Major incident declared in Birmingham over bin strike

The Netherlands has returned 119 Benin Bronzes, artefacts looted during the 1897 British invasion of the Benin Kingdom in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for fairness and respect towards the original cultures. This follows Germany's agreement to return over 1,000 pieces, amid growing demands for the restitution of items taken during colonialism, with further returns from museums worldwide in recent years. Need More Context? 🔎

A police officer, PC Ian Minett of Gloucestershire Constabulary, died on duty on Saturday morning; his death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious. The force has extended condolences to his family and colleagues, with statements highlighting his positive impact on those who worked with him. Need More Context? 🔎

Footage from an Auckland night market shows a violent brawl where one man is seen slamming another against a stall, resulting in two individuals critically injured, with reports of a potential stab wound. Witnesses describe chaos, including objects being thrown and attempts to break up the fight as police investigate the nature of the incident. Need More Context? 🔎

A hot air balloon in Brazil carrying 21 passengers caught fire during a joy flight, resulting in at least eight fatalities and several others critically injured. The incident occurred near Praia Grande, where passengers were seen jumping from the burning basket; 13 survivors were hospitalized as local officials and Governor Jorginho Mello addressed the tragedy. Need More Context? 🔎

In the winter of 1956, journalist David Holden observed remnants of British colonial influence in Bahrain and the Gulf states, where the legacy of British India lingered in local customs and governance. By 1947, the Gulf states were officially separated from India, marking the end of a forgotten chapter of British Imperial history in the Arabian Peninsula. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The British used to control parts of the Arabian Peninsula, and...

Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and Palestinian rights activist, was released from ICE detention in Louisiana following a federal judge's ruling that his detention was unjust and a violation of his First Amendment rights. Khalil, who had been held for over 100 days amid attempts by the Trump administration to deport him for his activism, plans to continue advocating for Palestinian rights. Need More Context? 🔎