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Jet nosedives and erupts into fireball near busy roadway in South Florida
Charles III to be crowned king in first UK coronation since 1953
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AI In-brief14 Sept 02:32
Charles III to be crowned king in first UK coronation since 1953
King Charles III will be crowned in a historic Christian ceremony at Westminster Abbey, marking the first British coronation since 1953 and a significant moment for the monarchy.
The solemn event blends 1,000 years of tradition, featuring the placement of St Edward's Crown, trumpet fanfares, gun salutes, and a grand 7,000-strong military parade through London.
The ceremony is adapted to reflect modern 21st-century Britain, incorporating women bishops, leaders of non-Christian faiths, a diverse congregation, and themes of biodiversity and sustainability.
While Prime Minister Rishi Sunak celebrates it as a moment of national pride, the coronation faces republican protests and questions over its estimated £100 million cost amid waning public support for the monarchy.
Despite opposition, large crowds of royal fans, including international visitors, gather to witness the event, underscoring the royal family's enduring cultural significance and global brand appeal.
AI In-briefToday 11:08
Jet nosedives and erupts into fireball near busy roadway in South Florida
A business jet carrying nine people nose-dived into a South Florida neighborhood, erupting into a massive fireball and killing everyone on board.
The Learjet 60 crashed near a busy roadway in Greenacres, Palm Beach County, narrowly missing homes and vehicles, with no reported ground injuries.
Pilots had reported severe icing and turbulence shortly before the aircraft entered a rapid, uncontrolled descent, declaring an emergency before impact.
Federal agencies are investigating the "horrific tragedy," focusing on the reported icing and turbulence as key potential factors in the crash.