The Israeli army has recovered the bodies of three more hostages from Gaza
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s army announced that the bodies of three hostages killed on October 7 were recovered overnight from Gaza. This news comes as the top United Nations court is set to rule on whether Israel should cease its military operations and withdraw from the enclave. The bodies of Hanan Yablonka, Michel Nisenbaum, and Orion Hernandez were found, and their families have been informed. The army stated that they were killed on the day of the attack at the Mefalsim intersection and their bodies were taken to Gaza. This announcement follows the recent discovery of three other Israeli hostages’ bodies who were killed on October 7.
Trump remains silent amid hush money trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Despite his reputation for being combative, Donald Trump has remained silent in a courtroom in lower Manhattan, where he faces insults and accusations. During the trial, Trump has been seen sitting quietly for prolonged periods, with his eyes closed, leading some observers to believe he was asleep. This composed demeanor is seen as a strategy to avoid potential backlash from behaving aggressively, as warned by his legal advisors.
UN court to rule on halting Israeli offensive in Gaza
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The top United Nations court is expected to rule on South Africa’s urgent plea to order Israel to stop its military operations in Gaza and withdraw from the area. While compliance with such an order is unlikely, it would increase pressure on Israel, which is facing mounting criticism for its actions in Gaza, even from its ally, the United States. Additionally, three European countries have announced their intention to recognize a Palestinian state, further complicating the situation for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Biden introduces new environmental regulations ahead of election
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has issued a series of new regulations related to the environment as part of his effort to establish a lasting legacy. Among these regulations is a groundbreaking rule that requires coal-fired power plants to capture emissions or cease operations. These rules, led by the Environmental Protection Agency, cover various areas such as education, transportation, and labor, and are being implemented rapidly to prevent potential reversals by a future Congress.
Hunter Biden’s legal team prepares for upcoming gun trial
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Hunter Biden’s attorneys are gearing up for a final hearing before his upcoming trial on federal firearms charges in Delaware. The trial coincides with his father’s reelection campaign, with Hunter facing charges related to alleged false statements about his drug use when purchasing a gun. Despite acknowledging substance abuse issues, his defense maintains that the case is politically motivated and argues over the authenticity of evidence, including data from a disputed laptop.
Deadly fires in Vietnam and India claim many lives
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — A fire in an apartment building in Vietnam’s capital has resulted in 14 fatalities and 6 injuries. Firefighters faced challenges accessing the site due to the narrow alley where the building was located. In India, an explosion at a chemical factory in Thane district claimed at least nine lives and injured 64 others. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, with officials attributing it to the use of highly reactive chemicals at the factory.
Landslide in Papua New Guinea causes significant loss of life
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Reports from Australian media suggest that over 100 people are feared dead after a landslide buried a village in remote Papua New Guinea. The incident occurred in Kaokalam village in the early hours, with the death toll estimated to be above 100 by residents. Prime Minister James Marape has assured that authorities are responding to the situation and will provide updates on the extent of the destruction and loss of life.
King Charles III limits public engagements during election campaign
LONDON (AP) — In preparation for the upcoming parliamentary election called by U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on July 4, Buckingham Palace announced that all members of the royal family, including King Charles III, will reduce public appearances to avoid diverting attention from the campaign. This decision aims to uphold the constitutional prohibition against royal interference in politics while allowing the monarch to fulfill his role as a unifying figure during the election period.
College athlete revenue-sharing raises questions about Title IX
As college sports move towards introducing a system for athletes to receive payments, concerns have arisen related to Title IX, the federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in federally funded schools. Schools will need to address equity issues under Title IX if they decide to direct substantial payments to their athletes, potentially affecting the distribution of funding among different sports programs.
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