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Tragedy on Libya’s Coast as Migrant Bodies Wash Ashore

  FILE PHOTO: Migrants aboard an overcrowded boat are approached by the crew of the migrant search and rescue ship Sea-Watch 5, operated by the German NGO Sea-Watch, during a rescue operation in the Search and Rescue (SAR) zone in the central Mediterranean, off Libya. At least five migrants, including two women, were found washed ashore in the coastal town of Qasr al-Akhyar, east of Libya’s capital, Tripoli. Local police reported that the bodies were discovered along the Emhamid Al-Sharif shore, a location where residents first spotted them and alerted authorities.  According to police investigator Hassan Al-Ghawil, a child’s body had also briefly washed ashore but was pulled back into the sea by strong waves, prompting the coast guard to continue searching the area. All of the recovered individuals were described as dark‑skinned, underscoring the ongoing dangers faced by migrants attempting perilous Mediterranean crossings.  The incident highlights the persistent huma...
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Market Jitters: S&P 500 Futures Signal Bear Market Amid Economic Concerns

                                            

U.S. stock futures took a hit in premarket trading, with the S&P 500 edging closer to bear market territory. Investors are reacting to heightened economic uncertainty, including the impact of recent tariff policies and global market volatility. Futures tied to the S&P 500 have dropped over 20% from their peak, a key indicator of a bear market. The tech-heavy Nasdaq has already entered this territory, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average is also facing significant declines.

Market analysts point to a combination of factors, including fears of a potential recession and inflationary pressures, as driving the sell-off. The CBOE Volatility Index, often referred to as Wall Street's "fear gauge," has surged, reflecting the growing unease among investors. As the trading session unfolds, all eyes will be on how these developments shape the broader economic outlook.

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