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Israeli air strikes have killed six Palestinians guarding aid trucks amid a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where only a fraction of necessary aid is entering due to an ongoing blockade. Despite 107 trucks of food and medical supplies arriving recently, UN officials state 500-600 trucks are needed daily, as looting hampers distribution efforts, with armed groups stealing supplies. The UN warns of dire consequences without sustained aid access, and while Israel has proposed a...

SummaryResearchers have observed an increasing number of humpback whale calves being born in colder southern waters, over 1500km south of their traditional calving zones, potentially exposing them to greater risks. A UNSW-led study, sparked by a sighting during a whale-watching trip, collected 200 calf sightings, revealing complex migratory behaviors and trends towards earlier migrations due to environmental changes. The shift in calving locations may be a strategy to avoid competition for food, but it raises...

An assailant has stabbed 12 people at the central railway station in Hamburg, Germany, with six critically injured, according to authorities. The attack occurred on the platform between tracks 13 and 14, and a suspect, reportedly a woman, has been arrested, though details remain limited. Emergency services reported varying degrees of injuries among the victims, with six facing life-threatening conditions, while the station serves as a major hub for local and long-distance trains. Full Article

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on US-EU Trade TalksTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that President Trump finds the European Union's trade offers inadequate and anticipates a proposed 50% tariff on EU goods starting June 1 will prompt better negotiations. Following G7 discussions, Bessent noted that while other countries are negotiating in good faith, the EU's proposals lack quality, and many EU nations are unaware of the European Commission's offerings. Additionally, Trump is considering a 25% tariff...

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for revoking its ability to enroll foreign students, which the university claims violates the US Constitution and federal laws, impacting over 7,000 visa holders. Harvard argues that this action threatens its academic integrity and fosters harmful conditions, as international students constitute 27% of its enrollment. In response, White House officials dismissed the lawsuit, accusing Harvard of harboring anti-Semitic sentiments and demanding records related to international...

Essendon secured a 23-point victory over Richmond in a challenging match at the MCG, despite deepening their injury crisis. The Bombers, who won 11.15 (81) to 8.10 (58), were led by debutant Angus Clarke, who scored three goals, while Nic Martin earned the Yiooken Medal for his 35-possession game. However, Essendon lost key players Kyle Langford and Zach Reid to injuries, with Langford already missing six games this season, as the team temporarily entered the...