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Over the past days, multiple airline incidents have occurred, including emergency landings due to smoke, medical emergencies causing flight diversions, and disputes over mobility aid policies. These events underscore ongoing safety, technical, and accessibility challenges faced by airlines globally, affecting passengers' safety and rights.
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A Qantas flight returned to Sydney after a cargo door was left open, while two Endeavor Air jets collided at LaGuardia, injuring a crew member. A Fiji Airways flight also experienced a bird strike after takeoff from Christchurch. These incidents highlight ongoing safety issues in aviation.
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Three personal stories highlight the impact of burnout, immigration challenges, and life changes. A London-based freelancer shares her quiet quitting journey, a Parisian romance unfolds after burnout, and a US student faces surveillance and immigration issues amid activism. These stories reveal the human toll of modern pressures.
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As of November 27, 2025, the US has boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing unsubstantiated claims of persecution against white Afrikaners and land confiscation. South Africa, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, condemned the boycott as based on misinformation and confirmed its full G20 membership. Despite US absence, the summit proceeded with a declaration addressing global challenges, supported by most members except the US and Argentina.
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On November 22, 2025, Australia and Turkey resolved a multi-year dispute over hosting the 2026 UN climate summit, COP31. Turkey will host the summit in Antalya, while Australia will preside over negotiations and lead pre-COP events focused on Pacific climate financing. The deal ends a deadlock that risked defaulting the summit to Germany and drew criticism from Pacific nations.
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On November 14, 2025, 153 Palestinians fled Gaza via a chartered flight from Israel through Kenya to Johannesburg. Initially denied entry due to missing Israeli exit stamps and unclear travel plans, 130 were later admitted after the NGO Gift of the Givers offered accommodation. The flights were organised by Al-Majd Europe, linked to an Israeli-Estonian operator and Israeli military facilitation, sparking concerns over forced displacement amid Gaza's conflict.
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The upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg is impacted by the US and China boycotts. The US is withdrawing over South Africa's stance on racial policies, while China is reducing travel. South Africa aims to highlight global issues like climate change, debt, and inequality despite these absences.
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Leaders gather in South Africa for the G20 summit, where 19 countries signed a declaration on global issues, including renewable energy and debt relief. The US boycotted, citing disagreements. South Africa's presidency led to a consensus, amid global conflicts and economic challenges.
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The G20 summit in South Africa concluded with tensions over the presidency handover, as the U.S. boycotted the event citing alleged anti-white policies. Despite this, the summit highlighted issues like global inequality, debt relief, climate resilience, and regional trade, emphasizing South Africa's focus on inclusive development for the Global South.
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President Trump boycotted the G20 summit hosted by South Africa, citing claims of white persecution. South Africa pushed for a declaration on global issues, but US opposition hindered consensus. The summit focused on climate, development, and inequality, with US and South Africa at odds.
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Western officials, including EU and US representatives, have expressed skepticism about a US-led peace plan for Ukraine. They emphasize the need for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and European integration, while highlighting major flaws in the proposed agreement. The plan's future remains uncertain.
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On December 4, 2025, the US and Kenya signed a $2.5 billion, five-year health agreement replacing previous USAID programs dismantled earlier this year. Kenya will increase domestic health spending by $850 million. Meanwhile, US-South Africa relations remain strained after the US boycotted the recent G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing unsubstantiated claims of white farmer persecution and refusing to recognize South Africa's G20 presidency transfer.
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Four South Africans were detained at Johannesburg airport en route to Russia, suspected of recruiting men to fight in Ukraine. The arrests follow reports of 17 others stranded in Ukraine, linked to allegations involving Zuma's daughter. An investigation is underway into illegal foreign military assistance.