Way to go yet in Storm Éowyn clean-up – NI secretary

At least ten people died and 25 were injured in a fire at the Afriland Towers in Lagos, Nigeria, where occupants were forced to jump from floors to escape. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency attributed the incident to poor maintenance and ventilation, and investigations are underway to assess safety systems and regulations. Want More Context? 🔎

A Jewish law professor at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), Sarah Morgenthau, failed to overturn the university's decision not to discipline students who signed an open letter perceived as condoning Hamas attacks and denying Israel's existence. The court upheld an external review that deemed the letter a valid expression of student views, not a breach of conduct, despite Morgenthau's concerns about its antisemitic implications. Want More Context? 🔎

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the east coast of Russia at a depth of 10 km, with the potential for hazardous tsunami waves affecting areas within 1000 km of the epicenter, according to the US Geological Survey. However, officials from New Zealand's National Emergency Management Agency confirmed that there was no tsunami risk to New Zealand. Want More Context? 🔎

The WA State Government faces significant transparency and accountability issues, as highlighted by ongoing health concerns and inadequate responses to public and parliamentary criticism regarding healthcare management and tourism strategies. Calls to redirect funding from the proposed Burswood racetrack to improve hospitals are growing, alongside doubts about the effectiveness of current tourism campaigns and leadership. Want More Context? 🔎

A South Korean court ruled that online insults directed at PLAVE, a virtual K-pop group made up of digital avatars, can be considered defamation. The court found that derogatory remarks about the avatars also targeted the real individuals behind them, leading to a judgment in favor of the band, which has taken legal action against those revealing their true identities. Want More Context? 🔎

Four Israeli troops, including an officer, were killed in a roadside bomb explosion in Rafah city, southern Gaza, as confirmed by the army. In addition to the fatalities, three cadet soldiers were injured in the blast and have been posthumously promoted to lieutenant. Want More Context? 🔎