Heavy rain has caused flooding in displacement camps in Gaza. Many families have lost their tents and belongings to mud and water. The flooding is making the humanitarian crisis in the area worse.
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Heavy rain in Gaza has flooded camps where displaced people live.
Flooding has submerged tents and household items in mud and water.
The disaster continues to worsen the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.
Al Jazeera’s correspondent Ibrahim Al Khalili reported the situation from southern Gaza.
Many families have lost their shelters due to the rain and flooding.
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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced that the Venezuelan military destroyed nine aircraft used for drug trafficking in one day, which he called a record achievement. This comes as President Donald Trump continues military strikes against suspected drug smuggling operations near Venezuela. These actions highlight growing tensions between Venezuela and the United States.
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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro reported the destruction of nine drug trafficking planes within 24 hours.
President Maduro claims a total of 39 planes have been destroyed in 2025 and 430 since implementing the current anti-drug law.
President Trump has ordered military strikes on vessels linked to drug smuggling near Venezuela.
The U.S. government views Venezuela under Maduro as a key player in narcotics trafficking.
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Venezuela and offered a reward for Maduro's capture.
Maduro has accused the U.S. of trying to remove him from power.
Venezuela's ties with Russia add complexity to its situation with the U.S.
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Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, passed away at age 80. Her political rivalry with Sheikh Hasina significantly influenced Bangladesh's politics. The country is observing a three-day mourning period and a holiday for her funeral.
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Khaleda Zia was the first woman elected as prime minister of Bangladesh.
She died at the age of 80, according to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party.
Bangladesh announced a three-day mourning period and a holiday for her funeral.
Interim leader Muhammad Yunus and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised her contributions to Bangladesh.
Zia faced corruption charges but was acquitted by the Supreme Court in 2025.
She returned to Bangladesh after being allowed to receive medical treatment abroad in 2024.
Her political rivalry with Sheikh Hasina was a defining part of her career.
Zia helped oppose military dictatorship in Bangladesh, contributing to its democratic movement in 1990.
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Type 5 diabetes, associated with long-term malnutrition, has been recognized by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) but is not yet recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO). This has led to a global debate about how to diagnose and treat this form of diabetes, which affects millions worldwide. The IDF is working to develop diagnostic and treatment standards, while health experts advocate for wider recognition.
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Type 5 diabetes is also called malnutrition-related diabetes.
The IDF has officially recognized Type 5 diabetes, but the WHO has not.
This type of diabetes usually occurs in young people who have experienced serious malnutrition.
First described in the 1950s in Jamaica, it was initially known as "J-type diabetes."
There is debate on whether malnutrition causes or results from this type of diabetes.
Characteristic signs include insulin deficiency, lack of insulin resistance, and young age at onset.
An IDF working group is creating diagnostic criteria and treatment guidelines.
The condition affects an estimated 20-25 million people worldwide.
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The Met Office in the UK has issued snow and ice warnings due to an Arctic cold spell expected to last over a week beginning New Year's Day. Weather alerts suggest that Northern Scotland will experience significant snowfall and other parts of the UK could see snow by the end of the week. Cold temperatures pose health risks, especially to vulnerable groups, according to the UK Health Security Agency.
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The Met Office has issued snow and ice warnings for New Year's Day across the UK.
Northern Scotland is expected to see significant snowfall from Thursday.
Snow may spread to Northern Ireland, England, and Wales by the end of the week.
Amber and yellow cold weather alerts have been announced to caution about health risks.
UK Health Security Agency reports risks of increased deaths and colder indoor temperatures.
Roads may experience delays, and some rural areas could be cut off.
Daytime temperatures will be between 0 and 7°C initially, dropping further as the week progresses.
Snow accumulations in higher areas could reach up to 30cm with potential blizzards.
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Train services through the Channel Tunnel, which connects the UK and Europe, experienced disruptions due to power supply issues and a train breakdown. This affected passengers during the busy holiday season, with some flights also canceled. Eurostar partially reopened the tunnel later, but delays continued.
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The Channel Tunnel had power supply problems and a train breakdown.
Eurostar canceled some of its train services between the UK and Europe.
Passengers faced challenges finding alternative travel options, such as flights or buses.
Eurostar blamed overhead power supply issues and a failed train operated by LeShuttle.
The tunnel partially reopened later with only one line operating.
Eurostar advised passengers to rebook their trips for different days.
The Channel Tunnel, also known as the Eurotunnel, has been a critical rail link since 1994.
Travelers reported frustration due to lack of clear information and financial losses.
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A woman named Suebelle Robbins claimed she kissed former President Ronald Reagan at the White House while he was married to Nancy Reagan. Robbins, a member of a group supporting President Donald Trump, shared this story on a Netflix reality show and a podcast. The show and podcast discuss her interactions with various famous people.
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Suebelle Robbins is part of the Netflix reality show "Members Only: Palm Beach."
Robbins claimed she kissed Ronald Reagan on the lips at the White House.
The incident allegedly happened while Reagan was president and married to Nancy Reagan.
Robbins is a supporter of President Donald Trump and part of the "Trumpettes" group.
She expressed admiration for both Reagan and Trump, linking her feelings of patriotism to them.
Robbins shared her story both on the reality show and during a podcast interview.
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A power outage in the Channel Tunnel has caused major disruptions, impacting Eurostar and Le Shuttle services. Passengers are advised to postpone their travel plans, with significant delays and cancellations reported.
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A power issue has disrupted services in the Channel Tunnel.
Eurostar trains between London, Paris, Lille, Brussels, and Amsterdam face cancellations and delays.
Le Shuttle services at Folkestone and Calais stations are suspended temporarily.
Eurostar advises passengers not to travel unless they have a ticket.
Passengers can change their travel plans for free or get a refund or e-voucher.
Disruptions are expected to last until the end of the day.
Le Shuttle reports a 3 to 3.5-hour delay for vehicles crossing the Channel.
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Amanda Nguyen, a Blue Origin astronaut, experienced depression after facing heavy criticism and harassment following the first all-female space flight. Nguyen, who participated in an 11-minute space journey with notable figures including pop star Katy Perry and Lauren Sánchez, shared how the backlash affected her deeply. Despite the negative reactions, Nguyen found support and highlighted the positive outcomes, such as attention on her women's health research.
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Amanda Nguyen is a Vietnamese-American astronaut and civil rights activist.
She flew on Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket in April 2025, marking the first all-female space trip.
The flight drew criticism for its cost and environmental impact.
Nguyen described facing intense harassment and described the experience as an "avalanche of misogyny."
She was unable to leave Texas for a week after the flight due to depression.
The New Shepard rocket is fully automated and does not require human operation.
Blue Origin is a private space company founded by Jeff Bezos, who also founded Amazon.
Despite the backlash, the flight brought attention to Nguyen's research and advocacy work.
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Thailand has delayed releasing 18 captured Cambodian soldiers due to alleged violations of a ceasefire agreement. The delay follows reports of Cambodian drones entering Thai airspace. Despite a truce halting recent fighting, tensions remain high between the two countries.
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Thailand captured 18 Cambodian soldiers during a border conflict.
The release of these soldiers was set for after a 72-hour truce but has been delayed.
Thailand claims Cambodian drones entered its airspace, breaching the truce.
Over 250 drone intrusions were reported by Thai authorities.
The conflict previously led to over 100 deaths and displaced more than half a million people.
Landmines have been a significant issue, with recent incidents triggering renewed conflict.
A ceasefire was brokered by the United States and Malaysia after earlier fighting in July.
Many displaced people remain cautious about returning home despite the truce.
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Archaeologists in Texas have found the lost site of Mission Nuestra Señora del Espíritu Santo, an 18th-century Spanish mission. This discovery provides new historical information about early Spanish colonization efforts in Texas. The site was uncovered on private land in Jackson County, ending years of speculation about its location.
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Archaeologists from Texas Tech University and the Texas Historical Commission found the mission site.
The mission, established by Spanish missionaries in the early 1700s, aimed to convert the Karankawa people to Christianity.
The discovery was made on privately owned land near historic sites like Presidio la Bahía and Fort St. Louis in Jackson County, Texas.
The mission operated between 1721 and 1726 before being abandoned.
A team of archaeologists, including Kay Hindes and Jim Bruseth, collaborated on the discovery.
Further exploration and excavation of the site are planned, including a magnetic survey to determine its boundaries.
The discovery was supported by the Summerlee Foundation, Texas Historical Commission, and private landowners.
Tamra Walter from Texas Tech plans to involve students in future excavation efforts.
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Russia has placed its nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system into active service in Belarus. This action happens while the U.S. is trying to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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Russia's Defense Ministry confirmed that the Oreshnik missiles are now active in Belarus.
The missile system is nuclear-capable, meaning it can carry nuclear warheads.
A video shows the missiles as part of a mobile, intermediate-range ballistic missile system.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko mentioned that these missile systems had recently arrived in the country.
Up to 10 of these missile systems will be stationed in Belarus.
The deployment occurs as the U.S. attempts to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran would respond strongly to any attacks. His comments followed President Donald Trump's suggestion that the U.S. might strike Iran if it restarts its nuclear program. This exchange reflects rising tensions between the countries.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that Iran would respond harshly to any aggression.
His statement was made on the social media platform X.
President Donald Trump mentioned the possibility of U.S. military action against Iran if it reactivates its nuclear program.
Trump made these comments during a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida.
The exchange highlights increased tensions after recent military conflicts between Israel and Iran.
Iran is currently facing economic pressure and protests within the country.
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Alaa Abdelfattah, an Egyptian-British writer and activist, has faced public backlash in the UK after a past controversial social media post surfaced. Though recently allowed to leave Egypt and join his family in the UK, his comments stirred calls for punitive actions against him. This reaction contrasts with the UK's quiet approach towards more serious allegations against international figures.
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Alaa Abdelfattah is an Egyptian-British activist who was imprisoned in Egypt over the past decade.
He was detained after the 2011 uprising in Egypt and faced hunger strikes and rights abuses.
Alaa was released in September and joined his family in Britain in December, following a lifted travel ban.
A 2010 tweet by Alaa suggesting violence against colonialists surfaced, prompting calls for revoking his UK citizenship.
The UK hosted Israeli leaders, accused of serious international law violations, with little public outcry.
The UK continues military and political cooperation with Israel despite international warnings about humanitarian issues.
There is a strong public reaction to Alaa's past comment, compared to limited response to other serious allegations.
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Stranger Things has faced criticism and a wave of negative reviews after a scene where a character comes out as gay. Elon Musk commented on the storyline, stating it was unnecessary. This has led to debates on social media, with contrasting opinions about the development in the show.
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Stranger Things is in its final season, which is the fifth one.
There are three release dates for the final episodes: November 26, December 25, and January 1.
A scene where the character Will Byers reveals he is gay received criticism online.
Elon Musk commented on social media, calling the scene "unnecessary."
Negative reviews have made this season the lowest-rated of the series on Rotten Tomatoes.
The series has been popular on Netflix since it first aired in July 2016.
The premiere of the fifth season attracted 59.6 million viewers, a record for Netflix.
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A video of a homeowner finding asbestos tiles in her old home during renovations went viral on TikTok. The homeowner learned about the asbestos from viewers' comments after sharing the video. This incident underlines a rise in home improvement spending and awareness of potential hazards in older homes.
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A homeowner found asbestos tiles under the carpet of her home from the 1800s during renovations.
The discovery was shared in a TikTok video that got over 1.5 million views.
Viewers alerted the homeowner about the potential asbestos after she posted the video.
Asbestos is not always a hazard unless it gets damaged, which can release harmful fibers.
The homeowner has begun checking the rest of her home for similar materials.
A survey by Houzz shows home renovation spending in the U.S. rose 60% from 2020 to 2023.
Generation X reported the highest median renovation spending in 2023, at $25,000.
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Law enforcement officials seized $40 million worth of motorcycles linked to Ryan James Wedding, a fugitive on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list. Wedding is charged with leading a drug trafficking network and is accused of serious crimes such as murder and cocaine trafficking.
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The FBI and Mexican authorities found 62 high-end motorcycles linked to Ryan James Wedding.
Wedding is a Canadian and former Olympic snowboarder.
He is accused of directing a violent drug network, moving large amounts of cocaine into the U.S. and Canada.
Other seized items included artwork, documents, and Olympic medals.
Wedding allegedly collaborates with the Sinaloa Cartel.
There is a $15 million reward for information leading to his capture.
The FBI says Wedding may be in Mexico and could be dangerous.
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In 2025, scientists reported that it was one of the three hottest years recorded. This was the first time the average temperature over three years exceeded the limit set by the 2015 Paris Agreement, which aims to keep warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius.
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Scientists identified 2025 as one of the hottest years on record.
This year marked the first instance where the three-year temperature average surpassed the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit from preindustrial times.
The 1.5 degrees Celsius limit is part of the goals established by the 2015 Paris Agreement.
According to experts, staying below this temperature limit is important for saving lives and avoiding major environmental damage.
World Weather Attribution researchers in Europe released this information.
The analysis followed a year of extreme weather events linked to climate change.
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The U.S. government, under President Trump, has instructed its embassies in the Western Hemisphere to investigate human rights abuses related to mass migration. This move is part of a broader plan to address what the administration sees as a "global crisis" impacting regional stability and U.S. security.
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President Trump’s administration calls mass migration a "global crisis."
U.S. embassies in the Western Hemisphere will report on human rights abuses linked to mass migration.
The Western Hemisphere includes North America, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
The plan aims to protect regional stability and American security.
The U.S. State Department expresses readiness to work with other countries in the region on this issue.
This initiative follows a similar directive focused on European allies regarding mass migration.
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Khaleda Zia, the first female prime minister of Bangladesh, has died at the age of 79. She was an influential political leader and led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party for many years.
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Khaleda Zia was the first woman to serve as the prime minister of Bangladesh.
She died at the age of 79 after a long illness.
Khaleda Zia was a significant political figure in Bangladesh.
She led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party for several decades.
Her leadership left a lasting impact on the country's politics.
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