Switzerland: Gunman Kills 2 in Southern Town of Sion
On December 11, 2023, Two individuals lost their lives, and another was injured when a 36-year-old gunman opened fire at two different locations before 8 a.m. in Switzerland.
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TikTok Users Increasingly Using the App for News, Pew Report
TikTok is emerging as a source of news for a growing number of users. According to a recent survey conducted by Pew Research, the percentage of TikTok users who rely on the platform for news has almost doubled since 2020.
Malaysia: 10 killed After Private Jet Crashes on a Highway
A plane accident on a highway in Malaysia’s Selangor state has left at least 10 individuals dead, sending shockwaves through the country and then beyond. This tragic incident, which happened close to Shah Alam, saw a little airplane with eight people on board crash onto the road.
Anti-Government Protests: Tens of Thousands Rally in Belgrade
Anti-government protests in Belgrade, Serbia, have continued for the fifth time this month, with tens of thousands of people gathering to demand the resignation of top officials and an end to violence in the media.
Utah School District Bans Bible for ‘Vulgarity and Violence’
The Davis School District in Utah has removed the Bible from elementary and middle schools after a parent complained that it contained “vulgarity and violence.”
Senegal Violence: Deadly Clashes in Following Opposition Leader’s Sentencing
Senegal, known for its stability and democratic tradition in West Africa, has been plunged into a state of political turmoil and violent clashes following the sentencing of prominent opposition leader Ousmane Sonko.
British Airways Fined $1.1 Million by U.S For Delay of Refunds
British Airways has been fined $1.1 million by the US government over claims that it failed to provide timely refunds for cancelled flights during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pterosaurs: The Discovery of a 107-Million-Year-Old Winged Reptile
Researchers have confirmed the discovery of 107-million-year-old pterosaur bones in Australia, making them the oldest pterosaurs remains ever found in the country.
Zimbabwe’s Controversial Bill Criminalizing ‘Unpatriotic Acts’
The Zimbabwe parliament has passed a bill known as the Criminal Law Code Amendment Bill, which includes a clause called the “Patriotic Act.” This clause criminalizes “willfully damaging the sovereignty and national interest of Zimbabwe.”
FTC Fines Amazon For Privacy Violations with $30 Million for Ring and Alexa
Amazon has agreed to pay over $30 million to settle allegations of privacy violations by its Ring and Alexa divisions. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit against Amazon’s Ring doorbell unit, claiming that it violated the FTC Act by engaging in unfair or deceptive business practices.
