An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for culpable homicide after he killed his girlfriend, Mallika Begum Rahamansa Abdul Rahman, in a fit of rage over her relationships with other men. On January 17, 2019, Krishnan, 40, punched and kicked Rahman, 40, causing her death. Krishnan initially pleaded guilty in the High Court and was sentenced to 20 years in jail, backdated to his arrest date.
A tragic shooting incident occurred at West Richland Elementary School, leaving one woman dead. The suspect fled the scene, prompting a critical lockdown on the school campus. The investigation is ongoing, with details about the victim’s identity and the motive for the shooting still unknown.
Hundreds of Columbia University faculty members staged a walkout in support of students arrested during pro-Palestinian protests. The university has since suspended in-person classes and implemented remote learning. The protests have sparked discussions about balancing free expression and campus safety, with pro-Palestinian encampments emerging on other campuses. Columbia President Nemat Minouche Shafik expressed sadness and condemned antisemitic language, but students argue their protests are peaceful and inclusive.
German authorities have arrested three individuals on suspicion of spying for the Chinese government. The suspects are accused of passing sensitive technologies to China in violation of German law. The arrests come amid heightened tensions between Germany and China over alleged espionage activities.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused Elon Musk of prioritizing the retention of violent content on his platform. This conflict arose after an Australian court ordered X to conceal posts related to the stabbing of a Sydney bishop, igniting a dispute between Musk and the Australian government. Albanese denounced Musk as an “arrogant billionaire” for opposing the government’s request to remove the content.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s proposal to send some migrants to Rwanda for processing has been approved by Parliament after months of delay. The contentious legislation, which has faced legal challenges and opposition from human rights groups, aims to deter illegal immigration by forcibly removing asylum seekers to the African country. Sunak has promised that the first deportation flights will begin within 10-12 weeks, despite ongoing legal hurdles and criticism from opponents who argue that the policy is inhumane and illegal.
After five months of indecipherable data, NASA engineers have successfully restored communication with Voyager 1, the most distant spacecraft in history. Through creative troubleshooting, they diagnosed and fixed a memory issue within the spacecraft’s flight data system. Voyager 1 is now transmitting readable engineering data, with science data expected to be restored in the coming weeks.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen multiple rocket launcher launches simulating a nuclear counterattack against enemy targets. The launches, part of North Korea’s escalating nuclear doctrine, aimed to demonstrate the strength and diversification of its nuclear forces amid heightened tensions with the US and South Korea. Analysts believe the country’s large-sized artillery rockets blur the line between artillery and ballistic missiles, capable of delivering tactical nuclear warheads.
British Home Secretary James Cleverly is visiting Italy to discuss ways to curb the influx of migrants arriving by small boats. He will meet with Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi to explore joint efforts to intercept migrants in North Africa. Cleverly will also visit Lampedusa, the main arrival point for migrants in Italy. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda will be a topic of discussion, despite facing legal and humanitarian concerns.
Israeli families gathered at hostage memorial centers ahead of the Passover festival, marking Jewish freedom from slavery, while the fate of 130 hostages held in Gaza remains unknown. A mass grave of nearly 300 people was discovered in Khan Younis, casting a shadow over the joyous celebration.
