Biden commutes 37 federal death row sentences. And, a push to understand long COVID

In a groundbreaking surgery in 1985, twins Holly and Carly were separated by a team of 26 clinicians, led by surgeons Lewis Spitz and Edward Kiely at Great Ormond Street Hospital. While Carly tragically passed away, Holly underwent numerous operations and maintained contact with Professor Spitz over the years. Now living in Texas, Holly Queiroz reunited with Professor Spitz and Mr Kiely via video call ahead of her 40th birthday, marking a heartwarming moment after...

Nearly a year after marking its 75th anniversary, Nato faces uncertainty as US President Trump criticizes member contributions and aligns with Putin, raising doubts about the alliance's future. The Ukraine war has intensified calls to include Ukraine in Nato, potentially leading to conflict with Russia. This shift in US policy has prompted Europe to consider strengthening its own defense capabilities, posing a threat to Nato's existence. Full Article

Israeli troops recently tore down a shed belonging to a Palestinian family in al-Tuwaneh, West Bank, as part of ongoing destruction targeting hamlets in the area. The documentary "No Other Land," which won an Oscar, depicts the struggles of the community and was celebrated by residents. The film, co-directed by Basel Adra and Yuval Abraham, highlights the destruction in Masafer Yatta and has won international awards. The area has faced threats and pressure since the...

A teenage boy has been charged with murder in the stabbing death of a victim on a First Nation in Manitoba. The incident occurred on the reserve, and the accused has been taken into custody. The investigation is ongoing, and further details have not been released at this time. Full Article

President Macron of France proposed a one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on air, sea, and energy infrastructure but not ground fighting, to test Russia's willingness for peace negotiations. The idea has faced mixed reactions from European leaders, with some highlighting challenges like measuring violations and giving Russia time to regroup. Ukrainian President Zelensky is aware of the plan, but there is uncertainty on Russian willingness to agree, as negotiations are still ongoing amidst...

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr expressed his commitment to defending American technology companies against what he views as excessive European regulation at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. He criticized the EU's Digital Services Act for being incompatible with American values and perceived as hindering free speech online. Carr called for a return to a "level and fair playing field" for tech companies, urging them to stop the censorship seen in recent years. Full...