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world1 day ago•4 min saved

American Citizen Among Four Dead After Stolen Speedboat Incursion Into Cuban Waters

An American citizen was killed when a stolen Florida-origin speedboat entered Cuban waters and opened fire on Cuban forces, resulting in four deaths and six others wounded or detained as Cuba described an infiltration attempt. U.S. officials say at least one American was among those arrested, and the White House has confirmed the American casualty as U.S. and Cuban authorities investigate the incident and its motives.

via CBS News|

#american #coast-guard #cuba

world20 days ago•13 min saved

Danish app reveals product origins as 24-hour US boycott proves tougher than expected

A Danish app lets shoppers scan product origins to boycott the US amid Trump’s Greenland threats, but The Independent reporter Alex Croft discovers going America-free for a day is harder than it sounds.

via The Independent|

#american #boycott #technology

world1 month ago•12 min saved

American climber initiates rope-free ascent of Taipei 101

An American climber has begun a rope-free ascent of Taipei 101, the iconic Taipei skyscraper, drawing photographers and onlookers as the daring climb commences.

via AP News|

#american #ascent #rock-climbing

automotive2 months ago•7 min saved

American-Made Maxton 'Rollerskate' Roadster: A Unique Classic

The 1991 Maxton Rollerskate Roadster is a rare, lightweight American sports car inspired by British minimalist roadsters, featuring a Mazda rotary engine, simple chassis, and a focus on driver engagement, with only around 50 units made and now considered a collectible curiosity.

via Silodrome|

#1991 #american #automotive

world4 months ago•0 min saved

Teen Chess Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky Dies at 29

Daniel Naroditsky, a talented American chess grand master who achieved the title as a teenager and was known for his efforts to demystify chess, has died unexpectedly at age 29, with no cause of death disclosed.

via The Washington Post|

#american #chess #daniel-naroditsky

world4 months ago•2 min saved

American Chess Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky Passes Away at 29

American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, known for his influence in the chess community and popular streaming, died at age 29; the cause of death is unknown, and he was celebrated for his passion and contributions to the sport.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#american #chess #daniel-naroditsky

world6 months ago•1 min saved

American hero stabbed while defending women in Germany

A 21-year-old American was seriously injured in Dresden, Germany, after intervening to stop men from harassing female train passengers; a Syrian suspect was arrested nearby, but the second attacker remains at large as investigations continue.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#american #attack #germany

technology7 months ago•5 min saved

The F-117: America's Most Iconic Stealth Fighter

The Combat Motors F-117 Fighter is a limited-edition, high-performance American motorcycle inspired by Confederate Motorcycles' design philosophy, featuring a billet aluminum chassis, a powerful 1.9-liter V-twin engine, and a distinctive minimalist, military-inspired aesthetic, with only 21 units produced.

via Silodrome|

#american #combat-motors #f-117-fighter

world-news1 year ago•1 min saved

American Travis Timmerman Freed After 7 Months in Syrian Detention

An American man, Travis Timmerman, was found near Damascus after being freed from a Syrian prison as rebels took over the country. Timmerman, who had been detained for seven months, was released following the fall of Bashar al-Assad. He described his release as non-violent and is now trying to reach Jordan. Despite the notorious conditions of Assad's prisons, Timmerman reported being treated relatively well and had contact with his family during his detention.

via BBC.com|

#american #bashar-al-assad #prisoner

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

"73-Year-Old American Arrested in Colombia for Hosting Cannabis Tours"

Colombian police arrested a 73-year-old American for offering "cannabis tours" in his home in Sabaneta, Colombia, where he taught visitors about the cannabis planting process and sold marijuana for $20 a gram. The man advertised the tours on social media and distributed flyers, with police confiscating 1,380 grams of marijuana during the arrest. Colombia has long struggled with narcotics trafficking, and the country is the world's largest exporter of cocaine.

via CBS News|

#american #arrest #cannabis

international-news1 year ago•2 min saved

"Humanitarian Aid Under Fire: Tragedy and Tensions in Gaza"

Jacob Flickinger, a military veteran and father, was killed in an Israeli strike in Gaza while volunteering with World Central Kitchen to distribute food. A former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, he had served in Afghanistan before moving to Costa Rica with his partner and child. His father described him as a compassionate man who wanted to make a difference. His death marks the first time an American has been killed in Gaza by the Israel Defense Forces since the recent conflict began.

via The Washington Post|

#american #gaza #humanitarian

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

American Man Receives Life Sentence for Murder and Rape at Neuschwanstein Castle

An American man was sentenced to life in prison by a German court for brutally attacking two American women near Neuschwanstein castle, resulting in the death of one and severe injuries to the other. The defendant was convicted of murder, attempted murder, and rape with fatal consequences, and the judge determined that he bears particularly severe guilt, making him unlikely to be eligible for release after 15 years. The attack took place near a famous tourist attraction, and the defendant was described as "incredibly callous" by the presiding judge.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#american #crime #germany

missing-person2 years ago•3 min saved

"Search for Missing American Woman in Spain Amidst Divorce Dispute and Allegations of Foul Play"

The husband of Ana Knezevich, an American woman missing in Spain, denies any involvement in her disappearance and disputes claims of a "nasty" divorce, according to his lawyer. Ana vanished from her Madrid apartment under suspicious circumstances, with her friends receiving text messages from her phone claiming she was running off with a man she had just met. Her husband, David Knezevich, has been cooperating with authorities and has been in his native Serbia during the investigation. The case remains ongoing, with Madrid police continuing their investigation into Ana's disappearance.

via CBS News|

#american #disappearance #divorce

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

American Tourist Confesses to Attacking and Killing U.S. Tourists Near German Castle

An American man admitted to charges of murder and rape after attacking two U.S. tourists near Germany’s Neuschwanstein castle, pushing them down a ravine and fatally injuring one of them. The defendant, whose name hasn’t been released, faces charges including murder, rape with fatal consequences, attempted murder, and possession of child pornography. The attack occurred near the Marienbruecke on June 14 last year, and a verdict is expected in mid-March at the earliest.

via NBC News|

#american #crime #germany

world-politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Calls for Justice After American-Palestinian Teen Killed by Israeli Forces in West Bank"

Tawfic Abdel Jabbar, a 17-year-old American teenager, was killed in the West Bank under murky circumstances, sparking global attention. His family is seeking answers and justice, claiming that he was "executed." The circumstances of his death remain unclear, with conflicting reports from Israeli police and eyewitnesses. Tawfic's family and friends are grieving his loss and calling for accountability, highlighting the challenges faced by Palestinians in the West Bank amid intensifying Israeli military raids and settler violence.

via The Washington Post|

#american #israeli #palestinian