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Germany calls Russian cyberattack ‘intolerable’, warns of consequences
Germany has issued a warning that "state-sponsored" Russian hackers were responsible for an "intolerable" intrusion against Social Democratic Party (SPD) members, threatening repercussions. Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock announced on Friday that a federal German investigation into the perpetrators of the 2023 cyberattack against the SPD, a major coalition partner, had reached its conclusion.
Taliban-erased Afghan activist exposes Iranian women’s plight
A youthful Afghani activist for women's rights recently departed the country for Iran. Although women in both nations have limited rights, the activist remarked that she noticed an enormous contrast between the two countries upon her arrival. That changed when Iranian women disclosed the suffering they endured at the hands of the Islamic Republic's regime.
A Chinese projectile departs for the far side of the Moon
A purported global first, China has launched a probe to collect samples from the far side of the Moon. The Chang'e-6 probe was deployed from the Wenchang Space Launch Center atop an unmanned rocket at approximately 17:27 local time (10:27 BST). The objective of the 53-day mission is to return to Earth for analysis of approximately two kilograms of lunar samples.
Jerusalem wall ruins may confirm Bible’s authenticity
A scientific breakthrough has revealed the truth regarding an ancient Jerusalem site, disproving the judgment of experts and validating the account in the Bible.  Scholars had previously held the belief that a section of the wall situated in the city's original core was constructed during the tenure of Hezekiah, King of Judah, which spanned the seventh and eighth centuries BC.
Gaza war probe: ICC seeks end to court threats
The International Criminal Court's (ICC) prosecutor's office has issued a request to cease what it considers to be intimidation of its staff, stating that such threats could violate the "administration of justice" by the permanent war crimes tribunal of the globe. On Friday, the Hague-based office of International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan issued a statement urging an immediate cessation of any endeavors to hinder, intimidate, or inappropriately exert influence over its officials.
Brazil floods: 29 dead, many displaced
On Thursday, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva embarked on a visit to the state of Rio Grande do Sul to meet with local authorities and convey his solidarity in the wake of the proclamation of a state of catastrophe. The region has experienced the forced displacement of over 10,000 individuals.
Elyakim Libman: Israel finds Hamas hostage remains
An individual believed to have been kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 has been pronounced dead, according to the Israel Defense Forces, which verified the discovery of his remains in Israel. The IDF reported that a "thorough and complex investigation" was used to identify the remains of Elyakim Libman. Libman was stationed at the Nova festival in his capacity as a security officer when the attack occurred.
Houthis claim they will attack Israel-bound ships within range
A televised address by Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree stated that the group would engage vessels en route to Israeli ports in any region within their operational range. Saree stated on Friday, "We will engage in aerial bombardment against vessels en route to Israeli ports in the Mediterranean Sea from any accessible location." Furthermore, she stated that the decision would be executed "immediately, and from the moment this statement is announced."
Zara Tindall warmly welcomes King Charles at Windsor Horse Show
The monarch grinned as his niece welcomed him to the Royal Windsor Horse Show, an occasion that his late mother, the Queen, greatly cherished. As he returned to public duty after being diagnosed with cancer, the King was observed grinning as he accepted an embrace from his niece Zara Tindall at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. He was on official business at the time.
Taser arrest after Billy Vunipola said he didn’t know when to stop drinking
Explaining the circumstances surrounding his detention in Mallorca, Billy Vunipola acknowledged that he struggles to "know when to stop" drinking. Following an expedited trial in which he was fined €240 (£205) for resisting the law by declining to leave a bar in Palma in the wee hours of Sunday morning, the England No. 8 issued a public apology.
Teen stabbed boy to death at Bath party, detained 16 years
In June of last year, Shane Cunningham stabbed 16-year-old Mikey Roynon in the neck at a house party. Two of his companions received reduced sentences in restitution for their involvement in the homicide. A juvenile will serve a minimum of sixteen years in prison for fatally stabbing another boy at a house party with a large hunting-style weapon. Mikey Roynon, age 16, was fatally stabbed in the back of the neck in Bath in June of the previous year.
People revolted by ‘waffle stomping’ shower habit revelation
Social media users were appalled to discover that 'waffle stomping' was deemed 'unhygienic' and 'an error' by medical professionals.'  Andrew Carpenter, an Australian attorney, recirculated a Reddit post in which a man describes his wife's revolting bathing habit, sparking considerable online discussion. The male stated in the original 2022 post that their wife poops in the shower and then stomps it down the drain. 'This is no comedy.'