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Body Recovered Near Sunken Yacht Believed to Be Chef Recaldo Thomas
A body recovered near the site of the sunken luxury yacht off the coast of Sicily is believed to be that of Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan chef who was aboard the vessel. Friends and colleagues have been paying heartfelt tributes to Thomas, remembering him as a beloved and kind individual with a warm, calming presence.
Gareth Williams, a long-time friend from Antigua, where Recaldo spent much of his time during the off-season, spoke fondly of him. “I can speak for everyone who knew him when I say he was a well-loved, kind human being with a calm spirit,” Williams shared. The two had known each other for 30 years, growing up together in Antigua. Recalling their friendship, Williams added, “He would come over to mine over the weekend and sing. He had the deepest, most sultry voice in the world, and a smile that lit up the room.”
Thomas had recently confided in Williams that he needed to work two more seasons to complete renovations on his late parents’ house. While he loved his work in yachting, he had expressed feeling tired.
Eli Fuller, another friend who met Thomas about 25 years ago in Antigua, described him as a social and positive person who connected with everyone he met. “He knew everybody and was friends with everybody. He’d always ask how you were doing, how your family was—he was always positive,” Fuller said.
Thomas was also seen as an inspiration to young black children in Antigua, particularly those interested in yachting. “The kids would see all these white people working on yachts. For them to see an Antiguan man traveling all over the world—it was important for our community,” Fuller added.
Recaldo Thomas’s tragic passing has left a void in the lives of those who knew him, but his legacy as a talented chef and a positive, inspiring figure will undoubtedly endure.
In a devastating incident in eastern India, at least 46 people, including 37 children and seven women, have drowned while celebrating the Hindu Jivitputrika festival. The fatalities, which occurred across 15 districts within the past 24 hours, resulted from victims ritually bathing in rivers and ponds swollen by recent flooding.
The three-day festival, which honors children’s wellbeing, is traditionally marked by mothers fasting and families participating in ritual baths. This year, the swollen water bodies, exacerbated by recent floods, have turned the celebratory ritual into a deadly disaster.
Local disaster management officials have expressed fears that the death toll could rise further. State authorities have promised compensation for the families and relatives of the victims.
Fatal accidents during religious festivals are not uncommon in India, where large gatherings often take place with insufficient safety measures. This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by such gatherings, especially during adverse weather conditions.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have conducted airstrikes in Beirut, reportedly killing Mohammad Hussein Surur, a senior Hezbollah air unit leader. The Lebanese health ministry confirmed two deaths and 15 injuries from the attack. The strikes come amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah, with both sides exchanging fire throughout the night and into the morning.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the IDF would continue to fight “with full force” against Hezbollah, aiming to dismantle the Iran-backed militant group. This marks a significant intensification of hostilities between the two sides, which have been exchanging rockets and airstrikes for days. The Lebanese health ministry also reported that 28 people were killed today by Israeli airstrikes.
In retaliation, Hezbollah launched 80 missiles targeting northern Israeli cities, including Safed. Israeli authorities have reported no casualties but noted significant property damage in Safed and Rosh Pina.
Amid the intensifying conflict, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin renewed calls for a diplomatic solution. The U.S., along with 11 other allied nations, has urged both Israel and Hezbollah to agree to a ceasefire to prevent further escalation and civilian casualties.
Ferry travel between the Isle of Man and Lancashire continues to face disruption due to strong winds over the Irish Sea. The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has cancelled Thursday’s 08:45 BST sailing of the Manxman to Heysham and its scheduled 14:15 return journey. This follows the cancellation of the vessel’s return trip from the Lancashire port on Wednesday evening.
The disruptions have affected postal services, with the Isle of Man Post Office reporting delays in deliveries from the UK. While local deliveries within the island remain unaffected, items posted on Wednesday for UK delivery may not reach Royal Mail’s network in time for Friday delivery.
Additionally, the ferry cancellations have caused a delay in newspaper deliveries, with no papers available on the island on Thursday, as confirmed by the island’s wholesale distributor.
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