Israeli strikes kill 12 in Gaza including children as war grinds into the new year

The old Canadian Motor Boat Co. complex next to the Lachine Canal is a prime example of demolition by neglect, with graffiti, smashed windows, and danger signs indicating potential collapse. The uncaring owner of the building is being targeted by the City of Montreal's new bylaw against poorly maintained vacant buildings. This initiative aims to address the neglect of historic properties and protect the safety of the community. Full Article

After more than 30 years, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are disconnecting from Russia's electricity grid and joining the EU's network, marking a significant shift away from Russian influence. The process will begin with a two-day transition period, followed by integration into the European grid via Poland. Tensions with Russia have escalated, with concerns over potential retaliation and cyber-attacks, prompting increased security measures and preparations for any disruptions. Full Article

Elon Musk announced on his social media platform X that he will rehire a DOGE staffer who resigned from a Treasury Department post due to racist and eugenic tweets, following Vice President JD Vance's recommendation and President Donald Trump's endorsement. The staffer, Marko Elez, resigned after his tweets were exposed by The Wall Street Journal, leading to Musk launching a poll on X regarding Elez's rehiring, with 78% of voters in favor. Vance defended his...

BBC host Richard Osman recently shared his experience with kidney stones, describing the pain as "unbelievably painful" and requiring surgery. During a podcast recording, he expressed gratitude towards Charing Cross Hospital staff. The NHS recommends drinking water to prevent kidney stones, which can cause severe pain and complications if left untreated. Full Article

Zawadi Sifa and her seven children have lived a life of constant fear and violence in Goma, Congo, as Rwanda-backed rebels seized the city, displacing thousands. Despite the rebels declaring control of Goma, the situation remains dangerous with reports of sexual violence and targeted killings, prompting U.N. Secretary-General Guterres to call for peace talks. Sifa, unable to return to her village, struggles to survive in Goma with her children, facing challenges of finding food and...

A Roswell, Georgia police officer was shot and killed while responding to a report of a suspicious person at a shopping center. The officer was struck multiple times by a gunman behind the shopping center and succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The suspect was apprehended by police, and Governor Brian Kemp expressed condolences for the officer's family and the law enforcement community. Full Article