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The St. Louis couple, Mark and Patricia McCloskey, who gained notoriety in 2020 for brandishing firearms during Black Lives Matter protests, have successfully reclaimed their AR-15 after a lengthy legal battle that included three lawsuits and nearly five years. Mark McCloskey expressed that the ordeal underscored their commitment to stand up against perceived government overreach, and he anticipates the return of their pistol soon. Want More Context? 🔎

Rescue crews have found the body of a miner following a collapse at El Teniente copper mine in Chile, triggered by a 4.2-magnitude tremor, while four miners remain missing. Efforts to reach the trapped workers involve drilling through 90m of rock, and although two fatalities have been confirmed, rescuers are determined to continue their search with "strength and hope." Want More Context? 🔎

UN agencies report that food aid entering Gaza is often looted, diverted, or seized under dangerous conditions, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis, as nearly 1,400 Palestinians have died waiting for assistance since May. Despite international condemnation of Israeli restrictions on aid distribution, efforts to deliver food are chaotic and insufficient, with the situation described as a "Darwinian experiment" for survival among the desperate population. Want More Context? 🔎

David Berkowitz, known as the "Son of Sam," killed six people and injured seven others in New York City between 1976 and 1977. In a 2017 interview, Berkowitz, serving six life sentences, reflected on his crimes, his life before becoming a murderer, and his experiences in prison, describing it as a place of refuge amid personal turmoil. Want More Context? 🔎

Local gold miners are gathering in Kalgoorlie for the Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum, buoyed by a record year that saw gold prices surge 38% to $5,120 per ounce, leaving ASX-listed producers with over $7.5 billion in cash and bullion. Discussions will revolve around potential acquisitions, shareholder dividends, and the notable absence of major miners BHP, Rio Tinto, and Fortescue amidst industry consolidation. Want More Context? 🔎

In July 2023, Russia launched over 6,000 drones in Ukraine, a record high since the 2022 invasion, resulting in numerous casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure. Despite increased drone attacks, Ukrainian forces are bolstered by U.S. air defense systems, as peace talks have yet to yield a ceasefire agreement. Want More Context? 🔎