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SummaryIsrael is considering a limited military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities despite U.S. President Donald Trump's reluctance to support such action, emphasizing diplomacy. Israeli officials aim to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons and have proposed various strike options to the U.S. over recent months. While an attack could be smaller and require less American support, it risks straining U.S.-Israel relations, especially amid ongoing nuclear negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials. Full Article

An old Russian fairytale is translocated to a desert wasteland in an allegory for our times as The Firebird – cut short by Covid during its debut tour – headlines the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s new double bill.Kiwi choreographer Loughlan Prior’s dystopian take on The Firebird is a triumph of hope in a world that’s falling apart. Principal dancer Ana Gallardo Lobaina, who originated the title role, is set to perform in the six-centre return...

BENGALURU: A man's attempt to help a neighbor by discarding a trash bag turned into a nightmare when he discovered it contained a stillborn baby. The 17-year-old mother, a vegetable vendor, had secretly delivered the baby at home after concealing her pregnancy from her laborer parents and asked the man to dispose of the bag. Police arrested her lover for raping her, charging him under the Pocso Act, while the man who discarded the bag...

In Uttar Pradesh, India, Al Jazeera uncovered a troubling market where rape videos are sold for as little as Rs 20 (30 cents). These videos often feature identifiable victims and are used to blackmail them, discouraging them from reporting the crimes. Local shopkeepers, despite being aware of the issue, claim ignorance to authorities, while police officials express unfamiliarity with the existence of such videos, highlighting a significant societal and governmental failure to address sexual violence...

A 19-year-old Kansas City resident, Owen McIntire, was arrested for allegedly setting fire to Tesla vehicles at a dealership on March 17, while home for spring break. He faces federal charges for unlawful possession of a destructive device and malicious damage by fire, with prosecutors emphasizing the severity of the attack, which caused significant damage. This incident follows another arrest related to arson against Tesla properties, reflecting a troubling trend of vandalism against the company...

The NSW Waratahs faced a disheartening 28-14 loss to the Fijian Drua in Lautoka, marking their ninth consecutive away defeat, a record low since 1996-97. Despite a promising win against the Chiefs, the Waratahs struggled physically, conceding significant possession and territory, and were hampered by injuries to key players, including skipper Jake Gordon. Although they mounted a second-half comeback, they ultimately fell short, missing a bonus point after a late penalty try, leaving them at...