An Israeli airstrike targeting a school in Gaza City, which was sheltering displaced Palestinians, has resulted in the deaths of dozens of people, according to Hamas-run authorities in the territory. The incident occurred at al-Taba’een school, which was reportedly serving as a shelter for over 1,000 individuals, including many who had recently fled from the […]
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Tyla, say she has Zulu, Irish and Mauritian-Indian heritage. Photograph: Andrew Kelly/Reuters
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South African singer Tyla’s meteoric rise to fame with her hit song “Water” has not only captivated audiences with her smooth R&B vocals and viral dance moves but has also ignited a global debate about racial identity and the term “Coloured.” This term, while reclaimed with pride in South Africa, carries a painful historical connotation […]
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KYIV, Ukraine – Ukrainian forces are working to secure their recent territorial gains in Russia, following a successful offensive that has captured hundreds of Russian soldiers. This bold incursion, now in its second week, has significantly boosted Ukrainian morale and dealt a blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ambitions. The offensive has made substantial progress […]
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Elon Musk, the billionaire technology entrepreneur, officially endorsed Donald Trump for president on July 13, 2024, shortly after Trump survived an assassination attempt. This endorsement could significantly influence U.S. space policy if Trump secures a second term. Musk, known for his groundbreaking contributions to space travel and exploration, has already been considered for an advisory […]
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, has acknowledged that the company made errors in censoring COVID-19-related content during the pandemic and expressed regret for not resisting pressure from the Biden administration. In a letter to the US House Judiciary Committee, Zuckerberg detailed how senior White House officials exerted pressure on the social media giant to remove […]
Russia unleashed a new wave of missile and drone attacks on several Ukrainian regions, resulting in at least four fatalities, according to Ukraine’s military. This assault follows a significant attack on Ukraine’s power grid the previous day. In the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, two individuals were killed when a hotel was destroyed, as […]
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In a significant escalation of tensions, Israeli military forces have conducted extensive raids across the occupied West Bank, resulting in the deaths of at least nine individuals, according to Palestinian officials. The city of Jenin has been effectively sealed off, with Israeli forces blocking all exit and entry points, including access to hospitals. Kamal Abu […]
Ukrainian troops have successfully downed a Russian Su-25 fighter jet over the eastern Ukrainian city of Kramatorsk, Donetsk, while a drone strike ignited an oil depot in the southern Russian region of Rostov. The Su-25, known by NATO as the “Frogfoot,” was shot down while engaging Ukrainian forces. Footage released by Ukraine’s 28th Brigade shows […]
A newly convened grand jury has issued a fresh indictment against former President Donald Trump for his alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. This development follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that granted Trump limited immunity from prosecution. The superseding indictment, presented to a new grand jury unfamiliar with the case, retains […]
In a historic first for post-World War II Germany, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has secured a decisive victory in the eastern state of Thuringia, garnering 32.8 percent of the vote in Sunday’s regional elections. This triumph marks the first time a far-right party has won a state election in Germany since 1949. […]
Jordan Parlour has become the first person to be imprisoned for social media posts related to the nationwide riots that erupted following the fatal stabbing of three young girls in Southport. Parlour was sentenced to 20 months in prison at Leeds Crown Court after pleading guilty to publishing written material intended to stir racial hatred. […]
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Catalonia’s former separatist leader, Carles Puigdemont, has departed Spain for Belgium, evading an extensive manhunt and an arrest warrant issued by Spanish authorities. This development comes just a day after Puigdemont made a surprise appearance at a rally in Barcelona. Puigdemont’s lawyer, Gonzalo Boye, confirmed his client’s departure on Friday via Catalan radio, though he […]
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Casemiro’s wife, Anna Mariana, has seemingly responded to critics following the Manchester United midfielder’s underwhelming performance against Liverpool. The 32-year-old Brazilian was substituted at halftime, with academy graduate Toby Collyer taking his place after Casemiro was at fault for both of Luis Diaz’s goals in the 3-0 defeat. A photograph later surfaced, appearing to show […]
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In a groundbreaking development, Elon Musk has announced that SpaceX’s Starlink will provide free emergency SOS services to all smartphone users worldwide. This initiative aims to address the critical issue of connectivity in remote or uninhabited areas, where traditional cellular networks are often non-existent. Smartphones typically rely on cell towers for connectivity, which can be […]
Kursk, Russia — Ukrainian forces conducted an overnight ambush on a Russian convoy approximately 25 miles inside the international border in Russia’s Kursk province. The Kremlin has declared a federal emergency and announced the deployment of additional forces to counter the four-day incursion, which has significantly undermined its credibility. A video circulated by Russian military […]