Kim Jong Un Humiliated as New North Korea Destroyer Fails to Launch, Capsizes in Front of Him:
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un was humiliated this week when a new destroyer failed to launch and capsized in front him.
Kim Jong Un, who was at the launch, condemned Wednesday’s mishap in unusually strong language. He called it a “grave and unacceptable accident” caused by “carelessness, irresponsibility, and unscientific empiricism,” and described it as a “serious criminal act,” the state-run news agency reported.
Billy Joel Abruptly Cancels All Concerts After Being Diagnosed with Brain Disorder:
Singer, songwriter Billy Joel abruptly canceled all upcoming concert tour dates after being diagnosed with a brain disorder.
The 76-year-old made the announcement on social media on Friday.
Billy Joel announced he has been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) which has led to problems with hearing, vision, and balance.
“This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” the statement read. “Under his doctor’s instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health.”
Ukraine Attempted to Assassinate Russian President Vladimir Putin by Attacking His Helicopter with Drones:
Russian Air Force Major-General Yuri Dashkin said Putin’s helicopter was “virtually at the epicenter of repelling a large-scale attack by the enemy’s drones,” and that 46 drones were shot down during the attack, according to a report from theAssociated Press.
The area borders Ukraine and has been occupied by their troops since August.
Dashkin explained, “During the period when the President [Putin] was working in the Kursk region, the enemy launched an unprecedented attack with unmanned aerial vehicles. The air defence group in this area destroyed 46 aircraft-type [Ukrainian military drones].”
“The intensity of the attack during the flight of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s aircraft over Kursk region increased significantly. We simultaneously conducted an air battle and ensured the safety of the presidential helicopter in the air,” Dashkin continued. “The task was accomplished. The attack of the enemy drones was repelled, and all air targets were hit.”
Putin’s visit to the war zone was not announced until he had returned to safety, indicating that Ukraine had inside information.