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Panama has declared a five-day emergency in the Bocas del Toro province due to violent protests over pension reforms, leading to looting and vandalism. The government has suspended constitutional rights to restore order, as unrest escalated after the local banana workers union, particularly from Chiquita Brands, joined nationwide strikes against proposed pension cuts. Need More Context? 🔎

The BBC has decided not to air the documentary "Gaza: Doctors Under Attack" due to concerns about impartiality, despite it being commissioned by the network and produced by an independent company. The BBC aims to maintain fair reporting on the conflict in the Middle East and has transferred ownership of the film to Basement Films, which expressed disappointment over the decision. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The BBC won't show a movie about...

A man named Feras Hamdan, 36, has turned himself in after allegedly threatening US Congressman Max Miller in Ohio, claiming he wanted to kill Miller and his family while displaying a Palestinian flag. Hamdan faces charges of aggravated menacing and ethnic intimidation, with a bond set at $500,000, as authorities investigate the incident amid rising concerns about political violence in the US. Need More Context? 🔎

Flight tracking data indicates a significant increase in US military aircraft movement towards the Middle East, with 52 planes observed over the eastern Mediterranean, particularly through Crete, amid considerations of US support for Israel against Iran. The deployment includes troop transport, mid-air refuelling, and reconnaissance planes, suggesting a build-up of military capabilities necessary for potential operations involving Israel's airstrikes on Iranian targets. Need More Context? 🔎

The first day of summer brings a dangerous heat wave across the U.S.A heat dome is forming, leading to heat advisories in many central and eastern states, with temperatures expected to exceed 90°F, reaching triple digits in some areas. Health experts advise limiting outdoor activities and staying hydrated, as cities implement cooling centers and other resources to help residents cope with the extreme heat. Need More Context? 🔎

Medtech Products Inc has recalled five lots of its Little Remedies Honey Cough Syrup due to contamination with Bacillus cereus, a bacteria that can cause serious food-borne illnesses, including death. The affected syrup, sold nationwide from December 2022 to June 2023, is in 4 fluid ounce amber bottles; customers are advised to stop using the product and contact Medtech for a refund. Need More Context? 🔎