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Supreme Court allows legal challenge to Louisiana electoral maps
The US Supreme Court has allowed a legal challenge to go forward against a Louisiana electoral map, which had previously been on hold. The court had previously rejected a congressional redistricting map in Alabama for similar concerns. Both maps had been accused of diluting Black voting power in violation of the federal Voting Rights Act. The justices have allowed the Louisiana case to move forward in advance of next year's congressional elections.
Multiple fatalities in shooting at Kansas City parking lot
At least three people were killed and five others injured in a shooting that occurred in a parking lot southeast of downtown Kansas City early Sunday. A man, who is a subject of interest, was taken into custody on Sunday afternoon, according to authorities. No arrests have been announced, and a motive is under investigation. The incident comes amid a 28% increase in homicides in Kansas City this year.
FAA Grounds National and Dulles Airports for Repairs
Departures from National and Dulles international airports were halted due to ongoing repairs.
US Supreme Court won't hear appeal over school dress code
Charter Day School's dress code, which aimed to encourage chivalry and respect for female students, violated students' constitutional rights. The Supreme Court declined to hear the school's appeal, upholding the federal appeals court's ruling. The dress code has been revised to allow girls to wear pants.
Myanmar burns $207 million worth of drugs as experts warn of increased production
Myanmar burns $207 million worth of seized drugs, including opium, heroin, and methamphetamine, coinciding with the UN's International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The country is a major producer and exporter of methamphetamine and the world’s second-largest opium and heroin producer. Experts have warned that political unrest in Myanmar has caused an increase in drug production, particularly opium, with estimates of opium production predicted to spike in 2022.
Muslim pilgrimage of Hajj returns to full capacity in Mecca
The annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca has returned to full capacity for the first time since the pandemic began, with millions of Muslims making the five-day ritual circuit around the Kaaba to commemorate Ibrahim, Ismail and Hajar. After completing the circuit, pilgrims will camp in Mina where they will pray before traveling to Mount Arafat and collecting pebbles for the symbolic stoning of the devil. The final three days coincide with the Eid al-Adha festival.
Australia wins case against Russia over site near Parliament House
Australia's High Court has ruled that Russia must vacate a site near Parliament House as its lease was terminated over security grounds. The court dismissed Russia's application for an injunction to hold on to the empty block, with the government's lawyer suggesting that Russia was applying for the injunction to protect its own security and intelligence interests. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the ruling and expected the Russians to leave the site. The legal wrangle is a new low point in strained relations between Russia and one of Ukraine's most generous supporters outside NATO. Albanese also announces an additional AUD 110m ($74m) in aid to Ukraine.
Denmark to donate F-16s to Ukraine after adopting F-35s
Denmark plans to provide F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine after switching to F-35s by late 2025. However, the Ukrainian pilots must complete six to eight months of training. Denmark has ordered 27 F-35A fighter jets, which will replace more than 40-year-old F-16s. The U.S. and other NATO countries recently agreed to allow Ukrainian pilots to receive training on F-16 fighters.
US invests $3.3bn in electric buses
The US has invested 8.3bn over three years, as it seeks to enhance public health and support a more sustainable future.
Alpine F1 team secures $218M investment from group including actors
French automotive company Renault's subsidiary, Alpine, has secured a 24% stake in its F1 team through a $218m investment, which includes Otro Capital, RedBird Capital, Maximum Effort Investments, Michael B. Jordan, among others. The move is expected to fuel the team's growth and improve its F1 performance.