Africa
Ghana church collapse leaves three dead
Three people were killed this past weekend when a three-story building being used as a church collapsed on worshippers in Ghana. Officials said they are “90-95 percent” certain that no other victims are trapped inside. The building collapsed after heavy rain, and officials are investigating the incident.
Shops and restaurants to have curfew in Egypt
Retail and dining businesses will be forced to close early in Egypt to combat high energy prices caused by the Iran war. The Egyptian government is also planning to dim streetlights and roadside advertising while many employees in the country have been told to work from home for one day a week. Egypt isn’t involved in the Iran war but relies on imported fuel from the blocked Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
Asia
Former Nepal prime minister arrested
Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was arrested over his alleged involvement in a deadly crackdown on protests last year in which 70-plus people were killed. He has previously rejected findings from a commission that accused him of criminal negligence. Protests took place last year in Nepal over corruption, economic conditions, and a social media ban.
Former Taiwan president candidate sentenced
Ko Wen-je, a former Tapei mayor and presidential contender, has been sentenced to 17 years in jail. He was found guilty of corruption and misusing political donations during his 2024 presidential campaign. Ko was also accused of accepting cash bribes involving a real estate deal when he served as mayor. He has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
Europe
Paris police stop bomb attack
Police in Paris arrested three people who are accused of attempting a bomb attack on Bank of America’s headquarters in France. A French official said the attempted attack could be linked to the US-Israel war on Iran. The suspects are allowed to be held for 96 hours under French law but could be held for longer if approved by a court.
Migrants die off Greek coast
At least 22 migrants died off the Greek coast after traveling six days in a dinghy toward Europe. Officials rescued 26 survivors, and two of them were taken to a local hospital. The coastguard said the boat had left from Libya, and it’s likely that poor weather and a lack of food and water contributed to the deaths.
Latin America
Bolsonaro on temporary house arrest
Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro will spend the next three months under house arrest because of poor health. He was taken two weeks ago from his cell to a private clinic and diagnosed with pneumonia. Bolsonaro is currently serving a 27-year jail sentence for leading a conspiracy aimed at keeping him in power.
Russia oil tanker in Cuba
For the first time since January, an oil shipment has arrived in Cuba after President Donald Trump said he has no problem with countries sending supplies to the country. The Trump administration has imposed a de facto oil blockade on Cuba since the beginning of the year. Since then, the country has experienced numerous nation-wide blackouts because of fuel shortages.
North America
Bank of America reaches settlement with Epstein victims
Bank of America, who was accused of facilitating Jeffery Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, reached a $72.5 million settlement with Epstein’s victims. The bank was accused by a woman who says she was abused by Epstein and held two accounts at Bank of America at the direction of his team. The woman’s lawsuit alleged the bank had information on Epstein’s sex trafficking operation. Bank of America said the settlement makes no admission of liability or wrongdoing.
Helicopter crash in Hawaii leaves three dead
Three people were killed when a helicopter crashed near Kalalau beach, off the Hawaiian island of Kauai. The helicopter was operated by Airborne Aviation, a company that advertises adventure tours. Two years ago, another tour helicopter crashed in Kauai, leaving three people dead.
