A Swiss politician was fined for buying pink water pistols online

Israeli demonstrators confronted National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, accusing him of obstructing efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, as they chanted "shame" and criticized his past military service. Amid growing pressure for a ceasefire proposal accepted by Hamas, Prime Minister Netanyahu indicated a willingness to negotiate terms for a potential deal, while Israel's ongoing military campaign has led to significant casualties and international scrutiny. Want More Context? 🔎

As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) increases hiring, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Georgia prepares to train up to 10,000 new officers to support deportation efforts. Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons noted that while hiring quality is prioritized amidst over 121,000 applications, the agency has streamlined training, including cutting the Spanish language portion to expedite the process. Want More Context? 🔎

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Global South nations to support diplomatic efforts for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the need to end the conflict during talks with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Despite ongoing fighting and Russia's recent territorial gains, Zelenskyy expressed readiness for dialogue with Russian President Putin, while Ramaphosa called for urgent meetings to facilitate peace negotiations. Want More Context? 🔎

The family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, expressed outrage over the Justice Department's release of Ghislaine Maxwell's testimony transcripts, arguing it allows Maxwell to distort facts counter to her conviction for child sex trafficking. They criticized her transfer to a minimum-security prison, claiming it undermines justice for survivors, and highlighted Maxwell's denials of wrongdoing and her ongoing legal appeals. Want More Context? 🔎

In Uttarakhand, devastating monsoon conditions have left many government schools in disrepair, forcing children to study in unsafe environments. Despite the allocation of Rs 20 crore for repairs, officials acknowledge that the estimated cost exceeds Rs 72 crore, with urgent action needed as schools continue to face collapse and flooding, jeopardizing student safety. Want More Context? 🔎

A man in his 20s was critically injured at Muriwai Beach, Auckland, after a sand dune collapsed while he was digging a hole, burying him headfirst. Emergency services, including the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust, responded and airlifted him to Auckland City Hospital in critical condition. Want More Context? 🔎