The UN chief and pope call for nations to end the use of antipersonnel land mines

Israeli military orders have been issued to seize over 5,758 dunums of Palestinian land in the West Bank for military purposes, often preceding the establishment of settlements. Despite international law deeming these actions illegal, there has been little global response, leaving Palestinians to resist through their presence on the land and by seeking support from global movements. Want More Context? 🔎

Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice President has led to surprising admiration from opposition MPs who previously criticized him for partisanship. Leaders like Congress's Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh, who once accused Dhankhar of bias, are now urging him to reconsider his decision, suggesting his exit may leave a significant gap in parliamentary functioning. Want More Context? 🔎

Video has surfaced of Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson discussing a sexual rumour about Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau, stating he heard from a trusted source that she was performing oral sex. This occurred during a remote Auckland Council committee meeting on November 30, 2023, highlighting the unsettling nature of gossip surrounding Whanau. Want More Context? 🔎

People in Lomera, a gold-mining area in eastern DR Congo, have been rescuing miners trapped after shaft collapses, with six pulled alive and one seriously injured; however, reports on fatalities vary, with some claiming 12 bodies found. The region, under M23 rebel control, has seen a gold rush leading to chaotic mining conditions, exacerbated by landslides and a lack of proper equipment for rescue efforts. Want More Context? 🔎

Explorers from the Ocean Exploration Trust have uncovered new artifacts, including torpedoes and the ship's bell, from the USS DeHaven, a World War II destroyer sunk in 1943 near the Solomon Islands. The mission aimed to enhance understanding of the region's maritime history and involved collaboration with various organizations, utilizing remotely operated vehicles to document the wreckage. Want More Context? 🔎

A nine-year-old girl was critically injured by a stray bullet during a planned gang-related shooting in Hackney, London, on May 29, 2023, targeting members of rival Turkish gangs. Prosecutors allege Javon Riley, who denies involvement, played a key role in orchestrating the attack, which was executed by an unidentified gunman on a motorbike, resulting in injuries to three adults as well. Want More Context? 🔎