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Hundreds rally near Downing Street as delegation delivers letter to UK government calling for sanctions on Israel.Leading Jewish figures in Britain are protesting the UK government’s designation of Palestine Action as a terrorist organization, delivering a letter condemning the ban as “illegitimate” and urging sanctions against Israel for its actions in Gaza and the West Bank. The rally, organized under the slogan “Proscribe Genocide, Not Protest,” highlights the moral obligation to oppose genocide and calls...

Rod Stewart faced backlash after an AI tribute video featuring Ozzy Osbourne taking selfies with deceased musicians was shown during his concert in Alpharetta, Georgia, as part of his "One Last Time" tour. While many criticized the use of AI as disrespectful, some fans praised the tribute as "tasteful and heartfelt." Want More Context? 🔎

Former Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has been appointed as the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) by President Masoud Pezeshkian, tasked with overseeing national security issues, especially emerging threats. This leadership change follows a recent war with Israel that resulted in over 1,000 Iranian casualties, and Larijani replaces Ali-Akbar Ahmadian, who will become Pezeshkian's deputy. Want More Context? 🔎

Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand are in Mexico to meet with President Claudia Sheinbaum, aiming to strengthen economic ties amid a trade conflict with the United States. This meeting is part of a broader strategy to establish relationships that could lead to future discussions with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Want More Context? 🔎

OceanGate's Titan submersible disaster, which killed CEO Stockton Rush and four others during a Titanic wreck exploration in June 2023, resulted from the company's use of intimidation tactics to evade regulatory scrutiny, as revealed in a US Coast Guard report. The report cites a "toxic workplace," safety negligence, and potential criminal offenses by Rush, who ignored vital inspections, leading to the implosion of the sub. Want More Context? 🔎

During his presidency, Donald Trump frequently discredited unfavorable data, such as limiting COVID-19 testing and firing officials responsible for economic reports, to maintain a favorable narrative. Critics argue this undermines public trust and accountability, while Trump's administration insists that their focus is on ensuring data accuracy and reliability amidst claims of political manipulation. Want More Context? 🔎