Lawyers reported that Palestinian and Lebanese detainees held in an Israeli underground prison face severe mistreatment. This information was shared with Al Jazeera by the lawyers representing the detainees.
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The detainees are from Palestine and Lebanon.
They are held in an underground prison in Israel.
Lawyers claim these detainees experience harsh treatment.
Al Jazeera received this information from the lawyers.
The conditions of the detention are a significant concern.
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A mother in Pennsylvania filmed her daughter getting excited about her birthday, only to notice the child having an allergic reaction on camera. The reaction was linked to the peel of an apple, something the child had previously eaten without issues when it was peeled. The incident highlighted unexpected allergies and went viral on TikTok.
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A Pennsylvania mom filmed her 3-year-old daughter who had an allergic reaction while recording.
The child started scratching and developed hives after eating an apple with the peel.
Previously, the child ate apples, apple sauce, and juice without a problem, but the apples were always peeled.
The family gave the child an antihistamine, Zyrtec, which helped reduce the reaction.
The child has multiple allergies, including eggs, peanuts, and dust, but outgrew allergies to wheat, dairy, soy, and sesame.
The TikTok video went viral, receiving over 2 million views, sparking discussions about similar allergies.
The family plans to consult with an allergist to understand the new allergy to apple peel.
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Iran's foreign minister stated that the country is no longer enriching uranium at any of its nuclear facilities after recent attacks. Iran insists its right to use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes is undeniable and is open to negotiations. Satellite images confirmed no major activity at affected sites, and the IAEA will review Iran's compliance with international agreements.
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Iran claims it is not currently enriching uranium at any facility.
Iranian facilities are monitored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi mentioned Iran's readiness for negotiations.
Iran's nuclear program was impacted by attacks from Israel and the U.S.
Satellite images show no major work at affected sites.
Iran asserts its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes.
The IAEA has not verified Iran's uranium stockpile for months.
A summit discussed Iran's right to nuclear technology and international pressures.
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The U.K. is changing its rules for asylum seekers to reduce the impact on local communities and address political criticism. New changes increase the wait time for permanent settlement and impose stricter conditions on those seeking asylum. The government aims to better control immigration and manage illegal crossings.
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The U.K. government is increasing the wait time for permanent settlement from 5 to 20 years for those granted asylum.
Asylum seekers with homes or family in the U.K. might have to return to their home countries if deemed safe, with reviews every 2.5 years.
Those eligible to work or who have committed crimes won't receive government financial support or accommodation.
The U.K. introduced a "one in, one out" policy to manage Channel crossings with France.
A total of over 111,000 people claimed asylum in the U.K. in the year ending June 2025.
The Home Office reported preventing 20,000 Channel crossings and disrupting numerous gang activities.
British officials have consulted with Denmark on managing immigration controls.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood expressed the need to change the notion that asylum swiftly results in permanent U.K. settlement.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford, a U.S. aircraft carrier, has arrived in the Caribbean Sea as part of a major military buildup aimed at countering drug trafficking near Venezuela. This move, under "Operation Southern Spear," brings a significant increase in U.S. military presence in the region, reportedly to combat narcoterrorism. The operation has raised tensions with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and concerns over U.S. military intentions.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford is the most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier.
The carrier's arrival is part of "Operation Southern Spear," aimed at countering drug trafficking.
There are roughly 12,000 U.S. troops on nearly a dozen Navy ships in the region.
Since September, U.S. forces have conducted 20 strikes on boats suspected of drug trafficking.
The U.S. government claims the operation targets narcoterrorism, but evidence has not been published.
President Trump suggests expanding military action to stop drugs from coming by land.
U.S. does not recognize Nicolás Maduro as Venezuela’s legitimate leader.
There's ongoing debate about the possibility of U.S. warplanes striking inside Venezuela.
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A road crash near Dundalk in County Louth, Ireland, resulted in the deaths of five young adults under 25. Three people were injured, one seriously, and are receiving medical care. Police are looking into what caused the crash and have closed the road for investigations.
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The crash happened just after 21:00 local time on a Saturday night.
Five people, three men and two women, died at the scene; they were in a Volkswagen Golf.
The victims were all in their early 20s and were likely heading to socialize.
Another person in the Volkswagen Golf is being treated for serious injuries at a local hospital.
Two people in the other vehicle, a Toyota Land Cruiser, were also injured but their injuries are not life-threatening.
The local area, including the road where the crash happened, is known for being dangerous, with bad bends and poor lighting.
The road remains closed as police conduct a technical examination, and diversions are in place.
Irish police are asking any witnesses to come forward with information.
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Palestinian artist Nabil Anani and other founding members of the New Visions art movement have focused on creating art using local materials as a form of cultural resistance. This movement began in the late 1980s to promote self-sufficiency amidst the political unrest in the occupied West Bank. The movement continues to influence new generations of Palestinian artists.
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Nabil Anani is a founding member of the New Visions art movement, which started in 1987.
The movement aimed to use local materials for art as a way to resist cultural dependence on Israeli supplies.
Key figures in the movement include Nabil Anani, Sliman Mansour, Vera Tamari, and Tayseer Barakat.
Each artist chose specific materials to develop new art styles that suited the political climate.
The movement remains influential nearly four decades later, promoting principles like self-sufficiency and cultural resilience.
Palestinian artist Lara Salous continues to draw inspiration from the New Visions movement.
The International Academy of Art Palestine, founded by the group, aimed to shift artistic thinking toward contemporary approaches, and it later became part of Birzeit University.
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Cold Arctic air is moving into the UK following severe flooding caused by Storm Claudia. The storm brought heavy rain over the weekend, leading to major flooding in Monmouth, Wales, and causing transport and power issues. The weather forecast predicts colder temperatures and potential snowfall in parts of the UK this week.
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Arctic air is expected to bring colder temperatures to the UK this week.
Storm Claudia caused heavy rain, leading to severe floods in Wales and parts of England.
Monmouth, Wales, declared a major incident due to the flooding, with significant impacts on homes and businesses.
Four severe flood warnings are in place for Monmouth because of the high risk posed by the floods.
The River Monnow in Monmouth reached record levels, higher than during past storms.
There is ongoing disruption to rail services, particularly between Swindon and Bristol Parkway.
The weather change is due to a shift in wind direction, moving from a warmer to a colder air mass.
Wintry weather with snow and sleet is predicted, especially in northern and eastern parts of the UK by midweek.
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YouTube star Jack Doherty was arrested by Miami Beach Police while filming a video that dangerously blocked traffic. He faces charges of drug possession and resisting an officer without violence. Authorities set his bond at $3,500, which has been paid.
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Jack Doherty is a YouTube influencer known for prank videos.
Miami Beach Police arrested him on November 15 for blocking traffic.
Doherty ignored police orders to leave the road.
Police found drugs on Doherty, including amphetamine and cannabis.
Doherty faces charges for drug possession and resisting an officer.
His bond was set and paid at $3,500.
Authorities emphasize public safety regardless of celebrity status.
Future court dates for Doherty are not publicly available yet.
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Thousands of people gathered in Belem, Brazil, during the COP30 climate talks to protest and demand action for climate justice. The protest highlighted issues like fossil fuel dependence, the rights of Indigenous people, and financial support for poorer nations to address climate change.
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The protest took place in Belem, an Amazonian city hosting the COP30 climate talks.
Tens of thousands of people participated, making it the largest protest at a UN climate summit in years.
Participants included Indigenous people and activists who staged a mock funeral for fossil fuels.
This is the first major protest outside the annual climate talks since COP26 in Glasgow four years ago.
The demonstration was organized as the “Great People’s March” and followed Indigenous-led protests.
Protesters called for more Indigenous representation and reparations for environmental damages.
Authorities deployed soldiers to secure the COP30 venue during the protest.
COP30 negotiations faced deadlock, with disputes over trade and climate targets.
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YouTuber Jack Doherty was arrested in Miami on charges of drug possession. He was filming content in the street when police stopped him and found illegal substances.
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Jack Doherty, a YouTuber, was arrested in Miami.
The arrest happened early Saturday morning.
Doherty was filming and blocking traffic when police stopped him.
Police found an orange pill consistent with a regulated amphetamine and three items suspected to be cannabis cigarettes.
Doherty is known for making videos with pranks and stunts.
He has a large following on social media, including over 15 million YouTube subscribers.
It is unknown if Doherty has legal representation.
His social media representative did not respond to requests for comment.
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Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group signed a peace agreement in Qatar. The deal aims to end ongoing conflicts in the DRC.
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The peace agreement was signed in Doha, Qatar.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's government was represented in the agreement.
The M23 rebel group is involved in the peace deal.
The M23 group is backed by Rwanda.
The agreement aims to end years of fighting in the DRC.
The deal's goal is to bring calm back to the region.
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The body of Matthias Beutin, a 57-year-old German hiker who had been missing for over five weeks, was found in the Isle of Skye. Police Scotland discovered the body near Coire Dubh, Blaven, and do not consider the death suspicious. Several rescue teams participated in the extensive search.
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Matthias Beutin was a 57-year-old German hiker.
His body was found on the Isle of Skye after a five-week search.
The location of the discovery was near Coire Dubh, Blaven.
Police Scotland does not believe the death is suspicious.
Mr. Beutin was last seen at Blaven car park before hiking on October 9.
Multiple search teams, including Skye Mountain Rescue and others, conducted the search.
The search faced difficult terrain and poor visibility conditions.
Blà Bheinn, also known as Blaven, is a popular mountain for climbers.
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Nearly 70 schools in the Australian Capital Territory are closing temporarily due to concerns about asbestos found in play sand. The sand, sold at stores like Kmart and Target, was recalled after traces of asbestos were discovered. Inspections are happening at the schools, but so far, tests have shown no airborne asbestos.
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69 schools in the Australian Capital Territory are closing on Monday because of asbestos concerns.
The asbestos was found in colored play sand, leading to a product recall by Kmart and Target.
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission said the risk of airborne asbestos is low.
Education Minister Yvette Berry stated that air tests have shown no airborne asbestos at the schools.
Some schools already closed on Friday due to similar concerns with sand from another retailer, Officeworks.
ACT government officials and volunteers are checking buildings for the sand over the weekend.
People who came into contact with the sand do not need medical checks, according to the government.
Up to 23 schools will stay open, as they have little or no affected sand.
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A 39-year-old father named Yuji Hu from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, died while trying to save his 5-year-old daughter after a large wave pulled them into the ocean at Garrapata State Beach in California. The search for his daughter continues, but poor ocean conditions have been a challenge. His wife, who also tried to help, returned safely to shore, and their 2-year-old child was unharmed.
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Yuji Hu died attempting to save his 5-year-old daughter from the ocean in California.
The incident occurred at Garrapata State Beach, known for dangerous conditions like rip currents.
The wave that pulled them into the water was estimated to be between 15 and 20 feet high.
The child's mother also went into the water and managed to get back to safety.
A 2-year-old child who was present was not harmed.
California State Parks personnel continue searching for the missing child.
Authorities issued warnings about hazardous surf conditions at the time of the incident.
The family has requested privacy and will not be making public statements.
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A Palestinian man describes leaving Gaza through an unofficial group, Al-Majd Europe, which reportedly works with the Israeli military to facilitate such displacements to other countries. This operation involved payment and coordination with various parties, without clear documentation on the group's backing or operations. Palestinians are reportedly motivated to leave due to difficult living conditions in Gaza.
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A man claims he left Gaza via a group called Al-Majd Europe, which coordinates with the Israeli military.
The organization reportedly facilitated travel for 153 Palestinians to South Africa without proper documents.
Travelers had their belongings searched and used a crossing controlled by Israel to reach Ramon Airport.
At least three people coordinated the operation from inside Gaza, with others involved from outside.
Participants paid between $1,500 and $5,000 per person to leave, using personal bank transfers.
Al-Majd Europe began operations this year, claiming to be founded in 2010 but with no credible online presence.
The Israeli military admits to assisting these transfers, aligning with its policy of "voluntary departure" for Palestinians.
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Iran announced it has not enriched uranium since U.S. attacks in June damaged several nuclear sites. The U.S. carried out these strikes to limit Iran's ability to produce nuclear weapons. Iran maintains its nuclear program is peaceful and is monitored by the international nuclear watchdog, the IAEA.
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Iran's Foreign Minister stated that no uranium enrichment is happening because their facilities were attacked by the U.S.
The U.S. strikes in June targeted three major Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
B-2 bombers and "bunker buster" bombs were used in the U.S. operation called Midnight Hammer.
Israel had previously struck parts of Iran's nuclear sites before the U.S. attack.
The IAEA confirmed that Iran is not currently enriching uranium but retains nuclear material and expertise.
The IAEA has not been able to verify Iran's nuclear stockpile since the attacks.
Iran's nuclear program remains under international monitoring, as stated by Iranian officials.
The U.S. rejected Iran's conditions for new nuclear talks, saying negotiations are not ready to restart.
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A Palestinian man left Gaza using a group called ‘Al Majd Europe’. This group uses unofficial methods coordinated with Israel and flew him to Johannesburg, South Africa.
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The man wants to remain anonymous.
He left Gaza through a group called ‘Al Majd Europe’.
The group uses unofficial channels that involve coordination with Israel.
Registration, screening, and payments to unknown individuals were required.
Passengers did not know their destination until they arrived.
The flight ended in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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A photo collection captured global events, including protests in Mexico, environmental demonstrations in Brazil, significant climate impacts in the Philippines, and conflict in Sudan. The week also saw cultural festivities in Mexico and humanitarian efforts in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa.
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Brazilian Indigenous leader Chief Raoni emphasized climate action during the COP30 in Brazil.
In Gaza, unidentified Palestinians' bodies were returned and buried following a ceasefire deal with Israel.
Severe drought in Iran led women to pray for rain amid warnings of water cuts.
A vibrant cultural festival with dancing masks occurred in Veracruz, Mexico.
A landslide in Haiti, caused by Hurricane Melissa, resulted in multiple funerals.
Flooding in the Philippines' Cagayan province followed Super Typhoon Fung-wong.
Refugees in Sudan fled violence as paramilitary forces took over key areas.
Anti-government protests occurred in Mexico City, involving youth clashes with police.
River erosion in Bangladesh forced residents to relocate their homes.
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A mother from Florida shared a video of her 26-month-old son, Ezra, reading complex words. The video sparked interest as children his age typically have a smaller vocabulary. Ezra's early reading skills have been attributed to his love of books and music, which helped him learn.
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Natalie Corridori from Florida posted a video of her son Ezra reading complex words.
Ezra is 26 months old and can read words like "construction" and "Jupiter."
According to the CDC, most 30-month-old children can say about 40 words and make short sentences.
Ezra started showing reading skills by recognizing song titles on a digital device at 18 months.
His mother tested his reading by writing random words, which he read correctly.
The video was shared on Instagram, garnering a lot of attention from viewers.
Ezra is homeschooled, and his mother hopes he maintains his love for learning.
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