Hamas says three captives to be released amid ceasefire deal collapse fears

ANKARA (Reuters)Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized the necessity for Muslim nations to unite and engage the international community against Israel's intentions to control Gaza City, following discussions in Egypt with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. He also announced an emergency meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation to address the situation. Want More Context? 🔎

A federal judge has temporarily blocked construction at the "Alligator Alcatraz" migrant detention facility in Florida, prompting applause from the Miccosukee Tribe, who joined environmental groups in a lawsuit citing violations of the National Environmental Policy Act. While this ruling offers a brief victory, the tribe remains wary as they prepare to present evidence of potential harm from the facility. Want More Context? 🔎

Mitch Marsh and Travis Head will open for Australia in a three-match T20 series against South Africa, starting Sunday, as they prepare for the T20 World Cup. Marsh expressed excitement about their partnership following a recent 5-0 series win against the West Indies, while South Africa's Aiden Markram aims for an entertaining series. Want More Context? 🔎

Three people were injured in a shooting at Times Square, New York City, early Saturday morning, with one person in custody. Video footage showed chaos as people fled the scene; fortunately, the victims' injuries are not life-threatening, and overall gun violence in the city has significantly decreased this year. Want More Context? 🔎

The Red Arrows will perform at the Blackpool Airshow this weekend, with displays scheduled for Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 5pm, followed by a flypast at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Their flight path includes notable locations such as Southport, Llandudno, and Rhyl, before returning to their base at RAF Waddington after the shows. Want More Context? 🔎

An Ontario woman, Glenda Marie Esteves, was sentenced to four years in prison and fined $610,856 for operating a Ponzi scheme disguised as a lipstick business, defrauding victims of nearly $5 million. Esteves, who pleaded guilty to multiple charges, claimed to produce lipsticks using forged documents to attract investments, causing significant financial and psychological harm to her victims, many from her Filipino community. Want More Context? 🔎