A 13-year-old boy in Western Australia, Austin Appelbee, made a heroic emergency call after swimming for hours to save his family who were stranded at sea, according to Sky News. The incident occurred when Appelbee, his mother, brother, and sister were swept out to sea while on an inflatable kayak and paddleboards. Appelbee swam 4 kilometers to shore and then ran an additional 2 kilometers to get help.
Authorities released the audio of the emergency call, as reported by Sky News. The incident highlights the dangers of water activities and the quick thinking of the young boy.
In other news, Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics before his first run, Euronews reported. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) banned Heraskevych from using a custom-made helmet that featured portraits of Ukrainian athletes killed in Russia's full-scale invasion since early 2022. Heraskevych stated, "This is the price of our dignity," according to Euronews.
Meanwhile, in Sarajevo, Bosnia unveiled Roby, its first humanoid robot, marking the first public presentation of humanoid robotics in the country, as reported by Euronews. Developed by Vandri Robotics, Roby walked through Sarajevo's Old Town Bascarsija, demonstrating its potential role in tourism and services. The event aimed to show how robots could operate in public and commercial spaces while respecting the city's historic setting.
In Minneapolis, the battle over immigration enforcement has shifted from the streets to the underground, according to The Verge. Following ICE raids, protests, and killings, DHS border czar Tom Homan announced a winding down of immigration enforcement. However, the city remains under siege, as reported by The Verge.
Finally, Apple released its latest iOS 26 update, which includes a new "Transfer to Android" feature, making it easier for iPhone users to switch to Android, according to The Verge. The new feature allows users to move their data by placing their Android and Apple phones side-by-side.
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