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The rescue was called off due to limited daylight and because storms were expected to bring more snow and wind, heightening the risk of another avalanche.

"Serious information went missing because the site of the accident was not sealed," experts say, increasing public anger and heightening speculation of a cover-up.

The announcement came days after the Senate confirmed Trump loyalist Kash Patel as the bureau's director, heightening concerns that federal law enforcement will be used to target Trump's political opposition.

Local residents have reported seeing Ugandan soldiers moving towards the conflict zone, heightening fears of a regional escalation.

Wales lost 43-0 against France in Paris in their opening Six Nations game, heightening the problems for Gatland's squad after 13 consecutive Test defeats.