Sectarian violence in Syria has been less intense than feared since Assad's ouster

A snorkeling trip in Bali turned tragic for a married couple from Tauranga when a wave capsized their ferry, leading to chaos as passengers were thrown around inside the cabin. Dale and Jason Clark described the horrifying scene, with children and adults screaming as they struggled to hold on before being tossed against others by the violent wave. Want More Context? 🔎

Conor O’Rourke, diagnosed with vein of galen malformation (VOGM) after a routine check revealed concerns about his head size, underwent groundbreaking surgery at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. Now considered "99% cured," he has transformed significantly following multiple procedures, offering hope for other VOGM patients. Want More Context? 🔎

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has mandated the manual evaluation of a NEET-UG 2025 answer sheet after a candidate reported incorrect stapling of the question paper, causing a disordered sequence of questions. Despite the National Testing Agency's claims of robust processes, the court's intervention highlights ongoing student grievances regarding faulty exam materials and scoring issues. Want More Context? 🔎

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder point guard from Hamilton, was celebrated on Thursday for his remarkable NBA season, which is considered one of the greatest in history. Addressing a cheering crowd, the 27-year-old expressed pride in his Hamilton roots, reinforcing his connection to his hometown. Want More Context? 🔎

A Muslim American group, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), has urged the Trump administration to investigate the death of Khamis Ayyad, a U.S. citizen killed in a settler attack in the West Bank. CAIR argues that Ayyad's family lacks confidence in Israeli authorities and highlights a pattern of U.S. inaction in holding Israel accountable for violence against American citizens. Want More Context? 🔎

The Arizona man, Cudjoe Young, accused of targeting exotic dancers in gunpoint robberies and later murdering one victim, Mercedes Vega, has repeatedly reversed his decisions on plea deals, ultimately rejecting offers that would have resulted in reduced sentences. Young, facing up to 36 years in prison, has pleaded not guilty, and Vega's family believes her murder was to silence her as she was set to testify in the robbery cases. Want More Context? 🔎