6 babies have frozen to death in Gaza as displaced people shelter in tents: Medics

Prime Minister Mark Carney's second book, titled The Hinge: Time to Build an Even Better Canada, was initially set for release on May 13, 2025, but has been delayed to July 1, 2025, due to editing issues amid his political campaign. The book explores how Canadians can address existential threats to democracy and build a better future, drawing parallels to historical moments of uncertainty. Despite its anticipated themes, details about the book have been largely...

SummaryIsrael has issued a major evacuation order for civilians in Gaza amid escalating military actions, citing areas like the Islamic University and Al-Shifa Hospital as unsafe due to alleged Hamas activities. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert criticized the military campaign, advocating for humanitarian support for Gaza's population, which faces severe food insecurity and health risks. Despite calls for a ceasefire and public support for negotiations to release hostages, Prime Minister Netanyahu remains committed to...

Extreme Heat in TexasParts of Texas are experiencing an extreme heat wave, with temperatures soaring into the triple digits, feeling hotter than the Sahara Desert due to a heat dome. Central and southern regions are facing heat index values between 105°F and 108°F, with several cities, including Houston and San Antonio, expected to break daily temperature records. A heat advisory is in effect, warning of potential heat-related illnesses, as oppressive conditions are set to persist...

Israel's Yuval Raphael qualified for Eurovision's grand final amidst protests during her rehearsal, where demonstrators displayed oversized Palestinian flags. The ongoing conflict has sparked controversy over Israel's participation, with calls for debate from several broadcasters and protests in Switzerland. Despite the tensions, Raphael's performance went smoothly and her song, "New Day Will Rise," is among the favorites to win, while the second semi-final saw notable acts qualify, including Austria's JJ and Luxembourg's Laura Thorn. Full...

US President Donald Trump stated that peace between Ukraine and Russia won't be achieved until he meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing that no progress can occur without their direct interaction. His remarks came during a Middle East tour, following Putin's decision to send a lower-level delegation to peace talks in Turkey, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized as disrespectful and inadequate. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed Trump's sentiment, emphasizing that a...

The New Zealand Government will allocate an additional $577 million to the screen production grant, a subsidy for the film industry, as announced by Finance Minister Nicola Willis during a visit to Peter Jackson's studio in Wellington. This funding reflects the higher-than-expected demand for the subsidy, bringing the total rebate to $1.09 billion over the next four years. The scheme has been instrumental in attracting billions of dollars in film investment to New Zealand and...