The conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip has resulted in unprecedented death and destruction, with over 18,000 Palestinians killed and 80% of the population displaced. The United States has been increasingly isolated in its support of Israel, with the UN, EU and other countries calling for an immediate cease-fire. Protests around the world have been met with a heavy-handed response from Israeli security forces. The international community is now calling for both sides to come to the negotiating table and find a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
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"Gwyneth Goes Skiing" is a dance pop and electronic musical set to debut in London this December. It is based on the civil trial between Gwyneth Paltrow and Terry Sanderson, and is produced by Awkward Productions. Linus Karp and Joseph Martin will star as Paltrow and Sanderson, respectively, and the show will feature original music by Leland, best known for his work on “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
British police have launched an investigation into allegations of sexual offenses against comedian Russell Brand, which he denies. The investigation was prompted by a joint investigation from the Times of London, The Sunday Times and Channel 4 Dispatches, which included four women accusing Brand of sexual assault or rape. Brand has expressed his sadness at the allegations and is cooperating with the police, as well as seeking the support of a therapist.
Following the murder charge of a police marksman in the fatal shooting of an unarmed Black man, London's police force is facing a debate over the use of armed officers and questions about the use of lethal force and accountability of officers accused of wrongdoing. The police force is reviewing its policies and procedures in light of the incident.
Russell Brand, an actor and comedian, has been accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse by four women. His management agency, Tavistock Wood Management Agency, has terminated their professional ties with him and released a statement saying they were "horribly misled" by him. Brand performed a sold-out stand-up show on Saturday, alluding to the allegations but not discussing them. No charges have been filed against him yet.
Daniel Abed Khalife, a former soldier accused of terrorism charges, escaped from Wandsworth Prison on Wednesday and was captured in Chiswick, west London on Saturday. He is accused of planting fake bombs at a military base and gathering information "that could be useful to an enemy". His escape has sparked criticism from political opponents and an investigation from the government. He is expected to appear in court on Monday.
Reza "Ray" Baluchi, a Florida ultra-marathoner and peace activist, was arrested last week by the U.S. Coast Guard after attempting to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a homemade "human-powered hamster wheel". Baluchi had refused to get off the vessel and had threatened to harm himself or the crew when the Coast Guard attempted to board the vessel. This is reportedly the fourth time Baluchi has attempted to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a homemade vessel. The U.S. Coast Guard said they take "all maritime threats seriously" and will use all available resources to ensure the safety of life at sea.
A former British Army soldier facing terrorism charges has escaped from a London prison, prompting a massive manhunt. Daniel Abed Khalife, 21, was reported missing from Wandsworth prison and is believed to have crawled under a delivery van wearing chef's garb. He is accused of planting fake bombs at a military base and violating the Official Secrets Act. Police are conducting checks at airports and have appealed to the public for help, but no information has been released on Khalife's whereabouts.