Over 550 retired Israeli security officials, including ex-Mossad and Shin Bet chiefs, have urged US President Trump to pressure Netanyahu to end the Gaza war and secure hostage release, asserting Hamas no longer poses a strategic threat. They advocate for a deal, supported by a regional coalition, to administer post-war Gaza.
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A Coldplay concert's kiss-cam incident involving two company executives has sparked debate in the UAE regarding infidelity and its legal ramifications. UAE law strictly defines adultery as physical intimacy, requiring concrete evidence and a private complaint for prosecution. Emotional or digital infidelity, while socially unacceptable, doesn't meet the legal threshold for adultery.
A Hindu housewarming ceremony in Texas took an unexpected turn when the Bedford fire department arrived, mistaking the traditional havan for a fire emergency. Viral footage shows firefighters inspecting the scene as the family performed the ritual.
Donald Trump asserted that late-night hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jimmy Fallon lack talent and predicted their shows' cancellation. Trump referenced Colbert's program termination, attributing it to a lack of talent and anticipating similar fates for Fallon and Kimmel. He also commented on Howard Stern's declining influence after Stern supported Hillary Clinton.
A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggered widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific in July 2025. Coastal regions from Japan and Hawaii to Chile and Southeast Asia faced evacuations and alerts as waves reached shores. The event underscores the critical importance of tsunami preparedness, monitoring systems, and immediate response protocols to save lives.
Jumilla, a town in Spain, has banned Muslims from using public spaces for Eid celebrations. The conservative People’s Party approved the ban, opposed by left-wing groups. Vox party supported the ban. Islamic organisations express fear and call the ban discriminatory. Opposition leaders raise constitutional concerns. Jumilla was under Arab rule for centuries before Christian forces seized it.
Overnight Russian attacks on Kyiv, utilizing missiles and drones, resulted in at least eight fatalities, including a young boy, and 82 injuries, among them ten children. A residential building suffered significant damage, trapping residents. Simultaneously, Russia claims control of Chasiv Yar, a strategic city in Donetsk, a claim Ukraine disputes.
Kuwait implements new rules for vehicle colour changes. Motorists need permission before repainting their cars. Approved workshops must handle the job. A final inspection updates the registration. Violators face fines up to 500 Kuwaiti Dinars. The rules align with international standards. They also prevent illegal modifications. These measures enhance road safety governance in Kuwait.
Steve Bannon called for a complete purge of international students and H-1B visa holders, arguing they displace American students and drain talent from other countries. His remarks come amid tech layoffs, with companies claiming AI is the primary driver, though skepticism remains due to continued H-1B approvals. The US labor market shows signs of deterioration, further fueling the debate.
White House trade advisor Peter Navarro suggests Donald Trump deserves a Nobel Prize in economics for fundamentally restructuring global trade through aggressive tariff policies and prioritizing American economic interests. Navarro highlights trade deals with countries like the UK, Japan, and the EU, along with ongoing talks with China, as evidence of Trump's success.