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A small plane crashed onto the A21 motorway in Brescia, Italy, resulting in a massive fireball and the deaths of both occupants, a 75-year-old man and a 60-year-old woman. Although two motorists sustained non-life-threatening injuries, traffic was halted as firefighters managed the blaze and an investigation into the incident was initiated. Want More Context? 🔎

Sentencing Hearing for Freedom Convoy Leaders On November 3, 2023, sentencing hearings began for Tamara Lich and Chris Barber, leaders of the Freedom Convoy, after being found guilty of mischief for their roles in the 2022 protest against COVID-19 mandates. The Crown is seeking seven years for Lich and eight for Barber, sparking criticism from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre over perceived legal disparities in sentencing. Want More Context? 🔎

An Ethiopian official has refuted Donald Trump's claim that the U.S. funded the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (Gerd), asserting it was built without foreign aid and emphasizing its significance to Ethiopia. The dam, Africa's largest hydroelectric plant, has sparked tensions with Egypt and Sudan over water flow concerns, while Ethiopia aims to address its electricity needs as 60% of its population lacks power. Want More Context? 🔎

Colombian President Gustavo Petro threatened to unilaterally modify Glencore’s concession contract if the company continues coal exports to Israel, which he has suspended due to the conflict in Gaza. Glencore stated it has already ceased shipments in compliance with Petro's decree, asserting that its last coal delivery occurred two weeks prior to the order's implementation. Want More Context? 🔎

Three Israeli airstrikes targeted homes and a tent in Gaza City on July 23, 2025, resulting in the deaths of at least 21 individuals, predominantly women and children. These attacks occur amidst severe hunger and relentless bombardment faced by the besieged territory. Want More Context? 🔎

House Energy and Commerce Chairman Rep. Brett Guthrie discussed his personal experience with organ transplantation and the need for public confidence in the system during a hearing on alarming organ procurement practices, which were revealed by a HRSA investigation showing 29% of patients had signs of life before procurement. Guthrie, whose mother died awaiting a liver transplant, emphasized the importance of maintaining donor participation and addressing these issues as a bipartisan concern. Want More Context?...