the ruling Awami League party, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The protests, initially peaceful and sparked in early July, have escalated into violence, resulting in over 200 deaths so far. The unrest began with a student movement opposing reserved quotas in public sector jobs for descendants of those who...

Kamala Harris to Unveil Running Mate Amidst Anticipation and Key Campaign Stops

Kamala Harris to Unveil Running Mate Amidst Anticipation and Key Campaign Stops

July 31, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Washington, D.C. - With the U.S. presidential election rapidly approaching, the Democratic Party is poised to reveal Kamala Harris's vice-presidential running mate. The announcement, expected on August 6, will coincide with a significant campaign rally in Philadelphia, marking the start of an intensive series of campaign events in strategically important states. The selection of the vice-presidential candidate is crucial, as this individual could potentially ascend to the presidency and shape...

Body Believed to be Missing Teen Jay Slater Found in Tenerife

Body Believed to be Missing Teen Jay Slater Found in Tenerife

July 15, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Human remains suspected to belong to Jay Slater, a British teenager who went missing last month, have been discovered near Masca in Tenerife. The remains were found in a location close to where Jay's mobile phone was last detected, along with personal items and clothes identified as his. Formal identification is pending. Jay Slater, 19, from Lancashire, disappeared on June 17 after being last seen in Buenavista del Norte. He had traveled to the island for a holiday and was last seen with two men...

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Havoc Across Germany

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Havoc Across Germany

June 30, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Overnight into Sunday, severe thunderstorms unleashed chaos across large swathes of Germany. Particularly in the western and southwestern regions, heavy rainfall and hail pummeled the area. The German Weather Service (DWD) reported wind speeds reaching up to 100 kilometers per hour, akin to near-hurricane force. By Sunday morning, the DWD had lifted all previous severe weather warnings for thunderstorms. However, meteorologists continued to caution about lingering strong storms in northern and...

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