A former prosecutor from the International Criminal Court (ICC) said that recent U.S. airstrikes on drug smuggling boats could be seen as crimes against humanity under international law. The strikes, ordered by President Trump, have killed at least 66 people. The U.S. government argues that the attacks are part of an armed conflict against drug cartels threatening American lives.
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A former ICC prosecutor stated that U.S. strikes on drug boats might be crimes against humanity.
The strikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 66 people in the last two months.
The Trump administration argues it is in a formal armed conflict with drug traffickers.
The U.S. does not recognize the jurisdiction of the ICC and has sanctioned its judges.
Luis Moreno Ocampo, the former ICC prosecutor, says the strikes are a "dangerous" use of force.
In February, the U.S. classified several Latin American crime groups as terrorist organizations.
President Trump announced an airstrike on a vessel linked to a Venezuelan crime group in September.
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A 15-year-old Palestinian boy was killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. This incident happened during a time when there have been over 2,300 attacks by Israeli troops and settlers in this area in the past month.
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A 15-year-old Palestinian boy was killed by Israeli forces.
The incident occurred in the occupied West Bank.
It happened during a raid conducted by Israeli forces.
Over 2,300 attacks have taken place in the occupied West Bank in the last month.
These attacks involved both Israeli troops and settlers.
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A man named Hassan Jhangur was sentenced to life in prison for murdering Chris Marriott by intentionally driving his car into a crowd during a brawl at a wedding in Sheffield. This incident led to Marriott's death and injuries to four others.
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Hassan Jhangur was found guilty of murder at Sheffield Crown Court.
Jhangur deliberately drove his car into a crowd at his sister's wedding in December 2023.
The victim, Chris Marriott, stopped to help when Jhangur's sister collapsed during the brawl.
Marriott died at the scene, and four other people were seriously injured.
Jhangur received a life sentence with a minimum term of 26 years.
He was also found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm with intent to others.
Jhangur attacked his brother-in-law, Hasan Khan, with a knife after the car incident.
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Israel allowed a U.S. organization, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), to provide food in Gaza after a blockade. However, these aid distribution sites became dangerous, leading to deaths and injuries. An investigation questions if the GHF's operations were genuinely for aid or if they caused more harm.
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Israel permitted the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) to give out food in Gaza.
The GHF replaced an established aid system by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).
The new aid sites were labeled as "death traps" by Palestinians and human rights groups.
Civilians trying to get aid were caught in areas with military activity.
Many people were killed or hurt while trying to receive aid.
Testimonies from families, a former contractor, and human rights experts were part of the investigation.
There are concerns about whether GHF's operations aimed for relief or displacement.
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Attackers believed to be Somali pirates boarded a ship off Somalia's coast, firing machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades. This recent attack highlights the resurgence of piracy in the area. Ships have been warned to be cautious when passing through the region.
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A ship off Somalia's coast was attacked by people using machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations warned ships in the area to be careful.
The attacked ship was a Malta-flagged tanker traveling from India to South Africa.
Somali pirates are suspected to have seized an Iranian fishing boat to use as their base.
The ship's crew of 24 hid in a secure area during the attack.
The vessel did not have any armed security on board.
Somali piracy saw a decline due to international naval patrols but has increased again since late 2023.
In 2024, there were seven reported pirate incidents off the coast of Somalia according to the International Maritime Bureau.
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Paul Biya, who is 92 years old, has become president of Cameroon for the eighth time. He won a contentious election last month and has led the country for 43 years. The official results showed Biya winning 54% of the vote, leading to protests and accusations of fraud.
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Paul Biya is the president of Cameroon and is 92 years old.
He has been in office since 1982, making it 43 years in power.
Biya was sworn in for his eighth term in Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon.
He won 54% of the vote in a recent election that some described as disputed.
His main opponent, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, got 35% of the vote.
Bakary claims he was the rightful winner and accused the authorities of election fraud.
The election results led to protests in Cameroon.
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The wife of a murdered Mexican mayor has taken over his job just days after he was killed. She pledged to keep fighting against organized crime in Michoacan, Mexico.
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The mayor of a town in Michoacan, Mexico, was killed.
His wife has been sworn in to replace him as mayor.
She promised to continue her husband's fight against organized crime.
Michoacan is a region in Mexico dealing with issues related to crime groups.
The swearing-in happened shortly after the mayor's death.
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Jennifer Lawrence announced she and Emma Stone are co-producing a movie about Miss Piggy, a famous Muppets character. The script is being written by Cole Escola, and the film will explore the iconic status of Miss Piggy. Lawrence shared these details on a podcast and a late-night show.
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Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Stone will co-produce a Miss Piggy movie.
The film focuses on Miss Piggy, a character from The Muppets.
Cole Escola, a US actor and playwright, is writing the script.
Lawrence and Stone might co-star in the film for the first time.
Lawrence discussed the movie idea during the pandemic with a friend.
Miss Piggy is famous for her relationship with Kermit the Frog.
The Muppet Show celebrates its 50th anniversary next year with a special featuring Sabrina Carpenter.
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The state of Bihar in India is holding its first phase of legislative assembly elections, with 74 million eligible voters. This election will decide who governs Bihar, India's poorest state, for the next five years, and it is seen as an indicator of public sentiment towards the national government.
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Bihar is India's third most populous state with 130 million people.
The election will decide the government of Bihar for the next five years.
121 out of 243 assembly constituencies are voting in the first phase.
Some constituencies are reserved for Scheduled Castes, which are communities that have faced historical disadvantages.
The Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal (United) currently lead the government.
The main opposition includes the Rashtriya Janata Dal and Indian National Congress.
The voter turnout had reached 42.3% by early afternoon on election day.
Tejashwi Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal is running for the Raghopur seat.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac has shared its weather forecast for Christmas week across North America. Snowy weather is likely in several northern regions, while the southern U.S. is expected to have sunny skies, aiding holiday travel.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a variety of winter weather across North America for Christmas week.
Snowy weather is expected in the Northeast, Upper Midwest, Lower Lakes, eastern Ohio Valley, and Alaska.
The northern Pacific Northwest and Alaska Panhandle might see stormy and rainy conditions.
The Intermountain West and High Plains are predicted to have rain and snow showers.
Sunny skies are expected in the Southeast, Florida, Texas-Oklahoma regions, the Atlantic Corridor, and Hawaii.
The Deep South might experience a mix of sunny weather and showers, with snow in Appalachians.
The Pacific Southwest could see showers later in the week.
The forecast aims to help families and travelers plan for holiday travel.
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Israeli officials have confirmed that remains returned from Gaza are of Tanzanian student Joshua Loitu Mollel, who was killed in a Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023. This identification is part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, involving the exchange of hostage and Palestinian bodies. Meanwhile, Israel has taken security measures along its border with Egypt due to concerns over weapons smuggling.
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Joshua Loitu Mollel, a Tanzanian student, was identified as a hostage victim from Gaza, killed in the October 7 attack.
The return of his remains is part of a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, facilitated by the U.S.
There are still six bodies of hostages remaining in Gaza, including that of a Thai agricultural worker.
Since the ceasefire, Hamas has released 22 bodies of hostages, and Israel has returned 285 Palestinian bodies.
Israel and Hamas have exchanged accusations of breaching the ceasefire terms.
Israeli Defense Minister ordered the military zone designation at the Egyptian border to prevent weapons smuggling.
U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a plan for an international stabilization force in Gaza, needing support from Arab countries and a U.N. mandate.
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The final episode of the TV show "The Celebrity Traitors" was accidentally uploaded ahead of schedule by broadcasters outside the UK. A few viewers in Canada were able to watch it on the streaming service Crave before it was removed. The BBC has asked viewers not to share spoilers.
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"The Celebrity Traitors" final was mistakenly uploaded early outside the UK.
The early upload happened on a streaming service called Crave in Canada.
Only a few hundred people saw the episode before it was taken down.
The BBC clarified that the upload error was not their fault.
The BBC urged viewers not to share spoilers to keep the suspense for other fans.
"The Celebrity Traitors" is the most-watched TV show of the year, with 12.6 million viewers on average for its first four episodes.
The final episode is scheduled to air on Thursday evening in the UK.
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A Scottish Fold cat was found left outside a Las Vegas cat shelter in a crate with $60 and a note explaining his situation. The cat, named Bobo, was surrendered because his previous owners had to move and couldn't keep him. Bobo was quickly adopted by a new family and is adjusting well to his new home.
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A Scottish Fold cat named Bobo was left outside Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions in Las Vegas with $60 and a note.
The note said Bobo was a good cat but had to be given up because his owners were moving.
Bobo had been neutered, received all his shots, and usually did not get along with other cats due to chronic urinary tract infections.
He was found on October 28 and adopted by a family on November 2.
Bobo's quick adoption was aided by his bright blue eyes and folded ears.
Animal shelters like Homeward Bound face space and resource challenges, with many cats left at shelters regularly.
In 2025, about 1.4 million cats were taken into shelters and rescues in the U.S., with 31% being surrendered by owners.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been asked to appear before the U.S. Congress for questions about his connection to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Democratic members of the House Committee want him to provide information about Epstein's collaborators. Andrew has been given a deadline to respond by November 20.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received a summons to speak to Congress.
The focus is on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Jeffrey Epstein was a convicted sex offender.
The House Committee on Oversight is handling the inquiry.
Democratic members of this committee believe Andrew might have important information.
The deadline for Andrew to respond is November 20.
This development is part of ongoing efforts to seek justice for survivors of Epstein's crimes.
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A California judge dismissed a defamation lawsuit against Kim Kardashian. The lawsuit was filed after Kardashian posted a photo of the wrong person, mistaking him for a death row inmate. The man in the photo, who lives in New York, claimed this caused him distress.
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Kim Kardashian was involved in a defamation lawsuit.
She posted a photo incorrectly identifying a man as a death row inmate named Ivan Cantu.
The wrong Ivan Cantu, who lives in New York, sued Kardashian.
He claimed Kardashian's actions caused him emotional and mental distress.
A California judge ruled in favor of Kardashian and dismissed the lawsuit.
The case was publicized by media outlet The Rolling Stone.
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Major polluting countries were absent at the start of a UN climate summit in Brazil. The summit is taking place in Belem, near the Amazon forest, which has lost significant tree cover due to human activities.
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The UN climate summit is happening in Belem, Brazil.
The Amazon rainforest, near Belem, is crucial for absorbing carbon dioxide.
About 17% of the Amazon's forest cover has disappeared in 50 years due to agriculture, logging, and mining.
The Amazon is often called the "lungs of the world" because it helps reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide.
Wildfires and cattle ranching have further damaged the Amazon forest.
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The United Nations reports that Afghanistan's opium production has significantly decreased following a ban by the Taliban in 2022. Land used for opium cultivation dropped by 20%, while opium production itself fell by 32%. Despite the ban, challenges like economic hardship and the rise of synthetic drugs persist.
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Afghanistan was responsible for over 80% of the world's opium supply before the 2022 Taliban ban.
Since the ban, the area growing opium poppy has reduced by 20%, and opium production is down by 32%.
In 2023, the opium poppy was mostly grown in the north-east, with Badakhshan province being a major area.
By 2025, four provinces (Balkh, Farah, Laghman, Uruzgan) were declared opium poppy-free.
Some farmers continue small-scale opium cultivation despite the ban, risking punishment.
Many farmers are struggling to find profitable alternatives to opium cultivation.
Synthetic drug trafficking, like methamphetamine, has increased, with seizures 50% higher in late 2024 versus the previous year.
The ban has caused some violent clashes between farmers and the Taliban, particularly in the north-east.
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The 68th Annual Grammy Awards nominations will be announced on November 7, 2025. Music fans and critics are actively speculating about potential nominees in key categories like Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist. Artists like Addison Rae, Lola Young, and Sabrina Carpenter are among those widely discussed for major categories.
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The Grammy nominations will be announced on November 7, 2025, and the ceremony is scheduled for February 1, 2026.
Addison Rae is a prominent name for Best New Artist after transitioning from a TikTok dancer to a music artist.
Lola Young and Olivia Dean are also notable contenders for Best New Artist.
Predictions for Song and Record of the Year include Sabrina Carpenter's "Manchild" and Billie Eilish's "Wildflower."
The Grammy conversation includes a mix of breakout artists and established musicians.
Social media plays a significant role in fan discussions and predictions for the Grammy Awards.
Key categories in focus include Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist.
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President Donald Trump criticized South Africa's inclusion in the G20 and said he would not attend the upcoming summit there, sending Vice President JD Vance instead. Trump has accused South Africa of unfair treatment towards its white minority and imposed measures like suspending aid and imposing tariffs. South Africa has denied these claims, stressing its anti-discrimination stance and commitment to G20 goals.
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President Trump said South Africa should not be part of the G20 and will skip the summit there.
Vice President JD Vance will lead the U.S. delegation at the G20 summit in November.
Trump accused South Africa of discriminating against its Afrikaans white minority.
The U.S. has started a refugee program for white Afrikaners, prioritizing them for admission.
Trump has suspended U.S. aid to South Africa and reimposed tariffs on its goods.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa denies the allegations and highlights the nation's role in promoting equality.
The G20 is an international forum of 19 countries and the EU, focused on global economic policy.
South Africa plans to host the G20 summit in November with a focus on economic and social solidarity.
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Riot police in Japan will start helping with the culling of wild bears due to recent attacks on people. These operations will begin on November 13 in the Akita and Iwate regions. This marks the first time police officers in Japan will be directly involved in lethal wildlife control.
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Japan will use riot police officers to help cull wild bears after multiple attacks.
The operations will start on November 13 in Akita and Iwate prefectures.
There have been over 100 bear attacks in Japan since April, with 12 deaths reported.
The National Police Agency is providing special training and shooting practice for officers.
Police will use rifles, which are considered more effective than handguns for culling.
This initiative addresses a shortage of local hunters in the affected areas.
Japan’s Self-Defense Forces are providing non-lethal support but are not using firearms against bears.
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