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The leader of an anti Hamas militia allegedly supported, equipped and trained by Israeli forces has been killed in Gaza, according to BBC sources familiar with the situation. The militia chief, who operated from within the enclave while covertly collaborating with Israel, was reportedly targeted during a strike in central Gaza. According to local reporters inside the territory, the attack occurred as the militia commander was travelling in a civilian vehicle through a densely populated district. Residents described hearing a sudden blast followed by thick smoke rising between residential buildings. Eyewitness accounts reported by CNN noted that emergency responders struggled to reach the scene due to ongoing clashes nearby. According to BBC’s regional analysis, the militia had been quietly cooperating with Israel for several years, providing intelligence on Hamas infrastructure, tunnel systems and troop movements. The slain leader was considered a key intermediary who facilitated com...

Anne Flower, a 36-year-old emergency room physician, is gaining global attention not only for her lifesaving work in chaotic hospital corridors but also for her extraordinary accomplishments far from the bedside. Often referring to herself as the “Batman of medicine,” Flower embraces the duality of her career as both a frontline doctor and a world-record-breaking ultramarathon athlete — a combination that, according to colleagues, places her in a rare class of modern-day multitasking heroes. Flower’s demanding life inside the emergency department is fueled by rapid decisions, unpredictable trauma cases and intense pressure. Yet her second world — the one that unfolds on rugged trails, remote deserts and mountainous terrains — is equally unforgiving. She has become known internationally for setting ultramarathon records, reported by athletic observers as some of the most impressive endurance performances by any woman of her generation. Her achievements include conquering extreme dista...

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a fresh and uncompromising ultimatum to Kyiv, declaring that Ukrainian forces must withdraw from the embattled Donbas region or risk having the territory fully seized by Russian troops. The warning, delivered during a televised address in Moscow, marks one of the clearest indications yet that the Kremlin intends to push ahead with its military objectives despite mounting international pressure. According to statements released by the Russian government, Putin insisted that the “only viable path to peace” would be the complete withdrawal of Ukrainian units from Donetsk and Luhansk. He argued that the regions, which Moscow claims to have annexed, hold “historic and strategic significance” for Russia. Putin further asserted that his government would “not hesitate to take decisive action” should Kyiv refuse to comply, reported by state media outlets that aired the speech nationwide. Ukrainian officials quickly condemned the remarks, describing...

Police in a Canadian city have issued an unusual seasonal reminder after receiving multiple calls from residents concerned about a neighbour displaying anti-Santa Claus signs. While the messaging may appear unfriendly during the festive season, officers emphasised that such expressions, however “grinch-like,” do not violate any laws. According to local police reports, officers began receiving complaints earlier in the week from individuals who felt the signs were disrespectful, inappropriate, or disruptive to the community’s holiday spirit. Some callers even urged police to intervene, believing the materials constituted a form of public nuisance. But authorities stressed that personal opinions about Santa Claus — whether positive or negative — fall under protected expression. A spokesperson for the police department explained that displaying non-threatening signage on private property remains within an individual’s rights, noting that no criminal offence had been committed. The spok...

Nigeria’s escalating divorce rate is increasingly being linked to a surge in emotionally unprepared and hastily contracted marriages among young couples, according to leading marriage counsellors and emotional-wellbeing professionals who say the trend has reached an alarming level . In recent years, family courts across major Nigerian cities have recorded a steady increase in divorce filings, with many cases involving couples married for less than five years. Marriage therapists note that the problem is deeply rooted in a widespread rush into marriage driven by societal expectations, peer pressure, and the influence of social media. Expert analysis suggests that many young Nigerians now view marriage as a milestone to be achieved quickly rather than a lifelong commitment requiring maturity and emotional readiness. Speaking in Lagos, relationship therapist Grace Alade explained that the pressure to “settle down early” has created an unhealthy environment where individuals commit to...

A major rift has emerged within Europe’s cultural and political landscape as Ireland, Spain, and The Netherlands have jointly announced they will boycott next year’s Eurovision Song Contest following the decision to allow Israel to participate. The announcement, made early Wednesday, has triggered widespread debate across the continent and raised fresh questions about the contest’s ability to remain politically neutral in times of global tension. According to senior cultural officials in Dublin, the Irish government reached its decision after weeks of internal deliberations and consultations with advocacy groups concerned about Israel’s ongoing military operations. Ireland’s Ministry of Arts stated that proceeding with the event “as if conditions were normal” would contradict the country’s stance on human rights. The ministry added that public sentiment in Ireland had significantly shifted in recent months, prompting the government to act. Similarly, the Spanish Ministry of Foreign ...

A small Virginia community was left stunned after an unexpected intruder—a wild raccoon—broke into a local liquor store and proceeded to consume several varieties of alcohol before passing out in the bathroom. The bizarre incident, which unfolded earlier this week, has quickly become the talk of the town. According to staff members on duty, the raccoon slipped into the store early in the morning before business hours, likely entering through an unsecured vent at the back of the building. Store clerks explained that they discovered the animal only after noticing unusual noises coming from the aisles. One employee stated that they initially assumed a stray dog had wandered in, only to find “a raccoon wobbling between shelves like it owned the place,” according to eyewitness accounts from the scene. The intoxicated animal appeared to have sampled several open bottles, including rum, locally brewed moonshine, and a flavored peanut-butter whiskey. Staff believe the raccoon managed to kno...