Pope Francis is still in critical condition, but he had another 'restful night'

Newly declassified British documents reveal that former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak supported US and British plans to militarily defeat Saddam Hussein during the Gulf War, suggesting that his regime would fall post-defeat. Mubarak advised UK Prime Minister John Major to disregard Arab public opinion and emphasized the importance of humiliating Saddam to ensure his removal by his own generals. Want More Context? 🔎

Amber Meade suffered from debilitating pain following foot surgery, which led to a diagnosis of chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) nearly a year later. Despite various treatments and a specialized physical therapy routine, CRPS remains a lifelong condition with no cure, impacting her daily life and ability to participate in family activities. Want More Context? 🔎

The Ontario Superior Court ruled that the provincial government's law to remove bike lanes on key Toronto streets violates Canadians' constitutional rights, specifically Section 7 of the Charter. Justice Paul Schabas found that the removal would increase risks to cyclists, undermining public safety, and deemed the government's justification for the changes insufficient. Want More Context? 🔎

Lidl has recalled its Tempura 4 Chicken Steaks due to undeclared milk allergens, posing a serious health risk to those with milk allergies or intolerances. Customers are advised to check their freezers for products with best before dates of 11/12/2026, 16/12/2026, 22/12/2026, and 30/12/2026, and return them for a full refund. Want More Context? 🔎

India is expelling Bengali Muslims by stripping their citizenship and deporting them to Bangladesh, a move fueled by years of BJP propaganda. In related news, global outrage over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has prompted Israel to launch a PR campaign, while Donald Trump is exerting unprecedented pressure on US media, suing major outlets and influencing the FCC. Want More Context? 🔎

A Florida jury found Tesla partly liable for a 2019 crash involving a Model S with Autopilot, resulting in a $329 million verdict, including $200 million in punitive damages. Tesla plans to appeal, asserting the driver was solely at fault, while plaintiffs argue the software's failures contributed to the accident, marking a significant setback for the company and its self-driving technology claims. Want More Context? 🔎