Author: News Desk

A key meeting is set to address the future of a trilateral agreement, with participating countries evaluating options for a formal 16-year extension or the continuation of annual reviews. The outcome will shape the agreement’s long-term trajectory.

Israeli attacks in Gaza and the occupied West Bank have resulted in the deaths of two Palestinians, including a 12-year-old child in al-Mawasi, during a drone strike. This occurred amid reports of ongoing violations of a ceasefire, with over 73,000 Palestinians killed since October 2023.

Zepbound is now the sole GLP-1 drug in Canada approved for treating obstructive sleep apnoea, a disorder characterised by temporary breathing cessation due to upper airway blockage. This approval marks a significant development for patients managing the condition.

Police in South Yorkshire have defended the use of Tasers on a group of teenage girls in Rawmarsh, stating it was ‘proportionate, necessary and justified’. Footage showed officers responding to a reported fight, leading to some girls being restrained as tensions escalated.

New monitoring hubs will oversee up to 420 high-risk individuals, providing access to essential services including housing, mental health support, and addiction treatment. The initiative aims to enhance community safety while addressing diverse needs of vulnerable populations.

Alibaba has initiated legal action against the US Department of Defense for designating the company as a “Chinese military company.” The lawsuit, filed in San Jose, contests this classification, asserting that it lacks factual and legal basis. Alibaba maintains it operates independently, focused on retail and logistics, not military activities.

The Saskatoon Police Service has identified the missing jet-skier from the South Saskatchewan River Weir as a 32-year-old man visiting from Mexico. Search efforts continue as authorities gather additional information regarding the circumstances surrounding the individual’s disappearance.

Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale announced a halt to plans for a US-run Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia airbase, following a court order amid public opposition. Protests have erupted over concerns the facility could jeopardise the nation’s health system, despite no recorded Ebola cases in Kenya.

Environment Canada reported 104 millimetres of rainfall in the city over three days, with additional rain anticipated later this week. Authorities are monitoring conditions as the potential for further precipitation raises concerns about local flooding.

Racheal Rogers gained attention after removing towels from multiple sun loungers at the Mediterranean Palace hotel in Tenerife, aimed at curbing what she termed ‘pool hogging’. The clip, set to music, showed her actions and garnered a mix of reactions on social media.