Bodies flood Rio streets after Brazil’s deadliest police raid leaves over 100 dead

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October 29, 2025

A Russian court has again sentenced 18-year-old street musician Diana Loginova to 13 days in jail over her viral anti-Kremlin performances in St. Petersburg — marking her second arrest this month.

Loginova, the vocalist of the street band Stoptime, was detained Tuesday after performing songs critical of President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine. The court accused her of organizing an unsanctioned gathering and engaging in “petty hooliganism.” According to RusNews, she received two 13-day sentences to be served concurrently.

The young artist, known by her stage name Naoko, had just completed her previous 13-day detention last week following similar charges. Her bandmates, guitarist Alexander Orlov and drummer Vladislav Leontyev, were also arrested repeatedly, with Orlov receiving 13 days and Leontyev 15 days on separate administrative counts.

Earlier Tuesday, the Leninsky District Court fined Loginova 30,000 rubles ($375) for allegedly “discrediting” the Russian military after performing “Ty Soldat” (“You’re a Soldier”), a song written by exiled musician Monetochka — whom the Kremlin has labeled a “foreign agent.”

Loginova defended herself in court, saying her music was not political but emotional, meant to share art she loved. “My activity as a street musician is aimed at sharing music I love,” she said. “I don’t pursue political goals.”

Her lawyer argued that prosecutors never specified which lyrics were deemed offensive and that the case lacked evidence of intent. The courtroom was filled with supporters and journalists who applauded as the visibly tired singer smiled after nearly two weeks in detention.

Shortly after the hearing, Loginova was taken in an unmarked vehicle to a police station, where she reportedly began feeling unwell from stress. Paramedics were called to treat her but decided she did not require hospitalization, her mother Irina Loginova told local media.

Despite her repeated arrests, Loginova’s mother said her daughter would continue performing. “It’s her life,” she said.

The musician faces an additional charge of discrediting the army for another anti-war song, which could escalate to criminal prosecution carrying a potential prison sentence of several years.

Her defiance has gained wide attention on Russian social media, with many viewing her as a symbol of artistic resistance against the Kremlin’s crackdown on dissent.

During her latest detention, Orlov proposed to Loginova inside a police van — a gesture that has since gone viral, underscoring both the repression and resilience of Russia’s new generation of anti-war artists.

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Sudan’s paramilitary killed over 600 at a hospital in Darfur, residents and aid workers say

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October 29, 2025

EL-FASHER, Sudan (AP) — Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) killed more than 600 people, including patients and medical staff, during a brutal assault on a hospital in North Darfur, witnesses and aid agencies said Wednesday, describing one of the deadliest atrocities since the country’s civil war began two years ago.

The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed that 460 patients and their companions were massacred inside Saudi Hospital in the provincial capital of El-Fasher on Tuesday after RSF fighters overran the city. “The attack was a massacre,” said WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who condemned the violence as a violation of international humanitarian law.

Survivors and aid workers told The Associated Press that RSF gunmen went door-to-door, shooting civilians, including women and children, and executing hospital patients in their beds. Witnesses described corpses scattered in the streets and around the hospital. “It was like a killing field,” said Tajal-Rahman, a man who fled the city. “Bodies everywhere, people bleeding, and no one to help them.”

The assault came after RSF forces seized El-Fasher, the Sudanese army’s last major stronghold in Darfur, following a 500-day siege. The capture raises fears that Sudan, already fractured by ethnic and political divisions, may splinter again more than a decade after South Sudan’s independence.

Humanitarian agencies say the massacre is part of a systematic campaign of terror. The Sudan Doctors Network, which has tracked violence since the conflict began, said RSF fighters “cold-bloodedly killed everyone they found inside the hospital,” showing no mercy to the wounded or medical staff.

Umm Amena, a mother of four who escaped after being detained by RSF fighters, said the attackers “beat and tortured” civilians before shooting those who tried to flee. “The Janjaweed showed no mercy for anyone,” she said, using the local term for the RSF.

RSF commander Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, sanctioned by the United States, acknowledged “abuses” by his forces and said an internal investigation had begun, though he provided no details.

Footage shared online by Darfur Governor Mini Minawi appeared to show bodies strewn across the hospital floor, pools of blood surrounding patients and medical staff. In one clip, an RSF fighter fired into a wounded man who collapsed after the shot. The Associated Press could not independently verify the video but confirmed that mass graves are visible in recent satellite images analyzed by the Yale School of Public Health’s Humanitarian Research Lab.

The Yale report said satellite evidence “corroborates claims of mass executions” near Saudi Hospital and the city’s former Children’s Hospital, where dozens of detainees were reportedly killed. Aid groups say the true toll could be far higher, with communication blackouts and ongoing violence hindering rescue efforts.

The United Nations migration agency said more than 36,000 people have fled El-Fasher since Sunday, seeking refuge in rural areas or overcrowded camps. Doctors Without Borders reported treating scores of gunshot victims and receiving dozens of orphaned or malnourished children, including infants whose parents were killed. “Now it’s hell on Earth with lots of guns,” said UNICEF representative Sheldon Yett.

Before the massacre, the U.N. had already documented nearly 2,000 civilian deaths in North Darfur this year. International outrage over the hospital killings grew on Wednesday, with France, Germany, the U.K., and the European Union condemning the RSF’s actions. U.S. Senator Jim Risch called on Washington to designate the group a foreign terrorist organization.

Human Rights Watch researcher Mohamed Osman said the footage from El-Fasher “reveals a horrifying truth: the Rapid Support Forces feel free to carry out mass atrocities with little fear of consequences.”

As Sudan’s civil war enters its third year, aid groups warn that the world’s worst humanitarian crisis is deteriorating rapidly — and that the international community’s failure to act could embolden further atrocities.

3 US Air Force members found dead in Ohio in suspected murder-suicide

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October 29, 2025

DAYTON, Ohio (BN24)— The military community in Ohio is reeling after three U.S. Air Force members were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide. The bodies of Jacob Prichard, 34, his wife Jaymee Prichard, 33, and Lieutenant Jaime Gustitus, 25, were discovered in separate locations on Saturday morning, prompting an investigation into the tragic deaths.

The Wright-Patterson Air Force Base confirmed the deaths, with police and local authorities reporting that the incident was a murder-suicide. Authorities believe Jacob Prichard killed his wife and her colleague, Lieutenant Gustitus, before turning the weapon on himself. The investigation into the events is ongoing, but details have begun to emerge about the chilling sequence of events that led to the deaths.

According to police, the first signs of trouble came early Saturday morning when a witness in Sugarcreek Township called 911 after hearing a loud bang coming from a nearby home. The witness, who was located near the Prichard residence, reported hearing what sounded like a glass door shattering at around 2 a.m.

“I think they shattered her door,” the caller said, according to WHIOTV. The witness later saw a man, identified by authorities as Jacob Prichard, leaving the area. The witness said Jacob had threatened them at gunpoint, telling them to return inside their home. The man then left the scene, according to the police account.

At the time of the call, Jacob Prichard had already killed Lieutenant Gustitus in her apartment, police said. Gustitus, who was a member of the 711th Human Performance Wing at the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson, was discovered dead at the scene. Authorities later revealed that Jacob had also killed his wife, Jaymee, although they did not specify how or where her death occurred.

Hours after the initial events, Jacob Prichard drove to his workplace, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, at around 4 a.m. He parked his car outside and, in a final act of desperation, shot himself. Security cameras at the base recorded the moment, capturing his death on video. Police later found Jaymee Prichard’s body in the trunk of the car, confirming that her husband had intentionally placed her there before taking his life.

Jacob and Jaymee Prichard, who lived in Huber Heights, just north of Dayton, were well-known in their local community. The couple had three children, who have been left devastated by the loss of their mother and father. Local authorities confirmed that the children were not witnesses to the murders and are now in the care of family members.

Lieutenant Gustitus, who was stationed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, worked in the 711th Human Performance Wing, which is part of the Air Force Research Laboratory. The wing focuses on human performance research, including mental and physical health initiatives for military personnel. Gustitus had joined the Air Force to serve her country and was considered a promising young officer. Authorities have yet to clarify her relationship with the Prichards, though she was described by police as a colleague of the couple.

The deaths have sent shockwaves through the local community and the military personnel at Wright-Patterson, where the victims worked. The Air Force Materiel Command released a statement expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy. Lt. Gen. Linda Hurry, Deputy Commander of the Air Force Materiel Command, said, “We are deeply saddened by this tragic event, and our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones affected. We stand with them as they navigate this unimaginable pain, and we offer our sincerest condolences to all impacted by this heartbreaking loss.”

The Air Force also confirmed that both the Air Force and local authorities are providing counseling services to help those affected by the deaths, including coworkers, family members, and friends. In addition, the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has taken over the case, and authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the killings.

Jaymee Prichard’s family has launched a fundraiser to assist her three children, who are now without both parents. The family has set up an online donation campaign to help provide meals and support for the grieving children. The fundraiser’s description reads, “The Rock/Pritchard family is grieving the heartbreaking loss of their daughter and her three children, the loss of their mother. As they navigate this unimaginable time, we’d like to ease a small part of their burden by organizing meals for the family. If you’re able, please consider signing up to provide a meal. Your support and kindness mean more than words can express.”

While the motive behind the killings remains unclear, investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Authorities have not disclosed whether they believe the deaths were related to domestic issues, work-related tensions, or other factors.

As the investigation progresses, local authorities and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation are focusing on gathering further evidence from the scene. The Air Force and local law enforcement continue to work closely together to understand what led to the tragic deaths of these three Air Force members.

The Air Force has promised to continue offering support to all affected individuals, particularly those who worked closely with the victims at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The deaths have left a hole in the local military community, and the full scope of the tragedy is still unfolding as investigators work to uncover the facts.

Migrant murdered restaurant owner in random stabbing attack because his asylum application was rejected

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October 29, 2025

DERBY, England (BN24)— A Somali asylum seeker with a history of arrests across four European countries has been sentenced to life imprisonment after fatally stabbing a Derby restaurant owner in a bank following the rejection of his asylum claim.

Haybe Cabdiraxmaan Nur, 47, pleaded guilty to the murder of 37-year-old Gurvinder Singh Johal, a father of three, who was stabbed in the chest at a Lloyds Bank branch on St Peter’s Street. CCTV footage shown in Derby Crown Court revealed Nur calmly entering the bank on May 6, 2025, approaching Johal while he waited in line, and stabbing him forcefully before walking out. The knife remained lodged in Johal’s chest, and he was pronounced dead less than an hour later.

Judge Shaun Smith KC described the attack as “brutal and callous,” emphasizing that Johal was “doing nothing more than withdrawing money from the bank to pay his staff.” He told the court the CCTV footage was “a real-life horror film” for all who witnessed the crime, adding that the killing was “very public” and that any decision regarding Nur’s deportation was “a matter for the Home Office.”

Prosecutors outlined Nur’s recent immigration history, noting that he had arrived in the UK by small boat on October 22, 2024. Within days, he was informed that he did not have reasonable grounds for seeking asylum as he was not a victim of human trafficking. His application was formally refused in January, and by March, he had been issued an immigration bail notice preventing him from working.

The court heard that Nur had previously come to police attention for violent and public order offenses in the UK, including an incident in December 2024 in which he shouted racial abuse and attempted to run into traffic. He also headbutted a construction worker during that episode, though no charges were brought. Prosecutors added that Nur was known to authorities in France, Luxembourg, Italy, and Germany for a variety of offenses, including a one-year suspended sentence in Italy in 2023 for robbery, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and resisting a public official.

On the day of the attack, Nur’s friend described seeing him drinking vodka and beer “like he was having a party by himself.” Nur also made two calls to the charity Migrant Help, during which he expressed anger over his asylum rejection and stated he intended to harm multiple people before killing himself. Authorities were alerted, and paramedics visited his flat, but the attack occurred before Nur could be stopped.

At the bank, Johal, who lived in West Bromwich with his wife and children aged five, three, and one, was last seen on FaceTime to a friend when Nur stabbed him. The attack caused Johal to collapse to the floor, with the knife handle breaking and driving the blade further into his chest. Nur left the knife protruding from Johal’s body and returned to his flat, where he remained until police arrived nearly four hours later. During his arrest, Nur reportedly told officers, “What can you take from me? I did this intentionally,” and threatened police while referencing extremist figures.

The court also heard details of Nur’s life before arriving in the UK. He claimed his wife had been killed in Somalia in 2016, after which he spent time in Libya under duress, traveled through France and Italy, and eventually paid for his passage to the UK. He reportedly drank heavily on the day of the attack, consuming three bottles of vodka, and later said he did not remember the stabbing due to intoxication.

A statement read on behalf of Johal’s family described the profound grief left by the killing. “We stand before you broken and grieving to speak of the unbearable pain and emptiness that has consumed our lives since Gurvinder Singh Johal—our son, our Danny—was so brutally taken from us,” the statement said. It detailed the impact on his young children, who were confused and fearful, asking, “When is Daddy coming back?”

Defence counsel James Horne KC told the court that Nur was in a “state of flux and crisis” and struggling with alcohol dependency and feelings of injustice regarding the UK asylum system. A psychiatrist who assessed Nur concluded that the stabbing was a “terrible expression of his anger and hopelessness.”

Nur was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 25 years.

Nvidia becomes first $5 trillion company, driven by AI boom

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October 29, 2025

WASHINGTON (BN24)— Nvidia became the first company to reach a $5 trillion market value on Wednesday, a milestone fueled by strong demand for artificial intelligence technology. The chipmaker’s valuation now exceeds the GDP of every country except the United States and China, according to World Bank data.

The company’s rise has been rapid. Three months ago, Nvidia was worth $4 trillion. Slightly more than two years ago, its market value was $1 trillion. Shares opened more than 3% higher on Wednesday.

Nvidia’s growth has become a symbol of the broader AI investment boom. The surge has created billionaires among top shareholders but has also raised concerns that the market may be overvalued, drawing comparisons to the internet bubble of the late 1990s.

The milestone follows Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s annual AI conference in Washington, D.C., where he announced partnerships and deals with companies including Nokia and Uber. Huang said he expects $500 billion in AI chip orders through next year. In an interview with NBC News, Huang said AI companies are generating “real revenues” and selling profitable products.

Nvidia’s $5 trillion market capitalization is larger than the combined value of its competitors, including AMD, Intel, Broadcom, TSMC, Micron, ASML, Lam Research, Qualcomm, and Arm Holdings. The stock has risen more than 50% this year and more than 1,500% over five years. In comparison, the S&P 500 has gained 17% this year, and the Nasdaq 23%.

Shares were also boosted on Tuesday after former President Donald Trump said he would discuss Nvidia’s Blackwell chip with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a meeting in South Korea. Blackwell is Nvidia’s most powerful AI chip. Sales to China have been restricted over concerns that Beijing could gain a technological advantage. The U.S. government has sent mixed signals about AI chip exports. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said in July that while the top three tiers of technology cannot be sold to China, lower-tier AI technology may be exported.

Investors and economists are watching closely as Nvidia reaches this historic valuation, balancing excitement over AI’s potential with caution over high stock prices.

Thieves disguised as construction workers steal $3.2 million in Queens jewelry and safe heist

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October 29, 2025

NEW YORK (BN24)— Three men, two of them disguised as construction workers, broke into a Queens home and stole a safe and jewelry valued at more than $3 million, authorities said Tuesday.

The burglary occurred Oct. 16 at about 2:20 p.m. in the Jamaica Hills neighborhood, police said. Investigators said the suspects forcibly entered the residence through a rear door. Once inside, the men removed a safe along with high-value jewelry, collectively worth approximately $3.2 million, according to an NYPD statement.

Surveillance footage captured the suspects fleeing east on 84th Drive in a blue Hyundai Elantra. Police described one suspect as wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, black sneakers, a neon construction vest, a white construction hat, eye protection, and carrying a black backpack.

A second man was also disguised as a construction worker, wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, gray sneakers, a neon construction jacket, a white construction hat, eye protection, a black face covering, and carrying a black backpack. Authorities said the third suspect, who served as the getaway driver, wore a white hoodie, black pants, gray sneakers, and black gloves, and remained behind the wheel of the blue Hyundai Elantra.

Police said the burglary was a carefully planned operation. The suspects’ disguises as construction workers allowed them to move around without drawing immediate attention, officials said. No injuries were reported, and it is not clear whether the residents were home at the time of the robbery.

The NYPD is investigating the incident and urged anyone with information to contact the 113th Precinct. Authorities are reviewing surveillance video and canvassing nearby businesses and residences for additional leads.

The theft is among the largest residential jewelry heists reported in Queens in recent years, highlighting concerns about highly organized burglaries in the city.

Trump says ‘It’s Too Bad’ he can’t run for a 3rd term

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October 29, 2025

President Donald Trump on Wednesday acknowledged that he cannot seek a third term in office under the U.S. Constitution, calling it “too bad” while hinting at his desire to continue serving beyond his current tenure.

“If you read it, it’s pretty clear,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One as he traveled from Japan to South Korea. “I’m not allowed to run. It’s too bad.”

According to the Associated Press, the president’s remarks came a day after House Speaker Mike Johnson reiterated that a third Trump term would be constitutionally impossible. “I don’t see the path for that,” Johnson said at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. The Louisiana Republican, a staunch Trump ally, said he and the president have spoken about the issue, noting that Trump “understands the situation” outlined in the 22nd Amendment, which restricts any president to two elected terms.

“The Constitution is clear,” Johnson said. “You’d need a whole new amendment to change that, and that’s a long, complicated process involving Congress and the states. It could take decades.”

Still, Johnson expressed confidence in Trump’s political momentum. “We’re not taking our foot off the gas,” he said. “We’re going to deliver for the American people. He’s got four strong years ahead.”

Trump, however, left room for interpretation, as he often has when discussing his political future. “Based on what I read, I guess I’m not allowed to run,” he said. “So we’ll see what happens.”

The president has repeatedly flirted with the idea of serving beyond two terms, sometimes as a joke and other times as a test of political boundaries. “Trump 2028” hats have been spotted around the White House as souvenirs, and allies such as former campaign manager and podcaster Stephen Bannon have publicly speculated about a possible third Trump term.

During a flight to Japan earlier in the week, Trump told reporters, “I would love to do it,” referring to another presidential run. He added that the Republican Party has “great options” for the next election, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance.

“All I can tell you is we have a great group of people,” Trump said.

The AP hinted that when pressed on whether he would consider running as vice president—a potential legal loophole some have floated—Trump dismissed the idea as “too cute.” “You’d be allowed to do that, but I wouldn’t do that,” he said.

Trump’s remarks come as he continues to test the limits of executive authority, deploying National Guard troops to cities against governors’ wishes, using private donations to fund military operations and White House renovations, and exercising sweeping discretion in federal spending decisions amid a partial government shutdown.

Speaker Johnson, who rose to prominence with Trump’s endorsement, downplayed critics who warn of the president’s growing power. “He enjoys trolling the Democrats,” Johnson said. “Their hair’s on fire, and he just has a good time with it.”

While the Constitution’s 22nd Amendment remains firm, Trump’s comments reinforce his continued influence over the Republican Party — and his enduring appetite for power.

Title drought continues: Cristiano Ronaldo knocked out of the King’s Cup

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October 28, 2025

Indiana, PA (BN24) — Cristiano Ronaldo’s hunt for a major trophy in Saudi Arabia suffered another setback as Al-Nassr were eliminated from the King’s Cup following a 2-1 defeat to Al-Ittihad — with his former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema among the scorers.

The loss marks the tenth time since joining Al-Nassr that Ronaldo has missed out on silverware, prolonging his quest for a first official title in Saudi Arabia. While the Portuguese star lifted the Arab Club Champions Cup in 2023, that tournament is not officially recognized by FIFA.

Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr in January 2023 in a landmark move that shook the football world, once again found himself on the wrong side of a high-stakes encounter. The King’s Cup — Saudi Arabia’s oldest knockout competition — offered a promising chance for redemption, but Al-Ittihad’s resilience proved decisive.

Benzema, facing Ronaldo for the first time since their Real Madrid days, opened the scoring in the 15th minute, slotting home a low cross from Moussa Diaby to give the reigning Saudi Pro League champions an early lead. Al-Nassr hit back when Ronaldo turned provider, assisting Angelo’s equalizer midway through the first half. Yet Al-Ittihad restored their advantage just before halftime when Houssem Aouar capitalized on a defensive lapse to make it 2-1.

The second half unfolded in dramatic fashion. Al-Ittihad defender Ahmed Al Julaydan was sent off early after a reckless challenge, leaving the hosts with ten men for nearly 40 minutes. But despite the numerical advantage, Al-Nassr failed to break through, as Al-Ittihad’s back line, marshaled by goalkeeper Marcelo Grohe, repelled wave after wave of attacks.

Ronaldo had two golden chances to score — a curling free-kick that sailed just wide and a close-range effort that struck the post — but the equalizer never came. As the final whistle blew, frustration was written across the 39-year-old forward’s face.

The defeat extends Al-Nassr’s long-running drought in the King’s Cup — the club has not lifted the prestigious trophy since 1990. Despite the club’s heavy investment in world-class talent, including Ronaldo, Sadio Mané, and Aymeric Laporte, their quest for domestic silverware continues to fall short.

Al-Nassr remain undefeated in the Saudi Pro League after six matchdays and currently lead the table, but the latest cup exit underscores a growing narrative around Ronaldo’s Saudi tenure — brilliance on the pitch overshadowed by a lack of trophies.

“This one hurts,” said an Al-Nassr insider after the match. “The team had the advantage, but we couldn’t turn dominance into goals. Ronaldo gave everything, but football can be cruel.”

For now, all eyes turn to the league, where Ronaldo will aim to finally end his Saudi title drought — one that now stretches across ten tournaments and counting.

Russian forces gain foothold in strategic Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk

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October 28, 2025