Africa
South Africa denies criminal gang ties
South Africa Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has denied allegations of having ties to criminal gangs. He was accused by KwaZulu-Natal police leader Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Mchunu was also accused of interfering with police investigations involving politically motivated murders. He has denied all allegations.
Kenya protests leave two dead
At least two people were killed during anti-government protests in Kenya. Police reportedly opened fire during the demonstrations. Kenyans were protesting to mark the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba protests. Last month, 19 people were killed while thousands of buildings were looted during nationwide protests that honored those killed during2024 anti-tax protests.
Asia
Pakistan police arrest owners of pet lion
Police in Pakistan arrested the owners of a pet lion after the animal escaped in the eastern city of Lahore. A woman and her two children were attacked and injured by the animal but are now in stable condition. It is legal to own big cats in Pakistan, but the owners of the lion did not have a license. Police accused the owners of negligence leading to the animal’s escape.
Ferry sinks off Indonesia island
Six people were killed when a boat carrying 53 passengers, and 12 crew members sank off Indonesia’s tourist island of Bali. The incident occurred last Wednesday when the boat was traveling to Bali from Banyuwangi on the eastern coast of Java Island. Reports suggest there may have been more passengers on board than were listed, and officials are investigating the cause of the incident.
Europe
Paris river reopens after century long ban
For the first time since 1923, the River Seine in Paris has reopened to the public for swimming. The River Seine features three designated areas for public swimming, including near the Eiffel Tower, close to Notre Dame Cathedral, and one in eastern Paris. Swimming was originally banned in the river because of deadly levels of water pollution.
Tesco plans launch in Ireland
Retailer Tesco is planning to create 400 new jobs in the Republic of Ireland by opening 10 stores over the next year. Job positions include customer assistant roles, grocery home delivery drivers, and line managers. Ireland officials described the opening of the stores as an incredible boost for local towns and the Irish economy.
Latin America
Mexican boxer arrested by ICE
Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr was arrested by US immigration agents. He is set to be deported to Mexico where he will face “an active arrest warrant… for his involvement in organized crime,” according to US officials. Chavez recently fought Jake Paul in a match in California. Chavez’s lawyers denied that he is involved with criminal gangs.
Ancient Peru city discovered
Archaeologists in Peru announced the discovery of a 3,500-year-old city named Peñico. The city is believed to have served as a trading hub for early Pacific coast communities and people who lived in the Andes mountains and Amazon basin. The city included 18 structures like ceremonial temples and residential complexes. Archaeologists see the discovery as a key factor for understanding what happened to the Carlan civilization after they were impacted by climate change.
North America
Chicago shooting leaves four dead
Four people were killed in Chicago in a drive-by shooting last week. The incident occurred outside a Chicago nightclub. As of Monday, police have yet to take anyone into custody. Among the victims included two men, ages 24 and 25, and two women, aged 26 and 27 years old.
Idaho shooter admits to murdering college students
Bryan Kohberger, a 30-year-old man in Idaho, plead guilty to murdering four roommates in an Idaho college town. By admitting to the murders, Kohberger avoided the death penalty. The incident occurred in November 2022, and he was indicted in May 2023. The victims were Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, and Madison Mogen.
