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    Judge Drops Charges Against Trump

    Former US President Trump was charged in Georgia for attempted election interference.

    Judge Drops Charges Against Trump in Georgia

    Before the trial even begins in the case of alleged attempted election fraud against former US President Donald Trump in Georgia, the presiding judge has dismissed several charges.

    Deaths in Attack on Hotel in Mogadishu

    Once again, the Al-Shabaab militia has launched a deadly attack in Somalia during Ramadan: Terror fighters stormed a hotel near the presidential palace in the capital Mogadishu.

    Brenner Motorway Southbound Closed Due to Heavy Snowfall, Travel Disruption Expected

    The Brenner motorway in Austria is currently shuttered in the southbound direction, causing widespread travel disruptions and traffic congestion along the crucial route connecting Germany and Italy. The closure, prompted by intense snowfall accumulating up to 40 centimeters in a brief span, has impeded vehicular movement and led to a gridlock on the snow-laden lanes.

    EU Unfreezes €137 Billion in Funds for Poland, Encouraging Economic Recovery and Rule of Law

    In a significant development, the European Union has unlocked €137 billion in funds for Poland, marking a pivotal moment for the country’s economic resurgence and commitment to upholding the rule of law. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s announcement in Warsaw heralds a new chapter in EU-Poland relations, emphasizing the positive impact of restoring democratic values and fostering resilient societies amid challenging times.

    Tragedy Strikes Valencia as Fire Ravages High-Rise Building, Five Dead and 14 Missing

    A devastating fire engulfed a high-rise building in Valencia, Spain, claiming the lives of five individuals and leaving at least 14 people unaccounted for. The inferno, which tore through the newly constructed complex comprised of 143 apartments across multiple blocks, led to injuries among both residents and firefighters battling the blaze.

    US Heightens Pressure on Russia with Over 500 New Sanctions in Response to Navalny’s Death

    In a significant escalation of US-Russia relations, President Biden has announced a wave of over 500 fresh sanctions targeting Russia’s financial sector, military-industrial complex, and individuals linked to the regime’s repression, following the tragic death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. The sanctions also extend beyond Russian borders, encompassing eleven other countries, marking a robust stance by the US to counter Moscow’s perceived aggression both domestically and internationally.

    So that’s what the balls on the high-tension wires mean

    Bigger than you think! If you drive past power lines or just look at them from the ground, these balls don't look very big and...