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Smethwick mosque stabbing kills teen as Pennsylvania storm restricts highways; Brazil–India trade deal, Musk’s X appeals EU fine, Trump vows 15% tariffs; Six Nations reckoning, Iran student protests, D-Day vet dies, Conan O’Brien weighs in
Smethwick stabbing outside Jamia Masjid leaves 18-year-old dead
An 18-year-old, Zeeshan Afzal, was fatally stabbed outside Jamia Masjid mosque in Smethwick, Sandwell, on Friday evening during Ramadan prayers. Two other men were taken to hospital with injuries described as not life-threatening. West Midlands Police launched a murder investigation and said the incident is not currently being treated as religiously or racially motivated, and they are appealing for witnesses plus CCTV, phone, dashcam footage.
Pennsylvania winter storm triggers highway vehicle restrictions
Vehicle restrictions are set to begin on Pennsylvania highways as PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission prepare for a winter storm that could drop up to a foot of snow in parts of the state.
Brazil and India move to expand trade, sign rare earths agreement
Brazil and India agreed to boost bilateral trade beyond $20 billion and signed an agreement on rare earth elements, which are vital for producing certain electronics.
England’s record Six Nations home loss to Ireland sparks accountability calls
England suffered a record Six Nations home loss to Ireland, prompting demands for accountability across the squad and staff. The defeat raised questions about performance and decision-making, with the message that players and coaches must reflect on their roles in the collapse.
Finn Russell credits composure for Scotland try in win over Wales
Finn Russell said his try against Wales came from Scotland’s focus on staying calm in the opposition 22, as Gregor Townsend’s team beat Wales 26–23 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff to move to the top of the Six Nations table.
Italy coach says Six Nations title push is premature
Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada said his side are not yet prepared to challenge for the overall Six Nations title.
Elon Musk’s X appeals EU fine in major platform regulation case
Elon Musk’s social platform X filed an appeal with the EU’s General Court challenging a $140 million fine imposed by the European Commission, a case that could shape how online platforms are regulated across Europe. Nothing says “free speech absolutism” like hiring a battalion of lawyers to argue about the price of ignoring rules.
D-Day veteran Roy Burr dies at 99
A D-Day veteran who parachuted into Normandy in the first hours of June 6, 1944, has died at age 99. Roy Burr jumped just after midnight with the 22nd Independent Parachute Company, tasked with marking drop zones ahead of larger airborne landings. Bristol Normandy Veterans said he died peacefully, and noted he remained an active member until the Covid-19 pandemic. Burr served with Britain’s airborne forces through late-war operations including actions linked to the Merville Gun Battery assault, deployments in France and the Ardennes, and Operation Varsity in March 1945.
Trump says he will raise global tariffs to 15% after court ruling
Donald Trump said he will raise his newly announced global tariffs from 10% to 15% after most of his previous tariffs were ruled unlawful on Friday. Because when the referee throws a flag, the correct response is obviously to announce you are adding more flags, bigger flags, and charging admission to look at them.
Conan O’Brien comments on reports involving Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner
Conan O’Brien commented publicly on reports claiming filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were fatally stabbed at their home in California.
Iran students stage anti-government protests after crackdown
Students in Iran held anti-government protests for the first time since security forces crushed nationwide demonstrations last month, gathering to honor thousands reported killed in the crackdown.
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