A report says Chinese fishing vessels used North Korean crews in breach of UN bans

Israel denied entry to European Parliament member Rima Hassan for promoting boycotts, citing her support of the BDS movement. Hassan was part of an EU-Palestine delegation but was denied entry upon arrival in Israel. Israeli legislators passed a law prohibiting entry to those denying Hamas attacks or supporting international prosecution of Israeli soldiers, in addition to those calling for a boycott of Israel. Full Article

Israeli forces have deployed tanks in the West Bank for the first time in over 20 years, displacing 40,000 Palestinians from refugee camps in the north. The military offensive, with expanded operations and tank deployments, has resulted in at least 51 Palestinian deaths and 40,000 displaced people. The violence, including home demolitions and increased military presence, has escalated since the Gaza war, with significant impact on the affected communities in the West Bank. Full Article

San Diego Padres pitcher Cole Paplham was struck in the head by a 102-mph line drive during a spring training game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The incident occurred in the eighth inning when Dodgers infielder Aaron Bracho hit the ball back at Paplham. Despite being alert, Paplham was in pain and had to leave the field in a golf cart. This incident follows a similar one involving Dodgers pitcher Bobby Miller, who is currently...

The Up First newsletter highlights French President Macron's meeting with President Trump to discuss the European plan for peace in Ukraine. Macron aims to emphasize the threat Russia poses to Europe and secure a peace deal in Ukraine. Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, is expected to lead a more stable two-party government. Greenpeace USA faces a $300 million lawsuit from Energy Transfer over protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline. Additionally, a study suggests taking a...

In 2024, a list of the top 10 Technology Stocks with Insider Buying was compiled, including EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ:SATS), highlighting the value of insider activity in predicting investment opportunities. Insiders, possessing unique insights into their companies, often buy shares to signal confidence in future growth potential, with studies indicating that significant insider purchases correlate with future price appreciation, particularly during market uncertainty. While overall insider transactions in the technology sector remain negative, finding tech stocks...

Pope Francis remains in critical condition with kidney and lung issues at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, with no prognosis given by the Vatican. When a Pope dies, the camerlengo confirms the death, announces it to the Cardinal Vicar for Rome, and takes charge until a new Pope is elected. After a nine-day mourning period, the Pope's body is buried, traditionally in the Vatican Grottoes but Pope Francis has expressed a desire to be buried in the...