El Salvador's Congress approves ending ban on metals mining

In Tehran, residents like Sara and Fatemeh struggle with daily power outages and unpredictable water cuts amid record heat, stemming from a prolonged drought and energy infrastructure failures. These challenges disrupt daily life and threaten livelihoods, as businesses face closures and employees are sent home due to insufficient electricity to operate. Want More Context? 🔎

At the Computer History Museum, co-founder of Apple Steve Wozniak reflects on his role in the tech revolution, discussing the impact of the Apple I and II. He has faced challenges, including a YouTube scam using his image, leading him to sue the platform for failing to address the fraudulent activity, which has been stalled by Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Want More Context? 🔎

Labor's proposed "post and boast" laws, aimed at curbing online glorification of crime, face potential legal challenges from environmental activists concerned about free speech implications, especially regarding protests. Critics argue the legislation could disproportionately affect Indigenous communities and stifle peaceful protests, while the government asserts it targets only illegal activities. Want More Context? 🔎

One of Britain's worst paedophiles, Anthony Barron, has died in prison at the age of 72 while serving life for 87 charges of child sexual abuse, including attempted rape and making indecent photographs. Barron, who targeted girls aged three to twelve over nine years, was found dead at HMP Ashfield, and his death is under investigation by the Prison and Probation Ombudsman. Want More Context? 🔎

UBC Professor Patrick Condon critiques Ottawa's approach to the housing crisis, arguing that increased density in Vancouver has not led to affordability, resulting in the city's highest home prices relative to regional incomes in North America. He warns that simply removing zoning restrictions won't solve the issue, as the real problem lies in the rising land values associated with increased density, as explained in his book "Broken City." Want More Context? 🔎

Families of Israeli captives and soldiers have called for a nationwide strike on August 17 to pressure Prime Minister Netanyahu for a prisoner swap, while opposition leader Yair Lapid supports their actions. Protests intensified as demonstrators stormed a TV station, demanding a ceasefire and criticizing the government's Gaza operations amid growing international condemnation of Israel's military actions, which have led to significant casualties. Want More Context? 🔎