U.S. payrolls rose by 228,000 in March, but unemployment rate increases to 4.2%

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore announced a 2.6% increase in the supply of Certificates of Entitlement (COEs) for the period from August to October, raising the total to 18,701. Bidding under this new quota will commence on August 4, with significant increases in Category E and adjustments based on vehicle deregistrations and population changes anticipated. Want More Context? 🔎

North Sydney councillors have voted to implement a $50 ticketing system for access to Blues Point during Sydney's New Year's Eve fireworks, citing financial challenges. While Mayor Zoe Baker expressed regret over the decision, she emphasized the availability of other free vantage points for the event. Want More Context? 🔎

A series of attacks by Israeli settlers on the Ein Samia water springs in the occupied West Bank has halted water pumping operations, impacting around 40,000 Palestinian homes and leaving 160,000 residents without water. The assaults, which included damage to communications and infrastructure, have rendered the Jerusalem Water Authority unable to manage the crucial water source for 19 villages. Want More Context? 🔎

In 2023, seven Army bases renamed to remove Confederate leaders' names are reverting back to their original names, now honoring other service members with similar surnames, raising concerns about undermining efforts to distance from Confederate associations. Critics, including civil rights leaders, argue this move reflects political motivations rather than genuine respect for diverse service records, with implications for military branding. Want More Context? 🔎

Yvonne Ford, a 59-year-old British woman, died from rabies in June after being scratched by a stray puppy while on holiday in Morocco. Her daughter, Robyn Thomson, is now campaigning for dog vaccinations against rabies to prevent similar tragedies, sharing the harrowing details of her mother's rapid decline in health following the initial scratch. Want More Context? 🔎

The United Nations has condemned recent airdrops of aid into Gaza, stating they risk harming the very civilians they aim to help, as one-third of the population faces starvation. Aid delivered by air is inefficient and often fails to reach the most vulnerable, with the UN emphasizing that land routes are crucial for effective humanitarian support. Want More Context? 🔎