During Israeli shelling in Gaza, a Palestinian doctor, unable to reach a hospital, amputated his niece's leg at their home. The Israeli government claims that hospitals are being used by Hamas for their terror activities. Consequently, there have been numerous amputations as a result of the Israeli offensive. The United Nations has accused Israel of limiting access to aid in the region.

In an AC Milan game against Udinese, racial abuse was directed towards goalkeeper Mike Maignan, prompting the players to temporarily leave the field in protest. Persistent racist chanting from fans highlights the deep-rooted issue of racism in Italian football.

In Massachusetts, a hospital, Milford Regional Medical Center, is facing backlash for implementing policies that could potentially deny care to patients based on their use of offensive words or actions. The Chief Medical Officer warned that any comments or behavior related to race, religion, gender, or personal traits deemed unwelcome might result in denial of care. Critics argue that the hospital is prioritizing political correctness over patient well-being.

In Iraq, multiple rockets were launched at the Al-Asad Airbase, injuring U.S. personnel and an Iraqi security force member. A group of Iran-backed Iraqi militants has claimed responsibility for the attack. These incidents have seen a surge since the onset of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

The Digest, 1/20/2024 @400PM, CDT

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