Teddy bear helps hostage’s family come to terms with grief amid joy over his release

Tongue-tie surgery, aimed at assisting newborns with breastfeeding, has seen a tripling in numbers over the past 20 years, raising concerns about its necessity and associated risks, including potential injury to infants. Dr. Graham Sharpe, a retired anaesthetist, questioned the validity of such surgeries after administering anaesthesia for one, prompting further investigation into the growing trend. Need More Context? 🔎

The brother-in-law of notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader "El Mencho," José González Valencia, was sentenced to 30 years in U.S. federal prison for orchestrating a drug trafficking operation and providing weapons to cartels. This follows recent sanctions on CJNG leaders by the State Department, reflecting ongoing efforts to dismantle the cartel's operations amid increasing cooperation from Mexican officials. Need More Context? 🔎

Conrad Byrd, 50, was sentenced to 13 years and six months in prison after being arrested on March 14 in Solihull, West Midlands, with over 25 kilos of cocaine worth approximately £3.8 million in his vehicle. He admitted to conspiring to supply Class A drugs for an organized crime group and was found with additional drugs and cash at his home in Sidcup following further searches. Need More Context? 🔎

An Iranian refugee, Sirus Lotfi, whose claim was denied due to a past serious assault conviction in England, will be allowed to argue for his protection in Canada based on his bisexuality, Kurdish ethnicity, and conversion to Christianity. The Federal Court found that prior immigration assessments inadequately considered his detailed affidavit about risks he faces if returned to Iran, thus remitting the case for reconsideration. Need More Context? 🔎

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's recent international tour was overshadowed by the looming presence of former U.S. President Donald Trump, particularly concerning trade talks and tariffs. Despite efforts to focus on other diplomatic matters during events in Fiji and Seattle, discussions consistently circled back to Trump, culminating in the abrupt announcement of his early departure from the G7 summit, which impacted Albanese's anticipated meeting with him. Need More Context? 🔎

The Islamic Human Rights Commission has warned Prime Minister Keir Starmer against involving Britain in a military conflict with Iran, citing concerns over legality and potential risks. The letter criticizes Starmer's support for Israel amidst its actions in Gaza and warns that aligning with the U.S. in an attack could lead to historical condemnation similar to that of Tony Blair. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The letter is telling the Prime Minister that...