VENEZUELA BANS INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES
Venezuela has revoked the operational permits of six international airlines, including Iberia and Avianca, accusing them of participating in "state terrorism" after they suspended flights due to a warning from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA had cautioned airlines about a "potentially hazardous situation" in Venezuelan airspace amid rising military activity. The Portuguese foreign affairs minister criticized the ban as disproportionate, while the Venezuelan government insists it has jurisdiction over its airspace. The situation escalates as the US has increased its military presence in the Caribbean, citing concerns over drug trafficking linked to President Nicolás Maduro.
ALBERTA PIPELINE DEAL SPARKS CONTROVERSY
In Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new energy deal with Alberta focused on a heavy oil pipeline that would connect the province's oil sands to the Pacific coast. The agreement aims to boost oil and gas exports while adhering to climate targets, but it has faced backlash from First Nations and environmentalists. Critics argue that the project contradicts Carney's previous environmental stance. Alberta's government insists on the pipeline despite opposition from British Columbia, which seeks to expand existing infrastructure instead.
HONG KONG FIRE DEATH TOLL RISES
A devastating fire in Hong Kong has claimed 83 lives, including a firefighter and two domestic workers. The blaze occurred in a complex of eight towers under renovation, with 79 others hospitalized for injuries. Authorities have arrested three individuals on suspicion of manslaughter, alleging gross negligence. As rescue efforts continue, public anger is growing over the focus on bamboo scaffolding as a potential cause of the fire, with many residents demanding accountability for the tragedy.
MISS UNIVERSE PAGEANT IN TURMOIL
The Miss Universe pageant is embroiled in controversy as arrest warrants have been issued for co-owners Raúl Rocha Cantú and Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip. Rocha faces drug and trafficking allegations, while Jakrajutatip is accused of fraud by a plastic surgeon. The pageant has been marked by dramatic incidents, including a walkout by the newly crowned Miss Universe, Fátima Bosch, amid allegations of vote rigging. The Mexican president has defended Bosch against attempts to connect her victory with the controversies surrounding the organization.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL DISCOVERIES IN PERU
In Peru, archaeologist Charles Stanish has made significant strides in understanding the Band of Holes, a series of shallow pits in the Pisco Valley. Using drone technology, Stanish and his team revealed organized patterns in the holes, suggesting they were used for agricultural storage in pre-Inca times. The findings, including microbotanical evidence of crops, challenge previous theories about the site and provide insight into ancient Andean cultures.
Wrap-up
These events illustrate the complex interplay of geopolitical tensions, environmental concerns, cultural heritage, and human tragedy across the globe. As nations grapple with these issues, the responses will shape international relations and public sentiment in the coming months.
Sources
theguardian.com
newsis.com
@hoju-korean.com Editorial Team
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