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The Israeli military’s announcement on Friday that the commander of the 52nd Battalion of the 401st Armored Brigade was ...
20/06/2026

The Israeli military’s announcement on Friday that the commander of the 52nd Battalion of the 401st Armored Brigade was killed in southern Lebanon has renewed scrutiny of the same unit linked to the killing of a six-year-old Palestinian girl, Hind Rajab, in Gaza.

In a statement, the army said Lt. Col. Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, 32, from Beit HaSh*ta and commander of the 52nd Battalion of the 401st Brigade, was killed along with three soldiers after their tank was targeted during operations in southern Lebanon.

According to The Times of Israel daily, Ben Simhon is the fourth commander of the 52nd Battalion to be killed or wounded since the start of Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon.

The battalion has drawn international scrutiny over its role in the killing of Hind Rajab, who died in Gaza City in January 2024 after Israeli forces struck the vehicle carrying her and several relatives.

Rajab survived the initial attack and remained trapped inside the car while speaking by phone with emergency dispatchers, according to documented accounts. An ambulance sent to rescue her was subsequently hit, killing the paramedics. Her body was found 12 days later.

The latest death follows a series of command changes within the battalion. In April 2026, the Israeli army recalled Ela to temporary service in southern Lebanon after another battalion commander was wounded.

According to The Times of Israel, Ela himself was injured in Gaza in July 2024 while leading the battalion and was succeeded by Lt. Col. Yehuda Shalev, who suffered serious injuries in October that year. The commander who followed him in Lebanon was also wounded before Ben Simhon took over.

Israel’s Channel 14 previously reported that Ela had commanded the battalion on three separate occasions since October 2023.

An Al Jazeera investigation published in October identified Ela and Aharon among Israeli officers involved in the killing of Hind Rajab, her relatives and the medics dispatched to rescue her.

Yeni Şafak

20/06/2026

A massive wave crashes over the rooftop of an oceanfront condo in Hawaii, ripping shingles away as water surges across the building.

The wave slammed into the Keauhou-Kona Surf and Racquet Condominium complex in Keauhou, sending debris flying through the air as residents watched the powerful swell roll through.

It's not the first time the property has taken a hit. The same complex was battered by enormous waves in 2022 during a major swell event linked to Hurricane Darby.

Fox News

20/06/2026

CHILD ABDUCTION ATTEMPT THWARTED AS BRAVE BYSTANDER SPRINGS INTO ACTION IN BRAZIL

A dramatic video circulating on social media has captured the terrifying moment an apparent child abduction attempt was stopped by a quick-thinking bystander in Brazil.

The footage shows a suspicious situation unfolding in public before a man, identified by viewers online as the individual wearing an open shirt, quickly recognizes that something is wrong and intervenes. His swift reaction appears to prevent the child from being taken away, drawing widespread praise from social media users who described his actions as heroic.

The disturbing clip has sparked emotional reactions across social media platforms, with many viewers admitting they had to watch the footage multiple times to fully understand what was happening. Others expressed relief that the situation did not end in tragedy.

Although details surrounding the incident remain limited, the video highlights the importance of public vigilance and the role ordinary citizens can play in protecting vulnerable children from potential danger. Child abduction cases and attempted kidnappings continue to be a major concern worldwide, with authorities often urging parents and members of the public to remain alert in crowded areas.

20/06/2026

He smashed her head into the table, knocking her out cold

And some people wonder why homeschooling is growing in popularity

Writer: Ian

20/06/2026

A woman tries to steal a Tesla and immediately fails.

She hops in and tries to drive off… but the car has other plans.

Seconds later she’s jumping out and sprinting away on foot.

Cameraman really said “not today”

Writer: Val

20/06/2026

‎Popular Nigerian content creator and actor, Jubril Oladapo Gbadamosi, widely known as Officer Woos, has denied allegations circulating on social media linking

19/06/2026

“There’s no real satisfaction in getting a medal when I've lost so much.”

Major James Capers Jr. shares his complex emotions about receiving the Medal of Honor from President Trump.

He reflects on fallen comrades and personal tragedies, including the loss of his son and wife, expressing that no award can replace what he's lost. |

19/06/2026

He almost took this guy's head off with that pole

19/06/2026

BREAKING: Italy's deputy PM and foreign minister Antonio Tajani just CANCELLED his planned diplomatic trip to Washington on monday, declaring that Trump's "serious and offensive words" directed at the prime minister "offend all of Italy."

This comes after Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni TORCHED Donald Trump after he claimed she “begged” him for a photo at the G7 and that he only took it because he “felt sorry for her.”

The Italian PM was wondering.
"I don’t know why the president of the United States behaves this way with his own allies; it’s not the first time this happens."

She went on saying, "I can only say that I’m sorry he doesn’t show the same determination with the enemies of the West, with the enemies of the United States, whose leaders he instead shows himself to be much more accommodating towards."

Italy's prime minister is a boss lady.

19/06/2026

A dramatic scene unfolded during the New York Knicks championship parade when a man suffered a medical emergency in the middle of the celebrations, prompting a group of strangers to spring into action and help save his life.

Video footage circulating on social media shows bystanders quickly gathering around the man after he reportedly became unresponsive. Witnesses can be seen working together to administer Narcan, a medication used to rapidly reverse the effects of opioid overdoses, while awaiting emergency responders.

According to accounts shared online, the quick-thinking actions of those nearby proved critical. The group, made up of individuals who did not know each other, coordinated efforts to assist the man until professional medical help arrived.

The incident has drawn widespread attention online, with many praising the strangers for their swift response and willingness to help during a life-threatening situation. Social media users described the rescue as a powerful example of community members coming together in a moment of crisis.

Officials have not publicly released details about the man’s condition, but the video has sparked conversations about the importance of carrying and knowing how to use Narcan, which has become an increasingly vital tool in responding to overdose emergencies across the United States.

The dramatic rescue served as a reminder that amid large public celebrations, ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference when every second counts.

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