January 7, 2025
Update: 2025-01-07
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UN 'deeply concerned' over babies freezing to death in Gaza
"The United Nations has raised alarms after a one-month-old baby in Gaza froze to death.
It is Gaza’s eighth such tragedy in less than three weeks amid Israel’s genocidal war.
UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric condemned the preventable deaths and urged for the protection of civilians and the delivery of humanitarian aid.
Over the weekend, 37 UN-led missions faced hurdles, with only 12 completed and 15 denied outright."
Strong earthquake kills dozens in Tibet
"A powerful earthquake struck the Tibet region of China near the Nepalese border, killing at least fifty-three-people, wounding sixty-two and causing significant damage.
The quake, reported at magnitude 7.1 by the US Geological Survey, was felt in Nepal and parts of India.
Local authorities are assessing the damage and providing assistance to affected areas."
US transfers 11 Yemeni Guantanamo detainees to Oman
"The United States has transferred 11 Yemeni detainees from the Guantanamo Bay detention center to Oman, reducing the prison population to 15.
The Pentagon stated that all detainees were deemed eligible for transfer following a thorough review process.
It marks a significant step towards the US government's goal of closing the infamous US prison in Guantanamo."
Canada's Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader, prime minister
"Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his plan to step down, staying on until the Liberal Party selects a new leader.
Trudeau, in power since 2015, cited “internal battles” and a loss of support as reasons for his decision.
The party’s leadership race will coincide with Parliament's suspension until March 24, postponed from January 27.
Trudeau’s announcement follows a period of political unrest, including the finance minister's abrupt resignation last year."
Elon Musk under fire from European leaders for meddling in politics
"European leaders are increasingly critical of Elon Musk's political interventions.
French President Macron accused Musk of ""directly intervening in elections,"
while German Chancellor Scholz condemned his ""erratic"" comments.
In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer slammed Musk for spreading ""lies and misinformation"" regarding a historical child sex abuse scandal.
Musk responded with harsh accusations against Starmer.
Musk announced his support for the far-right AfD in Germany and Brexit cheerleader Nigel Farage's Reform party."
"The United Nations has raised alarms after a one-month-old baby in Gaza froze to death.
It is Gaza’s eighth such tragedy in less than three weeks amid Israel’s genocidal war.
UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric condemned the preventable deaths and urged for the protection of civilians and the delivery of humanitarian aid.
Over the weekend, 37 UN-led missions faced hurdles, with only 12 completed and 15 denied outright."
Strong earthquake kills dozens in Tibet
"A powerful earthquake struck the Tibet region of China near the Nepalese border, killing at least fifty-three-people, wounding sixty-two and causing significant damage.
The quake, reported at magnitude 7.1 by the US Geological Survey, was felt in Nepal and parts of India.
Local authorities are assessing the damage and providing assistance to affected areas."
US transfers 11 Yemeni Guantanamo detainees to Oman
"The United States has transferred 11 Yemeni detainees from the Guantanamo Bay detention center to Oman, reducing the prison population to 15.
The Pentagon stated that all detainees were deemed eligible for transfer following a thorough review process.
It marks a significant step towards the US government's goal of closing the infamous US prison in Guantanamo."
Canada's Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader, prime minister
"Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his plan to step down, staying on until the Liberal Party selects a new leader.
Trudeau, in power since 2015, cited “internal battles” and a loss of support as reasons for his decision.
The party’s leadership race will coincide with Parliament's suspension until March 24, postponed from January 27.
Trudeau’s announcement follows a period of political unrest, including the finance minister's abrupt resignation last year."
Elon Musk under fire from European leaders for meddling in politics
"European leaders are increasingly critical of Elon Musk's political interventions.
French President Macron accused Musk of ""directly intervening in elections,"
while German Chancellor Scholz condemned his ""erratic"" comments.
In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer slammed Musk for spreading ""lies and misinformation"" regarding a historical child sex abuse scandal.
Musk responded with harsh accusations against Starmer.
Musk announced his support for the far-right AfD in Germany and Brexit cheerleader Nigel Farage's Reform party."
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