Israeli prosecutors have charged a settler named Yinon Levy with reckless manslaughter after he shot and killed Palestinian activist Odeh Hathaleen in the occupied West Bank. This is the first time in nearly three years that an Israeli has been indicted for killing a Palestinian in that area.
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Yinon Levy was charged for the July 2025 shooting in Umm Al-Khair village in the West Bank.
Hathaleen was a Palestinian activist featured in the Oscar-winning documentary "No Other Land."
Levy also faces charges of armed trespassing and damaging property during a confrontation.
According to prosecutors, Levy fired at residents hitting Hathaleen, then fired a warning shot into the air.
The indictment follows a rise in settler violence after the October 2023 Hamas attack and subsequent Gaza war.
Palestinian human rights group B’Tselem said this indictment is a rare exception and criticized Israel for allowing violence by settlers.
Levy was previously sanctioned by the UK and the US for aggressive acts against Palestinians; US sanctions were lifted under President Donald Trump.
Hathaleen was a teacher and father of three, actively opposing settler violence in the West Bank.
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This weekly quiz covers recent events, including Iran nearing a deal with Oman about the Strait of Hormuz, a Cambridge professor resigning over plagiarism, and Princess Eugenie having a baby girl. It also asks questions about other news stories and cultural topics from the past week.
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Iran is close to finalizing an agreement with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, an important waterway for global oil shipping.
A Cambridge University professor resigned after being involved in a plagiarism controversy.
Princess Eugenie recently gave birth to a baby girl.
The quiz includes questions about various news events from the last week.
Ed Sheeran was mentioned in relation to a trouble with the UK's Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) over a classic car.
The content covers a range of topics including music and international news.
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Toronto police arrested a 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy for a July shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. Police say the attacks are part of a gun-for-hire network that recruits people online to commit crimes for money.
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Two shootings occurred at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto, one in March and one in July 2026.
No one was hurt in either shooting.
Police arrested two people in the July case: 19-year-old Xen-Ul-Abdeen Syed and a 15-year-old boy who cannot be named.
The suspects were reportedly recruited through an encrypted messaging app and paid to open fire on the consulate.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police treats the case as a national security matter.
Police said the suspects were also linked to setting a car on fire three days before the July shooting.
A white Honda Accord pulled up to the consulate, fired one shot, then fled.
Police see a growing trend of crimes being ordered through online apps as part of gun-for-hire networks in Toronto.
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An explosion in the Jaramana suburb near Damascus, Syria, killed at least one person and injured several others. The blast was caused by a bomb placed in a minivan taxi, and no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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The explosion happened in Jaramana, a suburb of Damascus.
At least one person died and seven were injured according to Syrian Health Ministry.
The explosive device was hidden in a minivan taxi.
Witnesses said there were passengers inside the vehicle when it exploded.
Jaramana has a large Druze community and has seen tensions with pro-government Sunni Muslims.
This attack is the third bombing incident in just over a month.
Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has been in power since December 2024 after overthrowing the Assad family.
Al-Sharaa’s government aims to control Syria and introduce political and economic reforms.
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Large wildfires near Spokane, Washington, have burned more than 10,000 acres and destroyed many homes, forcing tens of thousands of people to leave their neighborhoods. The National Weather Service warned that dry, windy, and hot conditions could cause the fires to spread quickly, while air quality remains very unhealthy due to smoke.
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The Spokane-area wildfires include the Old Trails Fire, Autumn Lane Fire, and Fairview Fire.
Over 900 structures have been destroyed: 694 in the Old Trails Fire, 160 in the Autumn Lane Fire, and 59 in the Fairview Fire.
About 10,000 acres have burned in total.
Tens of thousands of residents have evacuated due to the fires.
The National Weather Service issued a Fire Weather Watch warning of strong winds (10-20 mph, gusts up to 25 mph), low humidity (10-18%), and high temperatures (90-100°F) that could fuel fire growth.
Fire containment is still low but improving: Old Trails Fire is 5% contained, Autumn Lane Fire 13%, and Fairview Fire 13%.
Air quality is very unhealthy from heavy smoke, prompting officials to advise people to stay indoors and use air filters.
Weather maps show ongoing conditions could make firefighting harder and increase fire risk.
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A woman named Stella Gollovena is accused of stabbing four men with scissors in Covent Garden, London. She appeared in court and faces several charges related to the attack, which happened in a busy tourist area.
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Stella Gollovena, 47, is charged with stabbing four men and carrying an offensive weapon (scissors).
The attack took place on Wednesday lunchtime in Covent Garden, a popular tourist spot in London.
The victims, aged 34, 39, 42, and 56, were stabbed in the back and treated at a hospital but are now discharged.
Police were told about the attack by one of the victims and used a Taser to stop the suspect.
A fifth person claimed they were also stabbed but did not want to speak to the police.
Gollovena was arrested carrying a pair of scissors described as “shears.”
She appeared in court for the first time and was kept in custody until her next hearing on 3 September.
An air ambulance landed nearby after the stabbings, and all injured were taken to a major trauma center.
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Russia is approaching parliamentary elections amid ongoing conflict with Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin’s party is expected to win easily, but Ukraine’s recent military successes are causing strain in Russia. There is speculation about a new military draft due to heavy losses, but Russian leaders have denied the need for more mobilization while trying to encourage voluntary enlistment.
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Russia’s parliamentary elections are six weeks away, with Putin’s party expected to retain power easily.
Ukraine has conducted effective long-range attacks on Russia’s energy and supply infrastructure.
These attacks have caused fuel shortages and hurt Russian revenue.
Russia suffered heavy losses in Ukraine but official numbers are unclear.
Some reports say Russian troop losses exceed the number of new recruits since December.
There are rumors of a large new military draft (mobilization) of 300,000 to 500,000 soldiers, but Russian officials deny this.
Russia recently relaxed some laws to allow criminals to join the military and increased bonuses to attract recruits.
Recruitment efforts are also targeting universities in Russia.
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Women who fled Sudan’s war are sharing their stories of being raped by fighters from the Rapid Support Forces. UN investigators confirmed 546 cases involving at least 838 victims but say many more cases likely exist.
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The violence happened during the conflict in Sudan.
The attackers are members of the Rapid Support Forces, a military group.
At least 546 rape incidents have been verified by the United Nations.
These incidents affected at least 838 women.
The reported cases are probably just a small part of the total number.
Many women are now speaking out publicly about their experiences.
The use of rape is seen as a weapon in the conflict.
The situation highlights serious human rights abuses during the war.
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Sydney Towle, a 26-year-old TikTok creator known for sharing her fight with a rare bile duct cancer, has died. She publicly documented her illness and daily life, helping people understand what it’s like to live with serious cancer at a young age.
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Sydney Towle had stage 4 cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer usually found in older adults.
She was diagnosed nearly three years before her death at age 26.
Towle shared videos of her cancer journey and lifestyle with over one million TikTok followers.
She balanced her illness with activities like hiking, dancing, and working remotely in marketing.
Her family announced her death on Instagram, expressing pride in her fight and love.
Towle aimed to change how people see cancer patients and faced online disbelief about her condition.
Experts said her openness helped raise awareness about young adults living with cancer.
After her death, many fans sent condolences on social media.
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Sydney Towle, a 26-year-old social media influencer, has died from complications related to bile duct cancer after nearly three years of fighting the disease. She shared her cancer journey online to raise awareness and inspired many with her positive attitude despite her illness.
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Sydney Towle was 26 years old and had bile duct cancer that spread to other parts of her body.
Her family announced her death on social media, saying she passed peacefully after a three-year battle.
Towle had over 1 million followers on TikTok and 200,000 on Instagram.
She shared videos and posts about her life with cancer, including treatments, hospital stays, and moments of joy.
Towle moved to hospice care shortly before her death but continued to show optimism on her accounts.
She recently achieved her dream of modeling in a swimsuit during Miami Swim Week.
Towle aimed to increase awareness of rare cancers and encouraged people to advocate for themselves.
Thousands of followers paid tribute and sent condolences to her family online.
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Scientists in Finland studied 368 babies and found that living with dogs might help protect infants from respiratory infections and reduce fever and antibiotic use. They discovered specific bacteria and fungi linked to dogs in household dust that may boost babies’ immune systems during their first year.
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The study tracked babies’ health from pregnancy through their first year.
Researchers collected dust samples from homes when babies were about 2 months old.
They focused on bacteria and fungi connected to dogs.
Certain dog-related microbes were linked to fewer respiratory infections in babies.
One bacteria called Pasteurella was strongly associated with fewer fever weeks.
Dog-related microbes explained part of the lower antibiotic use and infections.
The overall number of microbes in the home did not explain the health benefits.
Other lifestyle factors linked to dog ownership might also help babies stay healthy.
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Amanda Knox, acquitted in the 2007 murder of her British flatmate Meredith Kercher in Italy, is performing a comedy show at the Edinburgh Fringe festival. Knox says the show honors Kercher’s memory and highlights violence against women, while Kercher’s sister criticizes it for making light of the crime.
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Amanda Knox was convicted and later acquitted of the murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy in 2007.
Meredith Kercher was found stabbed to death in her apartment in Perugia.
Knox’s new show, “Cartwheel,” opens at the Edinburgh Fringe festival and runs for 11 nights.
The show addresses Knox’s wrongful imprisonment and public perception.
Meredith’s sister, Stephanie Kercher, says the show trivializes violence against women and has asked for it to be canceled.
An online petition to cancel the show has gathered over 4,400 signatures.
Knox returned to the U.S. in 2011 and now campaigns for wrongly convicted people.
Knox rejects the petition and says the show is about her experience and calling out violence, not trivializing the crime.
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Ukraine has attacked two oil refineries inside Russia to reduce the money Russia earns from oil, which funds its military actions. Fighting between Russia and Ukraine has increased recently, and peace talks have not made progress.
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Ukraine targeted two oil refineries located within Russian territory.
The attacks aim to cut off oil revenues that support Russia's war efforts.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced these attacks as a strategy to weaken Russia financially.
Hostilities between Russia and Ukraine have grown stronger in the past weeks.
Attempts at mediation or peace talks have not succeeded so far.
The attacks have impacted everyday business activities within Russia.
This situation relates to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
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Scientists discovered a gene variant inherited from Neanderthals that makes the body react more strongly to growth hormone, leading to increased muscle mass in adults. This gene variant is still present in millions of people and causes about 270 grams more muscle on average per gene copy.
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The gene variant affects the growth hormone receptor, which controls muscle and bone development.
It came from Neanderthals interbreeding with modern humans around 47,000 years ago.
Lab tests showed cells with the Neanderthal version grew 40% more than those with the modern human version.
Adults with the gene variant have about 270 grams more muscle per copy of the gene.
The effect typically begins after puberty, not in early childhood.
Carriers also have some minor skeletal differences linked to Neanderthal traits.
Having two copies of the gene could add roughly half a kilogram of muscle.
The gene variant helps muscle growth but does not replace the benefits of physical training.
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Puerto Rico is starting water rationing in San Juan and nearby areas because of a severe drought. Many residents have faced water outages for over 100 days, and water will be cut off for 48 hours at a time under a rotating schedule as authorities work to manage the crisis.
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Over 180,000 water customers in Puerto Rico will face 48-hour water shutoffs starting Friday.
Rationing will affect San Juan, Carolina, Juncos, Gurabo, Trujillo Alto, Canovanas, and Loiza.
Officials say the drought is the main cause and warn the rationing could extend to 72-hour periods.
July was the driest and second hottest month recorded in San Juan in over 120 years.
Nearly 25% of Puerto Rico is in severe drought, with another 36% in moderate drought.
Water trucks will deliver drinking water, prioritizing hospitals and homes with elderly residents.
Hospitals are prepared with protocols for operating during water shortages.
Infrastructure problems and lack of investment in the water system have contributed to the crisis.
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Between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain in the Spanish territory of Ceuta after tens of thousands arrived from Morocco in a few hours. The local leader said there were about 100 deaths during the crisis and described ongoing challenges with public order and caring for many migrant children.
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Around 78,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in a short time last week.
About 3,000 to 5,000 migrants are still in Ceuta, according to local officials.
The local leader, Juan Jesús Vivas, said around 100 migrants died during the crossing.
Ceuta's authorities have difficulty tracking how many migrants remain due to limited resources.
Nearly 75,000 migrants have returned voluntarily to Morocco, easing the situation somewhat.
Thousands of migrant children remain in Ceuta, and local groups report double the official count of minors.
Spain has allocated €25 million to help migrant children, but none have been moved to mainland Spain yet.
The crisis has caused tensions between Spain, Morocco, and EU countries, with criticism of Spain’s national government response.
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Yemen’s Houthi forces say they attacked military targets using drones and missiles in the Marib and Hadramout regions. These attacks targeted both the Saudi-led coalition and Yemeni government forces. This may show that the conflict is spreading to new areas within Yemen.
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The Houthis in Yemen launched drones and ballistic missiles.
Targets included Saudi-led coalition forces and Yemeni government troops.
The attacks happened in Marib and Hadramout regions.
Marib and Hadramout are important areas in Yemen with ongoing conflict.
The use of drones and missiles indicates a level of advanced military capability.
The strikes suggest the conflict might be widening geographically within Yemen.
The situation is part of the ongoing war in Yemen involving the Houthis, Yemeni government, and Saudi-led coalition.
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An explosion occurred on Thursday in Jaramana, a city near Damascus, Syria, causing deaths and injuries. The blast was reportedly caused by an explosive device planted on a passenger vehicle.
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The explosion happened in Jaramana, on the outskirts of Damascus.
It took place on a passenger minibus according to news sources.
Several people were killed or wounded in the blast.
Ambulances were seen rushing to the scene, and a main street was closed.
The explosion was caused by a bomb placed on the vehicle.
No official statement has been released by Syrian authorities yet.
No group has said they were behind the attack so far.
The exact number and identity of victims are not yet known.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor said in court that a man wearing a balaclava chased him near his Sandringham home. The man, Alex Jenkinson, is accused of stalking and causing fear of violence and is fighting legal orders to keep away from Mountbatten-Windsor.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor reported being chased by a man wearing a balaclava near his home on May 6.
The accused is Alex Jenkinson, 39, from Stowmarket, Suffolk.
Jenkinson faces charges related to causing fear of violence and using threatening behavior.
Suffolk Police are seeking a Stalking Protection Order against Jenkinson.
The trial is set to start on December 21.
Jenkinson denies the charges and disputes the order to stay away from several royal residences.
The court heard parts of Mountbatten-Windsor's statement describing the incident.
Jenkinson has a support dog due to claimed ADHD but lacks documentation to prove it.
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Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, still has support from many African football leaders despite controversies over his proposed plan to sell stakes in FIFA competitions. African countries, including Egypt and Morocco, back him mainly because of the funding FIFA provides to develop football in the region.
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino faced criticism for a plan to sell stakes in FIFA tournaments, which was later canceled.
The African football confederation has not made an official decision but many African leaders support Infantino.
Five African countries on the FIFA Council—Egypt, Morocco, Niger, Mauritania, and Comoros—have publicly backed him.
Support from Africa is largely due to FIFA's Forward programme, started in 2016, which funds football projects in countries with limited local investment.
Morocco is a key partner for FIFA in Africa and will co-host the 2030 men's World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
Egypt hosts the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football and is a strong ally of Infantino.
African football officials want FIFA to focus more on good management, transparency, and sustainable development beyond just financial support.
The Democratic Republic of Congo also welcomed Infantino’s decision to withdraw the controversial funding proposal.
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