Israel will close its Ireland embassy over Gaza tensions

In June 2020, during a 911 call for her mother Sheila, 13-year-old Maria Shepperd provided the correct address, but medics were dispatched to a nearby incorrect location, leading to a 20-minute delay in response. This incident highlights significant issues within DC's 911 system, reflecting broader nationwide problems of understaffing, outdated technology, and lack of federal training mandates for dispatchers. Want More Context? 🔎

Two married couples, aged 30 to 32, were killed in a car crash in Germany when their vehicle, with British plates, veered off a highway and was found flipped between trees. Emergency services discovered all four occupants deceased at the scene after an automatic accident report from a victim's phone triggered a response; an investigation is ongoing. Want More Context? 🔎

NewsFeedAl Jazeera's Ibrahim al-Khalili reports from a UNRWA warehouse in Gaza City, revealing empty shelves previously stocked with food aid. The UN has declared a famine in Gaza, citing critical levels of food insecurity and starvation due to Israeli restrictions. Want More Context? 🔎

Duggal, an entrepreneur, faced a male-dominated funding landscape while raising capital for her e-commerce businesses, leading her to found a summer camp five years ago aimed at fostering community and investment among female founders. Despite raising over $3 billion for women-led startups, they still receive only 2% of venture capital, highlighting the ongoing funding disparity. Want More Context? 🔎

Israeli far-right ministers, including Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, advocated for extreme measures against Gaza’s population during a Cabinet meeting, leading to a confrontation with military chief Eyal Zamir over the war strategy. As the military campaign continues, over 62,600 Palestinians have been killed, and Israel faces international scrutiny for potential war crimes. Want More Context? 🔎

As the Trump administration intensifies immigration crackdowns, many communities across the U.S. are experiencing profound changes, with families slipping into the shadows and businesses suffering. The fear of deportation is palpable, impacting daily life and commerce, as evidenced by deserted malls and a significant decline in events like quinceañeras and family gatherings. Want More Context? 🔎