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Skin diseases spread in Gaza tent camps as sanitation crisis worsens
As Israel’s war against Hamas continues in Gaza, the humanitarian crisis among Palestinians is growing more dire. Not only are many Palestinians facing a food shortage, but on Tuesday, July 30, doctors reported that skin diseases are rampant in Gaza’s tent camps, mostly among children. The World Health Organization (WHO) said that more than 103,000… -
Turkey’s government wants to cull millions of stray dogs despite protests
Lawmakers in Turkey passed legislation on Tuesday, July 30, that would allow the government to round up millions of stray dogs across the country. However, the legislation is facing backlash from animal rights activists, who have dubbed the bill a “Massacre Law.” Despite protests by animal rights activists inside and around the Turkish parliament, lawmakers… -
How a new bill will make American flags a little more American-made
U.S. members of Congress recently passed the All-American Flag Act, which will require every American flag purchased by the United States federal government to be manufactured in the United States and use only American-made materials. On Monday, July 29, the sponsors of the bill, Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio said that… -
Israeli soldiers told to blow up Rafah water reservoir in possible war crime
An investigation announced on Monday, July 29, is underway into whether Israeli forces who blew up the main drinking water reservoir in Rafah in southern Gaza committed a war crime on July 26. A soldier reportedly posted a video on social media that showed the explosion with the caption: “The destruction of Tel Sultan’s water… -
NY bans graphic active shooter drills as parents say they’re traumatizing students
New York, which is home to the United States’ largest school district, is banning the use of realistic active shooter drills in all schools in the state. The New York State Board of Regents approved the change on Thursday, July 11. The new rules will begin this school year and the board unanimously approved them.… -
19th century shipwreck leads to a champagne and mineral water treasure
A group of Polish divers announced on Thursday, July 25, that they had discovered champagne bottles within the wreckage of a 19th century ship off of the coast of Sweden in the Baltic Sea. The group of technical divers, who are part of the group BalticTech said they estimate the ship’s wreckage contains more than… -
VP Harris warns Netanyahu she will ‘not be silent’ over plight of Gaza
Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, July 26, and reportedly told him that she will “not be silent” over suffering in Gaza while also emphasizing Israel’s “right to defend itself.” Netanyahu was in Washington to address a joint session of U.S. Congress and to meet with the White… -
One thing Americans overwhelmingly agree on is Biden’s call to drop out: Poll
With the upcoming 2024 presidential election, it may seem like divisions have gotten worse amongst Americans. However, while there may be a lot they don’t agree on, one recent political decision is garnering widespread support. A new poll from The New York Times/Siena College on Thursday, July 25, revealed that 87% of registered voters agree… -
A convicted child rapist is competing in Paris Games, many want to know why
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is facing scrutiny ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris over one particular athlete’s inclusion. Steven van de Velde is set to represent the Netherlands in beach volleyball in the Olympics, which start on Friday, July 26. Van de Velde is also a convicted sex offender, and reportedly still… -
Israeli forces find bodies of 5 hostages in Gaza as fight turns toward Hezbollah
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Thursday, July 25, that they have recovered the bodies of five Israeli hostages taken captive during the Oct. 7 terrorist attack in Israel by Hamas. The IDF identified the victims as a kindergarten teacher and four soldiers. The recovery of the hostages’ bodies comes nine months into Israel’s war… -
Why some school districts won’t comply with Oklahoma’s Bible mandate
Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters released guidelines on the state’s mandate that all schools teach the Bible on Wednesday, July 24. Walter’s memo included instructions on how to incorporate the Bible into classroom discussions and said that teachers will emphasize the Bible’s historical, literary and secular benefits. However, more than a handful of… -
Some NATO members turn to WWII tech as fears of Russian invasion grow
Latvia, a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member, has started installing “dragon’s teeth,” which are anti-tank concrete pyramids, along its border with Russia. This is part of an effort to defend the country as tensions rise with Moscow over the war in Ukraine. A video circulating social media on Wednesday, July 24, appears to show… -
How a fake protester encampment spurred actual protesters to show up
A film set created to look like a protester encampment at New York’s Queens College prompted actual protesters to show up on Tuesday, July 23. The mock encampment had been set up by CBS’ “FBI: Most Wanted” and was being filmed as part of an episode for the show’s sixth season, which featured a climate…
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