Sexual misconduct allegations in UN missions topped 100 in 2024

Donald Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell, calling him “dumb” and a “moron,” while central bankers, including the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), defended Powell and criticized stablecoins as inferior substitutes for money. The BIS warned that choosing stablecoins could lead society to repeat historical mistakes related to unsound money, despite their rapid growth driven by their role in cryptoasset ecosystems and deficiencies in traditional payment systems. Need More Context? 🔎

Amid escalating tensions from the Israel-Iran conflict and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, TikTok has seen a rise in controversial content like "WW3 outfit ideas" and "pre-draft shopping hauls," prompting backlash for their insensitivity. Critics argue that such dark humor reflects a disconnect from the realities of war, while psychologists suggest it serves as a coping mechanism for Gen Z facing looming global threats. Need More Context? 🔎

Sean Lenworth Anthony Spence, sentenced to life for orchestrating the 2007 “execution style” murder of Jonathan Chambers over a drug deal, has been granted a hearing under Canada’s “faint hope clause” after serving over 15 years. While Spence did not pull the trigger, he was deemed the mastermind behind the kidnapping and murder, and if released, he faces deportation to Jamaica. Need More Context? 🔎

The BBC's Wyre Davies reported on an Iranian missile attack that struck a residential building in Beersheba, Israel, resulting in at least four fatalities, three of whom were inside a "safe room." Search and rescue teams are on-site as updates continue to emerge regarding the incident. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In Israel, a bad missile hit a building where people were trying to stay safe, and sadly, some people got hurt. Want...

In response to the attempted mass shooting at CrossPointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, security expert Ken Alexandrow emphasizes the importance of creating a "first impressions ministry" to deter potential threats. His strategies include fostering vigilance among church members, utilizing observation techniques, and implementing training for safety ministries, which contributed to the quick neutralization of the armed gunman by church security. Need More Context? 🔎

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Legal disputes between homeowners and landed property builders have fallen by around 10 per cent since BuildTrust, a government-backed quality assessment scheme, was launched in April last year, according to the Micro Builders Association Singapore (MBAS).The scheme sets construction standards for areas including floors,...