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Alaska Airlines announces intent to purchase Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 billion, awaiting regulatory approval. Merger would create nation's fifth-largest carrier, with combined fleet of 365 aircraft serving 138 destinations. Potential benefits include expanded connections to U.S., Asia, and the Pacific. Regulatory scrutiny expected due to reduced competition in Hawaii. Acquisition reflects industry trend of consolidation to navigate financial challenges. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/1FDZNVM

The Pakistan Taliban have established a shadow rule in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, directing local officials and contractors to "consult and cooperate" with their clandestine administrative apparatus. Governor Ghulam Ali expressed concern over the region's security and mentioned the restive Balochistan. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) recently issued directives to contractors informing them about the establishment of a "ministry of economic affairs" by the group. The TTP has covert departments in tribal districts and KP's southern districts. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/LCANGwJ

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A bomb attack on a Catholic mass in Marawi, Philippines, at Mindanao State University's gymnasium left at least four dead and dozens wounded. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the blast, which occurred during a morning service. The explosion was caused by an improvised explosive device. The university condemned the violence and suspended classes, while the city's mayor called for unity among Muslim and Christian communities. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/sO4tVG6

The director of Nicaragua's national beauty pageant, Karen Celebertti, and her family members were accused of "treason" for their alleged participation in the 2018 mass protests against President Daniel Ortega. This comes after a Nicaraguan woman, Sheynnis Palacios, was crowned Miss Universe and seen as a symbol of opposition to the government. Celebertti, her son, and her husband are accused of conspiring to use the pageant as a platform for political ambushes, with alleged financing from foreign agents. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WVZfgiw

North Korea's reconnaissance satellite operation office, functioning as a military intelligence organisation, started its mission on Saturday. The office, located at the Pyongyang General Control Centre of the National Aerospace Technology Administration (NATA), will report acquired information to the reconnaissance bureau at the army and other major units. Despite no released imagery, analysts and foreign governments debate its capability. South Korea also launched its own spy satellite this month. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/74aYtIr