Occupied Territories Bill: Ireland’s proposed ban on importing goods from Israeli settlements faces fresh scrutiny after officials reportedly excluded services, with critics saying it may fall short of international human rights law. Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: The UN says nearly 1.7M displaced Palestinians—about 80% of Gaza’s population—are trapped in dire conditions across 1,600 sites, with severe shortages of water, shelter, and basic services. Journalism Under Fire: The NUJ and partners condemn continued targeted attacks on Palestinian and Lebanese journalists, citing dozens killed since Oct 2023. Children Targeted: A UN inquiry says Israeli forces deliberately inflicted death and severe harm on Palestinian children, framing it as part of a strategy to destroy the future of Palestinians. Football as Escape: In Gaza, World Cup viewing is a rare break from fear—while a women’s amputee team keeps training, turning sport into resilience. Arts & Censorship: A new guide for artists urges creators to defend their work amid rising cancellations and pressure to alter politically charged art. NYC Coffee Culture Clash: A Brooklyn café banned Rep. Dan Goldman over Israel-related comments, and the DOJ opened a civil rights investigation. Literary Spotlight: Randa Abdel-Fattah’s “Discipline” and other titles land on the Miles Franklin shortlist, keeping Palestine-linked debate in the spotlight.