Gaza students killed while waiting for visas to study abroad

Jimmy Lai, a former media mogul and prominent critic of Beijing, has been convicted in Hong Kong for violating the national security law imposed by China. This verdict, delivered without a jury, has raised significant concerns regarding judicial independence and media freedom in the region.

A report from Canada's Integrated Threat Assessment Centre, obtained by Global News, indicates that while there are no credible threats to Jewish holiday events in Canada, an attack remains a 'realistic possibility.' This assessment highlights ongoing concerns regarding safety during significant cultural celebrations.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected Israel's attempt to block an investigation into alleged war crimes committed during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision comes amidst increasing international scrutiny regarding the humanitarian crisis resulting from Israel's military actions in the region.

Civil Defence teams in Gaza have managed to recover 20 bodies of Palestinians from the rubble of collapsed buildings, a challenging task exacerbated by severe winter storms that have struck the region. The harsh weather conditions have made rescue operations increasingly difficult, highlighting the precarious situation faced by many in the area.

Israel has intensified its demolition of buildings in Gaza, as evidenced by satellite images showing ongoing destruction behind the newly established 'yellow line.' Experts have raised concerns that these actions may violate the Geneva Convention, which protects civilian structures during conflicts.

Recent storms in Gaza have led to the collapse of war-damaged buildings, resulting in civilian casualties and heightened fears among the Palestinian population. The destruction has exacerbated the already precarious living conditions for many families still recovering from ongoing conflict.

Gaza's residents are facing deadly winter storms that have led to the collapse of war-damaged homes, exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the region. Many families are living in makeshift shelters that are ill-equipped to withstand harsh weather conditions, resulting in increased vulnerability to the elements.

A recent study indicates that glaciers in the European Alps are projected to reach their peak rate of extinction in eight years, with over 100 glaciers expected to melt away permanently by 2033. This trend is mirrored in the western US and Canada, where more than 800 glaciers are anticipated to disappear annually by the end of the decade.