Tennessee's execution of Christa Pike failed as she survived two lethal injections, with medical staff reporting she was conscious and snoring during the procedure. The state's execution protocol was followed, but the attempt ended in a botched execution.
Australian couple and Israeli passengers saved after pilot stabbed co-pilot on flydubai flight, which plunged 17,000 feet before emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Incident highlights courage and quick thinking in aviation crisis.
Tennessee's execution of Christa Pike failed as she survived two lethal injections, with medical staff reporting she is conscious and snoring. The attempt, which followed a legal challenge, ended with Pike being taken to a hospital for treatment. The state's protocol was followed, but the execution did not proceed as planned.
The U.S. Federal Reserve's Inspector General cleared former Chair Jerome Powell of criminal charges related to the $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed's headquarters. The 120-page report found no evidence of wrongdoing, though it criticized the project's management and budget controls.
Tennessee will execute Christa Pike, the only woman on its death row, marking the first execution of a woman in the state in 200 years. The Supreme Court cleared the way for the lethal injection, overturning a stay granted by a lower court. Pike, 50, was convicted of murdering a classmate in 1995 at 18, and faces execution despite claims of childhood trauma and mental illness.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in military generals and admirals, signaling a major shift in the armed forces. The move follows a year of restructuring under President Trump, with high-ranking officers being removed due to perceived political influences. Hegseth frames the cuts as a necessary purge to streamline the military and prepare for future conflicts.
Tennessee governor halts execution of Christa Gail Pike after second failed lethal injection attempt. Pike, 50, survived two doses of pentobarbital and was taken to hospital. The state has halted remaining executions for 2026.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in the number of U.S. generals and admirals, citing a focus on accountability and a cultural shift away from what he calls 'woke' policies. The cuts, set to be completed by 2027, target a 10% reduction already announced last spring, affecting roughly 800 flag and general officer positions.
UAE prosecutors have launched an investigation into a midair altercation on a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, which forced the plane to be diverted to Saudi Arabia. The incident involved a stabbing between pilots, with the co-pilot allegedly trying to crash the plane. The UAE's chief prosecutor has jurisdiction over the incident due to the aircraft's registration and the potential link to terrorist activity.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in the number of generals and admirals, marking a significant shift in the U.S. military's structure. The move, part of a broader cultural transformation, aims to realign the armed forces with a focus on war-fighting and traditional values.
South Korea announced a $200 billion investment in U.S. energy projects, including the Alaska LNG pipeline, eight nuclear power plants, and a 6-gigawatt power generation facility in Texas. The investment is part of a broader $350 billion strategic package tied to a 2025 trade deal with Donald Trump.
Swiss glaciers lost 5% of their ice in 2026 due to a record heatwave and insufficient snowfall. The retreat is part of a five-year trend that has seen nearly 20% of ice lost, raising concerns about water supplies and the long-term survival of Europe's glaciers.
Tennessee's execution of Christa Pike, a 50-year-old death row inmate, failed after two lethal injections failed to kill her. The execution, which was the subject of a last-minute legal battle, was halted as she was taken to a hospital.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in the number of generals and admirals in the U.S. military during a 'State of the Force' address. The cuts, which include a 10% reduction since 2023, have drawn bipartisan criticism for their perceived partisanship and impact on military leadership. Hegseth defended the moves as necessary for accountability and modernization, despite concerns over the potential politicization of the military.
Tennessee halted the execution of Christa Gail Pike after a failed lethal injection, marking the first time a woman has been executed in the state in over 200 years. Pike, 50, was scheduled for execution at 10am Wednesday but was found alive and snoring after two doses of pentobarbital were administered.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday Israel will investigate the co-pilot involved in an attempted crash of an Israel-bound flydubai flight, with the incident involving a stabbing on board and a near-miss with a 14,000-foot plunge.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu hailed a Flydubai pilot as a hero after he prevented a potential disaster on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The plane, which was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, avoided a catastrophic crash after passengers subdued the attacker. The incident involved a violent cockpit fight between the pilots, resulting in a dramatic drop in altitude.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in the number of U.S. military generals and admirals, calling it an 'accountability' measure. The cuts, part of a broader effort to reshape the military, have drawn bipartisan criticism for targeting officers perceived as out of step with his 'war-fighting' vision. Hegseth emphasized a 'color-blind' approach, focusing on merit and combat readiness over diversity initiatives.
Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a 20% reduction in U.S. military generals and admirals during his 'State of the Force' address, marking a significant shift in military structure. The move, part of a broader cultural overhaul, targets what Hegseth calls 'woke' culture, including rollbacks of diversity programs and new screening for 'testosterone deficiency' among male personnel. The cuts, aimed at streamlining the military, have drawn bipartisan criticism for their potential impact on leadership and readiness.
Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike was still alive hours after receiving lethal injection drugs, according to her lawyers. The execution, which was halted after a botched attempt, has raised concerns about the state's ability to carry out a lawful execution.
Israeli pilot and co-pilot clash leads to diverted Flydubai flight. A flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted after a pilot stabbed his co-pilot in the cockpit, causing the plane to drop 17,000 feet. The aircraft landed safely in Saudi Arabia after passengers and crew intervened.
Swiss glaciers lost 5.5% of their ice in 2026, according to a report by the Swiss Glacier Monitoring Network (GLAMOS). The record heatwave and low snowfall contributed to unprecedented melting, with the Aletsch Glacier experiencing its biggest-ever melt. The loss threatens water supplies and raises concerns about the long-term survival of Europe's ice fields.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed a pilot stabbed a co-pilot on a Tel Aviv-bound flight, with the attacker attempting to crash the aircraft. The incident involved a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a cockpit altercation. The plane landed safely in Tabuk, with 174 passengers unharmed.
Tennessee's first execution of a woman in 200 years was delayed after a woman survived two doses of the death penalty drug. Christa Pike, 50, was scheduled for execution but remained alive hours after the injection, prompting a delay.