Oscar win brings hope to Palestinians in Masafer Yatta

World Cup soccer is set to arrive in Vancouver in just a year, generating excitement among fans eager to see international stars. However, there are concerns among some residents regarding the potential negative impacts of hosting such a major sporting event. Want More Context? 🔎

Cheryll Rich, a 38-year-old mother left paralyzed after a fall, accused Basildon University Hospital staff of neglect, claiming they refused to assist her with hygiene during her five-day stay, leaving her in her own filth. The Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust acknowledged the poor care and issued an apology, emphasizing the need for improvement in patient treatment. Want More Context? 🔎

The Chincoteague wild ponies have completed their 100th annual swim across the Assateague Channel, a tradition started in 1925, where "Saltwater Cowboys" round up the ponies for the swim to Chincoteague Island. Hosted by the Chincoteague Fire Department, the event includes a foal auction to help manage the pony population on Assateague. Want More Context? 🔎

Hamas stated it will not disarm until an independent Palestinian state is established with Jerusalem as its capital, responding to claims by US envoy Steve Witkoff that they were willing to disarm. The group condemned Witkoff's recent visit to Gaza as a "staged show" and criticized the humanitarian situation, claiming US aid efforts are misleading amid ongoing violence that has resulted in numerous civilian casualties. Want More Context? 🔎

Iran's Abbas Araghchi warns that hostilities with Israel could resume, emphasizing the need for financial compensation for Tehran to reenter negotiations with the US. This statement reflects earlier sentiments expressed to the Financial Times, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region. Want More Context? 🔎

A Texas teenager named Walter Campbell unearthed an 80-million-year-old mosasaur skull during a dig at the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre in Morden, Manitoba, in June 2025. In a unique honor, the fossil has been named "Walt" after him, providing a remarkable story for him to share with friends back home. Want More Context? 🔎