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Israel Enacts Controversial Death Penalty Law Targeting Palestinians

  Soldiers carry the coffin of Israeli soldier Sergeant Liran Ben Zion, who, according to the Israeli army, was killed in combat in southern Lebanon. Israel’s parliament has approved a controversial new law making the death penalty the default punishment for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks, sparking intense criticism from rights groups and international observers. The measure, championed by far‑right members of the governing coalition, is set to take effect within 30 days and has already prompted legal challenges and diplomatic condemnation.  Israel’s parliament has passed a landmark—and highly contentious—law establishing the death penalty as the default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of lethal attacks against Israelis. The bill, long pushed by far‑right members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition, mandates execution by hanging and requires sentencing within 90 days, with no right to clemency.  The legislation applies spec...

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Teen Injured After Fall from Ride at Canada’s Wonderland

 

A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after falling from a ride at Canada’s Wonderland in Vaughan, Ontario. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the teenager was on the “Swing of the Century” ride. 

Eyewitness accounts suggest that the fall, which happened around 2:30 p.m., was the result of a medical episode. Operators of the ride reported a “guest injury,” and park medical staff and paramedics responded promptly. The safety of guests and associates remains a top priority as an incident investigation is underway.


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