Israel and Lebanon close to ceasefire deal, Israeli officials say

This evening's $25 million Lotto Powerball was not won and will roll over to $30 million for Saturday's draw, with winning numbers being 28, 6, 11, 32, 23, and 33. Two players shared the First Division prize of $500,000 each, with tickets sold at New World Papakura and online, while Strike Four also rolled over to $400,000 for Saturday. Need More Context? 🔎

Controversial Kenyan televangelist Gilbert Deya, known for claiming he could create miraculous pregnancies, died in a road accident near Kisumu, Kenya, which also injured at least 30 others, including his wife and students from a university bus. Deya, who faced legal issues linked to child trafficking but was acquitted two years ago, was mourned by local officials, including Siaya County Governor James Orengo. Need More Context? 🔎

The Higher Committee for Tribal Affairs in Gaza has warned Palestinians against gathering at Israeli-promoted aid distribution sites, labeling them as “death traps” that have resulted in numerous fatalities, including 65 killed while waiting for aid on Tuesday. The Committee is coordinating with international organizations to ensure safe humanitarian aid delivery and emphasizes the need for solidarity to preserve lives amidst ongoing violence. Need More Context? 🔎

Ukraine’s leader was denied a meeting with his most powerful ally, after Donald Trump left the summit a day early.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the G7 summit in Canada, where he sought support against Russia but could not meet with U.S. President Donald Trump, who left early. While Canada pledged $1.47 billion in military aid, the summit ended without a joint statement on Ukraine due to U.S. resistance, highlighting fractures in the group's unity. Need...

President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day extension for TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, to find a U.S. buyer to comply with a national security law, which the Supreme Court upheld earlier this year. This executive order aims to prevent the app's shutdown, ensuring that its 170 million U.S. users can continue using TikTok while addressing data safety concerns. Need More Context? 🔎

Iran has warned the U.S. of a strong response if it directly engages in the ongoing conflict with Israel, which has intensified its military campaign against Iran, accusing it of nearing nuclear weapon development. Iranian ambassador Ali Bahreini emphasized Iran's commitment to defend its territory and people, as missile strikes exchanged between Iran and Israel increased, prompting evacuations in major Iranian cities. Need More Context? 🔎