Government hits out at Trump Afrikaner refugee plan

An asteroid named 2025 OW, roughly the size of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, is set to pass Earth at a distance of 393,000 miles next Monday, traveling at 46,908 miles per hour. It is one of five near-Earth asteroids monitored by NASA, all of which pose no threat to our planet despite their size, as they will fly well beyond the Moon's orbit. Want More Context? 🔎

An Israeli drone strike in Aita al-Shaab, southern Lebanon, killed one person, adding to ongoing ceasefire violations along the border. Despite a November 2024 truce, Israeli forces have conducted near-daily attacks, with reports of nearly 3,000 violations since, resulting in 259 deaths and over 562 injuries, while Israel maintains military presence at five border outposts. Want More Context? 🔎

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A passenger, Jovahna Samuels, 38, has been sentenced to jail after attempting to drive off with a $200,000 public bus during a dispute with the driver in Auckland. The bus only moved a short distance before stopping, and while her defense argued it was more of a tantrum than a serious crime, it was still deemed a significant offense. Want More Context? 🔎

Kenya's Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) reported that police used "disproportionate force" during recent protests, resulting in 65 deaths, primarily due to police actions. The protests, sparked by police brutality and government policies, saw significant violence, with President Ruto controversially ordering police to injure rather than kill protesters. Want More Context? 🔎

Washington — Todd Blanche, the second-highest-ranking Justice Department official, is set to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell to discuss Jeffrey Epstein, following her conviction for facilitating his abuse of underage girls. Blanche emphasized the DOJ's commitment to uncovering the truth, stating, "No one is above the law," as he reaches out to Maxwell for insights. Want More Context? 🔎