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Large fire at Indiana recycling plant forces evacuation of over 2,000 residents
Over 2,000 residents have been evacuated after a large fire broke out at an Indiana recycling plant on Tuesday afternoon. Anyone downwind of the incident has been advised to shelter in place due to concerns over the toxic smoke. The fire has been contained, but is expected to burn for several days. Local residents have expressed concern about the air quality, with one describing the smell as similar to burning tires.
China Keeps Up Military Pressure Against Taiwan Despite Ending Exercises
China has kept the military pressure on Taiwan after ending three days of large-scale air and sea exercises. Taiwan's Ministry of Transportation says that China's Civil Aviation Administration has set up a control zone from April 16-18 to restrict flights in parts of northern Taiwan. Taiwan has strongly protested and was able to get China to reduce the flight ban time from three days to 27 minutes on the morning of April 16. Taiwan's Defense Ministry says its tracking 35 flights by Chinese warplanes within the last 24 hours and eight navy vessels in the waters surrounding the island.
Florida prepares for 100th execution as 'ninja killer' set to die
Louis Bernard Gaskin, who was dubbed 'ninja killer' for wearing all-black ninja clothing, is scheduled to be executed in Florida for the 1989 murder of Robert and Georgette Sturmfels. He was also convicted of armed robbery, burglary, and attempted murder, and confessed to the crimes before his trial. Florida law currently requires a unanimous jury vote for capital punishment, but a bill may be passed allowing 8-4 jury recommendations. This will be the 100th execution since the reinstatement of the death penalty, with 297 still on death row.
Higher-ups to be charged in Mexico migrant center fire case
Several officials of the Mexican immigration agency headed by Francisco Garduño will face charges for failing to carry out their duties, following the fire that killed 40 people at a migrant detention center. There have long been complaints about corruption and bad conditions at Mexico’s migrant detention facilities, but they have never been seriously addressed. The victims were flown back to their home countries, and some already received a funeral.
Trapped climbers in Nepal's Khumbu Icefall, one of the most treacherous sections of Mount Everest
Two climbers became trapped in a crevasse of Mount Everest's Khumbu Icefall, a dangerous section of the climb, as they made their way to the mountain's first camp. Rescue teams are searching on foot for the two climbers as a rescue helicopter attempts to locate them. The Khumbu Icefall is known for its constantly shifting glaciers, deep crevasses, and overhanging ice as big as 10-story buildings. The area was the location of one of the deadliest disasters in Everest climbing history in 2014 when an avalanche of ice killed 16 Sherpa guides. Hundreds of foreign climbers and Nepalese guides are currently attempting to scale the mountain during the main climbing season, which ends at the end of May.
MLB Teams Extend Alcohol Sales As Shorter Games Mean Shorter Drinking Time
At least four MLB teams have extended their alcohol sales through the eighth inning due to shorter MLB games, thanks to the new pitch clock and other rules. Some minor league teams have seen no drop in concession sales despite shorter games. Teams already had areas around ballparks where fans could get alcohol after the seventh inning. MLB says it does not regulate when teams sell alcohol, but many teams cut off sales in the seventh inning to avoid overserving customers who drive home after the game.
Mom claims United Airlines staff refused to accommodate son's peanut allergy during flight
A New Jersey mom has filed a complaint against United Airlines claiming that staff refused to accommodate her son's 'life-threatening' peanut allergy during a recent flight. Lianne Mandelbaum, who also runs the No Nut Traveler charity, claimed she told a flight attendant about the allergy but was later met with a rude response from a different staff member. She said she felt threatened and subsequently paid for Wi-Fi to file a complaint, prompting United Airlines to say it is looking into the incident.
Massive eruption from Kamchatka's Shiveluch volcano engulfs villages in volcanic dust
Shiveluch, one of Kamchatka's most active volcanoes, has erupted, spewing dust over 500 kilometers and engulfing several villages in volcanic dust. The eruption is the largest fallout in nearly 60 years. The area has been closed to aircraft and residents have been advised to stay indoors. Shiveluch has two parts - the 10,771-foot Old Shiveluch and the smaller, highly active Young Shiveluch. The Kamchatka Peninsula is one of the world's most concentrated areas of geothermal activity with about 30 active volcanoes.
Manhattan DA sues Rep. Jim Jordan for 'unprecedentedly brazen and unconstitutional attack'
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg sued Rep. Jim Jordan, alleging an attack launched by Jordan to intimidate the DA. Jordan led the charge against Bragg and demanded documents related to Bragg's investigation of Trump. Bragg's lawsuit seeks to stop the enforcement of the subpoena. The lawsuit accused Jordan and House Republicans of participating in a campaign of intimidation and obstruction. The tense back-and-forth between Bragg and Jordan continued Monday as House Republicans announced plans to hold a hearing on New York City crime in Bragg's backyard.
Workers injured after part of courthouse floor collapses
Three workers were hospitalized after part of the third floor of the Tomochichi Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in Savannah collapsed. The rest of the building was evacuated and shut down until a structural engineer can evaluate it. It is in the midst of a $75 million renovation, but it is unclear why the 30 square feet of the floor collapsed. No courthouse personnel were injured or in the area when it happened, and the injuries of the workers were not life-threatening.