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What Happens Next After Titan Submersible Tragedy?

What Happens Next After Titan Submersible Tragedy?

Questions Surround Recovery of Bodies and Safety Inspections Following Catastrophic Implosion

Following the tragic loss of five people aboard the Titan submersible in a “catastrophic implosion,” questions remain regarding the recovery of the bodies and whether changes to safety protocols should be implemented. On Thursday, debris was discovered on the sea floor in the North Atlantic Ocean, about 1,600ft from the Titanic wreck site. The US Coast Guard is currently investigating the situation, but Rear Admiral John Mauger has stated that the prospects for recovering the bodies remain uncertain due to the difficult conditions of the ocean floor.

In a press conference in Boston, Mauger expressed the challenges of the situation, acknowledging that the environment where the wreckage was found is “incredibly unforgiving” and that the debris matches signs of a catastrophic implosion of the vessel. He emphasized that the focus of the ongoing efforts is to continue investigating the site and provide families with answers.

When asked about next steps, Mauger said that the investigation into the cause of the disaster would continue, noting the complexity of the case due to the involvement of individuals from several countries. Although some of the vessels currently involved in the search would begin to leave within the next 24 hours, remote operations at the site would persist as the investigation continues.

As for changes to safety inspections and protocols, Mauger said that a review would be conducted in the future to address concerns about the submersible’s safety standards. However, no specific timeline for this review has been given at this stage. The authorities are committed to uncovering as much information as possible to understand what happened and ensure such a tragedy does not repeat itself.

Declan Rice: Arsenal Show Title Intentions with Gritty Win at Crystal Palace

Declan Rice: Arsenal Show Title Intentions with Gritty Win at Crystal Palace

Midfielder Highlights Team’s Character After Hard-Fought Victory

Declan Rice believes Arsenal sent a strong message in the Premier League title race following their gritty 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Monday night. The Gunners were forced to play the final 23 minutes of the match with ten men after Takehiro Tomiyasu was sent off for two bookable offences. Despite the disadvantage, Arsenal held firm against a relentless Palace attack, with Martin Ødegaard’s 53rd-minute penalty proving enough for all three points.

Rice, who was instrumental in Arsenal’s midfield, acknowledged the tough challenge of playing away at Selhurst Park, especially with a man down. He told Sky Sports: “When you’re on that pitch and you look up at the clock and you’ve got 20 minutes to go against this young and athletic Crystal Palace side, you know it’s going to be tough. But these are the places you’ve got to come if you want to win Premier Leagues and be up there at the end of the season. These are the places you’ve got to come to show character, and grind out the three points. I thought we thoroughly deserved it in the end.”

Despite the win, Rice remains grounded when talking about Arsenal’s title hopes. The £105 million summer signing from West Ham emphasized the importance of taking each match as it comes and not getting carried away by early victories. “We can’t get carried away, we’re only two games in,” Rice said. “It’s about momentum, taking each game as it comes, coming to places like Palace and getting three points. We’ve got a tough schedule coming up after September. We’re going to be ready for it.”

Reflecting on his own transition, Rice expressed how he’s relishing the opportunity to raise his game with the Gunners. “Last year there was big pressure on Arsenal to win the Premier League and that’s why I signed. I believe in the vision, I believe in the manager, I believe in the team, how young and hungry we all are. Manchester City are the best team in the world at the minute and they’re tough to stop but it’s a great challenge ahead. Let’s keep fighting, keep pushing and take each game as it comes.”

Rice also spoke about his personal motivation following his high-profile move: “I was on the way to the game tonight and I just thought, ‘Go out there and have it tonight, just go out there and try to put on a show’. Even in the warm-up I just felt an energy to try to go out and perform, I was really up for it to be honest. Only two games in obviously, there’s so much talk about the price tag and I want to keep proving people wrong, proving I can play at the top, and keep putting in top performances. I keep my feet on the ground, keep listening to people around me and keep pushing.”

Child Q Speaks Out on Police Strip-Search: ‘Why Was It Me?’

Child Q Speaks Out on Police Strip-Search: ‘Why Was It Me?’

15-Year-Old Black Schoolgirl Calls for Change After Trauma of Inappropriate Search

A 15-year-old black schoolgirl, known as Child Q, has spoken publicly for the first time about her traumatic strip-search by police, asking: “Why was it me?” The teenager was subjected to the invasive search in March 2022 at her school in Hackney, east London, while on her period, under suspicion of possessing cannabis. The incident sparked widespread outrage and protests, with concerns raised over safeguarding, racial discrimination, and the disproportionate treatment of black children by authorities.

In the wake of a new report on the case, Child Q expressed her ongoing confusion and pain. She said: “Things need to change. Even I can see that.” Former police chief Jim Gamble, who recently spoke with Child Q, praised her resilience but noted that the incident still weighs heavily on her. He explained: “She’s still asking herself, ‘Why was it me?’”

The updated review, led by Gamble, highlights deep concerns about systemic racism, safeguarding issues, and the disproportionate use of strip searches across public services. It also found that no further strip-searches of children have occurred in Hackney since the incident, but further reform is still necessary.

Gamble pointed out that the question of “Why me?” is central to understanding the racial disparities in the treatment of young people. He suggested that the incident might not have occurred had the child been white, saying, “Would this have happened if Child Q was a blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl in a south Kensington school?”

Following the report, the Independent Office for Police Conduct confirmed that four Metropolitan Police officers have been served with gross misconduct notices as part of an ongoing investigation into the inappropriate strip-search. Gamble’s review also revealed that many local children were not shocked by the search, with some seeing it as part of a pattern of unfair treatment of black children by police.

In response, Hackney’s leaders reiterated calls for the Met Police to recognise and address institutional racism. Mayor Philip Glanville, Deputy Mayor Anntoinette Bramble, and Cabinet Member Susan Fajana-Thomas stated: “Real and lasting progress will remain paralysed until this happens.”

While Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway, head of policing in Hackney and Tower Hamlets, apologised for the incident and acknowledged the overuse of strip-searches on children, he also pointed to the broader issue of young people being exploited to carry drugs and weapons. The Metropolitan Police cited alarming statistics about youth violence in London, including the stabbing of 57 children in the past five years, as a backdrop to the need for such searches.

Former Chief Medical Officer Apologises in Tears at UK Covid Inquiry

Former Chief Medical Officer Apologises in Tears at UK Covid Inquiry

Professor Dame Sally Davies Expresses Regret Over Covid Deaths and Responses

Professor Dame Sally Davies, former Chief Medical Officer for England, became emotional and was close to tears as she apologised to families who lost loved ones during the Covid-19 pandemic while giving evidence at the UK Covid Inquiry.

During her testimony, Dame Sally said: “Maybe this is the moment to say how sorry I am to the relatives who lost their families. It wasn’t just the deaths, it was the way they died. It was horrible.” She revealed that her daughter, a young doctor working on the front line in Scotland, had shared heartbreaking stories with her. “It was harrowing, and it remains horrible,” she added.

Dame Sally, who served as CMO from 2010 to 2019, also discussed Exercise Cygnus, a 2016 simulation that tested the UK’s preparedness for a severe influenza pandemic. She stated that the exercise revealed the UK’s pandemic response was inadequate for handling such a crisis. Nevertheless, she believed the UK’s plans for a flu pandemic could be adapted to manage other pathogens effectively.

When questioned about a potential bias towards preparing for a flu pandemic, Dame Sally acknowledged a “groupthink” mentality, noting that not just the UK, but the entire global north had focused predominantly on flu preparedness. She concluded, “We did a lot of learning as we went.”

Glastonbury’s Cancellation of Corbyn Film Screening ‘Disgraceful’, Producer Claims

Glastonbury’s Cancellation of Corbyn Film Screening ‘Disgraceful’, Producer Claims

Producer Slams Claims of Antisemitism as ‘Smear’ Amid Film’s Withdrawal from Festival

The decision by Glastonbury Festival to cancel a screening of the film Oh, Jeremy Corbyn: The Big Lie has been condemned as “disgraceful” by its producer, Norman Thomas. The film, which focuses on the former Labour leader and his alleged victimisation, was due to be shown at the festival’s Pilton Palais cinema on June 25.

Thomas, of Platform Films, vehemently denied accusations that the documentary was antisemitic, calling such claims “a total smear” with “no foundation whatsoever”. His statement followed Glastonbury’s announcement that the film, initially booked “in good faith”, would no longer be shown after the Board of Deputies of British Jews (BDBJ) expressed concerns.

The BDBJ labelled the documentary “profoundly sinister” and raised alarms about it being showcased at a major event like Glastonbury. Thomas, however, suggested that the decision was the result of “vicious outside pressure” from groups who pressured the festival’s sponsors and organisers.

The documentary portrays Corbyn as the victim of a deliberate smear campaign and claims that current Labour leader, Sir Keir Starmer, played a role in this by acting as a “deceptive spy cop” within the party. Glastonbury organisers even had a lawyer assess the film and found it to be free from antisemitism, Thomas added.

Despite the cancellation, Thomas maintained that the controversy surrounding the film has gone on too long, and he continues to defend its content against what he describes as baseless accusations.

Fishermen Save 7ft Sunfish After It Becomes Stranded in Shallow Waters

Fishermen Save 7ft Sunfish After It Becomes Stranded in Shallow Waters

Authorities Monitor Situation After Rescue of 220lb Marine Animal Off Leyte Coast

A group of fishermen in the Philippines came to the aid of a 7ft-long sunfish that had become stranded in shallow waters last week. The large 220lb marine creature was spotted near a port in Ormoc City, Leyte province, on June 15 when it appeared to be struggling in the shallow area, occasionally waving its fins above the surface. Despite the fishermen’s attempts to push it back into deeper waters, the sunfish repeatedly swam back towards the shore. Authorities were contacted and successfully helped to guide the fish back to the open sea. While the sunfish was freed, officials continue to monitor the area in case it returns to the shallows.

Fan Runs onto Pitch to Hug Messi During Argentina-Australia Friendly

Fan Runs onto Pitch to Hug Messi During Argentina-Australia Friendly

Young Supporter Tackled by Security After Running onto the Field to Embrace Messi

A passionate football fan took his admiration for Lionel Messi to the extreme when he ran onto the pitch during a friendly match between Argentina and Australia in Beijing on Thursday, 15 June. The fan, wearing an Argentina jersey, managed to reach his idol and give him a quick hug before security guards gave chase.

Footage from the incident shows the fan falling to the ground as several security personnel quickly swarm him, lifting him off the field while the crowd cheers in amusement. The fan’s brief moment with Messi was interrupted as he was escorted away.

Following the incident, police revealed that the fan has been banned from attending football stadiums for the next 12 months, a decision made in response to his breach of security. The event captured the attention of fans and showcased just how far some supporters will go to show their love for the football legend.

Kesha Reveals Life-Threatening Health Scare After Autoimmune Diagnosis

Kesha Reveals Life-Threatening Health Scare After Autoimmune Diagnosis

Singer Opens Up About CVID Diagnosis and Near-Death Experience

Kesha has bravely shared details about a life-threatening medical emergency she experienced earlier this year, revealing that she “almost died” after being diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder CVID (common variable immunodeficiency). In an exclusive interview with Self, the 36-year-old pop singer discussed the frightening health scare that occurred after a fertility procedure in 2023.

CVID, a rare condition affecting between 25,000 and 50,000 people worldwide, causes the immune system to attack healthy parts of the body, leading to various symptoms such as fatigue, digestive issues, and potential complications like lung disease. Kesha explained that after a performance in the Bahamas on New Year’s Eve, she became seriously ill, unable to walk, and was rushed to the hospital.

Doctors discovered that the singer had suffered a severe complication from her fertility treatment, which may have been exacerbated by her weakened immune system. She was admitted to a hospital in Miami, where she spent nine days recovering. Kesha expressed that the experience was “horrifying” but shared that she has since recovered, though it took a couple of months to regain her health.

Kesha reflected on her decision to freeze her eggs, saying it was a way for her to take control of her reproductive health, and she strongly supports others doing the same. Despite her initial reluctance to share her diagnosis with the public, she now feels ready to be open about it. “I didn’t want to be seen as a ‘whiny, privileged girl,’” she said, explaining why she kept her condition private.

The pop star, who found fame with albums like Animal (2010) and Rainbow (2017), released her latest record Gag Order in May. In her interview, she also shared how her diagnosis has altered her perspective on health, particularly the importance of sleep. “I learned after my diagnosis that sleep is the most important thing,” she confessed, adding that she now protects her rest “fiercely.”

Kesha’s candidness about her health struggles highlights the challenges of living with a chronic condition, and her journey offers an inspiring message about taking control of one’s health and embracing self-care.

How to Watch the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix Live in the UK

How to Watch the 2023 F1 Canadian Grand Prix Live in the UK

Max Verstappen Leads on Pole as Red Bull Dominates the 2023 F1 Season

Max Verstappen starts from pole position for this evening’s Canadian Grand Prix, continuing Red Bull’s dominance in the 2023 Formula 1 season. The Dutch driver has claimed victory in five of the seven races so far, with his teammate Sergio Perez securing the other two wins. Verstappen is the strong favourite to win again at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, aiming for back-to-back victories in Canada.

Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time Canadian Grand Prix winner, will start in fourth, just ahead of George Russell. However, Mercedes has yet to challenge Red Bull’s pace at the front. Nico Hulkenberg starts from the front row and will be looking to make an impact. Meanwhile, Perez and Charles Leclerc, who both failed to qualify for Q3 on Saturday, face a tough challenge ahead.

TV Channel: The race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, with coverage starting at 5:30pm BST on Sky Sports F1 and 7pm BST on Sky Sports Main Event. The race begins at 7pm BST. Free highlights will be available on Channel 4 at 11:30pm BST.

Ukrainian Forces Strike Major Ammunition Depot Near Russian-Occupied Henichesk

Ukrainian Forces Strike Major Ammunition Depot Near Russian-Occupied Henichesk

A Significant Blow to Russian Supplies as Ukrainian Forces Destroy Key Ammunition Stockpile

Ukrainian forces have successfully targeted and destroyed a major ammunition depot near the Russian-occupied port city of Henichesk in the Kherson region, according to Ukrainian officials. The strike took place in the village of Rykove, located about 20km from Henichesk, a city on the Sea of Azov that has been under Russian control since the early days of the invasion.

Serhiy Bratchuk, spokesperson for the Odesa military administration, confirmed the attack in a video message, describing the operation as a “very significant” blow to Russian supply lines. He further noted the explosion was “very loud” and left a massive plume of smoke rising over the horizon, with footage showing blasts and burning projectiles in the sky.

In addition to this strike, Ukrainian forces reported killing an estimated 650 Russian soldiers in an attack on Saturday, further contributing to the mounting toll of Russian casualties, which Kyiv now estimates at 219,820 since the start of the conflict in February 2022. These figures remain unverified and are subject to change as the situation develops.