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After M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, seized Goma in eastern Congo, Corneille Nangaa emerged as a leader, diverging from the group's Tutsi-dominated past by positioning M23 as a Congolese nationalist movement. Nangaa, a former electoral official, joined the Congo River Alliance and aims to push for autonomy in eastern Congo while challenging President Félix Tshisekedi's government. With alleged Rwandan support, M23 seeks to negotiate politically, drawing attention to regional grievances and gaining allies to undermine...

Hamas has released two Israeli hostages, Ofer Kalderon and Yarden Bibas, with American-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel expected to be freed as part of a ceasefire deal. President Trump prioritizes securing the release of U.S. citizens, with White House envoy Steve Witkoff monitoring the situation closely. Families of remaining captives express gratitude for efforts to bring their loved ones home, as negotiations continue for further releases and regional stability. Full Article

M23 rebels, backed by Rwandan troops, have taken control of the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The rebels have declared their intention to expand their territory and potentially march all the way to the DRC capital, Kinshasa. The conflict in eastern DRC is a legacy of wars stemming from the 1994 Rwandan genocide, with the M23 being one of many armed groups in the region. The rebels formed in 2012,...

Taiming Zhang took the James Cook Hotel to the Human Rights Review Tribunal after being banned for disputing the difference between Coke No Sugar and Coke Zero, claiming it was a breach of his human rights. Zhang has a history of lodging complaints, including against Victoria University and a Wellington restaurant, prompting the tribunal to note the lack of seriousness in his claims. The tribunal ultimately struck out his case, finding that his ban was...

A study from the University of South Australia reveals that forming new habits can take longer than the commonly believed 21 days, with habit formation starting within around two months and potentially taking up to a year. Dr. Ben Singh emphasizes the importance of enjoying the new habit, incorporating it into daily routines, and planning ahead to increase the likelihood of success. This research provides hope for those struggling to establish lasting habits and highlights...

Ahmed Lal, driving a friend's BMW M4, struck a pedestrian at over twice the speed limit in Somerset, flipping the victim into the air and landing in the back of the convertible. The 24-year-old drug dealer was traveling at 68mph in a 30mph zone, causing the pedestrian to suffer a fractured pelvic bone, left foot, and hip, as well as significant bruising. CCTV footage showed Lal driving recklessly before the collision, and he tested positive...