Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar on Monday decried a "sad moment for cinema" after an Oscar win for "No Other Land", a documentary about Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank. Israel has occupied the West Bank since 1967.
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President-elect Donald Trump criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for the wildfires in California and demanded his resignation. Trump blamed Newsom for the destruction, citing issues with water management and political decisions. In response, Newsom dismissed Trump's comments and emphasized the importance of focusing on saving lives and battling the fires.
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Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away at age 100. He was remembered for his integrity, humanitarian efforts, and personal kindness, such as greeting every passenger on his Delta flights. Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 and was deeply involved with Habitat for Humanity. His legacy endures through The Carter Center.
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US attorney general Pam Bondi asserted that the Trump administration is committed to revealing those involved in Jeffrey Epstein's case. Bondi emphasized the importance of transparency, particularly concerning individuals with no legal grounds for anonymity, highlighting the significant issue of human trafficking in the US.
Kat Timpf revealed she was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer just hours before giving birth to her first child. Timpf expressed gratitude for detecting the cancer early and the support from colleagues, as she navigates new motherhood and treatment concurrently.
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Indian-origin Kash Patel was confirmed as the new FBI director by the US Senate. Patel, a former federal prosecutor, is the first Hindu and Indian American to lead the FBI. He emphasized restoring trust in the FBI and taking a firm stance against America's adversaries.