Mike Johnson, the Speaker of the US House of Representatives, visited the illegal Israeli settlement of Ariel in the occupied West Bank, leading to condemnation from the Palestinian Foreign Ministry as a violation of international law. Johnson’s trip, amidst rising violence against Palestinians and contradicting US policy, reflects a theological support for Israel, with Johnson stating the West Bank is “the rightful property of the Jewish People.”
The New Zealand wine industry is set to face significant challenges due to US President Donald Trump's recent decision to increase tariffs on exports from New Zealand to 15%, impacting the sector worth approximately $750 million annually. NZ Winegrowers' advocacy general manager, Sarah Wilson, expressed concerns about the substantial adverse effects this will have on local wine growers. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreTommy Robinson, an anti-Muslim activist, was arrested by British Transport Police at Luton Airport after arriving from Portugal, on suspicion of assault related to a serious incident at St Pancras station last month.Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is facing questioning in custody for grievous bodily harm following an alleged attack that left another man hospitalized, and he has a history of public order offenses. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Trump administration announced it may withhold approximately $1.9 billion in disaster preparedness funding from states and cities that endorse boycotts against Israel or Israeli businesses. FEMA's grant conditions stipulate that applicants must not support any actions that limit commercial relations with Israeli entities, as detailed in the terms for the 2025 fiscal year. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Texas state House faces a redistricting standoff as over 50 Democrats flee the state to deny Republicans a quorum for legislation, prompting civil arrest warrants for those absent. Meanwhile, the White House searches for a new Bureau of Labor Statistics chief following President Trump's dismissal of Erika McEntarfer, with potential candidates under consideration amid concerns over employment data integrity. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreAs of Friday, Alberta has reported 1,656 measles cases, the second highest in Canada, trailing Ontario's 2,353 cases, raising concerns that Canada may lose its measles elimination status by October. Experts emphasize the need for improved vaccination coverage and preventive measures, noting that recent immunization efforts in Alberta have resulted in over 92,000 vaccinations since March. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreAshley Whitehouse, 42, dubbed Britain’s ‘dopiest burglar,’ was caught after staring into a Ring doorbell camera and leaving his mobile phone at the scene during a failed burglary in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. After being chased from the property by the homeowners, he was arrested two hours later and assaulted an officer, ultimately receiving a sentence of two years and 11 months in prison. Want More Context? 🔎
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