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Pope Francis undergoes surgery in Rome hospital
Pope Francis underwent a Laparotomy and abdominal wall plastic surgery with prosthesis under general anesthesia in Gemelli hospital in Rome. The surgery was arranged in the last few days and he is expected to stay for several days for recovery.
Two teenagers arrested in connection with Houston bike trail robberies
Two 17-year-old male juveniles have been arrested and charged with robbery and evading arrest in connection with a spate of robberies that have taken place on the Columbia Tap Bike Trail in Houston, involving five victims who were robbed, assaulted, and held up at gunpoint. Police are still looking for more suspects involved in the attacks.
NATO to test readiness with massive military exercise
The Air Defender 23 exercise will see 10,000 participants and 250 aircraft from 25 nations respond to a simulated attack on a NATO member country. The U.S. is sending 2,000 U.S. Air National Guard personnel and about 100 aircraft to take part in the training maneuvers. Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2014 has heightened military tensions on the continent.
White woman arrested in fatal shooting of Black mother in Florida
Susan Louise Lorincz has been arrested in the death of Ajike Owens, a Black mother of four, after firing a gunshot through her front door. Authorities have charged Lorincz with manslaughter with a firearm, culpable negligence, battery, and two counts of assault. The case has raised questions about Florida's controversial stand your ground law, but Sheriff Billy Woods has stated that this was not a stand your ground case. Owens' family has expressed relief at the arrest but concerns about the impact of stand your ground laws on cases such as this.
Turkish Lira weakens by over 7% as Erdogan's unconventional economic policies persist
The Turkish lira has weakened by around 7% against the dollar and euro on Wednesday, bringing its loss to over 8% since Erdogan's new government assumed power. This is largely attributed to Erdogan's unconventional economic policies, such as keeping borrowing costs low despite inflationary pressures. However, the reappointment of Mehmet Simsek, a well-respected former banker, as treasury and finance minister offers hope for a return to more conventional economic policies.
Philadelphia activist pleads guilty to federal charges of obstructing law enforcement
Anthony Smith pleaded guilty to a federal charge of obstructing law enforcement during a civil disorder after flipping over a police car parked outside City Hall during the protests following George Floyd’s death. Smith’s plea comes after Philadelphia officials announced a $9.25 million settlement over lawsuits filed by him and other activists challenging the police response to the protests and civil disorder. Smith's attorney said his client's bad judgement during that time was not a reflection of who he is as a person, as he has long been a positive force in the community. Other defendants who pleaded guilty to setting fire to cars during the demonstration were also sentenced to shorter terms. The settlement will be distributed among 343 plaintiffs in connection with police actions during the protests that erupted in West Philadelphia and along Interstate 676 in the city center.
Artist Françoise Gilot, who had fiery romance with Picasso, dies aged 98
Françoise Gilot, the French painter and lifelong Picasso critic, died on December 26, 2021, in New York City, aged 98. Gilot, who produced art from her teenage years until five years ago, would still be best known for her relationship with the older Pablo Picasso, whom she met in 1943 at age 21. The union produced two children, but unlike the other key women in Picasso’s life, Gilot eventually walked out.
Small plane crashes in New York state, killing two
Two men were killed after their Cirrus SR22 plane crashed in New York state. The plane, equipped with an airframe parachute, crashed just minutes after refueling. Witnesses reported seeing a parachute deploy before the plane crashed.
Prince Harry testifies in phone hacking case against Mirror Group
Prince Harry testified in London's High Court regarding his claim against Mirror Group and other British tabloid publishers, citing phone hacking and illegal methods used to invade his privacy. Harry believes the hacking was prevalent at least three newspapers and is seeking accountability and reform in the press. Mirror Group denies or does not admit his allegations. This is the first time a senior member of the royal family has testified in court in over 130 years.
NYC files lawsuit against Hyundai and Kia over vehicle thefts
New York City has filed a lawsuit against Hyundai Motor America and Kia America Inc. after a surge in vehicle thefts. The lawsuit claims the carmakers failed to adopt immobilizer technology to prevent theft and that the thefts are negatively impacting public safety and emergency services. Hyundai says it is committed to ensuring the quality and integrity of its products and made engine immobilizers standard on all vehicles from November 2021, but a subset of entry-level models are still not equipped. Last month, Hyundai and Kia reached a settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit over vehicle thefts.