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17 Jan 2025

#politics

Le Monde: How Gaddafi bankrolled Africa
How Gaddafi bankrolled Africa
Nicolas Sarkozy and three former French ministers are on trial in Paris, accused of a corruption pact with Muammar Gaddafi, who allegedly financed Sarkozy's 2007 presidential campaign. Sarkozy denies the accusations as the trial unfolds, expected to last until April 10.

Gaddafi, known for his controversial political tactics, reportedly used gifts and cash to secure loyalty from various leaders, suggesting this may not be his first instance of corruption.


#society

GB News: Sadiq Khan blasted after ‘outrageous’ response to grooming gangs question: 'Not taking it seriously!'
Sadiq Khan blasted after ‘outrageous’ response to grooming gangs question: 'Not taking it seriously!'
Reform UK member Alex Wilson criticized Mayor Sadiq Khan for not addressing the grooming gangs issue seriously during a City Hall exchange. Khan's repeated requests for clarification on the term "grooming gangs" frustrated Wilson, who accused the Mayor of evading responsibility.

Wilson expressed outrage over Khan's approach and highlighted a lack of cross-party cooperation in the London Assembly. This exchange occurred just before the announcement of £10 million in funding for local reviews into grooming gangs by the Labour Home Secretary.


Forbes: Fire At One Of The World’s Largest Battery Storage Plants Triggers Evacuations Near California’s Monterey Bay
Fire At One Of The World’s Largest Battery Storage Plants Triggers Evacuations Near California’s Monterey Bay
A fire at Moss Landing Power Plant in California prompted evacuation orders for 1,500 residents and the closure of part of Highway 1. The fire, detected in the plant's grid battery storage facility, raised concerns over hazardous materials, leading authorities to issue safety warnings.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, with personnel evacuated from the site. Moss Landing is known for being one of the world's largest grid battery storage facilities, operated by Vistra Energy. A previous fire occurred at a nearby PG&E battery facility in 2022.


#foreignaffairs

The Telegraph: Battle Lines: Gaza ceasefire: How Hamas and Israel’s worst war changed history
Battle Lines: Gaza ceasefire: How Hamas and Israel’s worst war changed history
A ceasefire has been established in Gaza, with discussions focusing on its implications for Israel, Hamas, and global dynamics. The agreement has elicited varied reactions, including from residents in Gaza and families of hostages affected by the conflict.

The situation remains complex as stakeholders assess the ceasefire's potential impact on future relations and stability in the region.


#health

Fox News: Surgeon shares story of insurance provider calling during patient's surgery
Surgeon shares story of insurance provider calling during patient's surgery
Dr. Elisabeth Potter, a plastic surgeon in Texas, interrupted surgery to take a call from a patient's insurance provider, UnitedHealthcare. Concerned about potential denial of coverage, she decided to respond despite the unusual nature of the call coming during an operation.

Potter expressed frustration over the insurance system's focus on bureaucracy rather than patient care, noting the challenges faced by both patients and providers in navigating health insurance. UnitedHealthcare later stated that no physician should be required to leave surgery for insurance matters.