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07-31-2023
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Six people hit by car in North Carolina in suspected intentional assault on migrant workers
Six people described as migrant workers were intentionally hit by a car outside a store in North Carolina. The victims, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, were taken to the hospital. Authorities are seeking the public's help in identifying the older white male driver and the vehicle involved.
Sun bears in Hangzhou Zoo defended as 'real thing'
The Hangzhou Zoo has defended the authenticity of their sun bears after internet users questioned whether the animals were actually bears. The controversy arose after photos circulated showing one of the bears standing upright on its hind legs. Sun bears are smaller than other bear species and can stand at most 1.3 meters tall on their hind legs. Other Chinese zoos have faced similar accusations of passing off different animals as exotic species.
Man Found Dead in Hong Kong's Mid-Levels Area
A 30-year-old man's body was found on a patio in Hong Kong's upscale area. He was believed to have engaged in extreme sports and apparently fell from a rooftop. The cause of his death will be determined by an autopsy.
Blast at political rally in Pakistan leaves dozens injured
No organization has claimed responsibility for the blast at a political rally in Pakistan's northwest. Counter-terrorism officers suspect the Islamic State group may be behind it. Funerals for the victims are underway and the president has expressed grief and sorrow over the loss of lives.
Yellow Trucking Company Shuts Down and Files for Bankruptcy, Putting 30,000 Jobs at Risk
Yellow, one of the nation's largest less-than-truckload carriers, has ceased operations and filed for bankruptcy. The company's financial struggles, including a debt of $1.5 billion, have led to its closure, which puts 30,000 jobs at risk. If Yellow goes under, prices for shipments will increase as customers turn to other carriers. However, the freight market has enough capacity to handle the diversions and absorb the business.
Missile attack kills civilians in Ukraine as conflict escalates
A missile attack in Ukraine resulted in the destruction of an apartment building and part of a university, killing multiple civilians. The attack occurred during the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. In retaliation, Ukrainian forces launched artillery strikes in Donetsk province, resulting in casualties. The war has escalated with both sides using drones for attacks, leading to concerns about civilian casualties. Russian President Vladimir Putin is betting that Western support for Ukraine will decrease as the conflict continues. The Chinese government has introduced restrictions on the export of long-range civilian drones due to concerns about their use in the war. Meanwhile, Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin announced that recruitment for his Wagner Group has been suspended.
Michigan Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Injured Crash Victims' Lifetime Benefits
Michigan Supreme Court rules that a new state law cannot strip away ongoing benefits for crash victims. The law had set a fee schedule and cap on reimbursements not covered by Medicare, putting benefits at risk for approximately 18,000 people. The court deemed the benefits as a vested contractual right that cannot be diminished without declaring intent to do so.
Fatal ATV crash in Kittitas County
A 24-year-old man crashed his ATV, resulting in a gas-fueled fire that killed two people and injured two others. The cause of the crash is still unknown.
Ship carrying new vehicles catches fire in North Sea
The Fremantle Highway, a cargo ship carrying thousands of new vehicles, including electric vehicles, caught fire in the North Sea on its way from Germany to Singapore. The ship is currently being towed to an anchorage near the Dutch islands of Schiermonnikoog and Ameland, where a salvage team plans to board it for inspection. The cause of the fire is unknown, and the final destination of the ship is yet to be determined.
Shooting at Large Gathering in Muncie, Indiana Leaves One Dead and Multiple Injured
One person was killed and several others were injured after a shooting occurred at a large party in Muncie, Indiana. Emergency services responded to the incident, with some of the victims being airlifted to different medical facilities. The exact number of those injured is currently unknown. The investigation is ongoing, and the city has stated that there is no immediate threat to the public.