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Khalil Al-Hayya, head of Hamas in Gaza, stated that ongoing negotiations are futile while the siege and starvation persist, emphasizing that immediate aid access is crucial for talks to proceed. He expressed surprise at the withdrawal of the occupation from negotiations and criticized their insistence on controlling aid distribution and establishing a buffer zone in Rafah for displaced individuals. Want More Context? 🔎

特朗普总统对联邦储备银行总部的重建成本表达不满，同时却对卡塔尔赠送的波音747-8改装费用保持沉默，该费用可能通过五角大楼的“黑预算”秘密转移。尽管存在利益冲突，特朗普表示这项“免费”赠机决定对纳税人无害，并计划将改装后的“空军一号”在其任期结束后移交给特朗普总统图书馆。 Want More Context? 🔎

Sunbathers at Budleigh Salterton beach in Devon narrowly escaped injury when thousands of tons of rock collapsed on Saturday, creating a massive dust plume. Rescue efforts by the Sidmouth Independent Lifeboat successfully retrieved individuals stranded by the rockfall, while authorities closed coastal paths due to the unstable cliffs. Want More Context? 🔎

The Halifax Domestic Violence Court, established in 2018, addresses the province's declared epidemic of domestic violence by focusing on cases involving youth and the homeless. Utilizing counselling services, the court aims to prevent violence and promote healing within the community. Want More Context? 🔎

Wildfires around Bursa, Turkey's fourth-largest city, have forced over 3,500 residents to evacuate, resulting in four fatalities, including two volunteer firefighters. Fueled by unseasonably high temperatures and strong winds, the fires are part of a larger crisis affecting the country, with the government declaring disaster areas and launching prosecutions against 97 individuals related to the blazes. Want More Context? 🔎

A taxi driver in Singapore, Huzairi Hamzah, was fined S$2,500 for endangering safety by shining a laser pointer at a shuttle bus, distracting the driver and causing blurry vision while ferrying 30 passengers. The incident occurred on August 28, 2024, and was captured on CCTV; Huzairi initially denied intent but later pleaded guilty, facing a potential fine of up to S$2,500 or six months in jail. Want More Context? 🔎