Here is a weekly roundup of major world events: the U.S. election, the war in Ukraine, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and more. This week, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines, against medical groups' guidance. Meanwhile, Israeli settlers' siege of Palestinian homes drew a sharp U.S. rebuke. Ukrainian drones struck a major refinery deep inside Russia, setting it ablaze. These events highlight tensions in global politics.
In sports, NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson is set to leave NASCAR with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. In technology, a jury found Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial. This decision could set an important precedent for social media companies' responsibility.
In health, Trump's vaccine plan would require millions of individual shots last used decades ago, raising doctors' concerns. Also, tips on brain health and coping with in-flight anxiety were provided.
In the natural world, capybaras kept their chill while crashing the Brazilian legislature. In Argentina, a viral phenomenon has young people identifying themselves as animals. In Chilean Patagonia, a humpback whale briefly swallowed a kayaker, captured on camera. A raccoon went on a drunken rampage in a Virginia liquor store and passed out on the bathroom floor. At Berlin Zoo, Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday.
These events reflect changes and challenges across various sectors around the world. We will continue to monitor these developments and provide readers with full information.