Two people died and 19 were injured Thursday when a small plane crashed through the roof of a sprawling furniture manufacturing building in Southern California where at least 200 people were working, police said.The people who died were believed to have been on the plane, while those injured were inside the building. The deceased victims will be identified after officials have contacted the next of kin, the Fullerton Police Department said in a statement.Eleven people were taken to hospitals, while eight were treated and released at the scene, police said. The injuries ranged from minor to very serious, said Michael...
‘Burqa’ Ban Effective From Jan 1st In Switzerland, Offenders To Face Fine Up To 1, 000 Swiss Francs
A Swiss prohibition on facial coverings in public spaces widely known as the “burqa ban” took effect on Wednesday (January 1). Anyone who unlawfully flouts the prohibition faces a fine of up to 1,000 Swiss francs ($1,144).In 2021 Swiss people narrowly voted in favour of banning face coverings in public, including the burka and niqab worn by Muslim women.The proposal to ban face coverings was brought by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party (SVP) and campaigned with slogans such as “Stop extremism”.Although the plan did not mention Islam directly and also called for prohibiting violent street protesters from wearing masks, it was...
Australian Airline Crew Members Allegedly Rape and Mugged In Fiji
Fiji government on Thursday stated that its police are investigating into rape and theft incidences that involve two Australian airline –Virgin Australia—crew members that transpired on New Year’s Day.According to report, the crew members who were supposed to fly off the following day, had visited a popular tourist of Nadi on a layover.Fiji Acting Commissioner of Police, Juki Fong Chew in a statement had confirmed that investigations shows two crew members had gone into a night club in Nadi.In his words: “Unfortunately, two of the crew members were victims of an alleged theft and rape after exiting the night club...
Fire Outbreak At The Kantamanto Market Near Accra Railway Station Affects Over 100 Shops.
Authorities in Ghana have responded to a large fire at the Kantamanto Market near the Accra Railway Station in early hour of Thursday.In a video Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) share on social media, showcases their effort in battling the outbreak.The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has halted the power supply in the area to facilitate firefighting efforts, however, the cause of the fire is unclear.According to local media, this is not be the first time Kantamanto market will be experiencing fire outbreak.Many of victims affected have asked the government for assistance to enable them get back into contributing their...
Lagos State Governor Receives WBA Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua
The governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu received former WBO, IBF, and WBA heavyweight champion, Anthony Oluwafemi Joshua at the State House.Sanwo-Olu who expressed delight at the visit declared the state support for the boxer, giving him the state souvenir to remind of the visit.“I was delighted to welcome boxing icon Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua during his visit to Lagos. Our city is a hub of fun, culture, and endless inspiration, and it’s always a joy to host champions like Anthony, who draw motivation from our vibrant energy and spirit.“As Anthony prepares for a bigger and better 2025, we encourage...
New Orleans Attack: Man Tears Up Recounting Separation With Friend While Trying to Escape.
Man tears up while narrating his experiences trying to escape the attack alongside his friend, until he looked back and realized his friend was not with him.“He was coming up all onto the sidewalk… we had already made it inside the divot, or that is what I thought…”“I turned around to see who’s all in here, because it was supposed to be three of us. I turned around… and I don’t see my friend…”
