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Japanese man arrested at Hawaii airport for allegedly having inert grenades in his luggage.

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The terminal at Hawaii’s Hilo International Airport was temporarily evacuated after a bomb squad investigated the potential threat posed by items resembling grenades. A Japanese man was arrested when security screeners allegedly discovered two grenade-like items in his bag, which were later confirmed to be inert, according to local police. A statement from the Hawaii […] The post Japanese man arrested at Hawaii airport for allegedly having inert grenades in his luggage. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9Rk0R

China is constructing wind and solar power facilities at twice the rate of the rest of the world, according to a report.

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China is on track to reach 1,200GW of installed wind and solar capacity by the end of 2024, six years ahead of Beijing’s target. According to a report, the amount of wind and solar power under construction in China is now nearly double that of the rest of the world combined. Research released on Thursday […] The post China is constructing wind and solar power facilities at twice the rate of the rest of the world, according to a report. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9RQTt

Dubai influencer fined €1,800 for trespassing on Sardinia’s iconic pink beach.

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Authorities have caught up with a woman who allegedly sailed a dinghy to an off-limits shore after she posted videos about it. A Dubai-based influencer has been fined €1,800 for trespassing on Sardinia’s pink-tinged beach before sharing videos and photos of her escapade on social media. According to reports in the Italian press, the woman […] The post Dubai influencer fined €1,800 for trespassing on Sardinia’s iconic pink beach. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9PRjf

Irish woman faces charges of ‘attempting suicide’ in Dubai court

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Public figures are calling for the release of Tori Towey, a 28-year-old Irish woman who claims her suicide attempt was in response to an alleged domestic violence attack. Towey, who works as an airline cabin crew member in the United Arab Emirates, has been charged by a Dubai court with “attempting suicide” and alcohol abuse. […] The post Irish woman faces charges of ‘attempting suicide’ in Dubai court first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9P7Ck

New Zealand’s sea temperatures have reached record highs, surpassing global averages.

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New Zealand’s sea temperatures have reached unprecedented highs, significantly exceeding global averages and raising concerns about the health of local marine life and ecosystems. Experts emphasize that this new data dispels the belief that New Zealand is shielded from extreme temperatures. According to recent data from Stats NZ, oceanic sea-surface temperatures in New Zealand have […] The post New Zealand’s sea temperatures have reached record highs, surpassing global averages. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9P6vK

United Airlines flight loses a wheel during take-off in Los Angeles.

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A United Airlines jet lost a landing-gear wheel during take-off from Los Angeles, but safely landed at its destination in Denver without any injuries, the airline reported. “The wheel has been recovered in Los Angeles, and we are investigating what caused this event,” United said in a statement on Monday. This marks the second such […] The post United Airlines flight loses a wheel during take-off in Los Angeles. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9M9xR

Tony Blair advises Starmer to maintain control over immigration to address the surge in far-right movements.

Tony Blair has urged Keir Starmer to “close off the avenues” for the populist right by maintaining strict immigration controls. The former prime minister emphasized the need for the new government to address grievances exploited by parties like Nigel Farage’s Reform UK while remaining centrist to keep Labour’s electoral coalition intact. Blair acknowledged the positive […] The post Tony Blair advises Starmer to maintain control over immigration to address the surge in far-right movements. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9Lc0v

Brazilian police claim a crime ring allegedly linked to Bolsonaro sold official luxury gifts valued at $1.2 million.

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Federal police investigators have alleged that a criminal group, purportedly involving Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro, attempted to illegally divert and sell luxury gifts from foreign leaders valued at over $1.2 million. These allegations surfaced on Monday, just three days after Bolsonaro was formally accused by police of embezzlement, money laundering, and criminal association, potentially […] The post Brazilian police claim a crime ring allegedly linked to Bolsonaro sold official luxury gifts valued at $1.2 million. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9LbrK

“We were terrified”: France’s centrist and leftwing voters finally feel relief.

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Early predictions of a far-right majority were proven wrong, but questions about the future remain. A nervous energy filled the crowd at Lyon’s Place de la République. As the final polls closed in one of the most significant elections in recent memory, hundreds gathered, anxiously awaiting the results. Just after 8 PM, Florent Martins ran […] The post “We were terrified”: France’s centrist and leftwing voters finally feel relief. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9J6nB

Heatwave in Japan Causes Four Deaths, Prompts Heatstroke Alerts Nationwide.

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Japan’s meteorological agency has issued a heatstroke alert for 26 of the country’s 47 prefectures, urging residents to avoid going outside unless absolutely necessary, use air conditioning day and night, and stay hydrated. Extreme heat warnings were issued after temperatures reached 40°C for the first time this year on Sunday, as Japan endures another heatwave. […] The post Heatwave in Japan Causes Four Deaths, Prompts Heatstroke Alerts Nationwide. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9J6ZD

Boeing is set to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with the 737 Max crashes, according to the Justice Department.

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Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge related to the two fatal crashes of 737 Max jetliners, after the government determined the company had violated a previous agreement that shielded it from prosecution for over three years. This plea deal, which still needs a federal judge’s approval, includes a nearly $250 […] The post Boeing is set to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with the 737 Max crashes, according to the Justice Department. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9J6GH

EU Plans to Impose Customs Duty on Cheap Goods, Impacting Online Retailers like Shein & Temu.

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The European Union is advancing plans to impose customs duties on low-cost goods, a move that could affect imports from online retailers and potentially impact the anticipated London listing of fast-fashion seller Shein. This potential policy shift comes amidst rising concerns from retailers in mainland Europe, the UK, and the US about increasing competition from […] The post EU Plans to Impose Customs Duty on Cheap Goods, Impacting Online Retailers like Shein & Temu. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9Byz2

‘I’m ready to finish’: Andy Murray admits time is right to end tennis career

Andy Murray says the time has come to shut the door on his illustrious career after he and his brother, Jamie, were defeated in the first round of the men’s doubles at his final Wimbledon. “I’m ready to finish playing because I can’t play to the level that I would want to any more,” he […] The post ‘I’m ready to finish’: Andy Murray admits time is right to end tennis career first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9BbnM

You can now have AI versions of Judy Garland or James Dean read the news to you.

I follow an account on X (formerly Twitter) called @LizaMinnelliOutlives. It’s not run by the icon herself but lists notable deaths or agreements. In an unexpected twist, the real Liza Minnelli now hears new words from her deceased mother, Judy Garland. The actress and singer has given ElevenLabs, an AI startup specializing in voice cloning, […] The post You can now have AI versions of Judy Garland or James Dean read the news to you. first appeared on GagsHub. http://dlvr.it/T9BbT0