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Tragic Plane Crash Claims NASCAR Legend Greg Biffle and Family: Investigation Underway A devastating plane crash in North Carolina has claimed the lives of seven people, including NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children. The Cessna five-fifty aircraft crashed at Statesville Regional Airport, with surveillance footage showing it slamming into the ground and erupting in flames. The flight was en route to Sarasota, Florida, when the tragedy occurred. Flight data reveals the plane initially took off but then circled back before the fatal impact, suggesting a potential mechanical issue. The NASCAR community and beyond are mourning the loss, with the families of the victims releasing a statement expressing their immense grief. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash to determine its cause.

An elderly woman in County Down was hospitalized after receiving the wrong medication from her home carers, leading to severe confusion and a potential life-threatening situation. This was the second such incident in recent months, with carers reportedly mixing up clearly labeled blister packs. The woman is now recovering at home but is still not back to normal, and her family plans to make an official complaint.

Starting March, banks and card providers can offer larger, or even unlimited, contactless card payments without a PIN. The FCA encourages personal limits and PIN-less transactions, despite consumer indifference. While cards have a £100 limit, smartphones already allow any amount without a PIN. Concerns arise over potential fraud and overspending, but officials assure protections are in place.

Daughter Charged with Mothers Murder After Seven-Month Disappearance

House Democrats unveil 68 photos from Epsteins estate, featuring him with prominent figures like Brin and Brooks at the Edge Groups 2011 Billionaires Dinner. Epsteins continued access to influential circles raises questions, as the dinner took place three years after his sex crimes conviction. Notable attendees included Musk and Bezos, though their images werent released. The Edge Group removed Epsteins attendance from their website post-arrest, and the dinner hasnt been hosted since 2015. The latest releases highlight Epsteins connections despite his initial conviction, ahead of the DOJs deadline to make more Epstein-related records public.

Islamic State praises Bondi attackers, suggesting they were inspired by the groups teachings, following a deadly Hanukkah celebration shooting that left fifteen dead and more than forty injured. The father and son allegedly filmed an extremist propaganda video before the attack and had links to Islamic extremism, including explosives and homemade flags found at the scene. Authorities are investigating their trip to the Philippines and potential wider connections.

Keir Starmers Labour Party faces backlash for proposing to postpone local elections, affecting ten million voters. Critics accuse them of avoiding potential losses, with some councillors potentially avoiding voters for seven years. Nigel Farage likens the situation to a banana republic, while Conservatives accuse Labour of manipulating the democratic process. The Prime Ministers spokesperson defends the decision, citing council struggles and the Electoral Commissions warning against postponing elections for more than twelve months. The situation sparks widespread debate about the integrity of the electoral process and democratic principles.

Animal activists and reindeer herders clash over Christmas event welfare, with One Kind alleging psychological distress in reindeer at festive gatherings. The Cairngorm Reindeer Herd denies these claims, asserting their animals are well-cared for. Dr. Tayla Hammond, an animal welfare consultant, supports the activists concerns, citing signs of stress in the reindeer. The Scottish government emphasizes the importance of animal welfare, as outlined in the Animal Welfare Scotland Act.

Chaotic scene unfolds at Asda car park in Greater Manchester as police and paramedics rush to the scene following reports of a serious incident. Multiple vehicles on scene, store closed, and evidence screen erected. Authorities yet to confirm the nature of the event.