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‘This is jihad’: Dentist arrested for social media posts praising Hamas, supporting terror
Police began their investigation after the suspect made a post on social media featuring the slogan “This is jihad – victory or martyrdom.” A dentist from east Jerusalem was arrested on Thursday for social media posts praising Hamas and inciting violence, Israel Police announced. Police began their investigation after the suspect made a post on…
Read MoreTories would ban under-16s from social media
The Conservatives say they would ban under-16s from accessing social media platforms if they were in power, promising to follow the example of Australia, which was the first country to introduce the policy. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch said if her party was in government, smartphones would also be banned in schools. It has been a…
Read MoreFire breaks out in Ramat Beit Shemesh apt., no injuries reported
Firefighters responded to reports of a fire originating in an electrical cabinet and were informed that smoke was rising toward the building’s upper floors. A fire broke out in a basement-level apartment of an eight-story building in Ramat Beit Shemesh on Saturday night, according to the Israel Fire and Rescue Authority. Firefighters responded to reports…
Read MoreThe Stunning Vintage Vase You Should Always Buy At The Thrift Store (If You Spot It)
When you are strolling through thrift stores, some items will always catch your eye. They may have a unique shape, beautiful colors or designs, or there’s just something old about them that makes them intriguing. Cloisonné vases, along with other pieces in this style, have a striking look that draws the eye when spotted on a…
Read MoreAerial photos reveal China’s ‘carpet-like’ project blanketing vast desert: ‘Sandy and mostly devoid of life’
A massive solar panel array in China is expected to crack 7,000 megawatts of power generation in 2026, according to EnergiesMedia. The Three Gorges Kubuqi Solar Park has been under construction since 2022, blanketing an Inner Mongolian desert in panels. It already has over five gigawatts of capacity installed. “Sandy and mostly devoid of life,…
Read MoreTourists May Get Weird Looks For Wearing This Clothing In Germany Outside Of Festivities
Traveling to new places often comes with a few surprises, especially in terms of cultural differences. Sometimes, differentiating between visitors and locals comes down to the manner of dressing. In Europe, clothing isn’t always just a matter of fashion, as some specific garments are rooted in culture and tradition. Something as simple as putting on…
Read MoreProtester climbs on to balcony of Iranian embassy in London
A protester has climbed on to the balcony of the Iranian embassy in west London as hundreds gathered outside the building, waving flags and shouting anti-government slogans. The Metropolitan Police said two arrests had been made at the protest and that officers were also seeking another individual for trespass. Anti-government protests erupted in Iran on…
Read MoreBritish Columbia’s Secret Lakeside Town With Hot Springs Is ‘An Oasis Of Arts, Culture And Relaxation’
Perched on the edge of Upper Arrow Lake between the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges is a quiet town known for its vibrant art community and access to natural hot springs. This small town of just over 1,500 residents is known as “an oasis of arts, culture, and relaxation,” where visitors can enjoy the best that the West Kootenays…
Read MoreEU chief urges Iran to free imprisoned protesters, lift internet ban
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday called for the release of all imprisoned protesters in Iran and for full restoration of internet access in the country. “Tehran’s streets, and cities around the world, echo with the footsteps of Iranian women and men demanding freedom. Freedom to speak, to gather, to travel and…
Read MoreMajor railway disruptions persist as Germany braces for more snow
Some railway services in Germany resumed on Saturday after Storm Elli had brought the north of the country to a standstill, but major restrictions remained as meteorologists warned of more snow set to come down over the weekend. Long-distance rail services, which were suspended in northern Germany on Friday amid heavy snowfall, are set to…
Read MoreHeat Wave Fuels Massive Wildfire In Australia
A state of disaster was declared in Victoria, Australia, early Saturday morning. As a heat wave fuels wildfires north of Melbourne, Premier Jacinta Allan delivered the declaration in the face of what she described as an emergency of extraordinary scale and danger. “Taking this step is about one thing: protecting Victorian lives,” Allan wrote in…
Read MoreUAE-backed Yemeni Southern Transitional Council denies disbandment rumors
The Southern Transitional Council denied that it was disbanding on Saturday, contradicting a statement by one of its members that the group had decided to dissolve itself. Yemen’s main separatist group, the Southern Transitional Council, denied that it was disbanding on Saturday, contradicting a statement by one of its members that the group had decided…
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