Israeli tanks enter occupied West Bank for first time in decades

SummaryA significant gas explosion occurred in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, destroying a house on John Street and damaging nearby properties. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to reports of the explosion, evacuating residents while confirming no injuries have been reported. Chief Inspector Neil Humphris stated that emergency services will remain at the scene to investigate the incident, which has been described as a major incident. Full Article

The Gobbins Cliff Path in Northern Ireland, a major tourist attraction, has faced extensive closures since reopening in 2015, being shut for 1,624 days, or 46% of the time, primarily due to maintenance issues and rockfalls. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has invested approximately £4.3 million in repairs since 2017, with plans for a £13.5 million expansion to enhance the site, including new facilities and attractions. Despite its potential, the path's reliability has raised...

Publishers Clearing House (PCH) has filed for bankruptcy in Manhattan, reporting only $490,000 in cash against $40 million in debts, as it shifts focus from traditional marketing to digital advertising and online gaming. The company, which has awarded over $500 million in prizes since its founding in 1953, plans to continue its sweepstakes during the restructuring process while exploring asset sales or partnerships for growth. Despite its financial struggles, PCH aims to maintain its legacy...

SummaryIsrael's Defence Minister Israel Katz announced a vigorous expansion of military operations throughout Gaza, following the IDF's takeover of a security zone between Rafah and Khan Younis and evacuation orders for the latter area. The ongoing offensive aims to pressure Hamas into releasing 59 hostages while displacing hundreds of thousands of Gazans. Since resuming its campaign against Hamas on March 18, over 50,933 people have reportedly been killed in Gaza, with 1,563 fatalities occurring since...

U.S. federal regulators have mandated that South Bow, the operator of the Keystone Pipeline, implement several corrective measures following a rupture that resulted in the spillage of over 556,000 litres of oil onto farmland in North Dakota. The incident occurred on April 8, 2025, near Fort Ransom. South Bow is optimistic about resuming operations within the next few days after addressing the regulatory requirements. Full Article

Hugh Saunders, a retired pottery painter, tragically took his own life after being a victim of fraud where £20,000 was stolen from his bank account. Despite being reimbursed by Barclays, he was suffering from dementia and believed the issue persisted, leaving a note indicating his intention to go to Rudyard Lake. Following a search, his body was found in the lake, and the coroner concluded that his death was a suicide due to drowning, as...