The Israeli embassy has expressed its deep concern over chants of “death to the IDF” made by Bob Vylan at Glastonbury, with police investigating the incident. The band also displayed a screen quoting a claim of Israeli genocide, during the performance, and the Culture Secretary has sought an explanation from the BBC. The BBC, which issued a warning during its iPlayer stream of the performance, has no plans to make the performance available on demand. Glastonbury Festival has stated it does not condone hate speech or incitement to violence.
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A flurry of 911 calls from the ICE detention site near San Antonio is painting a disturbing picture, and the subject matter of these calls is alarming. These calls, originating from within the walls of the facility, speak volumes about the conditions endured by those detained. Reports suggest that calls from staff, detainees, and visiting family members have all highlighted a range of serious issues.
The conditions described inside, from reports of suicide attempts and allegations of sexual abuse to the health issues faced by pregnant inmates, are troubling. Immigrant advocates are raising serious concerns, and the focus is on the South Texas ICE Processing Center (“Pearsall”).… Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Washington state over Senate Bill 5375, a new law requiring clergy to report sexual abuse, due to its potential impact on the confidentiality of confession. The DOJ argues that the law infringes upon religious freedom protections guaranteed by the First Amendment. The lawsuit aligns with the concerns of Catholic bishops in Washington, who also filed their own suit against the state to block the law. A hearing is expected this summer, with the outcome potentially impacting similar laws in other states.
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Following Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s declaration of victory over Israel, Donald Trump responded with a series of statements on Truth Social. Trump claimed to have saved Khamenei from being killed, highlighting his role in preventing a large-scale Israeli attack. He also noted his prior attempts to ease sanctions on Iran, which he then reversed. Trump warned that Iran needed to re-enter the “World Order” and further stated that he would absolutely consider another strike if Iran rebuilt its uranium enrichment capabilities.
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) reports that Hamas has placed bounties on the heads of its workers, including U.S. security personnel and local aid staff, offering monetary rewards for their injury or death. This follows a previous attack by Hamas on GHF workers that resulted in 12 deaths and instances of torture. GHF is calling on the international community to condemn Hamas’ actions and support their aid efforts, which have already distributed nearly 50 million meals. The organization recently received a $30 million funding boost from the U.S. State Department.
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Senator Scott Wiener has officially filed paperwork to run for the congressional seat currently held by Nancy Pelosi, with intentions to run in 2028. This move follows Wiener’s previous statements expressing interest in the seat whenever Pelosi decides to step down. Should Pelosi run for reelection in 2026, she would be competing against Saikat Chakrabarti. Wiener expressed his dedication to the people of San Francisco and emphasized the honor it would be to represent the city in Congress.
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In a joint operation, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated Hakham Muhammad Issa Al-Issa, a founder of Hamas and head of its combat support headquarters, in Gaza City. Issa, who played a significant role in the October 7th massacre and was rebuilding Hamas’s organizational systems, was killed in an airstrike. Additionally, the IDF killed Abbas Al-Hassan Wahbi, a Hezbollah terrorist responsible for intelligence in the ‘Radwan Force’ Battalion, in southern Lebanon. Both actions were part of ongoing efforts to counter threats and rebuild capabilities.
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Adriana Smith, the Georgia woman kept on life support due to the state’s abortion law, was laid to rest Saturday in an Atlanta suburb. Smith was declared brain-dead in February while nine weeks pregnant and, under Georgia’s LIFE Act, remained on life support until her son, Chance, was born prematurely. After Chance’s birth in June, Smith was taken off life support and the funeral service drew a crowd of family, friends, and fellow nurses to honor her life, including a special tribute from the Atlanta Metropolitan Nursing Honor Guard. Smith’s son Chance remains in the neonatal intensive care unit and is expected to be okay.
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On June 27th, Michigan State Police employed a drone to resolve an hours-long hostage situation at a Saginaw Township bank. The incident began around 5:30 p.m. when a man took an employee hostage at Mercantile Bank, prompting a significant police presence and road closures along State Street. During negotiations, a drone delivered a beverage to the suspect, and when he exposed himself, a trooper shot him. The hostage was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and discharged overnight, while the bank remains closed pending the ongoing investigation.
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The funeral for slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, was attended by former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris, with a eulogy delivered by Governor Tim Walz. Despite the attendance of prominent political figures, former President Donald Trump did not attend the service and did not issue a statement about the event. The suspected perpetrator, Vance Boelter, had a list of potential targets including the Hortmans, and was described as a supporter of Trump. While the funeral was taking place, Trump spent the morning golfing and made social media posts with divisive political rhetoric.
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