Author: Amanda Martinez

British technology mogul Mike Lynch was declared dead on Thursday after his body was discovered in the wreckage of a luxury yacht, which sank earlier this week off the coast of Sicily during a storm. The 59-year-old was a significant player in the UK’s technology sector also known as the British Bill Gates. He had gathered pals on the yacht to celebrate his recent acquittal in a critical US fraud trial. The 56-meter-long British-flagged Bayesian superyacht was anchored off Porticello near Palermo when it caught in a sudden storm. The yacht, carrying 22 passengers and crew members, disappeared beneath the…

On Tuesday, Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Authority detained Farhan Asif on charges of spreading misinformation that triggered UK riots. According to the FIA, Asif ran an X account and a website that spread fake information about a stabbing in Southport, England. The news falsely claimed that police had apprehended a Muslim asylum seeker for the crime, sparking widespread anger and violence across the UK. Asif’s role in spreading disinformation likely fueled far-right, anti-immigrant riots, ultimately leading to the UK’s worst unrest in nearly a decade. Consequently, the violence that erupted was a direct result of the false information, which wrongly linked…

Six people remain unaccounted for after a luxury yacht sank off Sicily coast during a powerful storm. Among the missing are UK businessman Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter, Hannah Lynch. Rescuers have yet to account for Morgan Stanley Bank International Chairman Jonathan Bloomer and his wife, Judy. Clifford Chance partner Chris Morvillo and his wife, jewelry designer Neda Morvillo, remain missing as well. The yacht now rests 50 meters below the surface, complicating the rescue efforts. This depth makes it difficult for divers to reach the debris and conduct thorough searches. When they brought the fifteen survivors ashore, Dr.…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is stalling ceasefire talks with Hamas, according to an Israeli source. Netanyahu’s constant new demands are hindering negotiations, says the source. He refuses to withdraw from the Philadelphi Corridor and Netzarim Axis, causing a stalemate. Netanyahu’s stance contradicts US President Joe Biden’s statement that Israel agreed to a recent ceasefire and prisoner swap proposal. Biden’s plan includes a three-phase deal: a truce, hostage-prisoner exchange, and Gaza’s reconstruction. However, Hamas accuses Netanyahu of setting new conditions, including refusing a permanent ceasefire and complete withdrawal from Gaza. Hamas also claims Netanyahu retracted from previous terms, obstructing the…

Tech mogul Mike Lynch’s yacht sank off the coast of Sicily early Monday morning, leading to the loss of six people, including Lynch himself and his 18-year-old daughter. The powerful storm that ravaged the Mediterranean carried the 56-meter yacht Bayesian, causing the disastrous catastrophe. Around 5 a.m. local time, the boat carrying 22 passengers and crew members, including Americans, Canadians, and British nationals, overturned. Rescuers saved 15 people, including a 1-year-old British child, while Lynch, his daughter, and 4 others remain missing. Rescue workers continue their search in the hopes of finding an impossible miracle. Mike Lynch’s name is connected…

A leading World Health Organization (WHO) expert, Dr. Hans Kluge, reassures that the mpox outbreak can be controlled and stopped. Unlike COVID-19, authorities know how to contain its spread. The key is strong action and ensuring vaccines reach the most vulnerable areas. Recently, a new variant, Clade Ib, was detected in Sweden and linked to an African outbreak. This variant has already claimed at least 450 lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Experts warn it may spread easily and cause severe disease. However, Dr. Kluge emphasizes that the risk to the general population is low. “We won’t go into…

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for three hours, describing the meeting as “positive” and conducted in “good spirit.” Blinken’s ninth trip to the region aims to secure a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Optimism about a deal emerged after talks resumed in Doha last week. However, Hamas dismisses suggestions of progress as an “illusion.” Key issues remain contested, including the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Earlier, Blinken met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, emphasizing the urgency of securing a ceasefire and hostage release deal. “This is probably the best, maybe…

Imran Khan, Pakistan’s former prime minister, is surprisingly moving from behind bars by applying to become the chancellor of Oxford University, where he studied in 1972. His adviser confirmed that Khan applied before the deadline. Khan, a former cricket star and an honorary fellow of Oxford’s Keble College, is eyeing the ceremonial role of chancellor. University graduates and academic staff will vote for the position online on October 28. Khan’s adviser posted on social media, “We look forward to everyone’s support for a historic campaign.” Candidates must not hold current student, employee, or political office holder status to be eligible.…

President Joe Biden has voiced hope regarding the likelihood of a Gaza ceasefire deal. He said that the parties are now closer to a deal than they have ever been. According to Biden’s announcement following recent talks, Secretary of State Antony Blinken will be travelling to Israel to forward these initiatives. Amid worries about possible Iranian reprisals for the murder of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh, Biden asked all concerned parties to refrain from taking any steps that would compromise the process. Hamas has expressed doubt about the likelihood of an agreement. Israel has acknowledged the efforts of the US and…

A nationwide doctors’ strike in India has intensified protests over the brutal rape and murder of a female colleague in Kolkata. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) shut down non-essential hospital services, demanding justice and better protection for women. The IMA condemned last week’s killing as a “barbaric crime” that highlights the lack of safe spaces for women. They demand stronger laws to protect medical staff from violence and increased hospital security. Protesters demanded better protection for women and justice for the victim’s family after a mob attacked the hospital where the victim worked. The IMA demands a thorough investigation and…

The Thai parliament has named Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of billionaire and former politician Thaksin Shinawatra, as prime minister. At 37, Paetongtarn Shinawatra is the nation’s youngest and second female prime minister, following her aunt Yingluck. Days after the constitutional court dismissed former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, Paetongtarn was appointed by the Pheu Thai Party. Despite placing second in the 2023 polls, Pheu Thai formed a ruling coalition. Her role involves the challenging task of reviving the economy while steering clear of military coups. She must also navigate legal issues that plagued her family’s past administrations. Parliament endorsed her on Friday…

Hurricane Ernesto intensifies as it heads toward Bermuda, with winds reaching 100mph. The storm previously left over 410,000 customers without power in Puerto Rico. Ernesto is expected to strengthen further, potentially becoming a major hurricane by Friday. The US National Hurricane Center warns of destructive waves and significant coastal flooding. As Bermuda prepares for impact, forecasters remind us climate change fuels more intense storms like Ernesto. In Puerto Rico, Luma Energy has deployed 1,500 employees to restore electricity, a daunting task given the island’s history of hurricane-related power grid failures. Notably, Hurricane Fiona knocked out power for almost a month…