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Victor Amos
Africa , Local News , News , Travel
February 28, 2025
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Court Rejects Son’s Case Opposing Parents’ Decision to Move to Africa

A 14-year-old boy has lost a legal battle against his parents after they relocated him from London to Ghana to attend boarding school. Described in court as shy, articulate, and passionate about cooking and football, the boy claimed his parents deceived him into traveling to Africa under the pretense of visiting a sick relative. He insisted that had he known the true purpose of the trip, he would never have agreed to it. In a heartfelt statement to the court, he expressed feeling “like I am living in hell” and pleaded to return to England as soon as possible. High Court Judge Mr. Justice Hayden acknowledged the case as “both sobering and rather depressing” but ruled in favor of the parents, stating their decision was motivated by “deep, obvious, and unconditional love” for their son. The judge noted that returning the boy to the UK could expose him to greater harm, as his parents believed he was at risk of being drawn into gang culture and had shown an “unhealthy interest in knives.” The boy’s father emphasized their fear of him becoming “yet another black teenager stabbed to death on the streets of London.” The teenager, who had lived in the UK since birth, described his experience in Ghana as deeply unsettling. He claimed he was mocked, struggled to adapt, and frequently got into fights due to cultural and language barriers. Feeling “so scared and desperate,” he reached out to the British High Commission in Accra and the charity Children and Families Across Borders, which connected him with lawyers from the International Family Law Group. In his plea, he wrote, “I am from London, England, and I want to go back home,” adding that he felt mistreated at the school and begged to return to his former life. However, the court heard that the parents’ decision was driven by concerns for their son’s safety in London. His mother described the move as “not a punishment but a measure to protect him,” referencing the tragic murder of 14-year-old Kelyan Bokassa, who was stabbed to death on a bus in Woolwich earlier this year. She expressed her fear that her son would not survive in the UK and did not want to be complicit in his “destruction.” Rebecca Foulkes, representing the boy’s father, highlighted that the teenager met 11 out of 15 indicators on an NSPCC checklist for potential gang involvement or criminal exploitation, including school absences, unexplained money, and carrying…

Metascholar News Portal
Africa , News , Travel
January 30, 2025
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An American Airlines flight carrying dozens plunges into a river in Washington, D.C.

A tragic mid-air collision occurred on Wednesday night as an American Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet, carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, crashed into the Potomac River after colliding with a U.S. Army Black Hawk military helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. According to officials, the crash took place at approximately 9:00 PM EST (02:00 GMT) as the American Airlines flight was approaching its designated runway. The aircraft, which had departed from Wichita, Kansas, was in its final descent when it struck the military helicopter. Emergency Response Underway Following the impact, the jet split into two upon crashing into the river, and rescue efforts are now underway. Emergency responders, including boats and divers, have been deployed to search for survivors in the icy waters of the Potomac River. Reports from U.S. media outlets indicate that multiple passengers may still be trapped inside the wreckage. It remains unclear how many people have been rescued so far. Fire and rescue teams, along with local law enforcement and federal authorities, are leading the search and recovery operation. Military Involvement and Collision Details A U.S. defense official confirmed that the Black Hawk helicopter, which had three U.S. Army soldiers on board, had taken off from Fort Belvoir, Virginia, just minutes before the collision. Investigators are now working to determine the cause of the incident and whether any distress signals were issued before impact. Eyewitnesses near the airport reported seeing a fireball in the sky before the aircraft crashed into the river. One witness described the scene as “terrifying,” saying the plane appeared to lose control after the collision. Federal Investigation and Government Response The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced an official investigation into the accident. Authorities are examining potential factors, including possible air traffic control miscommunication, aircraft proximity violations, and mechanical failures. In response to the tragedy, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a statement saying he had been “fully briefed on the terrible accident” and expressed his gratitude to emergency responders. “Thank you for the incredible work being done by our first responders. I am monitoring the situation and will provide more details as they arise,” the President stated. Airport Operations Suspended As a precaution, all takeoffs and landings at Ronald Reagan National Airport have been temporarily halted to allow emergency personnel to manage the crisis. The airport confirmed the suspension of operations in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), urging travelers to check with their airlines…