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Herbert Villarraga is a journalist based in Bogotá, Colombia.
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Ukraine buries boxing coach whose kitchen wall was torn off in Russian attack

17 Apr 2024  |  www.fxempire.com
Hundreds of mourners attended the memorial service for Mykhailo Korenovskyi, a boxing coach killed in the recent attack on Dnipro, Ukraine. A family video highlighted a happier time in the same kitchen that was destroyed in the attack. Colleague Oleh Bilenko remembered Korenovskyi for his dedication to all his trainees, especially children starting out in boxing. Korenovskyi's family mourned, while other family members were not present during the attack.

Ecuador TV station hostage recounts 'surreal' armed takeover

10 Jan 2024  |  ca.news.yahoo.com
Gunmen stormed TC Television in Guayaquil, Ecuador, taking staff hostage and forcing journalist Jose Luis Calderon to speak on camera at gunpoint. The incident, part of a surge in violence, occurred after President Daniel Noboa declared 22 gangs as terrorist organizations. The live feed of the takeover lasted about 20 minutes, causing national shock. Calderon described the two-hour ordeal as 'surreal' but remained calm, knowing the police had been alerted. The attackers, linked to the gang La Firma and crime group Los Choneros, eventually surrendered after police intervention, resulting in 13 arrests. The violence followed the escape of Los Choneros leader Adolfo Macias from prison.

Ecuador TV station hostage recounts 'surreal' armed takeover

10 Jan 2024  |  investing.com
Journalist Jose Luis Calderon describes being held hostage at gunpoint during an armed takeover of the Guayaquil TV station TC by gunmen, including teenagers, associated with the gang La Firma and the larger crime group Los Choneros. The incident, which was broadcast live, occurred amidst a wave of violence leading President Daniel Noboa to declare 22 gangs as terrorist organizations. The gunmen demanded Calderon to warn against police intervention on air, and after a two-hour ordeal, which resulted in injuries to a cameraman and another employee, the attackers surrendered to the police, resulting in 13 arrests.

Children who survived five weeks in Colombia jungle will tell own story: father

11 Jun 2023  |  sightmagazine.com.au
Four Indigenous children, aged one to 13, survived a plane crash in Colombia's southern jungle on 1st May and were found after more than five weeks. The crash killed their mother and two other adults. The children were located in Caqueta province following searches by the military and Indigenous communities. Manuel Ranoque, father of the two youngest, stated the children will share their story and mentioned the difficulty in obtaining information from them due to their ordeal. There is a discrepancy in accounts regarding how long the children's mother survived after the crash.

Yellen, at former slave port, sees path of renewal for Africa and US

21 Jan 2023  |  postbulletin.com
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited the House of Slaves on Goree Island, Senegal, acknowledging the 'unspeakable cruelty' of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and its lasting impact. She emphasized the shared history and connection between Africa and the United States, and the importance of fighting for freedom and human rights. Yellen, who has worked to address historic disparities affecting Black Americans, highlighted progress and the need for further efforts to counter the slave trade's brutal consequences. She has established a racial equity task force at the Treasury and, along with her deputy Wally Adeyemo, is working to improve economic conditions for communities of color. Yellen's visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site, which draws many visitors including Americans of African descent, was marked by her appointment as a lifetime ambassador of the island's history.

India considers banning news identified as 'fake' by government on social media

18 Jan 2023  |  wctrib.com
India's government has proposed new IT rules that would prevent social media platforms from hosting any information deemed false by the Press Information Bureau or other authorized agencies. This follows a series of actions by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government seen as attempts to control big tech firms. The draft requires social media and online intermediaries to prevent the dissemination of identified 'fake or false' information. Additionally, the government plans to establish a panel to address user complaints about content moderation on social media platforms.

New German minister debating Ukraine tanks

17 Jan 2023  |  hepburnadvocate.com.au
Germany is facing pressure to authorize the delivery of Leopard battle tanks to Ukraine, a decision now resting with the new Defence Minister Boris Pistorius. The tanks are seen as crucial for Ukraine to potentially turn the tide in the war against Russia. Germany has been hesitant to approve weapons that could escalate the conflict. Meanwhile, the US and its allies have provided substantial military support to Ukraine. The Kremlin has warned against new weapon deliveries, and a pro-Kremlin TV presenter suggested that countries supplying advanced weapons to Ukraine could become targets for Russia. Ukraine's top general met with the US Joint Chiefs of Staff to discuss urgent military needs, and the Netherlands has committed to sending Patriot missiles to Ukraine.

Ukraine buries boxing coach whose kitchen wall was torn off in Russian attack

17 Jan 2023  |  nationalpost.com
Mykhailo Korenovskyi, a Ukrainian boxing coach, was laid to rest after being killed in a Russian missile attack in Dnipro, which destroyed the outer wall of his apartment. The attack resulted in at least 44 fatalities. Korenovskyi was remembered for his dedication to training boxers of all levels, particularly children. Emergency services concluded their search for survivors, with 44 confirmed dead and 20 still missing.

Ukraine pushes for tanks as holdout Germany says new minister to decide

17 Jan 2023  |  inkl.com
Ukraine is urging for the delivery of Western battle tanks to bolster its forces against Russian troops, with a focus on German-made Leopard tanks that require Berlin's authorization. Germany's new Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, who replaced Christine Lambrecht, is expected to make a decision on the matter. Allies are set to meet at a U.S. air base in Germany to pledge military support for Ukraine. The Kremlin has criticized the West's arms supplies to Ukraine, while NATO allies emphasize their commitment to Ukrainian victory. Cyberattacks and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, including a deadly attack in Dnipro, have been attributed to Russia, which denies targeting civilians.

Ukraine buries boxing coach whose kitchen wall was torn off in Russian attack

17 Jan 2023  |  wiky.com
Mykhailo Korenovskyi, a Ukrainian boxing coach, was laid to rest after being killed in a Russian missile attack in Dnipro, which destroyed the wall of his apartment. The attack resulted in at least 44 fatalities. Korenovskyi was remembered for his dedication to training boxers of all levels, particularly children. The search for survivors ended on Tuesday, with 44 confirmed dead and 20 still missing.

Ukraine buries boxing coach whose kitchen wall was torn off in Russian attack

17 Jan 2023  |  wixx.com
Mykhailo Korenovskyi, a Ukrainian boxing coach, was laid to rest after being killed in a Russian missile attack in Dnipro, which destroyed the wall of his apartment. The attack resulted in at least 44 fatalities. Korenovskyi was remembered for his dedication to training boxers of all levels, particularly children. Emergency services concluded their search for survivors, confirming 44 deaths and 20 missing persons.

Ukraine buries boxing coach whose kitchen wall was torn off in Russian attack

17 Jan 2023  |  943jackfm.com
Mykhailo Korenovskyi, a Ukrainian boxing coach, was laid to rest after being killed in a Russian missile attack in Dnipro, which destroyed the outer wall of his apartment. The attack resulted in at least 44 fatalities. Korenovskyi was remembered for his dedication to training boxers at all levels and his love for children starting in the sport. Emergency services concluded their search for survivors, with 44 confirmed dead and 20 still missing.

Ukraine buries boxing coach whose kitchen wall was torn off in Russian attack

17 Jan 2023  |  kelofm.com
Mykhailo Korenovskyi, a Ukrainian boxing coach, was laid to rest after being killed in a Russian missile attack in Dnipro, Ukraine. The attack, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in at least 44 fatalities. Korenovskyi was remembered for his dedication to training boxers and his love for children starting out in the sport. The emergency services concluded their search for survivors, with 44 confirmed dead and 20 still missing.
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