Bowen: Long-overdue ceasefire may stop the killing but won’t end the conflict
The truce should get Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners home, but the conflict remains as bitter as ever.
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Here’s what we know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
After more than a year of talks, a deal that would halt Israel’s bombardment of Gaza and return Israeli hostages home has been reached.
Negotiators Reach Cease-Fire and Hostage Deal for Gaza
The agreement, which must still be approved by the Israeli cabinet, incited joy in the Gaza Strip and Israel, even as some feared that it could fall apart.
Accused Queensland torturer allegedly poisoned one-year-old and posted videos seeking donations
Police allege woman, 34, filmed girl in ‘immense distress’ and used videos to ‘entice monetary donations and online followers’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A 34-year-old Queensland woman has been arrested and charged after allegedly poisoning a one-year-old girl and…
Trump’s threat to place conditions on fire aid outrages Democrats – The Washington Post
Trump’s threat to place conditions on fire aid outrages Democrats The Washington Post GOP to California: Build back better POLITICO Rep. Kevin Kiley on LA disaster aid: ‘I don’t think the word ‘conditions’ is especially helpful’ KCRA Sacramento Mike Johnson suggests federal aid for California could come with conditions attached CNN Disaster relief for the California wildfires should not…
Wet, late and frustrated, Sydney commuters say they are ‘turning against’ the unions
Storms and industrial action cause more delays on Australia’s busiest train system on Thursday Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Despite being late for work, having navigated torrential rain and long train delays, Kate* made time to send a message to…
British Man Freed From Prison Over Video Misidentification
Ademola Adedeji was ensnared in a murder conspiracy case with no murder victim. Prosecutors labeled him a gang member and won a conviction and eight-year sentence.
Bank of Korea leaves rates unchanged at 3% in a surprise move
This is the lowest the BOK’s rate has been since August 2022.
What to Know About the Gaza Cease-Fire
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a cease-fire deal. For Palestinians, the agreement provides a respite from a devastating Israeli military campaign that has killed more than 45,000 people in Gaza. For Israelis, it could allow for the release of at least a third of the hostages captured by Hamas. But the ambiguity of the…
Joe Biden warns ‘oligarchy is taking shape in America’ in farewell address
President sounds alarm about growing power of ultra-wealth before handing presidency back to Trump Joe Biden delivered his final address as US president from behind the Resolute desk on Wednesday evening, sounding the alarm about the growing power of the US’s ultra-wealthy and warning that an emerging oligarchy threatens the foundations of US democracy. The…