Israel launched a rare airstrike that killed a senior Hezbollah military official in a densely populated southern Beirut neighborhood on Friday. It was the deadliest such strike on Lebanon’s capital in decades, with Lebanese authorities reporting at least 31 people killed and dozens more wounded in the attack. The Israeli military’s chief spokesman, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, said the strike on Beirut’s southern Dahiya district killed Ibrahim Akil, a commander of Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force, as well as 10 other Hezbollah operatives. “We will continue pursuing our enemies in order to defend our citizens, even in Dahiya, in Beirut,” said Israeli Defense Minister Yoav…
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By Tsoku Maela Lines of coconut palms move to the rhythms of paradise and restrain the forest from the powdery-white sand and inviting waters. Nosy Be (which means ‘large island’ in Malagasy) is the hub of this archipelago of islands off the north-western coast of Madagascar and is Madagascar’s best beach destination. While lemurs and otherworldly creatures like the panther chameleon play in the forest, you can slip into the deep blue and snorkel or dive along pristine coral reefs, brushing past fish, dolphins, turtles, manta rays, and whale sharks. Nosy Be isn’t just a playground for scuba diving and sport…
Bad Bunny LyricsCheck out on the translated English lyrics for Bad Bunny’s latest track, Una Velita, and immerse yourself in the poetic storytelling.Bad Bunny – Una Velita LyricsIntroHow did this moment come?The year flies byBut this month always drags onIt’s serious and threateningThe sky is darkeningAnd the wind is already blowingThe sea is getting furiousAnd the mountain is prayingChorusAyy, it’s starting to rain, it’s gonna happen againHere comes the storm, comes the stormIt’s starting to rain, it’s gonna happen againHere comes the storm, who will save us?Post-ChorusAh, ah, ah-ah-ahAh, ah, ah-ah-ahAh, ah, ah-ah-ah-ah-ahAh-ahAnd may God protect Puerto RicoIn the name…
If anyone knows firsthand about the upside of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, it’s Nick Saban. The former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach held that role when Young was under center for two full seasons as a starter in 2021 and 2022.But just two years removed from wrapping up a two-year stretch with Alabama that featured 79 touchdown passes and 12 interceptions, Young is preparing to hold a clipboard for Week 3 of the NFL season. Following Panthers head coach Dave Canales announcing the decision to bench Young after two games, Saban was among many who expressed strong feelings about…
Internal review identifies poor planning, communication breakdown and ‘complacency’ of some agents.The United States Secret Service has acknowledged a series of security failures it made during a July campaign rally where Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was shot at and wounded in the ear. In a review of the July 13 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Secret Service identified “deficiencies” in advanced security planning and poor coordination with local police, said the agency’s acting director, Ronald Rowe. “While some members of the advance team were very diligent, there was complacency on the part of others that led to a…
Body camera footage of Brooklyn subway shooting The NYPD has released body camera video from the police shooting inside a Brooklyn subway station last weekend. The shooting left four people injured, including the suspect, an officer and two innocent bystanders. NEW YORK – The NYPD has released body camera video from the police shooting inside a Brooklyn subway station last weekend. The shooting left four people injured, including the suspect, an officer and two innocent bystanders. Authorities say the incident began when 37-year-old Derrell Mickles charged at officers with a knife while on the platform of the Sutter Avenue subway…
The World Health Organization has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern. The global health community has learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and enabled rapid access to vaccine financing during the early stages of the mpox health emergency. Gavi is supporting this effort and is committed to building a stockpile of mpox vaccines for rapid deployment in the event of future outbreaks. On September 18, 2024, just over 30 days since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the latest mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, Gavi, the organization I lead, concluded a transaction with the vaccine manufacturer…
Niphkeys, Zinoleesky and BNXN LyricsNiphkeys and Zinoleesky alongside BNXN are back with another enchanting song, get ready to be captivated by the lyrics below and sing along to the mesmerizing Close To Me by the trio.Niphkeys, Zinoleesky & BNXN – Close To Me LyricsIBK IBKNiphkeys NiphkeysIf you fit tell me say you dey for meIt will be nice honeyI no go be the first to get Kele, wey no dey try for mePause wait a minute for meOhh ohhMake e no cause gbege eBefore we misinterpret each otherMake I tell you as e dey be oh na na naOhh! Girl,…
On Saturday, 37 NASCAR Cup Series drivers will do battle in another edition of the Bristol Night Race. Saturday’s race is also the third race of the 2024 Cup Series playoffs, and at the end of the night, four drivers will be eliminated from championship contention. Here’s what you need to know before another Bristol barnburner.Two former champs, Hamlin in danger of eliminationDenny Hamlin, 2017 champion Martin Truex Jr. and 2012 champion Brad Keselowski all enter Saturday’s race below the cut line, and all three drivers will need big points days in order to advance to the Round of 12.…
Military judge releases King for good behaviour and time served after sentencing him to 12 months of confinement.United States soldier Travis King, who fled to North Korea and was taken into custody there, was sentenced to one year of confinement and then freed based on time already served, according to his lawyer. King pleaded guilty to five charges – including desertion, assault on a noncommissioned officer and three counts of disobeying an officer – as part of a plea deal that was accepted on Friday by a military judge in Fort Bliss, Texas, said his lawyer Franklin Rosenblatt. The soldier…