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'Shattered souls': tears as horror of stabbing spree retold at UK court
The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a UK knife rampage wept in court Thursday as they relived the chilling details of a frenzied attack on a girls' dance class.

Hibatullah Akhundzada: Afghanistan's reclusive Taliban leader
Secluded in his stronghold in southern Afghanistan, reclusive Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada is the cornerstone of the movement that has ruled the country unchallenged since reclaiming power in 2021, strictly enforcing Islamic law.

Spain govt to cover full cost of repairing flood-damaged buildings
Spain's central government will cover the full cost of rebuilding schools, libraries and other municipal buildings damaged in last year's deadly floods, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Thursday.

Tears, gasps as UK court hears horrific details of stabbing spree
The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a knife rampage that sparked the country's worst riots in years wept in court Thursday as prosecutors described the frenzied attack.

S.African anti-apartheid activists sue govt over lack of justice
Twenty-five families of victims and survivors of apartheid-era crimes are suing the South African government over a "gross failure" to investigate and prosecute perpetrators, said the rights group representing victims on Thursday.

Cocaine seizures in Rotterdam down sharply
Europe's largest port Rotterdam saw a significant decrease in cocaine smuggled through its gates last year, Dutch law authorities said Thursday, citing increased security measures and stronger international cooperation.
UK child killer ordered out of stabbing spree sentencing
A UK teenager who murdered three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country's worst riots in over a decade was Thursday ordered out of court by a judge for disrupting the start of his sentencing.

Negligence played key role in Turkey ski resort deaths: expert
Negligence played a role in the deaths of 78 people who perished when a huge fire gutted a luxury ski resort hotel in northern Turkey this week, an expert has told AFP.

J-pop star Nakai to retire after sex misconduct allegations: media
One of Japan's biggest pop stars and best-known TV hosts, Masahiro Nakai, announced his retirement Thursday over sexual misconduct allegations, reports said, in the latest scandal to rock Japan's entertainment industry.

S. Korea investigators recommend Yoon be charged with insurrection, abuse of power
South Korean investigators recommended Thursday that impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol be charged with insurrection and abuse of power, as they handed over the results of their probe into his ill-fated declaration of martial law to prosecutors.

Axel Rudakubana: troubled teen whose knife rampage shocked Britain
Once an unassuming schoolboy who attended a UK drama club, teenager Axel Rudakubana retreated into his own world over the years, searching for increasingly violent images online.

UK teen faces sentencing over murders that sparked riots
A UK judge is due on Thursday to sentence a teenager who brutally murdered three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country's worst riots in over a decade.

Mass evacuations after explosive new fire erupts near Los Angeles
A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes, in a region already on edge after two deadly blazes.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) In Conjunction With Subsidiary Green Rain Solar Inc., Launch a Visionary Video Showcasing Solar Energy Solutions
PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) and its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., are proud to unveil an inspiring video that highlights their mission to revolutionize urban solar energy solutions. The video, available on YouTube, provides an engaging glimpse into how Green Rain Solar Inc. is transforming rooftops into sustainable energy hubs that seamlessly integrate with the grid.

New explosive wildfire erupts near Los Angeles
A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking thousands of evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes.

Musk seeks Trump pardon for 'Bitcoin Jesus,' charged with fraud
Elon Musk said Tuesday he was exploring a presidential pardon for "Bitcoin Jesus," who was arrested last year on fraud and tax evasion charges, after applauding Donald Trump for exonerating the founder of a dark web drug marketplace.

Knife attacker in Germany kills two, including child
A knife attacker in Germany killed a two-year-old child and a man and seriously wounded two other people on Wednesday, said police, who arrested an Afghan suspect at the scene.

Simmering anger as Turkey buries ski hotel fire victims
Anger was growing in Turkey on Thursday as allegations piled up that negligence played a role in the deaths of 76 people who perished when a huge fire swept through a luxury ski resort hotel in northern Turkey.

'She jumped out and died': witnesses recall hell of Turkey hotel fire
As soon as he escaped the burning ski resort hotel, Necmi Kepcetutan knew he had to help those still trapped inside who were screaming for help, including several of his young students.

Simmering anger as Turkey begins burying 76 fire victims
Turkey was preparing to bury its dead Wednesday a day after a huge fire killed 76 people at a ski resort hotel, as questions grew over safety measures at the luxury establishment.

Indonesia rescuers search for survivors as landslide kills 19
Hundreds of rescuers were searching through thick mud and debris to find survivors Wednesday after a rain-triggered landslide in Indonesia killed at least 19 people and left seven missing.

Indonesia rescuers search for survivors as landslide kills at least 17
Hundreds of rescuers were searching through thick mud and debris to find survivors Wednesday after a rain-triggered landslide in Indonesia killed at least 17 people and left nine missing.

S. Korea to overhaul some airports after Jeju Air crash
South Korean authorities said on Wednesday they will change the concrete barriers used for navigation at some airports across the country after the Jeju Air crash that left 179 people dead.

Lanterns light up southern Chinese city ahead of Lunar New Year
Dozens of giant lanterns in the shape of mythical creatures, flowers and legendary characters light up the night sky in southern China -- a dreamlike spectacle to mark the upcoming Lunar New Year holidays.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) Subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., Explores Selling Development Rights for Solar Farm Project in Greece, NY
PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 22, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) through its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., is actively exploring the sale of development rights for a groundbreaking solar energy project located at 4777 Dewey Avenue, Greece, New York. This strategic move aims to generate funding for the advancement of solar energy projects nationwide.

States sue over Trump bid to end birthright citizenship
A coalition of Democratic-leaning states launched legal action Tuesday seeking to block Donald Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship in the United States.

Trump pardons of Capitol rioters spark jubilation, outrage
US President Donald Trump's sweeping pardons of Capitol rioters drew starkly contrasting reactions on Tuesday, largely embraced by his Republican supporters and vehemently condemned by Democrats.

France-Italy trains to return after 19-month landslide closure
The hugely popular train line linking Paris with the Italian cities of Turin and Milan is to reopen in March and April after a 19-month closure forced when a landslide damaged a tunnel, French railway operator SNCF and Italian counterpart Trenitalia announced Tuesday.

Nigerian scammers accused in AI-driven fake Brad Pitt fraud
A French woman who lost her life savings to scammers pretending to be American actor Brad Pitt is seeking to unmask at least three Nigerians her legal team accuses of defrauding her.

France's Galthie defends Jegou, Auradou Six Nations selection after rape case dismissal
France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Tuesday he and his coaches take "complete responsibility" for including two players in his Six Nations squad who were investigated for rape in Argentina before the case was dismissed.

EU, China warn against trade friction after Trump's return
EU, German and Chinese leaders took turns defending global cooperation in Davos on Tuesday as the spectre of new trade wars looms following Donald Trump's return to the White House.

Rain-triggered landslide kills 17 in Indonesia
A landslide triggered by heavy rain on Indonesia's main island of Java has killed at least 17 people with nine others missing, disaster officials said on Tuesday.