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Tragic Military Plane Crash in Colombia Leaves 66 Dead, Search Continues for Missing Personnel

                                                     The site of the crash in Puerto Leguizamo, Putumayo A Colombian military transport plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Puerto LeguĂ­zamo, killing at least 66 people and injuring dozens more. The Hercules C-130 aircraft, carrying 128 passengers—mostly soldiers—went down near the southern border with Peru, erupting into flames and detonating ammunition onboard. Officials confirmed that four military personnel remain missing , prompting ongoing search efforts. Authorities report no indication of an armed attack , and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the disaster. Local residents were among the first to assist, transporting survivors on motorcycles and helping emergency crews reach the remote crash site. The tragedy has sparked renewed calls from President...

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Greek Workers Unite in Nationwide Strike for Wage Reform

On April 9, 2025, Greece witnessed a nationwide strike that brought the country to a standstill. Public and private sector workers staged a 24-hour walkout, demanding higher wages and the reinstatement of collective bargaining rights. The strike disrupted essential services, grounding flights, halting trains, and tying up ferries at ports. Public transport in Athens operated only part-time, while thousands of protesters gathered in the capital and other cities to voice their demands.

The strike comes amid rising living costs, with food, housing, and utilities becoming increasingly unaffordable for many households. Despite a cumulative 35% increase in the minimum wage to €880, workers argue that their purchasing power remains insufficient. Labour unions are calling for immediate pay raises and the restoration of annual bonuses that were scrapped during Greece's financial crisis.

This collective action highlights the growing frustration among workers as they struggle to make ends meet in the face of economic challenges. The government has promised further wage increases but cites fiscal constraints as a barrier to meeting all demands.


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