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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Body of person who died on international flight to California reportedly unaccounted for
The body of a passenger who died during an international flight to San Francisco, prompting the aircraft to divert to Chicago, is reportedly unaccounted for, according to reporting by SFGATE. Neither airport officials nor a representative for the airline would comment on the circumstances surrounding the death and declined to confirm the passenger's identity, nationality and gender, the outlet reported. TK Flight 79 left Istanbul on July 13, per flight tracking website FlightAware, and while the Airbus A350-941 was over Greenland, the passenger 'suffered a severe medical emergency,' according to the aviation blog Aviation A2Z. Initially, the crew prepared to divert to Keflavik Airport in Iceland, though the passenger's condition reportedly worsened, resulting in their death. 'Consequently, the decision was made to continue toward North America rather than divert outside US airspace,' Aviation A2Z reported. 'Upon entering the airspace over the United States, the crew opted to land at CHICAGO O'HARE (ORD), a major international hub capable of handling emergency landings with adequate medical support and facilities.' The passenger's body would presumably then be under the jurisdiction of the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office, though Natalia Derevyanny, a spokesperson for the department, told SFGATE that there was no record of the deceased passenger or of any case matching that description. California surf instructor, 24, recovering after arm severed in horrific accident The Turkish Airlines station manager in San Francisco would only tell the outlet that the remaining passengers were rerouted on different flights that eventually got them to their destination. It is currently unclear where the remains of the passenger are. A study published in The American Journal of Emergency Medicine on in-flight emergencies, published in October 2021 found that deaths mid-flight are particularly rare. 'In-flight medical events on commercial travels are extremely low with a corresponding very low in-flight mortality rate,' the study's authors wrote. KTLA has reached out to Turkish Airlines regarding the whereabouts of the deceased passenger's body and is awaiting a response. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Business Wire
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Spekter Games Raises $5 Million to Launch 'Spekter Agency', a Web3-Enhanced Roguelite Game on Telegram
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Spekter Games Inc., a next-gen game publisher dedicated to crafting high-quality, roguelite mobile games enriched with seamless Web3 incentives, today announces a $5 million pre-seed funding round and launches its first title, Spekter Agency. The round saw participation from prominent investment firms including a16z speedrun, London Venture Partners, BRV Capital, Chamaeleon, Accelerator Ventures, Impact46, Versus Ventures and Alumni Ventures. The funding coincides with today's official launch of Spekter Games' first title, Spekter Agency, a rogue-lite action game debuting on Telegram. Inspired by breakout hits like Vampire Survivors, Spekter Agency offers addictive, arcade-style gameplay tailored for mainstream audiences that plans to seamlessly integrate passive blockchain rewards without the complexity associated with Web3 gaming. 'We're building games that people love for the gameplay, not just the rewards,' said Taehoon Kim (TK), CEO and founder of Spekter Games Inc. 'Web3 incentives can supercharge retention and virality, but they should never get in the way of the fun. By keeping these systems passive and behind the scenes, we're showing that it's possible to bring Web3-enhanced games to the mainstream without compromising gameplay.' Leveraging Telegram's massive platform of over 1 billion monthly active users, Spekter Agency runs on Telegram's Mini Apps infrastructure, enabling frictionless onboarding and instant, native gameplay. Telegram's built-in wallet capabilities can simplify crypto transactions, drastically reducing the barriers traditionally associated with blockchain gaming and opening it up to a wider audience. 'We believe there is a real opportunity to improve the early tap-to-earn games on Telegram with deep mechanics that resonate with real gamers,' said Robin Guo, investment partner at a16z speedrun. 'We're thrilled to back TK and his seasoned team as they push the boundaries of what's possible in gaming on chat-based super apps.' The funds raised will enable Spekter Games to scale Spekter Agency across additional platforms, including other chat-based super apps and traditional mobile stores like the App Store and Google Play. Additionally, the capital will support the ongoing development of the publisher's second game, already underway. Spekter Games was founded by industry veteran and serial entrepreneur Taehoon Kim (TK), who brings over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry with multiple exited startups. At his previous company, nWay, TK led the development of real-time, cross-play multiplayer hits such as Power Rangers: Legacy Wars, and Battle for the Grid, amassing over 100 million downloads. nWay was acquired by Animoca Brands, where TK stayed on to lead Web3 gaming initiative in collaboration with partners like Yuga Labs and Dapper Labs. TK and the Spekter team bring deep expertise in both Web2 and Web3 game development, uniquely positioning them to build games that seamlessly bridge both worlds for mainstream adoption. To learn more about Spekter Games visit: Play the game instantly on Telegram: For the latest updates and announcements, follow the official Telegram channel: About Spekter Games Spekter Games is a next-gen game publisher bringing proven free-to-play Web2 mobile games to chat-based super apps, supercharged with Web3 incentive layer done right. Founded by Taehoon Kim, a serial entrepreneur with over two decades of gaming expertise and multiple successful exits, Spekter is pioneering a new category of hybrid games designed for mass-market players, not just the Web3 niche. Starting with accessible, high-retention rogue-lite games, Spekter delivers top-tier gameplay and monetization through traditional IAP models, while layering in passive Web3 rewards that enhance engagement, virality, and loyalty, without disrupting the core game experience. With Telegram's 1B+ monthly active users, Spekter Games leverages super app ecosystems for unprecedented growth potential, creating accessible gaming experiences that bridge mainstream mobile gaming and the exciting possibilities of Web3.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sabrina Carpenter, Lil Wayne, Addison Rae, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more. This week, Sabrina Carpenter is back with a clever, country-pop takedown of a TK, Lil Wayne meditates on the state of hip-hop, and Addison Rae goes searching for herself on a single from her high-anticipated debut, dreamy debut. Plus, new music from Mariah Carey, Ed Sheeran, and Turnstile. Sabrina Carpenter, 'manchild' (YouTube) More from Rolling Stone Watch Sabrina Carpenter Perform 'Manchild' Live for First Time at Primavera Sound Lil Wayne Turned Madison Square Garden Into a Time Machine on His 'Tha Carter VI' Tour Addison Rae's Pop Queen Dreams Are Massive, and Just Out of Reach Lil Wayne, BigXthaPlug feat. Jay Jones 'Hip-Hop' (YouTube) Addison Rae, 'Times Like These' (YouTube) Mariah Carey, 'Type Dangerous' (YouTube) Ed Sheeran, 'Sapphire' (YouTube) Turnstile, 'Sunshower' (YouTube) The All-American Rejects, 'Easy Come, Easy Go' (YouTube) King Princess, 'RIP KP' (YouTube) Katseye feat. Ice Spice, 'Gnarly (Remix)' (YouTube) GloRilla, 'Typa' (YouTube) Marina, 'Princess of Power' (YouTube) Ellie Goulding, Marshmello and Avalion, 'Save My Love' (YouTube) Ethel Cain, 'Nettles'(YouTube) Fletcher, 'Boy' (YouTube) Pulp, 'Background Noise' (YouTube) Big Thief, 'Incomprehensible' (YouTube) Cate Le Bon, 'Heaven Is No Feeling' (YouTube) Hand Habits, 'Wheels of Change' (YouTube) Lifeguard, 'A Tightwire' (YouTube) McKinley Dixon, 'Magic, Alive!' (YouTube) Little Simz feat. Wretch21, Cashh, 'Blood' (YouTube) Lexa Gates, 'Latency' (YouTube) Water From Your Eyes, 'Life Signs' (YouTube) Dropkick Murphys 'Who'll Stand With Us' (YouTube) Ganser, 'Black Sand' (YouTube) The Rope, 'Wunderhorse' (YouTube) NSQK, 'Piel' (YouTube) Snow Wife, 'Bodyology' (YouTube) Ken Yates, 'Sidewinder' (YouTube) Jessie Murph, 'Touch Me Like a Gangster' (YouTube) Cassandra Coleman, 'Coming of Age' (YouTube) Kathleen Edwards, 'Say Goodbye, Tell No One' (YouTube) Best of Rolling Stone Sly and the Family Stone: 20 Essential Songs The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked
Hospitality Net
06-06-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Building the Sustainable Hospitality of Tomorrow: Insights from Thought Leaders, from Strategy to Actions
In today's ever-evolving hospitality industry, the emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives has never been more crucial. Recently, a round table discussion with Agnès Roquefort, Global Chief Development Officer, Luxury & Lifestyle, along with thought leaders André Heintz (TK), Vanguelis Panayotis (CEO, MKG Consulting & Hospitality ON) and Alice Vachet (Journalist and Host of L'Empreinte), shed light on how our focus on ESG is shaping our development and relationships with owners, and our commitment to sustainable practices and the tangible solutions for them. This conversation explores the ongoing changes impacting the hospitality industry at large, providing perspectives and examples to leverage these transformations into opportunities, delving into the insights from Accor's 'The New Quality of Time' Report': Being Sustainable is not an Option Anymore Accor takes concrete steps for sustainable business performance that effectively address environmental and biodiversity challenges. Some concrete examples illustrated in the round table discussion include an ESG scorecard, a risk assessment tool with AXA, and turnkey solutions such as removing from hotels single use plastics or food waste management with Fullsoon which is also using artificial intelligence to measure carbon impact of menus. It's essential that we engage with our owners on this topic. We are implementing tools and valuable partnerships to better evaluate the environmental and biodiversity risks related to our developments. Together, we aim to integrate these insights into renovation and new construction projects, advocating for conversions whenever possible to minimize our environmental footprint. Agnès Roquefort, Global Chief Development Officer, Luxury & Lifestyle Generating Value Through Carbon Reduction Investing in carbon neutrality is a win-win strategy for owners. By investing in their journey toward carbon neutrality, owners can enhance both the value of their real estate and their commitment to sustainability while reducing their costs and meeting growing guest expectations for sustainable travel. Long-Term Transformation: Investing in Talent for Long-Term Success Being sustainable is not just a short-term initiative, but a long-term commitment that requires the active engagement of our Talent. To drive meaningful change, we have launched our innovative 'School for Change', an educational platform dedicated to empowering our Heartists® and our teams with the knowledge and skills needed to champion sustainability. Additionally, our newly launched volunteering program further engages our Heartists® in sustainability efforts, fostering a deep-rooted culture of responsibility and community involvement. Read more about sustainability and other transformative trends shaping the hospitality industry and the opportunities for our sector in 'The New Quality of Time' Report, part of the award-winning content series 'From Change to Opportunity'. To download and read the report, click here. You can also watch the full version of the discussion on Accor's YouTube. About Accor, a world-leading hospitality group Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,600 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry's most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing around 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. ALL, the booking platform and loyalty program embodies the Accor promise during and beyond the hotel stay and gives its members access to unique experiences. Accor is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity, and inclusivity. Accor's mission is reflected in the Group's purpose: Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France. Included in the CAC 40 index, the Group is publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.
Fibre2Fashion
03-06-2025
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
Bangladesh allocates $56 mn for Jute & Textile Ministry in FY26 budget
An allocation of TK 4.8 billion (~$56 million) has been made for the Ministry of Jute and Textile for fiscal 2025-26 (FY26), Bangladesh finance adviser Salehuddin Ahmed announced yesterday while unveiling the national budget for the next fiscal. He said TK 2.32 billion is designated for operational expenses, while TK 2.48 billion is for development expenditure. An allocation of TK 4.8 billion (~$56 million) has been made for the Jute and Textile Ministry for FY26, Bangladesh finance adviser Salehuddin Ahmed announced yesterday while unveiling the FY26 national budget. Meanwhile, trade body BGMEA has applauded the government's decision to keep the source tax on exports and corporate tax for industries unchanged in the proposed budget. The revised budget for FY25 had allocated TK 4.98 billion for the ministry. Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has applauded the government's decision to keep the source tax on exports and corporate tax for industries unchanged in the proposed budget for next fiscal. This announcement is particularly significant for the readymade garment (RMG) sector, which faces immense pressure from domestic and global challenges, including recent US retaliatory tariffs, India's cancelled transhipments, high bank interest rates, rising wages, and frequent increases in gas and electricity prices, the BGMEA said in a press release. The budget plans to reduce the overall cost of electricity generation by 10 per cent to gradually decrease subsidies in the power sector, the BGMEA said. A decision has also been made not to raise electricity prices shortly to control inflation, which the BGMEA termed highly beneficial. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
