The father of Tanzanian hostage Joshua Loitu Mollel thanked Israel and its military for bringing his son's body home from Gaza. Joshua was killed after being seized by Hamas while working in Israel.

A United Nations Security Council delegation visited Syria for the first time, pledging support for the country's transition. The visit focused on rebuilding trust and supporting Syria's sovereignty and future. Diplomats also discussed reconstruction and regional security.

Parents are finding inventive ways to keep the Elf on the Shelf tradition fresh, balancing creativity with the pressures of daily staging. While some go all out, others keep it simple or enlist help, making the tradition both joyful and sometimes exhausting. The elf remains a beloved part of holiday memories for many families.

BBC director-general Tim Davie has ordered all staff to complete compulsory antisemitism training within six months. The move follows calls from Jewish staff for an investigation into alleged discrimination at the broadcaster. Critics say the BBC has failed to address their concerns and are demanding real action.

Administrators aim to sell Petrofac's North Sea operations by Christmas, potentially affecting thousands of UK jobs. Bids have been narrowed to a handful of contenders. Sales of other parts of the business are planned for next year.

China has announced $100 million in aid for the Palestinian Authority to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The move was revealed during talks with France, as both countries pledged to seek a lasting solution to the Palestinian issue.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says his proposed budget will break up monopolies and lower living costs, but opposition leader Yair Lapid warns it will raise taxes and hurt the middle class. The government faces a tight deadline to approve the budget or trigger early elections.

Ambassador Mike Huckabee opened the Ambassador Program in Jerusalem, urging Christian leaders to stand with Israel and confront misinformation. The event highlighted Israel's strategic and moral importance, and called for global support against extremism and disinformation.

Wiz will lease discounted office space in Tel Aviv's Landmark 2 tower as part of a Cyberstarts initiative to cluster portfolio companies. Some startups are hesitant to join, citing competition and building concerns.

The International Criminal Court faces major challenges at its annual meeting, including sanctions, leadership turmoil, and member withdrawals. Delegates are debating the court's future as it seeks renewed support amid growing pressure.

Saudi Arabia's Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company has announced new partnerships in Asia to expand carbon credit trading and project development. The agreements aim to strengthen the company's presence in Asian markets and support the growth of a transparent carbon market in the region.

A new service in Israel allows couples to marry under Jewish law without the Chief Rabbinate and still be officially registered. This offers a new path for traditional weddings with civil recognition.