A UN review of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has found that it has robust frameworks for ensuring compliance with humanitarian neutrality principles. However, issues persist, including staff expressing political views, problematic textbooks, and politicized staff unions. Israel has yet to provide supporting evidence for its claims that a significant number of UNRWA staff are members of terrorist organizations. The report has prompted some donors to review their funding freezes.
In a historic trial, former US President Donald Trump is accused of fraud and corruption during the 2016 election, including making ‘hush money’ payments to an adult film actor. Prosecutors allege Trump falsified business records to conceal the payments, while the defense maintains Trump’s innocence and claims the prosecution lacks evidence.
Bel Ponciano, a fitness influencer with 100,000 Instagram followers, dropped over £1,500 in cash from a helicopter flying over a beach in Brazil. The generous influencer tossed banknotes ranging from £3.10 to £15.50 to the cheering crowd below. Ponciano posted the video on Instagram, writing: “Never give up on your dreams! Only God can stop you, nobody else! Next time, it will be from a rocket.” The clip is going viral, with nearly 50,000 views and hundreds of comments.
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will embark on a five-day personal visit to China on Monday to receive medical attention, marking his first foreign tour since returning from a four-year self-imposed exile in the UK in October 2023.
Following Iran’s attack, Israel carried out a strike on targets in Iran, reminiscent of the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo during World War II. However, the question remains whether this action will escalate the conflict or serve as a deterrent. While some advocate for a preemptive strike against Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, experts warn of the catastrophic consequences, including the potential use of nuclear weapons and the geopolitical implications for the region.
According to Ukraine’s head of military intelligence, the situation on the front lines will worsen in the coming weeks. Despite Russian advancements and an anticipated increase in offensive operations, Ukraine remains resilient and is expecting improved ammunition supplies from the United States.
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a baby girl named Sabreen Jouda was born after her mother was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Rafah, Gaza. Sabreen’s mother, Sabreen al-Sakani, was 30 weeks pregnant when she was killed. Emergency responders performed an emergency cesarean section at the hospital where the bodies were taken, saving Sabreen’s life. Sabreen is now in the neonatal intensive care unit at the Emirati hospital, where she is fighting to survive. At least two-thirds of the more than 34,000 Palestinians killed in Gaza since the war began have been children and women.
Melinda French, the former wife of Bill Gates, has sparked engagement rumors after being seen wearing a diamond ring in New York City. However, her spokesperson has denied the claims, stating that she is not engaged and is no longer dating Jon Du Pre.
Michael Avery, a 45-year-old construction worker and Manchester United fan, has admitted to making vile gestures and engaging in ‘tragedy chanting’ during a match against Liverpool at Old Trafford in March. His actions, which referenced the Hillsborough and Heysel stadium disasters, caused widespread upset and went viral on the internet. Avery expressed deep shame and remorse during his court appearance, and received a three-year football banning order and an £800 fine.
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer has expressed his surprise at Jason Wilcox’s appointment as Manchester United’s technical director. Shearer and Wilcox were teammates prior to the latter’s move to St James’ Park, and Shearer never expected Wilcox to ascend to such a senior position at Old Trafford.
