Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of the Wagner Group military contractor, has released a video of himself in military fatigues and holding a rifle, hinting at his location in Africa. The video appears to be a recruitment drive for the Wagner Group, and the exact whereabouts of Prigozhin remain unknown. The Wagner Group has been linked to the Kremlin and has been active in Syria, Ukraine, and other countries, and Prigozhin has been sanctioned by the U.S.
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On Thursday, August 24th, Japan is set to begin releasing treated and diluted radioactive wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean. This plan has been met with criticism from China and local fishing groups, but the Japanese government has said that the wastewater has been treated and diluted to meet safety standards. The release of the wastewater is necessary for the decommissioning of the plant and will be closely monitored to ensure that it does not cause any environmental damage.
Six teenagers and two adults are currently trapped in a cable car 900 feet above a ravine in Pakistan. The Pakistani military has launched an “extremely risky” helicopter rescue mission to save the stranded passengers, hampered by high winds. The government has expressed its full support and is providing assistance to the families of the passengers.
Tropical Storm Harold is heading towards South Texas, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding to the area. The National Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm warning and watch for the region, and residents are advised to take necessary precautions. The storm is expected to bring strong winds and unrelenting rain to the area, and the National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring the situation.
Palm Springs, California experienced record-breaking rainfall and flash floods due to Tropical Storm Hilary on Sunday, with 3.18 inches of rain recorded - more than half of the average yearly rainfall for the city. The National Weather Service has issued a warning to residents to avoid flooded roads and be aware of the potential for mudslides and other dangerous conditions.
Governor Josh Green has expressed his sympathies for those affected by the wildfires and urged the public to remain vigilant and take all necessary precautions. President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit the island soon to survey the damage and meet with those affected.
Lucy Letby, a former neonatal nurse, has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of release for the murder of seven babies and the attempted murder of six others at a hospital in northern England. Justice James Goss of the Manchester Crown Court imposed the most severe sentence possible under British law, which does not allow the death penalty, due to the "exceptional circumstances" of the case. Letby's actions showed "the cruelty and calculation" of her actions, and the sentence was necessary to protect the public and reflect the gravity of her crimes.
Saudi border guards have been accused of killing hundreds of unarmed migrants attempting to cross into the kingdom from Yemen, according to a report released by Human Rights Watch. Eyewitness accounts and images of dead bodies suggest the death toll could be in the thousands. Human Rights Watch is calling on Saudi Arabia to investigate the allegations and ensure that its border guards respect the rights of migrants and refugees.