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In a tragic incident, Turkish Airlines flight TK204 from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing in New York after the captain, İlçehin Pehlivan, passed away during the flight. The 59-year-old pilot fainted mid-air, prompting the co-pilot to take control and land the Airbus 350 safely at JFK Airport. Despite receiving immediate medical attention, Pehlivan could not be saved and was pronounced dead before the plane landed. Pehlivan, who joined Turkish Airlines in 2007, had undergone a ro..

Benjamin Netanyahu is set to deliver a bold speech at the UN General Assembly amidst escalating military actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Despite ongoing conflict, he plans to address the assembly, rejecting calls for a ceasefire and asserting Israel's commitment to continue its military operations with full force. Netanyahu's rhetoric is expected to emphasize resilience, declaring an 'existential war' against multiple fronts, while labeling the UN as an 'antisemitic swamp.' His speech will..

Vietnam’s President To Lam recently met with US President Joe Biden to reinforce the comprehensive strategic partnership between their nations. During their discussions at the United Nations General Assembly, they focused on semiconductor investments, cybersecurity cooperation, and commitments to freedom of navigation amid maritime disputes with China. Both leaders emphasized the importance of mutual respect for sovereignty and political systems. The US acknowledged Vietnam as a crucial partner..

During a press statement at the United Nations, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock faced a disruptive encounter with a Russian journalist from state broadcaster Rossija 1. Despite her staff's efforts to mitigate the situation, Baerbock firmly reprimanded the journalist, emphasizing the importance of adhering to established protocols. This incident occurred amidst her broader commitments at the UN, where she addressed critical global issues such as the Middle East conflict and the war in..

Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research, has been sentenced to two years in prison for her involvement in the massive FTX fraud. The charges against her included looting customer accounts for risky investments, illegal political donations, and bribery of Chinese officials. Ellison's role also involved purchasing luxury real estate using misappropriated funds. A restitution amount of $11 billion has been imposed on her as well. FTX, once a leading cryptocurrency exchange, became infamous..

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) demands urgent global regulation and international collaboration, according to a recent UN report. AI's progression cannot be left solely to market forces, the report emphasizes, highlighting a significant deficit in state regulation. The UN advisory body, comprising around 40 experts, suggests establishing a permanent international advisory panel akin to the IPCC, focusing on AI risks and necessary research areas. This panel would also exp..