The Wars Trump Inherits

On June 27, 1946, 12-year-old Muriel Drinkwater was brutally murdered in Penllergaer, Swansea, and her case remains one of the UK's longest-running cold cases. Despite extensive investigations, including interviews with 20,000 men and the discovery of the murder weapon, her killer has never been identified, leaving her family and the community seeking answers for nearly 80 years. Need More Context? 🔎

Israeli Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sharren Haskel acknowledged public skepticism towards military intervention, recalling the Iraq War's fallout while asserting that Iran's nuclear capabilities present a significant threat. She urges younger generations to learn from history, emphasizing that Iran's violations of the 2015 nuclear deal create urgency for decisive action against its growing menace. Need More Context? 🔎

Queen Hatshepsut, a successful female pharaoh of ancient Egypt who ruled 3,500 years ago, saw her legacy erased after her death by her stepson Thutmose III, who aimed to eliminate evidence of her reign. Recent research by Jun Wong suggests that the motivations behind Thutmose III's actions were more complex than previously thought, indicating they may have stemmed from ritual necessity rather than gender-based animosity. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Queen Hatshepsut was...

The prosecutor in the case against Karen Read expressed disappointment over her acquittal for the murder of John O'Keefe, stating that despite a thorough investigation, only one person was identified as responsible. Read was convicted of operating under the influence and received probation, while the prosecutor condemned intimidation tactics against witnesses, emphasizing the need to protect the judicial system's integrity. Need More Context? 🔎

Foodstuffs is experiencing significant expansion with over $380 million in ongoing or planned projects, including recent openings and the upcoming launch of a new 6000sq m Pak’nSave on North Shore. Other notable developments include a major sale in Tauranga and three deals by Metlifecare, as well as the opening of a new build-to-rent project by Marutūahu-Ockham. Need More Context? 🔎

Dissenting justice warns court actions expose ‘thousands to the risk of torture or death’.The Supreme Court has permitted the Trump administration to resume rapid deportations of migrants to third countries, disregarding a lower court's requirement for individuals to contest their deportation due to potential danger, prompting a dissent from Justice Sotomayor who warned of risks of torture or death for those affected. This decision comes amid the administration's aggressive immigration policies, as legal challenges continue...