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Iranian father searches morgue for son killed in crackdown
Iranian opposition channel Manoto has released a documentary titled This Is Our Story, which compiles footage of a major security force crackdown on protesters in Iran that occurred between 28 December and 9 January. Medical personnel on the ground estimated that over 30,000 people were killed during this period, with the Iranian regime shutting down…
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Chris Gallant rejects political attacks over past BDSM modelling photos
Chris Gallant, a Democratic congressional candidate in New York’s first district, attracted attention after photographs emerged from an earlier modelling shoot for a BDSM retailer. The images threatened to become a conventional political scandal, but Gallant acknowledged them, rejected attempts to shame him and argued that his private life was irrelevant to his qualifications and…
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Israeli Americans Protest ‘NAZA’ by Screening October 7 Footage Outside New York Premiere: ‘Compassion For Palestinian Civilians Doesn’t Require Us to Erase October 7’
The Israeli-American Council organised a protest outside the New York Film Festival premiere of the documentary “NAZA” on Saturday, arguing that the film presents a one-sided narrative about Israel’s actions in Gaza whilst omitting context about the October 7 attack. The film, which won a special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival, depicts Israel’s…
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Gavin Bazunu withdraws from Republic of Ireland fixture against Israel
The Republic of Ireland will play Israel in Hungary after the squad voted by a significant majority to proceed, despite pressure to boycott the fixture over Israel’s military actions in Gaza. Bolton goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew in protest, saying he could not participate while innocent people were being killed. Ireland will wear black armbands and…
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Ireland players to wear black armbands for Israel Nations League fixture
Republic of Ireland players will play Israel in their Nations League fixture in Hungary after a squad vote produced a significant majority in favour of participation. They plan to wear black armbands honouring all lives lost in the Gaza conflict, while goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu withdrew in protest, saying taking part would conflict with his principles.…
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Sharmeena Begum reportedly arrested in Syria over alleged Berlin attack links
Sharmeena Begum, a British woman accused of recruiting Shamima Begum into ISIS, has reportedly been arrested in Syria after allegedly exchanging messages with Abdul Ballout, linked to a deadly Berlin Pride attack. German investigators reportedly passed her details to Western intelligence agencies, which traced her to Syria; her father said he had believed she was…
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UN rights office expands database of firms linked to settlements
The UN human rights office has added 61 companies to its database of businesses allegedly linked to Israeli settlements and violations of Palestinian rights in the occupied West Bank. The update brings the total to 214 firms and is intended to pressure companies to assess and end potential involvement, although the UN has no power…
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Republic of Ireland news conference delayed before controversial Israel game
The Republic of Ireland postponed their pre-match news conference and training session before Sunday’s Nations League match against Israel in Hungary. The delay has intensified uncertainty around a fixture facing boycott calls because of the Israel-Gaza war, with reports that at least one Irish player may want to withdraw. The conference was originally scheduled for…
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City breaches scandal; Meta loses privacy case; Manhattan protests intensify
Manchester City has been found guilty of financial fair play breaches, whilst Meta suffered a legal defeat in New Mexico. A coordinated protest took place in Manhattan.
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Trump rejects Iran ceasefire as US strikes may resume after midterms
President Donald Trump rejected a proposed seven-day ceasefire with Iran and indicated that US strikes could resume after November’s midterm elections. The decision, alongside his threat to “annihilate” Iran if no agreement is reached, suggests a continuing military confrontation with potential consequences for regional stability and global energy markets. The proposal reportedly required Iran to…