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75-Year-Old Japanese Woman Arrested for Keeping Daughter's Body in Freezer for Two Decades
Sep 26, 2025 01:48 am CST
Japanese authorities have arrested a 75-year-old woman named Keiko Mori who confessed to preserving her daughter's body in a deep freezer for approximately 20 years in her Ibaraki prefecture home. Police discovered the corpse positioned face-down in the freezer after Mori reported her actions. The deceased, identified as her daughter Makiko born in 1975, was found dressed in minimal clothing. Mori, who was arrested on charges of improper body disposal, claimed she purchased the freezer specifically to contain the odor from the decomposing remains.
Kremlin Maintains Trump Still Committed to Ukraine Peace Despite Shift in Rhetoric
Sep 26, 2025 01:47 am CST
The Kremlin expressed confidence that President Trump remains committed to achieving peace in Ukraine despite his recent pro-Kyiv statements following a meeting with President Zelenskiy. While Trump suggested Ukraine could recapture all Russian-occupied territories, Moscow interprets varying Washington rhetoric as consistent with peace efforts, with Russian officials stating they remain open to negotiations as the conflict enters its fourth year.
Bosch Cuts 13,000 Jobs in Germany: How Global Competition and EV Transition Are Reshaping the Automotive Industry
Sep 26, 2025 01:45 am CST
German industrial giant Bosch announces 13,000 job cuts in its automotive division, representing 10% of its German workforce, as the company faces shifting global demand, slower electric vehicle adoption, and intense price competition in China. The cuts are part of a broader crisis affecting Germany's automotive sector, with major manufacturers like Volkswagen also planning significant workforce reductions amid declining sales and profitability challenges.
UN Launches Investigation Into Technical Failures During Trump's Address at General Assembly
Sep 26, 2025 01:42 am CST
The United Nations has initiated a thorough investigation following President Donald Trump's allegations of "triple sabotage" during his UN General Assembly appearance. The incidents involved an escalator malfunction, teleprompter failure, and public address system issues that Trump characterized as deliberate sabotage, prompting the UN to pledge full transparency in their probe while explaining the technical circumstances behind each occurrence.
UK Government Blocks Palestine Action's Legal Challenge Against Terrorist Designation
Sep 26, 2025 01:40 am CST
The British government is attempting to prevent Palestine Action's co-founder from legally challenging the group's designation as a terrorist organization. Proscribed in July, the pro-Palestinian group faces serious legal consequences as the Home Office argues any challenges should be heard by a specialized tribunal rather than the High Court. Over 1,000 supporters have been arrested since the ban was implemented.
Polish Mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel Makes History as First to Ski Down Mount Everest Without Oxygen
Sep 26, 2025 01:11 am CST
In an unprecedented mountaineering achievement, Poland's Andrzej Bargiel has become the first person to ski down Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. The 37-year-old mountaineer, who previously made history by skiing down K2 in 2018, completed a grueling 16-hour climb in the death zone before making his historic descent, continuing Poland's rich tradition of pioneering Himalayan mountaineering accomplishments.
Israel Conducts Major Air Strikes Against Houthi Targets in Yemen's Capital Following Drone Attack
Sep 26, 2025 01:09 am CST
Israel launched significant air strikes on Yemen's Houthi-controlled capital Sanaa, targeting military headquarters and weapon stockpiles. This retaliatory action followed a Houthi drone attack on Israel's Eilat resort that wounded 22 people. Israeli officials warned of future operations against the Iran-backed rebels who have been targeting Israel since the Gaza war began in 2023.
Netanyahu's Strategic Flight Path Avoids European Airspace Amid ICC Arrest Warrant Concerns
Sep 26, 2025 12:53 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took an unusual flight route to New York for the UN General Assembly, avoiding most European airspaces amid concerns over potential arrest related to International Criminal Court warrants. His aircraft "Wings of Zion" charted a southern path adding 600km to the journey, bypassing countries that might enforce the ICC's November 2024 warrants accusing him of war crimes in Gaza.
Trump-Erdogan White House Summit: Negotiations on F-35 Jets, Sanctions Relief, and Defense Cooperation
Sep 26, 2025 12:06 am CST
US President Donald Trump hosts Turkish President Erdogan at the White House to discuss potential removal of sanctions and Turkey's bid to purchase F-35 fighter jets. The high-stakes meeting addresses defense cooperation, regional conflicts, and a major Boeing aircraft deal amid warming bilateral relations after years of diplomatic tension.
China's New Climate Roadmap: 7-10% Emissions Cut by 2035 and Massive Renewable Energy Expansion
Sep 26, 2025 12:05 am CST
China has unveiled its first specific emission reduction targets, pledging a 7-10% cut in greenhouse gases by 2035 while massively expanding renewable energy capacity to 3,600 gigawatts. Though experts consider these goals modest, China's track record suggests it may exceed these targets through its booming clean technology sector, potentially leading global climate action despite geopolitical challenges.