8/18/2024: Crisis at Pearl Harbor; Dr. Kuznetzov; Indian Relay
First, military families say a base’s water was unsafe. Then, a report on deadly landmines plaguing Ukraine. And, a look inside the dangerous Indian Relay horse race
First, military families say a base’s water was unsafe. Then, a report on deadly landmines plaguing Ukraine. And, a look inside the dangerous Indian Relay horse race
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev accused Russia of shooting down an Azerbaijani passenger plane, killing 38 of 67 passengers. Aliyev demanded an apology, acknowledgment of guilt, and compensation. Survivors reported loud noises, and the Kremlin admitted active air defence systems. Investigations are ongoing with a joint probe at the crash site.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as director of national intelligence; Trump removes official overseeing executive ethics
The Election Commission may order a criminal FIR against former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal for failing to substantiate claims that Haryana’s BJP government poisoned Yamuna waters. The EC emphasized that his allegations could incite public disorder and disharmony between states, raising possibilities of legal action for violating the model code of conduct.
A Bengaluru couple was arrested for growing cannabis in their home garden after the wife unknowingly shared photos and videos of the illegal plants on Facebook. Although tipped off and given time to discard the evidence, police still found traces of cannabis and approximately 54 grams of the substance.
Some Walmart shareholders say the retailer hasn’t offered a good business case for canceling its diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Dale Steyn has announced his departure from Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he served as the bowling coach since 2022, citing personal reasons. Steyn will continue his role with Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20. During his stint at SRH, Steyn mentored quite a few Indian pacers, one of them being Umran Malik.