A group of Ukrainian performers, who fled the war in their homeland, have formed Artis Theatre in Calgary. The company is presenting an original show, ‘The Seagull Inside You,’ which explores themes of identity and resilience through the story of a seagull seeking a different path. The play serves as a form of therapy for the artists, allowing them to express their emotions and connect with a Canadian audience.
A memorial was held for Gail Davies-Howard, who died in a fire at her apartment in the East Village. The fire, caused by unattended cooking, highlights the importance of fire safety and neighborly support in the community.
Ismael Zambada Garcia, known as ‘El Mayo,’ and Joaquín Guzmán López, son of the cartel’s other co-founder ‘El Chapo,’ were arrested in El Paso, Texas. The capture is considered a major victory in the fight against illicit fentanyl, with President Biden commending law enforcement officials. However, concerns remain about the potential for a power vacuum and increased ruthlessness within the cartel.
A man in Madhya Pradesh, India, narrowly escaped death after a 15-foot python constricted him while he was defecating in the open. Villagers intervened, ultimately killing the python to save the man. The incident highlights the dangers of open defecation and the potential for wildlife encounters in rural areas.
An RTI activist, Gurappa Waghmare, was found murdered at a spa in Mumbai’s Worli area with his throat slit. The investigation took a dramatic turn when 22 names of potential enemies were discovered tattooed on his thigh. Police have arrested the spa owner, Santosh Sherekar, and two contract killers, who were hired by Sherekar due to Waghmare’s alleged extortion threats. The case highlights the intricate web of connections and motives behind the murder, with the victim’s criminal history and his alleged extortion activities playing a crucial role.
A 24-year-old woman, Kriti Kumari, was found murdered in her PG accommodation in Bengaluru. CCTV footage shows the assailant entering the building and attacking her after knocking on her door. Police suspect the assailant was known to the victim and possibly linked to her former roommate. The incident is being investigated, with three teams formed to apprehend the suspect.
Six armed men posing as customers robbed a Tanishq showroom in Purnea, Bihar, escaping with gold and diamond jewelry worth crores. The thieves, who held staff hostage and confiscated their mobile phones, carried out the robbery in a well-coordinated manner before fleeing on motorcycles.
South African police have apprehended 95 Libyan nationals suspected of undergoing military training at a covert camp in the Mpumalanga province. The camp, disguised as a farm, was raided by police who discovered evidence of military training despite the Libyans claiming to be students on study visas.
Two top figures of the Sinaloa drug cartel, including the son of jailed kingpin ‘El Chapo’, were apprehended in the US. The arrests, orchestrated through a covert operation, mark a significant blow to the cartel’s operations and leadership. The suspects, Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada and Joaquin Guzman Lopez, face charges related to drug trafficking and violence.
In a major blow to the Sinaloa cartel, US authorities apprehended Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, co-founder of the cartel, and Joaquin Guzman Lopez, son of El Chapo, in Texas. This arrest could reshape the Mexican criminal landscape and potentially lead to violence as factions vie for power within the cartel.
