- A Missing Elder Safely Found: In New Hampshire, the community breathed a sigh of relief as 80-year-old Leo Dion was safely located. Dion, from Manchester, had been missing since Monday night, sparking a widespread search. His safe return is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the Manchester Police Department, residents, and local agencies. They diligently checked surveillance videos and yards following the missing person alert, demonstrating the power of the community in times of need.
- Tragic Pedestrian Fatalities in Oahu: In a somber update from Honolulu, two adults tragically lost their lives in pedestrian-related incidents. Among them was 90-year-old Lino Tolentino, a retired diesel technician and an active member of his community. Tolentino, known for his morning routines tied to the stock market and afternoon walks with his granddaughter, was struck in a marked crosswalk on November 4. His death, along with that of another elderly woman in a separate incident, brings Oahu’s pedestrian fatalities to 11 this year, matching last year’s total. This highlights a growing concern for pedestrian safety on the island.
- Sports Update: Golfer Withdraws Due to Injury: In sports news, professional golfer Collin Morikawa has withdrawn from “The Netflix Cup” due to a back injury. Morikawa, who had been looking forward to participating in Netflix’s inaugural live sports event, had to prioritize his health for the upcoming season. Tony Finau will replace Morikawa, teaming up with French driver Pierre Gasly in the competition. This isn’t Morikawa’s first struggle with back issues this year, underscoring the physical demands and challenges faced by professional athletes.
- Emirates’ Major Investment in Aviation: In the aviation sector, Emirates announced a significant investment of US$950 million to build a new ultra-modern engineering facility at Dubai World Central. Spanning 1 million square meters, this facility is set to be the most advanced of its kind, operated by any airline. It signifies Emirates’ commitment to self-sufficiency in maintenance and engineering requirements for their fleet and points to the future growth of the aviation sector in the Middle East. This development is poised to create thousands of skilled technical jobs and contribute substantially to Dubai’s economy.
