Thousands of bodies found in Syria’s mass graves

President Donald Trump criticized Elon Musk for opposing his key policy bill, suggesting Musk suffers from "Trump derangement syndrome" and indicating a potential rift in their relationship. Trump claimed Musk, who previously led the Department of Government Efficiency, only began to express discontent after the bill cut subsidies benefiting his business. Musk countered Trump's remarks on social media, denying he was ever shown the bill and asserting that it was hastily passed without adequate review...

SummaryOver 130 news outlets and press freedom organizations urged Israel to lift its ban on international media access to Gaza and to enhance protections for Palestinian journalists. The Committee to Protect Journalists and Reporters Without Borders stated that the situation is unprecedented in modern warfare, with nearly 200 journalists killed and many facing threats. They emphasized the necessity for journalists to report freely and safely as Israel's military actions continue, highlighting the vital role of...

Lula criticises Israel during Paris visit, as German FM voices rare criticism of onslaught in Gaza and West Bank settlements.During a visit to Paris, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as “premeditated genocide,” highlighting the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the blockade, which has resulted in significant civilian casualties. He criticized the Israeli government's offensive, which has reportedly killed over 54,000 Palestinians, while German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul urged increased...

Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian national, is scheduled to appear in a Colorado court on Thursday related to an antisemitic firebombing attack that injured at least 15 people at a Boulder pedestrian mall. He faces state charges including attempted first-degree murder and a federal hate crime while his wife and five children are in ICE custody, sparking calls for their release. An attorney argues against the family's detention, asserting they have done nothing wrong...

SummaryGovernment minister Chris Bishop faced backlash for labeling Stan Walker's performance at the Aotearoa Music Awards a “load of crap.” In contrast, Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau acknowledged her drinking problem in 2023 following two incidents at a bar. Some have attempted to equate the treatment of both politicians, suggesting double standards, but the author argues that Bishop's comments made at a public event with a beer do not parallel Whanau's serious admission regarding her alcohol...

Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu has died at the age of 68 while receiving specialized treatment in South Africa for an undisclosed illness, as announced by his party, the Patriotic Front (PF). Lungu served as president from 2015 to 2021, losing his re-election bid to Hakainde Hichilema. Despite being barred from running again due to term limits, he remained influential in Zambian politics, facing police harassment and expressing intentions to defend democracy before his passing....