World News – Page 57 – Prologue Journal

Zelensky reveals Victory Plan, calls for NATO membership

Washington Post The plan includes permission for strikes inside Russia and assistance with air defenses, but Western reaction to it has been muted so far. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/16/zelensky-victory-plan-ukraine-nato-russia/

At least 94 killed, 50 injured in fuel tanker explosion in Nigeria

Washington Post The driver of the tanker lost control of the vehicle, which tipped over in Nigeria’s Jigawa state. As locals rushed to retrieve the fuel, the tank exploded. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/16/nigeria-fuel-tanker-explosion-jigawa/

Live Updates: Israel Strikes Near Beirut For First Time in Days

New York Times The attacks, which also hit southern Lebanon, came after the United States expressed concerns about the bombardment of the Lebanese capital. Israel’s military said it had aimed at Hezbollah targets. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/10/16/world/israel-lebanon-iran-gaza-news

A Beloved Maple Tree Had to Come Down, But It Lives On

New York Times A beloved sugar maple slowly succumbed to disease. Today, it lives on in a new form. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/16/climate/sugar-maple-tree-pennsylvania.html

Live updates: U.S. gives Israel deadline to increase Gaza aid; fresh strikes hit southern Beirut

Washington Post Israel’s leader told French President Emmanuel Macron that he would not agree to a cease-fire deal that doesn’t “stop Hezbollah from rearming and regrouping.” https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/16/israel-iran-lebanon-war-news-gaza-hamas-hezbollah/

Global Electricity Demand Is Rising Faster Than Expected, I.E.A. Says

New York Times A surge in power use worldwide could make it harder for nations to slash emissions and keep global warming in check. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/16/climate/global-demand-electricity-rising.html

As U.S. election nears, gloom settles over Ukraine

Washington Post Zelensky’s victory plan will likely be a far cry from the outright “victory” many hoped for, as cynicism and fatigue set in among Ukraine’s western allies. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/16/zelensky-victory-plan-us-election/

Set sail on world’s largest cruise ship, which can accommodate over 7,000 guests per voyage

Fox News Have you ever wondered what it’s like to set sail on the world’s largest cruise ship? In order to cross that item off your bucket list, you’ll need to book a trip on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, which currently holds the record for the largest cruise ship in the world. Icon…

SEE IT: Suspect discovered hiding in couch on police bodycam while serving arrest warrant

Fox News Police in the UK found their suspect in what they’re calling “a first” while executing a search warrant in an unlikely location, according to bodycam footage recently shared on social media. Bedfordshire Police shared the video via Facebook in a post which now has over 138k views on the site. In the video,…

Conkers championship caught up in chestnut-of-steel cheating commotion

Washington Post “We think he’s innocent, but we’re just checking,” said a spokesman for the World Conker Championships, of allegations that the male champion swapped a chestnut for a steel nut. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/10/15/conkers-championship-cheating-scandal/