Oscar-nominated West Bank feature director says films 'can be part of change'

An inflatable crocodile floating in the Sanguinara River near Ladispoli, Italy, caused panic and an extensive three-day search by police and animal control before being identified as a toy. The town's mayor confirmed it was a false alarm and warned of potential legal action against those responsible for the prank that caused public alarm. Want More Context? 🔎

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) presented the Friends of ACE (FACE) coin to seven migrant workers who rescued a driver from a sinkhole in Tanjong Katong, recognizing their courage and contributions to the community. MOM emphasized its commitment to enhance migrant workers' well-being through various initiatives and public appreciation efforts, particularly during the International Migrants Day celebrations.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp1acxCUF0c Want More Context? 🔎

Police Minister Reece Whitby has noted a decline in fines for speeding and helmet violations among e-riders, attributing this to an increase in the seizure of illegally modified e-rideable devices, with 156 impounded in 2024 compared to 75 in 2023. Following a fatal incident involving a nurse and a 17-year-old charged with manslaughter, a State Parliament inquiry is examining the need for stricter regulations, and Whitby has urged the Federal Government to address the sale...

Three individuals are unaccounted for after a significant explosion at the Horizon Biofuels plant in Fremont, Nebraska, on Tuesday, which caused heavy smoke and structural collapse. Fire crews are currently unable to access the site due to safety concerns, and the cause of the explosion is under investigation by multiple agencies, including the Nebraska State Fire Marshal's Office. Want More Context? 🔎

Here are the key events on day 1,252 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.On July 30, Russian attacks resulted in numerous casualties, including 17 killed at a prison near Zaporizhzhia and 5 in Novoplatonivka, while Ukraine reported drone strikes in Russia's Rostov Region. In politics, Trump warned of impending tariffs on Russia if the war persists, prompting a response from the Kremlin, while a Colombian national linked to Russian intelligence was implicated in arson attacks in...

An Israeli settler, identified as Yinon Levy, fatally shot Palestinian teacher Odeh Hathaleen in Umm Al-Khair village during a confrontation involving a bulldozer from an Israeli settlement. Hathaleen, a co-director of the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land, was known for his activism and was a father of three; Israeli police are investigating the incident, which has drawn international attention. Want More Context? 🔎