Three Israeli hostages, Sgt. Ron Sherman, Cpl. Nik Beizer, and Elia Toledano, died as a “byproduct” of an Israeli airstrike targeting Hamas commander Ahmed Ghandour in Gaza, according to the IDF. The November 10 airstrike likely caused their deaths, possibly by suffocation in a collapsed tunnel. The IDF knew hostages were in the tunnel complex but believed they were elsewhere. Beizer’s mother criticized the IDF for not considering the possibility of hostages being used as human shields. The hostages were captured during Hamas’ takeover of the Erez Crossing and a music festival. Ava Sinclair 16/09/2024 2:00 am
All flights at Shanghai’s two airports will be canceled from 8 p.m. local time Sunday as Typhoon Bebinca approaches, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The typhoon, a few hundred kilometers off the coast, is expected to make landfall after midnight Monday. The China Meteorological Administration issued a red alert, warning of winds up to 151 km/h and heavy rain. Shanghai Railway Station and some ferries have also suspended services. Resorts like Shanghai Disney Resort are temporarily closed. Bebinca could be the strongest cyclone to hit Shanghai since 1949. Ava Sinclair 16/09/2024 2:00 am
On September 13, 2024, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Joe Biden discussed allowing Kyiv to use long-range missiles against Russia. This followed President Zelensky’s U.S. visit and raised significant NATO and international security concerns. No public decision was announced, likely due to Russian President Putin’s warning on September 12 that such a move would involve NATO in direct conflict with Russia, prompting potential Russian countermeasures. Penelope Kingsley 16/09/2024 2:00 am
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s plan to increase the number of doctors initially boosted his approval rate, addressing a shortage in rural areas. However, over 10,000 trainee doctors protested, claiming the proposal was ineffective. Seven months later, the plan is now a major reason for disapproval, with Yoon’s approval at its lowest. The healthcare system is strained, with major hospitals conducting fewer surgeries and emergency services struggling. Despite government assurances, patients and families feel anxious. Suh Yiseul’s son, Kai, awaits a biopsy for his rare disorder, highlighting the crisis’s personal impact. Ava Sinclair 15/09/2024 10:30 pm
The Israeli military admitted a “high probability” that its air strike caused the deaths of three Israeli captives in Gaza on November 10, 2023. The captives, Corporal Nik Beizer, Sergeant Ron Sherman, and French-Israeli Elia Toledano, were in a tunnel targeted to eliminate Hamas commander Ahmed Ghandour. The military was unaware of their presence and had information suggesting they were elsewhere. The captives were among 250 kidnapped by Hamas on October 7. The admission could pressure Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government and is seen as an “embarrassment” due to intelligence failures. Noah Prescott 15/09/2024 10:30 pm
At least eight people died in a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France, French maritime authorities said. The tragedy occurred near Ambleteuse when a boat carrying 59 migrants ran aground. Despite rescue efforts, eight people died, and six were hospitalized, including a 10-month-old baby. Survivors came from Eritrea, Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan, Egypt, and Iran. Fifty-one survivors were taken to a reception center in Toulouse. An investigation has been opened. This incident follows another recent tragedy in the Channel that left 12 dead. Noah Prescott 15/09/2024 10:30 pm
More than 100 people have died in Myanmar due to flooding and mudslides caused by Typhoon Yagi. Official reports confirm 113 deaths and 64 missing, though regional sources suggest higher numbers. Over 320,000 people have evacuated to shelters. The storm, downgraded to a tropical depression, has devastated infrastructure, destroying nearly 66,000 houses and displacing over 236,000 people. The hardest-hit areas include Kayah, Kayin, Mandalay, Mon, and Shan states. Unofficial reports indicate the death toll could be as high as 230 in some regions. Noah Prescott 15/09/2024 10:30 pm
At least eight people died in a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France, French maritime authorities said. The incident occurred near Ambleteuse, where a boat in distress was spotted. Rescue services assisted 53 migrants, but eight died despite emergency care. Six were hospitalized, including a baby. Survivors, from various countries, were taken to a sports hall. An investigation is underway. This tragedy follows a similar incident two weeks prior. UK officials expressed sadness and emphasized efforts to combat criminal gangs involved in such crossings. UK PM Keir Starmer will discuss the issue with Italy’s PM. Penelope Kingsley 15/09/2024 7:00 pm
A Russian strike on a 12-story apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine, injured at least 41 people, including three children, with fears others are trapped under rubble. Fourteen people were hospitalized, and one person is missing. A resident and his dog were rescued from a smoke-filled apartment. The strike caused a fire, destroyed three apartments, and damaged dozens of cars. Evacuations and rescue operations are ongoing. Ukrainian officials condemned the attack as a violation of human rights and international law. Noah Prescott 15/09/2024 7:00 pm
Nine people were injured as they ran to shelters after a ballistic missile from Yemen landed near Tel Aviv, Israel. The missile, claimed by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels, caused air raid sirens to sound, including at Ben Gurion airport. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed retaliation. The missile landed in an open field, causing no deaths or serious damage. The IDF confirmed several interception attempts. Houthi rebels warned of more strikes, stating the missile targeted a military site in Jaffa. Emergency services reported the injured were in mild condition. Ava Sinclair 15/09/2024 3:30 pm
