Tuesday, April 28
A North Carolina tourist in Venice became a victim of pickpocketing, but she bravely confronted the suspected thieves after her purse and passport were stolen. Tracking her stolen items using 'Find My Friends,' she caught one of the teenagers by the ponytail until police arrived.
France summoned US Ambassador Charles Kushner after he criticised President Macron's government for its handling of antisemitism, sparking diplomatic tensions. Kushner's remarks, published in the Wall Street Journal, alleged a surge in antisemitic incidents following the Hamas attack and linked it to France's stance on Palestinian statehood.
SpaceX postponed Sunday's Starship test flight due to a ground systems issue, marking another setback for the giant rocket. The uncrewed test aimed to push the upper stage through trials, but past flights have faced explosions. Despite reliability concerns and pressure from analysts, SpaceX maintains its rapid testing approach, with Musk still aiming for Mars missions next year.
The University of South Carolina issued and then lifted a shelter-in-place order Sunday evening following reports of a possible active shooter near the Thomas Cooper Library. Officials confirmed there was no gunman, attributing the alert to an abundance of caution after a video circulated online.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland construction worker once wrongly deported to El Salvador, surrendered to US authorities amidst claims of MS-13 affiliation. Facing human smuggling charges he denies, Abrego Garcia now faces potential deportation to Uganda under a controversial agreement. His case involves legal battles, family separation, and accusations from Homeland Security, leaving his future uncertain.
An 11-year-old boy's viral dance moves have revitalized Indonesia's Pacu Jalur boat race, drawing record crowds and international attention. Rayyan Arkan Dikha's energetic performance at the bow of a boat has attracted millions of views, inspiring even international sports stars to join the craze.
