Drought-stricken Algeria plans to import 1 million sheep ahead of Islam's Eid Al-Adha

Tens of thousands protested in Rome against Israel's actions in Gaza, organized by Italy's opposition parties, including the Democratic Party, Five Star Movement, and Greens and Left Alliance. Protesters condemned the Israeli government's actions as genocidal, with leaders highlighting the death toll, including over 15,000 children, and calling for an end to military cooperation with Israel. The demonstration, which drew over 300,000 participants, coincided with solidarity events in other Italian cities, amid ongoing international scrutiny...

Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe was shot twice, in the head and chest, during a campaign rally in Bogotá, leaving him in critical but stable condition after surgery. The assailant, a 15-year-old boy, was detained at the scene, and while no specific motive has been established, the incident highlights Colombia's history of political violence. Uribe, a senator and right-wing critic of current President Gustavo Petro, is vying for the presidency in the upcoming May election....

In the first half of 2025, five notable terrorist attacks in the U.S., with four linked to the Gaza conflict or ISIS, have raised concerns among counterterrorism experts about the federal government's shifting focus from preventing terrorism to mass deportation. Former DHS official Elizabeth Neumann warns of repeating past mistakes reminiscent of the 9/11 era, while law enforcement agencies issue warnings about rising extremist violence, particularly targeting the Jewish community. Despite claims from the DHS...

A British yachtsman, 60, has been arrested in Oeiras, Portugal, on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly throwing his girlfriend, who could not swim, into the River Tagus during an argument and abandoning her. The woman, also thought to be British, was rescued by the crew of another boat and taken to the hospital, although her condition is currently unknown. The suspect has been remanded in custody pending a criminal investigation into domestic violence and...

The “Buy Canadian” movement is thriving, with 70% of consumers prioritizing homegrown products, leading to increased sales for local condiment companies that reflect Canada's diverse culinary landscape. Aki’s Fine Foods, founded by Shenul Williams, experienced a remarkable 6,000% surge in online sales after her daughter promoted it on a Reddit thread, showcasing the power of community support. This trend highlights the growing demand for unique, bold flavors and the significance of local ingredients in enhancing...

A meth-dealing Comancheros gang member, Jason Leota, 37, received a sentence reduction after being attacked by rival gang members while in Mt Eden Correctional Facility. He was already facing multiple drug supply charges and had fled from a rehabilitation facility with a stash of 3D-printed military-style rifles. Due to the severe consequences of the assault, including memory loss and a likely brain injury, the judge reduced his sentence by 10%, acknowledging the impact of the...