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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
2 Men Still Missing After Memorial Day Boat Tragedy
Two men are still missing after their boat sank on May 26 off the coast of Western Alaska, according to a press release from the Alaska State Troopers (AST). Albert Williams, 65, and Samuel Shavings, 72, were riding on a 10-foot Ocean Pro vessel along with Williams's 19-year-old son in an area located near an island off the Bering Sea. Around 9 p.m. local time on Monday, authorities received a call that the boat had sunk amidst harsh 19-year-old passenger, whose name has not been publicly disclosed, was able to swim from the wreckage to shore, where he was transported to a medical clinic for treatment. At first, the AST reported that a second passenger had been extricated from the water. However, on May 27, the AST 'corrected' that report and confirmed that the older men are still missing. Williams's daughter, Dallas, told Alaska News Source that her father and brother had gone out to hunt for seals. 'They were looking—my dad hadn't gotten a seal yet this spring—so they went to go look for seals,' Dallas explained. 'It's a seasonal thing every spring.'Dallas continued, detailing how the boat reportedly sank: 'My brother says that [the sea] was getting really rough and they were taking water in from the motor side. And it just filled up with too much water. We have a whole bunch of family coming over to be with my mom so that we're not alone. A lot of people have been bringing food, so we haven't been alone at all since.' From Monday night into Tuesday morning, two local boats and a U.S. Coast Guard vessel searched for Williams and Shaver to no avail. On Tuesday, the Rescue Coordination Center launched a C-130 plane to aid in recovery efforts. A representative from the Alaska State Troopers did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Men's Journal.2 Men Still Missing After Memorial Day Boat Tragedy first appeared on Men's Journal on May 29, 2025
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
2 Men Missing After Boat Sinks Off Coast of Alaskan Island
Samuel Shavings, 72, joined neighbors Albert Williams, 65, and Williams' 19-year-old son for a fishing trip on Monday, May 26 During their excursion, their boat sank off the coast of Western Alaska near Nunivak Island in the Bering Sea Williams' son was able to swim safety, but his father and Shavings are still missingTwo men are still missing after the boat they were on sank off the coast of Western Alaska on Monday, May 26, according to an Alaska State Trooper (AST) news release. Albert Williams, 65, and Samuel Shavings, 72, were on a 10-foot Ocean Pro boat with Williams' 19-year-old son near Mekoryuk, a town located on Nunivak Island in the Bering Sea. Mekoryuk is a village of about 300 people on Nunivak Island in Western Alaska, and is 550 miles west of Anchorage. Around 9 p.m. local time, AST received a call that a boat sank in rough water conditions. The 19-year-old swam to shore and was transported to a clinic for further evaluation and treatment. Initially, the AST reported that a second man had been recovered safely, per Alaska News Source. However, on Tuesday, May 27, AST "corrected" its previous report and confirmed that both men are still missing. Williams' daughter, Dallas, told the outlet that her father and brother were out subsistence fishing with their neighbor, Shavings. 'They were looking — my dad hadn't gotten a seal yet this spring — so they went to go look for seals,' she explained. 'It's a seasonal thing every spring.' She then explained how the boat sank. 'My brother says that [the sea] was getting really rough and they were taking water in from the motor side,' she said. 'And it just filled up with too much water.' 'We have a whole bunch of family coming over to be with my mom so that we're not alone,' Dallas said. 'A lot of people have been bringing food, so we haven't been alone at all since.' The ASP reported that two local boats and the U.S. Coast Guard searched for the men from Monday night to Tuesday morning. Additionally, the Rescue Coordination Center planned to launch a C-130 plane on Tuesday morning. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. A representative for the Alaska State Troopers did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for more information on Wednesday. Read the original article on People
Roya News
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Jordan air force confirms delivery of first F-16 block 70 fighter jets
Commander of the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF), Brig. Gen. Mohammad Fathi Al-Hiyasat, confirmed that Jordan received two F-16 Block 70 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin, with 12 more expected to arrive at a later date, adding that the RJAF will be equipped with a total of 16. In remarks to Roya's 'Helwa Ya Donya', Hiyasat stated that existing aircraft are also being upgraded with advanced navigation systems. In February 2024, the Air Force received two UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters, as part of a plan to acquire eight by 2026–2027. In December 2023, a new simulated flight training squadron was inaugurated at the Muwaffaq Al-Salti Air Base, under royal patronage, to enhance pilot performance, Hiyasat continued. And to improve aerial transport, the RJAF acquired three C-130 aircraft equipped with Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO) capability, with three more expected from the United States next year. It also received six "Little Bird" helicopters, with six others undergoing upgrades to support ground forces. Additionally, four 'Cessna C-208EX Grand Caravan' reconnaissance aircraft were introduced last year, boosting aerial surveillance capabilities. Hiyasat said that the Air Force has integrated unmanned aerial systems capable of flying 24-hour missions along border areas, transmitting real-time images to command centers. A new UTM (Unmanned Traffic Management) system was acquired to manage drone operations within Jordanian airspace. Air defense systems have also been enhanced with electronic jamming capabilities and 30mm anti-drone cannons. The RJAF added two new Air Tractor aircraft for firefighting operations, capable of deploying quickly anywhere in Jordan or to Mediterranean nations in need. Hiyasat highlighted significant advancements made under King Abdullah II's leadership, particularly in RJAF's operational readiness, training standards, and integration of modern defense technologies. He said that the Air Force is a cornerstone of national defense and benefits from close oversight by the King, the Crown Prince, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure the highest level of professionalism. Humanitarian and Relief Missions The RJAF continues to play a vital humanitarian role, providing aid to Syria and Turkey after the earthquakes, assisting Lebanon following the Beirut Port explosion, and supporting Libya after devastating floods. The Air Force has also evacuated Jordanians, including patients and the injured, from crisis zones worldwide. Gaza support In response to royal directives, RJAF has conducted 126 air missions into Gaza, delivering food and medical aid across the enclave. Sixteen GPS-guided aircraft have conducted precise airdrops to support Jordan's field hospitals in Gaza, while 53 cargo flights have delivered aid to Egypt's Al-Arish Airport for onward transport into Gaza.
NDTV
26-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
New Satellite Image Shows Massive Damage To Pak's Nur Khan Base After Operation Sindoor
New Delhi: Recent satellite imagery suggests that Pakistan's strategically important Nur Khan airbase sustained more extensive damage during India's 'Operation Sindoor' than previously believed. Nur Khan, a vital hub for Pakistan's drone and VIP air fleet, is located in Rawalpindi, less than 25 kilometres from Islamabad. The base is a high-value target, housing key assets of the Pakistan Air Force. "A review of Nur Khan Airbase, Pakistan, reveals the entire complex near India's strike location has now been demolished, suggesting the strike's effect went beyond the two special-purpose trucks-possibly presenting a broader footprint of the damage," defence analyst Damien Symon posted on X. A fresh assessment reveals that a large complex near the strike site has been demolished, expanding the perceived impact of the Indian Air Force's precision strikes. According to The Intel Lab, which shared the latest satellite visuals, the destruction appears to go beyond the previously reported damage to two special-purpose trucks. Earlier reports based on satellite analysis indicated that India carried out precision strikes between May 8 and 10, targeting infrastructure and ground support systems at the Rawalpindi-based airbase. The attack was viewed as both strategic and symbolic, as the base lies close to the Pakistan Army's headquarters and serves as the command centre for air mobility operations. These operations include Saab Erieye airborne early warning systems, C-130 transport aircraft, and IL-78 mid-air refuelling planes, which are critical for logistics, surveillance, and operational coordination. The base also houses Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drones and Pakistan's indigenous Shahpar-I drones, used for targeting and surveillance missions. Nur Khan is central to Pakistan's drone warfare strategy and hosts the country's elite pilot training and VIP fleet, including the presidential aircraft. The scale of the strike has exposed significant vulnerabilities in Pakistan's air defence system. Adding to the narrative, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently revealed that he was awakened in the early hours of May 11 by army chief General Syed Asim Munir, who informed him that Indian ballistic missiles had hit multiple airbases, including Nur Khan. Recently, Sharif said during a public meeting that he had received a call from General Munir at 2:30 a.m. on a secure line. He told him that India had just launched ballistic missiles, and one of them fell at Nur Khan Airport. He was speaking on Youm-e-Tashakur (Day of Thanks). According to Sharif, Pakistan retaliated by striking Indian locations, including Pathankot and Udhampur. The escalation followed the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 people killed. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan. In response, Pakistan attempted missile attacks on May 8, 9, and 10. On May 10, Pakistan military spokesperson Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry confirmed in a 4 a.m. press conference that India had targeted Nur Khan (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), and Rafiqui (Jhang) airbases. His statement confirms that Nur Khan was one of the closest Indian strike points to Islamabad. By the evening of May 10, both sides announced that they had agreed to de-escalate the confrontation after four days of intense military engagement across the border.
Mint
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
New imagery reveals part of Pakistani base razed after Indian airstrikes
The damage caused by India's missile strikes to Pakistan's crucial Nur Khan airbase in Rawalpindi could be more significant than previously thought as new satellite imagery shows the entire operations complex near the site of a strike has been demolished. The new satellite images from May 23 showing the demolition of the operations complex were posted on social media by Damien Symon, a geo-intelligence researcher at The Intel Lab, on Sunday. Earlier satellite images had shown that the strike had hit some structures and destroyed two specialised military trucks. The Nur Khan airbase at Chaklala in Rawalpindi is located a short distance from the Strategic Plans Division, which oversees Pakistan's nuclear arsenal, and the army's General Headquarters. The airbase is home to C-130 transport aircraft and surveillance platforms. The demolition of the entire complex near the site of India's strike suggests the attack's effect 'went beyond the two special-purpose trucks - possibly presenting a broader footprint of the damage', Symon said in a social media post. Satellite imagery dated May 23 revealed the operations complex near the site of the Indian strike on Nur Khan airbase was demolished by the administration of the facility, Symon told HT. 'This site was approximately 7,000 square feet, close to the blast zone where two specialised military trucks were previously identified as destroyed. However, its proximity likely exposed it to significant physical and systemic damage, possibly affecting wiring, internal components, and structural integrity,' he said. The decision by the facility's administration to dismantle the complex altogether suggests 'restoration was either uneconomical or not viable due to the level of damage, further hinting at a more substantial damage footprint than previously assessed', he said. India launched Operation Sindoor in the early hours of May 7 in response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22 that killed 26 civilians. India's strikes on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistani triggered four days of intense clashes with drones, missiles and long-range weapons that ended with an understanding on stopping military actions on May 10. India's counter-strikes on May 10 targeted eight Pakistani airbases, including Nur Khan airbase. People familiar with the matter said most of the airbases were hit with the air-launched version of the BrahMos cruise missile.
