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16 Aug 2024
#politics
Le Monde: In Thailand, the heiress of a political dynasty takes power
In the shadowy alleys of Thai politics, Paetongtarn Shinawatra climbs to the apex, a mere 37 years old, weaving through a tapestry of betrayals and family legacies. Elected on August 16, she’s the youngest prime minister, following a tumultuous path littered with coups and court intrigues.
Her ascent is a delicate dance with a coalition of former enemies, echoing her uncle Thaksin's shadowy return from exile. But the constitutional court’s heavy hand looms large, a reminder that power in Bangkok is a slippery beast, often tamed by those who emerge from the darkness.
#society
The Telegraph: Over 100 Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian village killing one
In the dark of night, over a hundred extremist Israeli settlers unleashed chaos in Jit, a Palestinian village, setting homes ablaze and claiming at least one life. The violence sparked international condemnation, highlighting a persistent cycle of hatred and retribution.
Israeli authorities promised action, but skepticism lingers as accusations mount regarding their complicity in the violence. Calls for accountability echo from the US and Europe as the relentless cycle of bloodshed grips the region.
The Telegraph: Beaming Kim Jong-un surrounded by weeping North Korean children displaced by flooding
In the shadow of his own fortress, Kim Jong-un sits in a lavish dining hall while tears flow from hungry children, a stark contrast to his iron grip on power. Rains unleashed chaos across North Korea, yet he rebuffs offers of help, claiming his regime is already in control.
Flood-weary crowds have swarmed the capital, but Kim’s veneer remains intact, with state media hailing his visits like a twisted pageantry. Meanwhile, the toll rises—a stifled 1,500 feared lost to the waters, while the leader plays the part, oblivious to the real suffering.
GB News: Free speech activists launch 'FIGHT BACK' amid fears of 'chilling' crackdown by Starmer after riots
Free speech advocates are stepping up amid fears of a crackdown in Britain, triggered by unrest following the tragic murder of three schoolgirls. The Free Speech Union is offering legal support for those questioned by police about their comments, including a woman arrested for misidentifying the suspect.
With growing anxiety over potential legal repercussions for social media posts, the FSU emphasizes that misinformation isn't currently a crime. They claim opponents' tactics, linked to Keir Starmer, stifle free expression and have sparked widespread concern.
#culture
Le Monde: Gena Rowlands, interpreter of every nuance of the female experience
Gena Rowlands, a luminary of film, passed away at 94, leaving behind a legacy of roles that captured the deep fatigue and loneliness of women. Her partnership with John Cassavetes forged a path of artistic freedom that many tried but few could replicate.
In life and art, Rowlands embodied the essence of womanhood—complex, vulnerable, and resilient. Her journey from a sickly child to a revolutionary actress is a testament to the depths of female experience she so profoundly represented.
#health
Fox News: Cure for men's hair loss could be found in sugar stored in the body, study suggests
In a twist that could ease the bald woes of many, researchers at the University of Sheffield found a sugar in the body, 2-deoxy-D-ribose, may promote hair regrowth. Mice treated with it showed budding strands around wounds, hinting at a natural remedy's potential.
While the findings spark hope, experts warn that this road is long. More trials are necessary to ensure it’s not a fleeting fad but a genuine treatment for alopecia. Cautious optimism is the name of the game.
GB News: Mpox outbreaks 'should be taken seriously': Doctor's stark warning as first case confirmed in Europe
A new variant of mpox, clade 1b, has emerged from Congo, showing alarming contagion and nasty symptoms like high fever and rashes. The WHO has declared it an emergency, emphasizing the need for a global response to tackle this looming health crisis.
Dr. David Lloyd warns its severity is particularly dire for vulnerable groups, including children and pregnant women. Its spread is largely through skin contact and droplet transmission, urging immediate attention to curb its rise.
#crime
GB News: Two children aged 7 among five kids and one adult shot on residential street as five teenagers arrested
On a quiet afternoon in Sheffield, a residential street turned into a scene of chaos as an air rifle took aim, injuring five children and a woman. The police swooped in, arresting five teens, but the danger sank deep into the night, leaving questions hanging in the air.
Three of the kids now face surgery to extract pellets lodged in their young bodies, while the police seek witnesses to unravel the threads of this disturbing tale. Justice might take its time, but the echoes of that shot will linger long after it's put to rest.