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Tim Thomas, reflecting on the 80th anniversary of VE Day, shares his childhood memory of receiving CARE packages during the poverty-stricken mid-1940s. These parcels, filled with food items like ham, tinned peaches, and chocolate, were a vital lifeline for his family, who lived on rationed meals while his father served in the Royal Air Force. The generosity of American donors through CARE, which sent 6.6 million packages to war-affected families, profoundly impacted their lives, instilling...

SummaryFive Mexican nationals were charged following a migrant boat capsizing near San Diego, resulting in the deaths of a 14-year-old boy and at least two others. Jesus Ivan Rodriguez-Leyva and Julio Cesar Zuniga-Luna face serious charges related to alien smuggling, while three others were charged with transportation of illegal aliens. The incident left the teenage boy's 10-year-old sister missing at sea, presumed dead, highlighting the dangers of human trafficking, as noted by U.S. Attorney Adam...

A Soviet space probe, Kosmos 482, launched on March 31, 1972, is nearing its end after 53 years in orbit, with potential re-entry to Earth imminent. Unlike previous Soviet attempts, Kosmos 482 broke into pieces, with parts that managed to survive re-entry hitting New Zealand, which raised concerns over radioactivity. As its orbit decays, there's uncertainty about where it may land, with possible areas including parts of Canada and potentially near Venus, Texas, highlighting the...

First responders in Gaza report operations are nearly halted due to a severe lack of fuel amid a full Israeli blockade, with 75% of their vehicles inoperable. Despite claims by Israel denying a humanitarian crisis, UN agencies warn of dire shortages of food, water, and medical supplies, leading to a growing risk of starvation and illness among Gaza's 2.4 million residents. As military operations intensify following Hamas's October attack, the death toll in Gaza has...

Tesla's sales in Australia have significantly declined, with only 500 vehicles sold in April, a 75.9% drop from the previous year, while competitors like BYD have seen substantial increases. The newly updated 2025 Tesla Model Y, featuring refreshed styling and improved performance, is crucial for reversing this trend amidst rising competition from cheaper electric SUVs. The base Model Y RWD now starts at $58,900, reflecting a price increase, while the interior remains minimalist with a...

In her weekly newsletter, Roula Khalaf discusses the ongoing crisis facing universities globally, emphasizing their role in fostering expertise and knowledge amidst rising populism and skepticism towards academia. She reflects on her recent university tour with her twins, highlighting the struggle institutions face against political pressures, funding cuts, and the impact of technology like AI on education. Despite challenges, she argues that long-established universities will endure, albeit potentially transforming into elitist entities disconnected from their...