Israel’s War On Gaza Live: ‘Catastrophic Hunger’ As 8,000 Children At Risk – The primary sticking point on ceasefire and captive negotiations is Hamas’s demand for the Israeli government to commit to a permanent end to the fighting, the Times of Israel reports, citing two officials close to the matter. [aljazeera]
Argentina: Violent Protests As Senators Back Austerity Measures Of President Milei – Approval gives initial victory to Javier Milei, who has set out agenda of radical economic deregulation but has not yet passed a single piece of legislation. [guardian]
American Tourist Dies, Wife Badly Injured After Being Electrocuted In Hot Tub At Mexican Resort – An American tourist died and his wife was badly injured while lounging in a hot tub at a private Mexican resort Tuesday — and authorities believe they were likely electrocuted by the malfunctioning device. [nypost]
Greece: Athens Closes Acropolis And Schools As Heatwave Strikes – An excessive heat warning has been issued by Greece’s weather service from Wednesday morning to 8pm on Thursday, with forecasts saying Athens will see conditions just below 40C. [sky]
Biplanes Are Back, Bigger And Bolder Than Ever – New models, based on 1930s designs, are attracting experienced pilots, while newbie fliers are gravitating to vintage aircraft. Classic design and bespoke craftsmanship are the common denominators. [robbreport]
Stellenbosch University Adopts Recommendation Residence Be Closed – Stellenbosch University (SU) said on Wednesday its rectorate has accepted the principal recommendation of a panel that the Wilgenhof residence be closed. [timeslive]
