Newly unsealed court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein contain testimony from Epstein's former house manager claiming Donald Trump visited Epstein but never got massages at his home. The staffer, Juan Alessi, said Prince Andrew was a frequent guest at Epstein's Florida estate and received "daily massages" during visits that would last for weeks. In contrast, Alessi said Trump only came for dinner occasionally, never stayed overnight, and didn't get massages since he had his own spa facilities. The claims come from a lawsuit against Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted last year for her role in Epstein's sex trafficking ring.

In a shocking revelation, 26 girls from various states, including Gujarat, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh, have gone missing from an illegally-operated shelter home in Bhopal. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights discovered the discrepancy during a surprise visit. An FIR has been filed against the shelter home director, revealing irregularities and the illegal operation of the facility. The girls, aged 6 to 18, were reportedly residing without Child Welfare Committee orders. The missionary-run home is accused of religious conversion practices. Authorities are investigating the matter, addressing concerns of human trafficking and immoral activities.

The Indian Navy successfully rescued 15 Indians and all 21 crew members from a hijacked cargo ship near Somalia. A video captures the rescued sailors expressing gratitude, chanting "Bharat Mata Ki Jai." Deploying warships, aircraft, helicopters, and drones, the Navy confirmed the absence of hijackers after sanitizing the ship. The crew is now working to restore the ship's systems for a safe journey under the escort of an Indian Naval Warship. Ongoing investigations continue in the area. One sailor shared, "Proud of Indian Navy," expressing relief after being stranded for 24 hours.            

For the second time since September 2022, a plane carrying Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau broke down during an official trip, forcing the deployment of a backup aircraft. Trudeau was returning home from a family vacation in Jamaica when the original plane developed technical issues. A maintenance team was sent to repair the plane, allowing Trudeau to eventually fly back to Ottawa. In September 2022, Trudeau was stranded in New Delhi for an extra day after his plane broke down following the G20 summit. The aircraft Trudeau uses is 36 years old and has caused issues before, highlighting the need for new planes.

Lebanese armed group Hezbollah launched 62 rockets, hitting a crucial Israeli observation post. This move is deemed a "preliminary response" to the recent killing of Hamas' deputy chief, Saleh al-Arouri, in an Israeli drone strike. Analysts suggest the strike may serve as a message to Hezbollah about the vulnerability of its prime stronghold, Dahiyeh, to Israeli attacks. Hezbollah, vowing not to let the killing go unpunished, emphasizes the need to address the strike to prevent Lebanon's broader vulnerability. The Israeli military has not yet issued a response to the reported attack.            

Newly disclosed court documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case briefly mention Hillary Clinton in a 2016 document related to a lawsuit against Ghislaine Maxwell. The documents, released on Friday, include Clinton's name in connection with specific witness communications. The mention doesn't imply wrongdoing. Epstein's list, previously linked to high-profile figures like Donald Trump and Prince Andrew, now includes Clinton. The late financier, Epstein, faced sex trafficking charges and died in 2019. Maxwell, his associate, was convicted in 2021. The documents reveal a mix of celebrities and politicians connected to Epstein's social circles.

Eight prominent institutions in Mumbai, including the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum and the Nehru Science Centre, faced bomb threats through emails on Friday. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum in Colaba was the first to receive the threat mail. Police, along with bomb squads, conducted searches at mentioned locations, including the Byculla Zoo, but found nothing. Despite the lack of evidence, security at vital installations was increased. A case has been filed based on the museum's complaint, registering an offence under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code against unidentified persons at Colaba Police Station.            

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Trinamool Congress leader Shankar Adhya in connection with an alleged ration distribution scam in West Bengal. Adhya, former chairman of Bangaon municipality, was apprehended after a 17-hour search on his premises. Tensions escalated as his supporters reportedly obstructed investigators, leading to a clash with CRPF personnel. The ED claims nearly 30% of the Public Distribution System ration meant for beneficiaries was diverted. This development follows an attack on an ED team during a raid on another TMC leader's residence. Adhya asserts cooperation with the ED, while investigations continue.

Newly unsealed court documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking case claim that Prince Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, participated in an orgy involving "numerous underaged girls" on Epstein's private island. The allegations come from a 2015 civil suit filed by Virginia Giuffre, who says she was sexually abused and trafficked by Epstein and his partner Ghislaine Maxwell as a teenager. Prince Andrew has previously denied any wrongdoing or having a relationship with Giuffre. The documents stem from Giuffre's lawsuit against the UK royal. Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial for sex crimes, and Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.

An Alaska Airlines flight faced a harrowing incident, necessitating an emergency landing in Oregon after a mid-air window blowout and fuselage damage. A passenger shared a photo revealing a significant hole beside seats. It remains unclear if injuries occurred. The airline, investigating the incident, reported Flight 1282 safely landed with 174 passengers and 6 crew members. Departing from Portland to Ontario, the Boeing 737-9 MAX experienced the issue just after departure. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are involved in the ongoing investigation. The flight descended from 16,000 feet, with items, including phones, reportedly sucked out.