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Ofcom is investigating X over reports of sexual deepfakes created by Grok AI. UK officials warn X could be blocked if it fails to remove illegal content. The probe follows global backlash and temporary bans of Grok's image feature.
January 12, 2026
First-time pass rates for Israel's bar exam neared 68 percent, with university graduates leading and significant gaps persisting among repeat examinees and college graduates. Overall pass rates and scores varied widely by institution and internship placement.
NewYorkTimesBiggest FA Cup shock ever, Wrexham heroics. Plus: Carrick favourite for Man Utd interim roleJanuary 12, 2026
Macclesfield FC stunned Crystal Palace in a historic FA Cup upset, while Manchester City thrashed Exeter City. Wrexham and Barcelona also claimed dramatic wins, and Manchester United's search for a new manager continues.
TimesofIsrael3 sentenced for looting Nova compound on Oct. 8: 'Complete betrayal of social solidarity'January 12, 2026
Three Beersheba residents received prison sentences for looting the Nova festival site after the attack that killed hundreds. The court called their actions a betrayal of social solidarity. They were fined and sentenced to between 36 and 40 months in prison.
A former child abuse prosecutor shares insights on the challenges of prosecuting abuse cases and emphasizes the importance of prevention through education and clear policies. She encourages parents and organizations to teach children about body autonomy and foster open communication.
January 12, 2026
Three men were sentenced to prison for looting the Nova festival site after the October 7 massacre, stealing from victims and survivors. The court called the crimes a moral collapse and imposed substantial sentences to reflect their gravity.
ArutzShevaExtreme left attempting to pressure Justice Sohlberg to join efforts to oust Min. Ben GvirJanuary 12, 2026
A senior legal source claims far-left commentators are pressuring Justice Noam Sohlberg to support removing National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. The campaign seeks to expand judicial activism, even in the absence of an indictment.
YNetIran uses military jamming to block Starlink, tightening grip on internet access amidJanuary 12, 2026
Iran is using military jamming to block satellite internet, causing widespread outages and fragmented connectivity. Experts say the scale of disruption is unprecedented.
Iran says it is ready for war or talks amid a deadly crackdown on widespread protests. Reports indicate hundreds may have been killed and thousands arrested, as authorities impose an internet blackout and organize pro-government rallies.
FoxNews'PBS News Weekend' airs final episode after Trump's public media spending cutsJanuary 12, 2026
'PBS News Weekend' aired its final episode after federal spending cuts led to its cancellation. The show ended following the loss of funding for public media, with anchor John Yang and colleagues expressing gratitude to viewers. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting also announced its closure due to the cuts.
Norway has been ranked the happiest country for expats and families, thanks to its strong healthcare, education, and safety. The country scored highest in a recent study, with most families reporting high levels of happiness. Other Northern European countries also performed well in the rankings.
TimesofIsraelCoalition advances bill to repeal a criminal charge that Netanyahu is on trial forJanuary 12, 2026
Coalition lawmakers are advancing a bill to repeal the crime of fraud and breach of trust, a charge Prime Minister Netanyahu currently faces. The bill aims to clarify corruption-related offenses and is expected to be discussed next week.



