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Three endangered sea lions were fatally shot in the mouth in the Waitaki River, prompting police to investigate the incident in Ōamaru, Otago, after being alerted by the Department of Conservation. Two sea lions were found dead, while a third, which was wounded, had to be euthanised, and local iwi have been informed as police work with DOC rangers on the case. Want More Context? 🔎

Seven people died in a wall collapse at a makeshift dwelling in Jaitpur, Delhi, during heavy rain, with a 49-year-old tenant arrested for illegally housing them. The landlord is on the run, and police have initiated a case for negligence and public nuisance after the victims, mostly migrant workers, were trapped under debris from an unsafe structure. Want More Context? 🔎

President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s new government is trying to attract foreign investment as Syria’s economy lies in ruins.Jordan will host a meeting involving Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack to discuss Syria's reconstruction, following Syria’s recent signing of $14bn worth of investment agreements. Amid ongoing violence and a devastated economy, the Syrian government aims to attract foreign investments for infrastructure projects, with the UN estimating reconstruction costs over $400bn. Want More Context?...

A severe flash flooding event has hit the Midwest, particularly southern Wisconsin, leading to the cancellation of many Wisconsin State Fair events and the USA Triathlon nationals. Flood alerts affect 8 million people, with major flood stages reported on the Milwaukee River, and rescues being conducted in Waukesha County as additional thunderstorms are expected. Want More Context? 🔎

Thousands of jobs could be created in Western Australia through a new decommissioning industry for old offshore oil and gas rigs, but urgent government action is needed to establish a hub within two years. Unions and environmental groups warn that delay may push Australia to miss out on lucrative opportunities, as other countries like Brunei and Denmark advance their decommissioning efforts. Want More Context? 🔎

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel must "finish the job" against Hamas in Gaza, emphasizing a military offensive aimed at demilitarization rather than occupation. His comments coincide with rising casualties among Palestinians, including 26 killed while seeking aid, and calls for a general strike from families of Israeli hostages amid worsening humanitarian conditions. Want More Context? 🔎