Larry Lee
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South Korean Police Raid Jeju Air and Airport Operator in Probe of Deadly Plane Crash
South Korean police on Thursday raided the offices of Jeju Air and Muan International Airport's operator as part of their investigation into the country's deadliest aviation disaster in years. The crash of Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 on Sunday claimed 179 lives when the Boeing 737-800 failed to deploy its landing gear, overshot the runway, and collided with a rigid embankment before bursting into flames. 
South Korean police on Thursday raided the offices of Jeju Air and Muan International Airport's operator as part of their investigation into the country's deadliest aviation disaster in years. The crash of Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 on Sunday claimed 179 lives when the Boeing 737-800 failed to deploy its landing gear, overshot the runway, and collided with a rigid embankment before bursting into flames. -
Deadly Shooting in Montenegro Leaves 10 Dead, Including Two Children
A gunman in Montenegro killed 10 people, including two children, in a tragic mass shooting that has left the nation in shock. The attacker, identified as 45-year-old Aleksandar Martinović, launched a deadly rampage in the small town of Cetinje on Wednesday before taking his own life after being cornered by police. Authorities described the incident as one of the most devastating in Montenegro's recent history. 
A gunman in Montenegro killed 10 people, including two children, in a tragic mass shooting that has left the nation in shock. The attacker, identified as 45-year-old Aleksandar Martinović, launched a deadly rampage in the small town of Cetinje on Wednesday before taking his own life after being cornered by police. Authorities described the incident as one of the most devastating in Montenegro's recent history. -
Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill Twelve, Including Women and Children, as War Escalates Into New Year
At least 12 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed on New Year's Day as Israeli strikes targeted locations across the Gaza Strip. The attacks marked a grim continuation of the nearly 15-month war between Israel and Hamas, with no resolution in sight. 
At least 12 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed on New Year's Day as Israeli strikes targeted locations across the Gaza Strip. The attacks marked a grim continuation of the nearly 15-month war between Israel and Hamas, with no resolution in sight. -
Ukraine Shuts Down Russian Gas Transit, Delivering Economic Blow to Moscow
Ukraine has officially ceased the transit of Russian natural gas to Europe through its pipeline network, marking the expiration of a decades-long agreement that once served as a critical energy lifeline for European nations. The halt, effective January 1, 2025, reflects Kyiv's decision not to renew a five-year transit deal with Russia's state-owned Gazprom, a move Ukrainian officials describe as pivotal to safeguarding national security amid ongoing conflict with Moscow. 
Ukraine has officially ceased the transit of Russian natural gas to Europe through its pipeline network, marking the expiration of a decades-long agreement that once served as a critical energy lifeline for European nations. The halt, effective January 1, 2025, reflects Kyiv's decision not to renew a five-year transit deal with Russia's state-owned Gazprom, a move Ukrainian officials describe as pivotal to safeguarding national security amid ongoing conflict with Moscow. -
Houthis Claim Missile Strikes on Jerusalem and Ben-Gurion Airport as Israel Vows Retaliation
The Iran-backed Houthi group in Yemen claimed responsibility for missile strikes targeting critical Israeli sites, including Ben-Gurion International Airport and a power station in Jerusalem. Although Israel's Iron Dome system intercepted the missile late Monday, the attack underscores rising tensions as the Houthis align themselves more openly with Palestinian factions amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. 
The Iran-backed Houthi group in Yemen claimed responsibility for missile strikes targeting critical Israeli sites, including Ben-Gurion International Airport and a power station in Jerusalem. Although Israel's Iron Dome system intercepted the missile late Monday, the attack underscores rising tensions as the Houthis align themselves more openly with Palestinian factions amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. -
How Many Boeing Plane Crashes Have Occurred in 2024 and What We Know About the 737-800 Model
The aviation world is facing heightened unease in 2024 after multiple Boeing incidents culminated in a devastating crash in South Korea. That accident, involving a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, resulted in 179 fatalities among the 181 passengers and crew, marking the deadliest aviation disaster of the year. The aviation world is facing heightened unease in 2024 after multiple Boeing incidents culminated in a devastating crash in South Korea. That accident, involving a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, resulted in 179 fatalities among the 181 passengers and crew, marking the deadliest aviation disaster of the year. -
Putin’s Desperate Push to Bolster Troops Could Backfire With Severe Economic Consequences
Russian President Vladimir Putin's latest efforts to bolster his military through financial incentives have raised alarm among Western officials and analysts, who warn of potential long-term economic repercussions. With the Ukraine conflict nearing its third year, the Kremlin is scrambling to maintain troop levels amidst soaring casualties and growing public fatigue. Russian President Vladimir Putin's latest efforts to bolster his military through financial incentives have raised alarm among Western officials and analysts, who warn of potential long-term economic repercussions. With the Ukraine conflict nearing its third year, the Kremlin is scrambling to maintain troop levels amidst soaring casualties and growing public fatigue. -
South Korea Pursues Arrest Warrant for Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol Amid Martial Law Probe
South Korean authorities have escalated their investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol, requesting an arrest warrant for the impeached leader over his controversial martial law decree. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO) filed the request with the Seoul Western District Court on Monday, alleging abuse of authority and orchestrating a rebellion. 
South Korean authorities have escalated their investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol, requesting an arrest warrant for the impeached leader over his controversial martial law decree. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO) filed the request with the Seoul Western District Court on Monday, alleging abuse of authority and orchestrating a rebellion. -
Overloaded Truck Carrying Wedding Party Plunges Into River, Killing 71 in Ethiopia
At least 71 people lost their lives in Ethiopia on Sunday evening when a truck carrying passengers, including a wedding party, veered off a bridge and plunged into a river in the southern Sidama region. The devastating accident occurred in the Bona district, approximately 300 kilometers south of the capital, Addis Ababa, according to local officials and a regional government statement. 
At least 71 people lost their lives in Ethiopia on Sunday evening when a truck carrying passengers, including a wedding party, veered off a bridge and plunged into a river in the southern Sidama region. The devastating accident occurred in the Bona district, approximately 300 kilometers south of the capital, Addis Ababa, according to local officials and a regional government statement. -
Netanyahu to Undergo Prostate Surgery as Corruption Trial and Middle East Conflicts Intensify
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 75, is scheduled to undergo prostate removal surgery on Sunday following a urinary tract infection diagnosis earlier in the week. The procedure, necessitated by a benign enlargement of his prostate, will temporarily sideline Israel's longest-serving leader as he navigates multiple domestic and international challenges, including a corruption trial and ongoing military operations in the Middle East. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 75, is scheduled to undergo prostate removal surgery on Sunday following a urinary tract infection diagnosis earlier in the week. The procedure, necessitated by a benign enlargement of his prostate, will temporarily sideline Israel's longest-serving leader as he navigates multiple domestic and international challenges, including a corruption trial and ongoing military operations in the Middle East.
