People in Gaza are ‘walking corpses’ – with one in five children malnourished, says UN | World News

Passengers were evacuated via emergency slides after American Airlines flight 3023, headed to Miami, aborted takeoff in Denver due to a possible landing gear issue, resulting in smoke and flames. One person was hospitalized with minor injuries, and the airline is providing a replacement flight while the original aircraft is inspected. Want More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese criticized Israel for breaching international law by restricting aid to Gaza and reaffirmed Australia's call for a ceasefire, while rejecting France's recognition of a Palestinian state until conditions improve. He emphasized that Hamas must not be involved in any future Palestinian government, citing their actions as the catalyst for the current violence, while Shadow Foreign Affairs Minister Michaelia Cash accused him of failing to adequately blame Hamas for the ongoing conflict....

Nigeria secured their tenth Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title by coming from behind to defeat Morocco 3-2 in a thrilling final, with substitute Jennifer Echegini scoring the winning goal in the 88th minute. Morocco initially led 2-0, but Nigeria's Esther Okoronkwo played a pivotal role, scoring and assisting, as the Super Falcons triumphed in “Mission X” to extend their record in the tournament. Want More Context? 🔎

Patrick Mahomes attributes his unique football skills to his mother, Randi Mahomes, who playfully threw footballs in unconventional ways while he was growing up in Texas, fostering his creativity and adaptability. This unconventional training style, coupled with her unwavering support, laid the foundation for his success as a quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, where he has won two MVP awards and two Super Bowls. Want More Context? 🔎

The New Zealand Government is expanding the availability of building products, including plasterboard and cladding systems, to reduce reliance on a limited number of suppliers. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk highlighted that this move is aimed at driving down construction costs, which are currently 50% higher than in Australia, during an announcement in Auckland with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Want More Context? 🔎

Israel announced the air dropping of aid into Gaza and the opening of humanitarian corridors amid mounting international criticism over the hunger crisis, following a total blockade imposed in March. While some countries, including the UAE and the UK, pledged to contribute to aid efforts, humanitarian leaders remain skeptical about the effectiveness of air drops in addressing the dire situation, citing excessive Israeli restrictions on aid delivery. Want More Context? 🔎