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A US citizen died in a jet ski accident in the Bahamas, prompting an investigation by the Royal Bahamas Police Force. The incident occurred on Sunday when a jet ski collided with a vessel off Paradise Island. The rider was found unresponsive with visible injuries. Meanwhile, police are also investigating other incidents involving Americans in the area, including a sexual assault at a resort on Paradise Island and another jet ski accident involving two US citizens. The US Embassy in Nassau had previously issued a security alert warning US citizens about the risks of renting jet skis in the Bahamas due to reported rapes and sexual assaults by jet ski operators.

Three Sydney dockworkers have been arrested and charged in connection with a massive shipment of cocaine worth $107 million found hidden behind a false wall in a shipping container at the Sydney waterfront. The cocaine, weighing 1,116 pounds, was discovered over the weekend, and the arrests were made as part of a law enforcement investigation into trusted insiders importing illicit drugs into Australia. The suspects, aged 25, 38, and 42, face potential life sentences if convicted. The operation was carried out by the Multi Agency Strike Team, comprising state and federal agencies targeting organized crime groups smuggling drugs into Australia.

Nestlé has dismissed its CEO, Laurent Freixe, effective immediately, due to an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate. Freixe had been CEO for a year and had worked his way up the corporate ladder since joining Nestlé in 1986. He will be replaced by Philipp Navratil, a longtime Nestlé executive. Chairman Paul Bulcke stated that the decision was necessary and that Nestlé's values and governance are strong foundations of the company. Freixe's dismissal follows an investigation that found the undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate violated Nestlé's code of conduct. Navratil has been with Nestlé since 2001 and has held various roles, including CEO of Nestlé's Nespresso division.

Olympic gold medalist Imane Khelif is challenging the global boxing federation's decision to mandate gender testing to determine the eligibility of male and female boxers. Khelif, an Algerian boxer, was banned from World Boxing competitions until she undergoes the test, sparking controversy after her gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has received Khelif's appeal, which requests that she be declared eligible to participate in the 2025 World Boxing Championships without a test. CAS dismissed a request to suspend the testing until the case is heard.

French anesthetist Frederic Pechier is on trial for allegedly poisoning 30 patients, resulting in 12 deaths, between 2008 and 2017. Pechier, described by some as a 'star anesthetist' and by others as arrogant and manipulative, is accused of tampering with medication to create emergencies and show off his resuscitation skills. He denies the charges and faces life imprisonment if convicted. The trial, expected to last until December, follows a seven-year investigation and includes over 150 civil parties.

The article examines President Trump's claim of ending six or seven wars during his presidency. Foreign policy experts argue that while Trump helped broker ceasefires, many of the conflicts he cited remain unresolved. The article analyzes the seven conflicts listed by the White House, including Israel and Iran, Rwanda and Democratic Republic of the Congo, Armenia and Azerbaijan, Thailand and Cambodia, India and Pakistan, Egypt and Ethiopia, and Serbia and Kosovo. Experts say that Trump's role in some of these conflicts was limited, and the outcomes are often tenuous or still unfolding. The article concludes that Trump's claims of ending wars are overstated and that the situations on the ground are more complex than he suggests.

Gold prices have reached a new record high, driven by expectations of rate cuts by central banks, lingering concerns about inflation and geopolitical tensions, and growing demand from central banks and investors. Analysts at Deutsche Bank, World Gold Council, and UBS expect gold prices to remain high due to macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, central bank buying, and growing concerns about interference in the Fed's mandate. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates soon, with money markets pricing in an 89.8% chance of a cut this month.

The article discusses the 2025 Expat Insider study by InterNations, which ranks countries based on their affordability for expats. Vietnam tops the list as the most affordable country for the fifth consecutive year, followed by Colombia and Panama. The study analyzed data from over 10,000 expats across 46 destinations and considered factors such as cost of living, disposable household income, and overall satisfaction with financial situations. In contrast, Canada and the UK were found to be the least affordable countries for expats, with high costs of living and low satisfaction rates among expats. The article highlights the differences in affordability between various countries and provides insights into the factors that contribute to these differences.

Japan's long-term government bond yields have surged to multi-decade highs due to persistent inflation, tighter monetary policy, and fiscal uncertainty. The 30-year government bond yield hit a record high of 3.286%, while the 20-year debt yield is at its highest since 1999 at 2.695%. Rising yields translate to higher borrowing costs for the government and corporates, which is worrisome for Japan's weak growth and facing headwinds from U.S. tariffs. Market watchers point to domestic and global forces behind the surge, including the Bank of Japan's policy normalization and inflation data above target. Overseas investors' appetite for Japanese bonds has declined, and some have been unloading government bonds and rotating into Japanese equities. The surge in yields has raised questions about a potential repatriation of capital and whether Japan is heading into a 'Truss moment' similar to the UK's 2022 gilt crisis.

French actor Gerard Depardieu is set to face trial in Paris over allegations of rape and sexual assault against actress Charlotte Arnould. Depardieu, 76, has denied any wrongdoing. The allegations date back to 2018 when Arnould accused Depardieu of raping her at his home. The case has been ongoing since then, with prosecutors submitting a request for the case to proceed to trial last year. Depardieu has faced multiple accusations of misconduct from over 20 women in recent years, but so far, only one case of sexual assault has proceeded to court, resulting in an 18-month suspended prison sentence. Arnould expressed relief after receiving the judge's indictment order, stating that it 'restores a form of judicial truth.'

A US federal judge has ordered Google to make significant changes to its search engine to limit its monopoly power, but rejected calls to break up the company. The judge, Amit Mehta, has introduced new limitations on how Google directs traffic to its search engine and requires the company to grant competitors access to key elements of its search engine, including data collected from trillions of queries. However, Google will not have to sell its Chrome web browser or Android mobile operating system, and will not be banned from making deals to be the default search engine on devices. The ruling is expected to have far-reaching effects on the tech industry, which is being transformed by advances in artificial intelligence.

The alleged GPS jamming of a plane carrying European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen by Russia has raised concerns about air travel safety and potential political motivations. The incident occurred near a known GPS interference hotspot in Bulgaria, and experts point to Russia's history of using GPS jamming to defend against Ukrainian drones. While the EU said the plane landed safely using 'paper maps', the timing of the incident days before a crucial meeting of European leaders to discuss peacekeeping troops for Ukraine has sparked questions about possible political motives. Experts agree that GPS jamming is a known issue in the region, but the revelation of this specific incident may be politically driven.

A Georgia dentist, James Choi, murdered his wife and teenage daughter before killing himself in their $1.7 million home in the Atlanta suburb of Johns Creek. The bodies were discovered during a welfare check on Sunday afternoon in the private gated community of St Ives Country Club. James Choi, 52, was described as a dedicated practitioner who enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family. His 15-year-old daughter, Grace, was an accomplished violinist who had performed at Carnegie Hall. The cause of death has not been disclosed, and officials are investigating the suspected murder-suicide.

Michael Longfellow, a comedian and former cast member of 'Saturday Night Live,' discovered he was fired from the show while waiting to board a flight at an airport in Utah. Longfellow's agent informed him that his contract wouldn't be renewed for Season 51. The decision was part of a larger shake-up on the show, with three other cast members also being let go. Longfellow expressed gratitude for his time on the show, which he described as the 'best three years' of his life. He was hired as a featured player in 2022 and promoted to the main cast last year. The firing comes after several former 'SNL' staffers shared negative experiences about the show's backstage environment, describing it as 'toxic.' The show will premiere its new season on October 4 with new cast members.

US President Donald Trump accused Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un of conspiring against the United States as they attended a military parade in Beijing to mark 80 years since Japan's defeat in World War II. Trump took to Truth Social to express his concerns, also questioning whether Xi would acknowledge the US role in ending World War II. The comments came as the Trump administration continued negotiations on a long-term trade deal with China and attempted to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine.

A federal judge in California has ruled that President Donald Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles was illegal, violating the Posse Comitatus Act. The judge blocked the National Guard from executing certain laws, including making arrests and controlling crowds. The Trump administration plans to appeal the ruling, with White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly saying that 'a rogue judge is trying to usurp the authority of the Commander-in-Chief.' California Governor Gavin Newsom praised the ruling, saying that 'the court sided with democracy and the Constitution.' Trump has deployed National Guard troops to several cities, including Los Angeles and Washington DC, and has threatened to send troops to Chicago. The ruling could signal legal challenges ahead for Trump's plans to use the Guard to enforce his policies.

A court in Udaipur, India has sentenced a man to death for burning his wife alive due to her dark skin color. The victim, Lakshmi, had reported that her husband, Kishandas, routinely taunted her about her skin color and body shamed her since their marriage in 2016. On the night of the incident, Kishandas applied a liquid to Lakshmi's body claiming it was a fairness cream, but when she complained it smelled like acid, he set her on fire. The court deemed the crime as 'rarest of the rare' and 'a crime against humanity'. The case has brought attention to India's prevalent colorism and the need to challenge deeply entrenched prejudices.

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, including Ashley Rubright, Courtney Wild, and Jena-Lisa Jones, are demanding accountability from Congress. They recount how Epstein's abuse affected their lives and how the government's handling of his case re-traumatized them. The survivors plan to push for better protections and transparency, seeking the release of all information related to Epstein's case while keeping victims' names redacted. They express anger, pain, and frustration, calling for those who enabled Epstein to be held accountable.

A federal appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members is unlawful. The Fifth US Circuit Court of Appeals blocked the use of the 1798 law in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, citing that Trump's invocation of it was not justified. The court's decision is seen as a significant blow to Trump's immigration policies and is likely to be reviewed by the Supreme Court. The ruling was praised by the American Civil Liberties Union, which represented the migrants challenging Trump's actions.

The article discusses the spread of misinformation about Donald Trump's health, despite his denials of illness. Trump has been absent from public events, fueling speculation about his health, which he dismissed as 'fake news' at a White House press conference. The White House attributed his bruising and swelling to a common condition and frequent handshaking, respectively.

Yunfeng Financial Group, backed by Alibaba's Jack Ma, has invested $44 million in the cryptocurrency ether as part of its reserve assets, expanding into Web3 amid Hong Kong's digital asset initiative. The company plans to increase investments in digital currencies such as stablecoins and explore real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation. Yunfeng derives most of its revenue from its insurance business and sees ether providing 'key infrastructure support' for RWA tokenisation activities.

The article discusses the last generation of people who experienced the India-Pakistan Partition in 1947 and their memories of their homeland. It highlights the stories of two individuals, Mr. Vikram Kalra and Ms. Reena Varma, who were forced to flee their homes in Lahore and Rawalpindi, respectively, and have been unable to return. The article also provides historical context about the Partition, including the violence and displacement that occurred, and the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. The author notes that as the last generation of Partition survivors passes away, their memories and experiences are at risk of being lost.

The article discusses the remaining comfort women survivors in Asia, 80 years after being forced into providing sexual services to Japanese Imperial Army troops during World War II. The survivors, mostly in their 90s, continue to demand closure and justice, with the issue remaining a contentious topic between South Korea and Japan. The article highlights the stories of the survivors, the historical context, and the ongoing efforts to seek justice and recognition.