Author: Amanda Martinez

Militants from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) stormed a passenger train in southwestern Pakistan, holding hundreds of people hostage. The train attack occurred in Balochistan’s remote Sibi district as the Jaffar Express traveled from Quetta to Peshawar.  Officials reported that the separatist group first bombed the railway track before stopping the train near a tunnel. Local authorities confirmed that 400 and 450 passengers were aboard the nine-carriage train when the attack occurred. Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind stated that an emergency had been declared at a major hospital in Sibi. Security forces responded swiftly, deploying personnel to the mountainous region…

Recovery is challenging after hackers laundered $300 million from a historic $1.5 billion crypto crime. Two weeks ago, the Lazarus Group used sophisticated methods to modify Waller addresses to gain access to the ByBit cryptocurrency exchange and steal digital assets.  Authorities and cybersecurity specialists have been attempting to monitor and prevent their attempts to cash out the stolen money ever since. The criminals known as the Lazarus Group work around the clock, deploying sophisticated tools to erase their financial footprints. Dr Tom Robinson, the company’s co-founder, says these hackers operate in shifts, ensuring near continuous laundering of illicit funds. He…

Krissy Barrett, Australian Federal Police (AFP) Deputy Commissioner, has revealed that a shocking plot to detonate an explosive-laden caravan in Sydney was a hoax. The caravan, discovered in northwestern Sydney on January 19, contained enough explosives to produce a 40m-wide blast. However, investigators believed the plot was a hoax “almost immediately.” The ease of finding the caravan, the visibility of the explosives, and the lack of a detonator all raised suspicions. Meanwhile, police refrained from sharing their concerns with the public, citing an “abundance of caution” as they continued to receive tip-offs about related terror plots. These tip-offs have since…

In Ukraine, at least 25 people lost their lives as missile strikes devastated multiple regions, with Donetsk suffering the deadliest attack. Ballistic missiles struck eight residential structures and a retail center in Dobropillya on Friday night, according to officials, killing 11 people and injuring 40 more, including 6 children.  When Russian soldiers launched another strike against emergency staff, rescuers hurried to help survivors, President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on social media. He denounced Moscow’s persistent aggressiveness, stressing that such assaults expose Russia’s real motivations. Other Russian strikes in Donetsk killed nine and wounded 13 between Friday and Saturday, while drone attacks…

A South Korean court overturned the Yoon Suk Yeol’s arrest, releasing him after 52 days in detention, despite his martial law trial. His supporters cheered as he walked free on Saturday, but his legal troubles were far from over.  Authorities arrested Yoon in January after he resisted being taken into custody for two weeks, leading to clashes between his security detail and police. Prosecutors charged him with attempting to impose martial law in December, a move that lasted about six hours but divided the nation. Yoon’s legal team successfully argued that keeping him in custody was unlawful, and the court…

According to SpaceX, the uncrewed spacecraft lost touch with the Earth following a rapid unscheduled disassembly during its ascent. The explosion occurred shortly after the starship launched from Texas on Thursday, stopping flights and causing warnings about falling debris.  The SpaceX starship, the largest rocket ever built, spiraled out of control shortly after liftoff before disintegrating mid-air. Images from the Caribbean show flaming debris flying across the sky, but no reports of damage or casualties have been reported. The 123-meter spacecraft was scheduled to return to Earth’s atmosphere over the Indian Ocean after a one-hour test flight. The main spacecraft…

A massive unexploded bomb from World War II halted Eurostar to London and disrupted all rail traffic to northern France on Friday. Workers found the explosive at 4 a.m. near the railway tracks in Saint-Denis, prompting an immediate security lockdown at Gare du Nord. Paris police secured the area while bomb disposal experts from the city’s demining unit assessed the situation. Authorities described the device as a serious threat, suspending all suburban regional and international trains departing from the station. After the WWII bomb discovery, an SNCF spokesperson described the unexploded ordnance as massive, forcing a complete shutdown of rail…

Target’s DEI boycott started Wednesday as customers protested the company’s recent decision to change diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Rev. Jamal Bryant, a well-known Atlanta pastor, initiated the 40-day boycott to highlight Target’s move away from its DEI commitments.  The controversy began on January 24 when Target announced significant changes to its diversity programs, including eliminating hiring goals for minority employees. The company also dissolved an executive committee focused on racial justice, sparking outrage among longtime DEI supporters. Target insisted it remained committed to inclusivity under its new “Belonging at the Bullseye,” strategy introduced last year. Critics argue that Target…

A South Korean fighter jet bombing injured seven people after an Air Force KF-16 accidentally dropped 8 bombs in a civilian district. During a live-fire military exercise, the incident happened at 10:04 a.m. local time in Pocheon, a city near the North Korean border. Authorities reported that four people suffered serious injuries, while three had minor wounds. A 60-year-old driver sustained a neck injury from shrapnel, and two others suffered fractures. A local care center confirmed that a teacher was hospitalized after the explosion shattered the building’s windows. According to South Korea’s Air Force, the bombs landed outside the designated…

Following former President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs on all Chinese goods, the trade dispute between the United States and China has become more intense. China swiftly responded by imposing tariffs on US agricultural products ranging from 10% to 15%. China’s embassy in Washington responded by restating the nation’s position, saying Beijing is ready for any fight, whether a military or a trade war. This rhetoric is one of China’s most forceful remarks since Trump took office. China warns the US of war after senior Chinese officials discussed economic and security issues at Beijing’s National People’s Congress. China Increases Military…

Trump’s rejection of the reconstruction plan for Gaza has sparked controversy as Arab leaders push forward with a $53 billion postwar proposal for the territory. On Tuesday night, the White House confirmed that President Donald Trump opposed the reconstruction plan endorsed by Arab nations.  Trump’s Administration stated that he prefers his vision, which involves removing Palestinian residents and turning Gaza into a US-controlled riviera. Officials claim the current proposal ignores the reality of Gaza’s uninhabitable conditions and widespread destruction. Egypt introduced a plan that would remove Hamas from power and transition governance to a reformed Palestinian Authority. Unlike Trump’s vision,…

Markets reacted negatively after Trump’s tariff retaliation, which renewed trade tensions, with major US indices closing sharply lower. The Dow Jones fell 1.4%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropped 1.75% and 2.6%, respectively, reflecting investor unease. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau denounced the tariffs and warned of strong countermeasures to protect Canada’s economy. Foreign Minister Melanie Joly outlined a plan to impose tariffs on US imports of C$155 billion. The first wave of $30 billion in duties will target everyday products. Joly described the tariffs as threatening Canada’s workforce, stating that thousands of jobs are on the line. China…