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Lebanon says 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes

Lebanon's prime minister denounced the attacks on villages in southern Lebanon for targeting civilians in their homes. Israel said it was firing on Hezbollah infrastructure.

  • Eleven killed in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday
  • Deadliest attacks since truce with Hezbollah nearly two months ago
  • Iran-backed Hezbollah defies with defiance

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Aceh Peace Day Tribute Turns Violent as Crowd Clashes with Police

A riot erupted during the commemoration of the 21st Aceh Peace Day at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque (MRB) in Banda Aceh City.

  • Riot erupts during Aceh Peace Day commemoration at Baiturrahman Grand Mosque
  • Flag replaced with crescent-star flag triggers police gunfire
  • Tear gas and water cannons used to disperse crowd

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UK’s leader calls for reflection after the death of former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism

LONDON (AP) — Britain’s prime minister called for reflection on Saturday after a Black professor who faced a storm of plagiarism accusations died suddenly, days after resigning from a prestigious role…

  • British Prime Minister Andy Burnham calls for reflection and mourning.
  • Jason Arday, 41, found dead in south London home after resignation.
  • Arday's family alleges years of harassment and abuse following appointment.

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#OsunDecides: Gov Adeleke displeased with initial reports

Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, said he was not satisfied with the preliminary reports he received on the ongoing governorship election.

  • Governor Ademola Adeleke unhappy with initial election reports
  • BIVAS machines malfunctioning, causing delays in Osun
  • Thugs intimidating voters in Olorunda, Irewole councils

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What is the connection between Zionism and planting trees in Israel?

Trees have repeatedly been destroyed by war, fires, and other causes, but we have always planted again as an expression of Jewish resilience and rebuilding.

  • Torah prohibits unnecessary destruction of resources (bal tashhit)
  • Trees protected during ancient wars, fruit trees preserved
  • Planting trees today benefits future generations
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