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An 18-year-old British man, Axel Rudakubana, pleaded guilty to murdering three girls and attempting to kill 10 others at a dance class in Southport, England. He was found with ricin and a terrorist manual, and had been referred to the Prevent program multiple times for his violent obsession. The court ordered a life sentence for Mr. Rudakubana, who showed no remorse for the attack that left lasting scars on the community and the nation. Full...

Hamish Kale on Unsplash discusses the potential dangers of using plug socket covers in homes, as they can increase the risk of electric shock and fire by overriding the safety features of UK plug sockets. Consumer watchdogs advise against using them, as they do not comply with British standards and can damage the sockets. Instead, it is recommended to supervise children around plug sockets, switch them off when not in use, and consider moving furniture...

Debra Tice, mother of American journalist Austin Tice who was abducted in Syria, met with rebel leader Ahmed al-Shara in Damascus, expressing hope for progress in finding her son. Despite no new information on Austin's whereabouts, she remains optimistic that the new leadership will assist in locating him. Former US officials believe Austin escaped captivity but was recaptured by Syrian intelligence, and Debra Tice criticized the Biden administration for not negotiating harder for his release....

Axel Rudakubana, an 18-year-old from Banks, Lancashire, pleaded guilty to 16 offenses, including three counts of murder and 10 counts of attempted murder after a meticulously planned rampage at a dance class in Southport. The victims, Alice da Silva Aguiar, Bebe King, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, aged 6 to 9, were killed in the attack. Rudakubana was referred to the government anti-extremism scheme Prevent three times before the murders due to concerns about his fixation...

Bangladesh's interim government announced plans to equip the country's paramilitary border guards with non-lethal sound grenades and tear gas canisters, following India's lead. Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury confirmed the decision, emphasizing the importance of enhancing the guards' capacity to maintain peace and respond quickly to emergencies. He assured that the border situation is stable and that there are no major problems at present. Full Article

The flow of aid into Gaza is expected to increase gradually, with 600 truckloads of aid, including fuel, allowed daily during the six-week ceasefire, according to International Rescue Committee chief David Miliband in London. The IRC is prioritizing water, sanitation, child protection, and healthcare in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of safe delivery amid security threats. Miliband also highlighted the need for sustained funding for a large-scale humanitarian response in Gaza, as global governments have shown...