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Questions are being raised about the motive behind an attack on Flight 1073, with observers divided over whether the incident was a deliberate crash or an act of terrorism. The Guardian reports that speculation is ongoing as investigators work to establish what happened and who was responsible.
- 2SOS Humanity warns racist mobs threaten migrants in Libya●(from SOS Humanity) "RACIST MOBS THREATEN TO KILL MIGRANTS WHO HAVEN'T LEFT LIBYA BY TODAY. The emergency: • Libya is al
The rescue organisation SOS Humanity reports that racist mobs in Libya are threatening to kill migrants who fail to leave the country by a deadline set for today. It stresses that Libya is already extremely dangerous for people on the move, who risk detention in prisons where they face torture and sexual abuse, and it is urging top diplomats and the UN to act immediately to protect those under threat.
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The US Congress has passed the reauthorization of the ACT for ALS, extending federal research programs focused on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The measure continues funding for experimental therapies and research initiatives aimed at treating the progressive neurodegenerative disease. Coverage from health policy outlets highlights the extension as a step forward for the ALS community.