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South Africa's state prosecutor has withdrawn charges against Adrian de Wet, a farm worker turned state witness in the murder case of Maria Makgato and Lucia Ndlovu, who were allegedly killed and fed to pigs last year. De Wet claims farm owner Zachariah Johannes Olivier shot the women, and he will testify he acted under duress; the trial resumes on October 6 amid heightened racial tensions in the country. Want More Context? 🔎

Logan Coleridge, a New Jersey teen and football player, experienced debilitating symptoms after a helmet-to-helmet impact in August 2023, leading to a diagnosis of an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) after multiple failed treatments and a delayed MRI. He underwent surgery on July 17, 2024, to remove the AVM, which was likely the cause of his persistent headaches and cognitive issues. Want More Context? 🔎

A farmer in France, Pierre Richard, defended his decision to spray liquid manure on campers who illegally set up their caravans on his land after police refused to intervene. The group, consisting of up to 250 caravans, reportedly ignored a nearby designated site, leading to a confrontation where Pierre claimed he acted to protect his land and prevent further encampments. Want More Context? 🔎

It is the third incident in a few weeks in which Thai soldiers have been injured by mines around the border.Three Thai soldiers were injured by a landmine while patrolling the Cambodia-Thai border, following a recent ceasefire after intense clashes that resulted in 43 deaths. This incident marks the third mine-related injury of Thai soldiers in weeks, amid accusations from Bangkok of Cambodia planting new mines, which Phnom Penh denies. Want More Context? 🔎

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? 🔎