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Three South Florida residents were killed in a crash on Florida's Turnpike caused by a semi-truck making an illegal U-turn, with the truck driver later arrested in California and charged with vehicular homicide.
Donald Trump has once again changed his stance on supporting Ukraine amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, after previously claiming he could broker peace. His fluctuating position reflects a cynical approach, but his renewed backing is now being welcomed.
A British Airways Boeing 787 flying from London to Dubai was forced to turn back over Saudi Arabia due to U.S. military strikes on Iran, leading to a diversion to Zurich and cancellation of the original flight.
Labour has reversed its decision to restrict Winter Fuel Payments, which caused political backlash and scrutiny over government spending and policy decisions, with the U-turn announced just before the upcoming Spending Review.
The UK government, led by Rachel Reeves, has reversed its previous policy on winter fuel payments, now extending payments to nine million pensioners with incomes up to £35,000, costing around £1.25 billion annually, in response to concerns and political pressure, while maintaining targeted means-testing.
Labour leader Keir Starmer has announced the party's decision to drop its longstanding promise to spend £28bn a year on green industries, citing concerns about the political and economic feasibility of the commitment. This move has sparked debate about the wisdom of changing political positions, with critics questioning Labour's consistency and opponents hoping to exploit Starmer's history of policy reversals. The decision reflects Labour's attempt to minimize vulnerability and remove potential points of difference that could be used against them, while also raising questions about the party's ability to define itself in the eyes of voters.
Labour leader Keir Starmer defends the party's decision to drop its £28bn green investment pledge, citing affordability concerns due to the economic impact of the Conservatives. The scaled-back plan will still prioritize clean power by 2030 and involve funding from taxes on energy firms' profits. This move has faced criticism from left-wing groups and unions, while the specifics of Labour's revised green spending remain to be fully detailed.
Slovakia's prime minister, Eduard Heger, faced criticism after appearing to backtrack on his country's support for Ukraine during a visit to Moscow. Heger had previously condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine and expressed solidarity with the country, but his recent comments in Moscow suggested a more conciliatory approach. The U-turn sparked concern among Slovakia's allies and drew sharp criticism from Ukrainian officials, highlighting the delicate diplomatic balancing act faced by countries with close ties to both Russia and the West.
The UK Home Office has reversed its decision to immediately raise the minimum salary requirement for British nationals bringing foreign family members to the UK, instead opting to raise it incrementally to £29,000 before eventually reaching £38,700. The sudden policy change without consultation has been criticized by opposition parties, with Labour accusing the government of chaos. While the revised threshold is still higher than the previous requirement of £18,600, it partially addresses concerns over the impact on families. The original change was expected to contribute to a reduction in annual migration numbers, but also faced legal challenges and public backlash. The lack of detail in the revised proposal has further fueled criticism.
A man was killed in a two-vehicle collision in Elkridge, Maryland, when a Hyundai Elantra attempting a U-turn was struck by a Nissan Rogue. The driver of the Hyundai was pronounced dead at the scene, while the three occupants of the Nissan sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The incident is under investigation by Howard County Police.
An 81-year-old woman from Fountain, Colorado, identified as Dorthey Small, died in a fatal crash in Waco, Texas, after the Mazda she was traveling in made a U-turn and was hit by another vehicle, causing a collision with a third vehicle. Small and a three-year-old girl were both ejected from the Mazda and transported to a local hospital, where Small was pronounced dead. The child received minor injuries, and the occupants of the other involved vehicles are expected to be okay.
A viral video of a Honda Crosstour performing an insane U-turn on a hill is likely just a stunt for views. The DrivingSkill YouTube channel, which posted the video, specializes in extreme car driving and is not trying to keep the reason for the U-turn a secret. While the drivers in the video appear to be incredibly skilled, it's unlikely that normal people are doing this kind of driving on a daily basis. The source of the Honda video is still unknown, but it's clear that the U-turns on the hill are just a way to get attention on social media.
Hungary has announced its withdrawal from the International Investment Bank (IIB), a Russian-controlled institution, in a U-turn by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The move comes amid growing tensions between Hungary and Russia, and follows criticism from the US and EU over Hungary's close ties with Moscow. Orbán had previously praised the IIB as a "success story" of cooperation between Hungary and Russia.
Adidas has withdrawn its opposition to the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation's trademark application for a design featuring three parallel stripes, citing fears that people could misinterpret the objection as criticism of BLMGNF's mission. The German sportswear company had initially filed a notice of opposition, claiming that the design would create confusion with its own famous branding. BLMGNF applied for the trademark in November 2020 for use on branded merchandise. Adidas has filed more than 90 lawsuits and signed more than 200 settlement agreements related to its three-stripe trademark since 2008.