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A US dentist, James Craig, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of his wife, Angela, after a jury found him guilty of poisoning her with cyanide and arsenic in March 2023. Despite his defense claiming she died by suicide due to his infidelities, evidence revealed Craig's premeditated actions, including his attempts to solicit murder against an investigator. Want More Context? 🔎

Samaritan's Purse Volunteer EffortsThirty-five volunteers from Samaritan's Purse set up camp at Denare Beach on July 11 after a two-day journey from Alberta, aiming to provide self-sufficient disaster relief without straining local resources. According to Tammy Suiter, the Canadian Disaster Relief Manager, the organization has conducted over 80 responses since its inception in 2005. Want More Context? 🔎

Twelve Guinea baboons were culled at Tiergarten Nürnberg zoo in Germany due to overpopulation, sparking outrage from animal rights groups. Despite attempts to manage their breeding with contraceptives, the zoo deemed the culling a necessary measure after reaching 40 animals in an enclosure designed for fewer, leading to increased aggression among the baboons. Want More Context? 🔎

Eight men and 20 women were arrested in Singapore for suspected involvement in vice-related offences during police raids across multiple locations. Authorities seized assets worth over S$610,000, including cash, luxury cars, and watches, while three men will face charges under the Women’s Charter for facilitating an online vice syndicate. Want More Context? 🔎

Extreme rains and flooding in northern China have resulted in 60 fatalities, primarily at a nursing home in Beijing's Miyun district, where 31 elderly residents died. Over 300,000 people have been affected, with significant damage to infrastructure, as record water levels in the Miyun reservoir and the Qingshui River contributed to the disaster, highlighting flaws in emergency preparedness. Want More Context? 🔎