Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:08pm on 16 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Three people died in Bangladesh during violent clashes over government job quotas. Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse students protesting for a merit-based system. The quota scheme reserves half of civil service posts for specific groups, including children of heroes from the 1971 liberation war. Critics say it benefits pro-government groups. Violence erupted as students demanded changes, while ruling party supporters opposed them. Protests have spread nationwide, with students blocking rail lines and highways. The situation remains tense as the government faces increasing pressure to address the quota system.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:28am on 16 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Donald Trump has officially won the Republican presidential nomination and chosen Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. The announcement came at the party convention in Milwaukee, where Trump is expected to receive a hero's welcome. Vance, a former critic turned loyal supporter, was rewarded for his unwavering backing. The 78-year-old Trump survived an assassination attempt just two days prior. The convention is a significant milestone in Trump's bid to reclaim the White House, solidifying his position as the Republican candidate in the upcoming election.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:42am on 16 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Former US President Donald Trump made his first public appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee since being wounded in an assassination attempt. Trump, 78, wore a bandage on his ear and received a standing ovation from the crowd. He did not address the convention, instead standing alongside his newly announced running mate, Senator J.D. Vance. The event saw loud applause and chants of "USA! USA!" Trump's appearance came two days after the attempted attack at a Pennsylvania rally. The former president's visit was seen as a show of strength and resilience.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:24am on 16 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
A body has been discovered in the search for 19-year-old Jay Slater, a British teenager who went missing in Tenerife. Spanish police believe the remains are those of Slater, with evidence suggesting a strong match. The body was found near the last location of Slater's mobile phone and had his possessions and clothes on it. Formal identification is pending a post-mortem and forensic analysis. LBT Global, a charity working with the family, confirmed the development. The discovery brings hope for closure to the Slater family, who have been searching for their loved one.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:47pm on 15 Jul 2024,Monday International
President Joe Biden condemned violence and emphasized democratic principles following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a Pennsylvania rally. Biden stressed that the power to shape America should remain with the people, not through violent acts. The suspect, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by law enforcement after shooting Trump and injuring others. Biden urged national unity, stating, "It’s time to cool it down," during a televised address. The incident sparked discussions on political tensions and security measures, prompting calls for restraint and unity in the face of escalating political divisions.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:32pm on 15 Jul 2024,Monday International
A U.S. judge has dismissed the criminal case accusing Donald Trump of illegally retaining classified documents, ruling that Special Counsel Jack Smith was unlawfully appointed. Florida-based U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, appointed by Trump, determined that Smith lacked the authority to prosecute. This decision marks a significant legal victory for Trump, who is seeking re-election. Prosecutors are expected to appeal, but the ruling casts uncertainty over the case's future. Trump had been indicted for keeping sensitive national security documents at Mar-a-Lago and obstructing efforts to retrieve them. The ruling is part of a series of favorable decisions for Trump.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:30pm on 15 Jul 2024,Monday International
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during his first visit to Israel and the Palestinian Territories. “The loss of life over the last few months... is horrendous. It has to stop,” Lammy said. He also urged the release of hostages and an increase in aid flow to Gaza. Lammy held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority PM Mohammad Mustafa, emphasizing the UK's commitment to peace and stability in the region.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:25pm on 15 Jul 2024,Monday International
Former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The 78-year-old told the New York Post he felt saved "by luck or by God." "I’m supposed to be dead," he said, describing the ordeal as a "surreal experience." A spectator was killed, and two others were wounded when Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, opened fire from a nearby rooftop. Trump, who sustained a minor injury, declared it a "miracle" and vowed to continue his campaign. Despite the ordeal, he raised his fist defiantly, symbolizing resilience.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:47am on 15 Jul 2024,Monday International
King Charles III has written a private letter to former US President Donald Trump following the assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. The letter, delivered by the British Embassy in Washington DC, condemned gun violence, echoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's sentiments. The contents of the letter remain undisclosed, but it is believed to have expressed condolences and concern for the incident that left Trump with an ear injury and claimed a spectator's life. Buckingham Palace confirmed the letter, marking a rare instance of the monarch's personal intervention in a political matter.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:40am on 15 Jul 2024,Monday International
Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, who allegedly shot at Former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania, appeared in a 2022 BlackRock Inc. advertisement. The ad, filmed at Bethel Park High School, featured Crooks and other students in the background. BlackRock confirmed Crooks' appearance and stated that the ad has been pulled, but will be available to authorities. Despite this, the video is being widely shared on social media. Crooks graduated from the high school in 2022. This revelation has sparked interest in the case, with investigators likely to review the ad as part of their investigation.