NYC Tunnel Chaos! Students Dig, Buildings Evacuated; China Rallies for Trapped Man; Sony's Play Station Drives CES Wild!

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NYC's digging up underground drama with students tunnelling chaos, buildings evacuated, and arrests galore. China rallies behind a deaf-mute man trapped in an elevator, his silent struggle sparking viral empathy. And buckle up, tech junkies, because Sony's got your next joyride: an EV controlled by your PlayStation controller - CES is about to get wild!

From subterranean shenanigans to silent cries heard around the world, this week's news: one part bizarre, one part heartwarming, and a whole lot of unexpected turns. Stay tuned, it's a bumpy ride!

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• NYC Tunnel Drama: Israeli Students Dig, Buildings Evacuated, and 10 Arrested

• Deaf-Mute Man Trapped in Elevator Sparks Viral Outcry in China

• Sony Honda Mobility Revs Up CES with a Play Station-controlled EV

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NYC Tunnel Drama: Israeli Students Dig, Buildings Evacuated, and 10 Arrested

Chaos erupted in New York City when a routine infrastructure project uncovered a bizarre underground tunnel, allegedly dug by Israeli exchange students. Residents had been reporting noise disturbances for weeks, leading to the discovery of the crudely constructed passageway that connected their building to a neighbouring women's bathroom and beyond.

Motivated by an unclear desire to "expand the building," the students reportedly dug the tunnel illegally. Concerns over structural damage prompted authorities to intervene, sending cement trucks and police to fill the unauthorized excavation. However, tensions escalated as the students resisted these efforts. In a dramatic standoff, they demolished walls, clashed with police, and even staged a protest inside the tunnel.

The incident resulted in the arrest of 10 individuals and the temporary closure of both buildings. This bizarre saga raises questions about safety, property damage, and the motives behind the unconventional construction project. As investigations continue, one thing is clear: the "tunnel drama" has left a lasting mark on the New York City neighbourhood.

Deaf-Mute Man Trapped in Elevator Sparks Viral Outcry in China

A touching story of a 60-year-old deaf-mute man trapped in an elevator in Changde, China, has gone viral, highlighting the vulnerability of individuals with disabilities. Security footage shows the man, unfamiliar with elevators, inadvertently entering one while his family held the door open with a water box.

Unaware of the situation and overcome by fear, the man panicked and attempted to force the door open. This triggered the elevator's safety mechanisms, stopping it abruptly between floors and leaving him pinned against the wall. Thankfully, his son, alerted by his mother's cries, called for help.

After 40 minutes of harrowing moments, rescuers safely freed the man. The incident has sparked online calls for greater accessibility and awareness for people with disabilities in China. It serves as a reminder to be more considerate and offer necessary assistance to those who may require additional support in everyday situations.

Sony Honda Mobility Revs Up CES with a Play Station-controlled EV

Sony Honda Mobility stole the show at CES 2024 with their latest Afeela EV, taking center stage not with fancy wheels but a familiar joystick: the PlayStation DualSense controller.

President and COO Izumi Kawanishi himself navigated the car across the stage, demonstrating the potential of software to redefine the future of mobility. While emphasizing the demo's purely technological showcase, Kawanishi's message was clear: Sony Honda Mobility aims to rewrite the rules of transportation, placing software at the wheel of a new relationship between people and cars.

This playful yet groundbreaking showcase leaves us wondering: is Sony Honda Mobility envisioning a future where we ditch the steering wheel and grab a gamepad instead? One thing's for sure, their CES debut has put the Afeela on the map as a pioneer in software-defined mobility.

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