Venice Shaken: Nighttime Assaults Stir Fear, Prompt Safety and Social Debates in Scenic Canals Neighborhood

Venice, CA — The serene setting of the Venice Canals, lined with multimillion-dollar homes and frequented by leisurely strollers, was shattered by brutal assaults that occurred late one night, leaving the community grappling with issues of safety and homelessness. The picturesque neighborhood, known for its waterways and bridges reminiscent of the Italian city it’s named after, faced unexpected violence that has since heightened concerns over its unhoused residents. Mary Klein, a 55-year-old sculptor and resident, …

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Debates Intensify Over Gaza War Casualty Numbers Amid Changing Data Collection Methods

Gaza City, Palestine – As the Israel-Hamas war rages on in Gaza since October 7, the accuracy of casualty numbers has become a contentious issue. The Hamas-run health ministry reports over 30,000 deaths, without differentiating between civilians and combatants. Previous conflicts in Gaza have seen Gazan authorities’ death tolls align closely with UN and IDF estimates, though distinctions between civilians and combatants have been debated. The current conflict presents new challenges in data collection, as …

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