Investigation progresses as families mourn jet crash victims

Investigation into South Korea’s deadly Jeju Air crash intensifies as families mourn and seek answers; cockpit data being analyzed.

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1 year ago

January 2, 2025

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Investigation into South Korea’s deadly Jeju Air crash intensifies as families mourn and seek answers.

The investigation into the South Korea passenger jet crash is progressing as families prepare for funerals following the identification of all 179 victims.

South Korean investigators have retrieved data from the cockpit voice recorder, which will be converted into audio files in an effort to understand the moments leading up to the disaster.

The damaged flight data recorder will be sent to the U.S. for analysis, as local extraction was deemed unfeasible.

All 175 passengers and four crew members died when the Jeju Air flight belly-landed at Muan International Airport, crashing into a sand-and-concrete embankment.

Only two crew members survived, located near the tail of the aircraft.

A national mourning period has been declared and New Year celebrations will be reduced.

Additional U.S. officials joined a team of around two dozen investigators, including those from the NTSB and Boeing, to begin a visual investigation of the wreckage.

The investigation will explore potential causes including a bird strike and landing gear failure, as well as the reasons behind the pilot’s rapid landing decision after declaring an emergency.

Concerns have been raised regarding the proximity of the embankment to the runway.

Acting President Choi Sang-mok stated that returning the victims to their families is a priority, as funeral procedures commence.

A memorial altar has been established, and many mourners have visited the crash site to pay their respects, with relatives laying flowers and food offerings in honour of the victims.

Ukraine Russia peace talks stall with no breakthrough

Zelenskiy blames Moscow for stalling Geneva peace talks; negotiations to resume amid unresolved eastern territory and nuclear power plant disputes.

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19 hours ago

February 19, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Zelenskiy blames Moscow for stalling Geneva peace talks; negotiations to resume amid unresolved eastern territory and nuclear power plant disputes.

Two days of high-stakes negotiations in Geneva have ended without a breakthrough, as Ukraine and Russia failed to reach an agreement on key issues in the ongoing war. Despite international pressure, both sides walked away without a deal.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accused Moscow of deliberately stalling United States-mediated peace efforts, while Russia signalled it would not accept terms it sees as unfavourable. The White House says further talks are expected.

Major sticking points remain over territory in eastern Ukraine and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, with both sides rejecting proposals that would involve significant territorial concessions.

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Iran on edge as military build up meets domestic unrest

Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites amid US carrier presence, escalating fears of confrontation and internal dissent pressure.

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19 hours ago

February 19, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites amid US carrier presence, escalating fears of confrontation and internal dissent pressure.

Iran is ramping up military readiness as tensions with the United States intensify, with Tehran fortifying key nuclear sites and reviewing defence strategies amid the deployment of U.S. aircraft carriers in the region. Leaders in the Islamic Republic say they are prepared to respond to any imposed conflict, signalling a high-stakes standoff that could reshape regional security dynamics.

At the same time, the regime faces mounting domestic discontent, with security forces cracking down on dissent and carrying out widespread arrests following recent protests. While Iran insists it has made concessions toward a nuclear deal, Washington says key demands remain unmet, leaving negotiations in limbo and the country’s political future under strain.

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Jesse Jackson dies at 84 civil rights leader and presidential candidate

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, dies, leaving a legacy in equality advocacy and global diplomacy.

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2 days ago

February 18, 2026

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Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, dies, leaving a legacy in equality advocacy and global diplomacy.

Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84. Known as a servant leader, he dedicated his life to giving a voice to the oppressed and advocating for equality worldwide.

Jackson founded Operation PUSH and the National Rainbow Coalition, and served as a special envoy to Africa under President Bill Clinton, leaving a lasting impact on global diplomacy and social justice.

He also ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988, played a key role in US politics, and helped secure the release of hostages abroad, remaining a tireless advocate until his passing.

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