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Date: 2025-05-30
Welcome to the Overnight News Digest with a crew consisting of founder Magnifico, regular editors side pocket, maggiejean, Chitown Kev, eeff, Magnifico, annetteboardman, Besame, jck, JeremyBloom, and doomandgloom. Alumni editors include (but not limited to) Interceptor 7, Man Oh Man (RIP), wader, Neon Vincent, palantir, Patriot Daily News Clearinghouse (RIP), ek hornbeck (RIP), rfall, ScottyUrb, Doctor RJ, BentLiberal, Oke (RIP) and jlms qkw. OND is a regular community feature on Daily Kos since 2007, consisting of news stories from around the world, sometimes coupled with a daily theme, original research or commentary. Editors of OND impart their own presentation styles and content choices, typically publishing each day near 12:00 AM Eastern Time. Please feel free to share your articles and stories in the comments.
Good news and weird/interesting stories above the fold; more depressing ones below:
Leo XIV: Peace is possible by ‘acknowledging, understanding, and surmounting’ disagreements By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú Pope Leo XIV on Friday stated that authentic peace “takes shape from the ground up” when the differences and conflicts they entail “are not set aside but acknowledged, understood, and surmounted.” Pope Leo began his address to members of various peace movements, whom he received May 30 at the Vatican, with the same words he greeted the faithful when he was elected on May 8: “Dear brothers and sisters, peace be with you!”
From the BBC (I read the book when I was in the UK in the fall of 2019 and I recommend it):
Woman who inspired Hollywood film relives emotions Ady Dayman & Conor O'Grady A woman who travelled across the South West Coastal Path with her terminally ill husband has said a film depicting their journey took her "right back" to those difficult moments. Raynor Winn, a writer who grew up on a farm in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, said a financial dispute meant she had lost her dream home in Wales in 2013 just days after her husband Moth was diagnosed with Corticobasal Degeneration, a rare brain disease. With nothing to lose, the couple set off on a 630-mile trek from Somerset to Dorset, via Devon and Cornwall.
From Deutsche Welle (link is to a video):
Celebrating the European Space Agency: A Select History The European Space Agency was established in 1975 when the European Launch Development Organization and European Space Research Organisation merged. It is, arguably, the second most-prominent space agency after NASA. There are so many ESA missions we could have mentioned but had to omit for lack of space — including some not-so-successful ones. Let us know if you have a favorite mission or one you would like to know more about, and we'll do our best to investigate!
Also from Deutsche Welle (link is to a video):
New technology helps tracking elephants in Zimbabwe Abubakar Said Saad 8 hours ago In Zimbabwe, people and elephants are struggling to live side by side. As climate change brings more drought and less food, elephants often wander into villages, demaging crops and putting lives at risk. But a new technology is helping prevent that.
From Al Jazeera:
What and when is Hajj? An illustrated guide, answers to 10 common questions An estimated 1.8 million Muslims are preparing to embark on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca which begins on June 4. By Alma Milisic and Alia Chughtai An estimated 1.8 million Muslims are preparing to embark on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca which begins on June 4. The Hajj is the largest annual gathering of Muslims from all over the world and a once-in-a-lifetime journey for many.
And one of those unusual stories I promised you. It comes from SAN (Straight Arrow News):
Lifelike dolls spark debate in Brazil over therapy value and legal risks Kennedy Felton Summary Mental health spotlight Reborn dolls raise important questions about how we process grief and what counts as effective therapy. Policy debate Lawmakers in Brazil are deeply divided, with some pushing for bans while others recognize the emotional value of the dolls. Growing trend From therapy uses to collector communities, the reborn doll industry continues to expand — with growing interest far beyond Brazil.
We start with news from the Americas with this from DW (link is to a video):
Cell phone bans at school: how effective are they? Marina Oliveto 17 hours ago An increasing number of schools worldwide are banning cell phones. Since the beginning of 2025, a new law in Brazil prohibits pupils from using smartphones during breaks or in class.
From the Associated Press:
A Canadian prairie city virtually deserted as fires rage and thousands more evacuees expected WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — The Canadian prairie city of Flin Flon was virtually deserted and more evacuees were expected, Manitoba’s premier said Friday, as wildfires raged in the province. Premier Wab Kinew told a news conference that the mayor, councilors, health-care staff and other officials have had to depart Flin Flon, a city of 5,000 people.
Moving on to Africa with the BBC:
Suspect in South African student's murder killed in police shootout Wedaeli Chibelushi A suspect wanted for the murder of a South African university student has been killed in a shootout with police. The man had been linked to the death of Olorato Mongale, whose body was found in Johannesburg on Sunday, about two hours after she was reported missing having gone on a date.
From Al Jazeera:
Death at the cross: Secret burials, ‘cult-like’ practices at Kenyan church Recent rescue of worshippers in Migori opens wounds of 2023 Shakahola Forest ‘massacre’ during which 429 people died. By Dominic Kirui Opapo, Kenya – Perched in the grass alongside the Rongo-Homa Bay Road in Kenya’s Migori County, a rusted sign announces the Melkio St Joseph Missions of Messiah Church in Africa. Beyond it, a sandy path meets big blue and purple gates that barricade the now-deserted grounds from view. Just more than a month ago, the church in Opapo village was thrust into the spotlight when reports of secret burials and “cult-like” practices emerged.
From Al Jazeera:
Six killed as RSF attack devastates Sudanese hospital in North Kordofan Obeid hospital suffers severe damage in paramilitary assault, worsening health crisis in Sudan’s civil war. At least six people have been killed in a suspected drone attack by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on a hospital in southern Sudan, the latest civilian facility targeted in the brutal civil war, officials and rights advocates have said. The Emergency Lawyers, a rights group, blamed the RSF for the attack on Friday on the Obeid International Hospital, al-Dhaman, in Obeid, the capital city of North Kordofan province. At least 15 others were wounded in the attack, it said.
One more from Al Jazeera:
More than 100 killed in heavy Nigeria flooding, rescue efforts ongoing Local officials warn the death toll could rise after heavy rainfall flooded a market town in Niger State. At least 115 people have been killed after heavy flooding submerged the market town of Mokwa in Nigeria’s northcentral Niger State, destroying thousands of homes, according to an emergency services official, in a country beset by deadly storms every year. Head of the operations office in Minna, capital of Niger State, Husseini Isah, said on Friday that many people were still in peril as rescue efforts continue.
From France 24:
Hundreds of deepfake music videos are celebrating the president of Burkina Faso… why? Social media has been flooded with a wave of music videos of stars like Justin Bieber, Beyoncé and R. Kelly singing the glory of the President of Burkina Faso Ibrahim Traoré, since early May. Turns out, all these videos are deepfakes generated by artificial intelligence. Experts say that the mass publication of these fake videos is part of an effort to raise the president’s profile abroad. By: Quang Pham What do Beyoncé , Rihanna, R. Kelly , Selena Gomez and Eminem have in common -- besides being world famous singers? They also all appear to have recorded a version of a banger called “God Protect Ibrahim Traoré” and posted it on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok. It is an ode to the glory of the president of Burkina Faso, who came to power in a coup d’état in September 2022. As gospel music plays in the background, the music video shows the president of Burkina Faso comforting a wounded man and being cheered on by a crowd of kids.
And a pair of stories about Africans abroad, the first from DW (link is to a video):
How a Togolese student was wounded and jailed in Ukraine Kossivi Tiassou 21 hours ago Enticed by promises of a better future in Russia, Togolese student Dosseh found himself in a war zone instead — shot, imprisoned and forgotten. Now, his family and global human rights groups are fighting for his freedom.
From Al Jazeera:
Abused, exploited: How two Africans became trapped in a cyber-scam in Laos Southeast Asia’s multibillion-dollar online cyber-scam centres lure victims from as far as Africa with the promise of decent jobs. By Ali MC Bokeo province, Laos – Khobby was living in Dubai last year when he received an intriguing message about a well-paying job working online in a far-flung corner of Southeast Asia. The salary was good, he was told. He would be working on computers in an office.
News from Europe now, beginning with the BBC:
Gerry Adams awarded €100k in libel case against the BBC Julian O'Neill & Matt Fox Gerry Adams has won €100,000 (£84,000) in damages over a BBC story about the murder of a British agent. A court found the former Sinn Féin leader was defamed in a BBC NI Spotlight programme broadcast in 2016 and an accompanying online article, in which an anonymous contributor alleged he sanctioned the 2006 murder of Denis Donaldson.
Also from the BBC:
School leavers party for weeks on midnight buses, and Norway says it's gone too far Alex Maxia After 13 years of school, Selma Jenvin-Steinsvag and her classmate Aksel were running to catch the Oslo metro in red overalls. "After that all our written exams will be done," said Selma, 18. The sight of school-leavers, known here as russe, walking around in colourful overalls is something of a coming-of-age tradition that brightens up the weeks before Norway's national day on 17 May.
From France24:
France widens crackdown on cigarettes France will ban smoking in all outdoor places that can be accessed by children, including beaches, parks and bus stops, the health and family minister announced Thursday. x YouTube Video
From DW:
How Museum Island embodies Berlin's tumultuous history Elizabeth Grenier 15 hours ago Initiated 200 years ago, Museum Island was in ruins after World War II. The UNESCO World Heritage site was reborn thanks to a master plan. 's modern history — from the ideas of the Enlightenment to the destruction of , from the Cold War era to its current ultra-modern restoration that has turned the ensemble of museums into a tourist magnet. Berlin's Museum Island uniquely encapsulates Germany 's modern history — from the ideas of theto the destruction of World War II , from theera to its current ultra-modern restoration that has turned the ensemble of museums into a tourist magnet. Standing as a testimony to Europe's architectural and cultural developments, the historical complex of museum buildings was recognized by UNESCO in June 1999 as a World Heritage Site , and this year it is celebrating its 200th anniversary since the first building's foundation stone was laid.
Another from DW:
Poland's presidential candidates hold their final campaign rallies Voters in Poland go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new president. Rafal Trzaskowski, Warsaw's centrist mayor and the government's prefered candidate, goes head-to-head with nationalist historian Karol Nawrocki, who's supported by the right-wing Law and Justice party. Friday was the final day of campaigning. The latest opinion polls show a razor-thin margin between the candidates. x YouTube Video
From France24:
Croatia: Tourism boom takes its toll on pristine coastline Croatia has seen a surge in tourism recently thanks to its pristine waters, rocky coastline, and more than a thousand inlets and islands. Last year alone, more than 20 million people visited the Balkan nation, which stretches along the Adriatic Sea. However, experts are concerned by the impact on the environment and marine life, especially in places like Sakarun Beach where tourism has soared, and are calling for urgent action. x YouTube Video
From the Associated Press:
A statue of Stalin is unveiled in the Moscow subway as Russia tries to revive the dictator’s legacy revive the legacy of the brutal Soviet dictator. MOSCOW (AP) — A monument to Josef Stalin has been unveiled at one of Moscow’s busiest subway stations, the latest attempt by Russian authorities toof the brutal Soviet dictator. The sculpture shows Stalin surrounded by beaming workers and children with flowers. It was installed at the Taganskaya station to mark the 90th anniversary of the Moscow Metro, the sprawling subway known for its mosaics, chandeliers and other ornate decorations that was built under Stalin.
From India Today:
Hindu Kush Himalaya could lose 75% of glaciers, over a billion people at risk This stark projection shows the region's vulnerability and the far-reaching consequences for water security across Asia. In Short The findings highlight the urgent need for stronger climate action
At 2 degrees Celsius of warming, these areas could lose nearly all their ice
The study’s release coincides with the first United Nations conference on glaciers A new scientific study has revealed that the Hindu Kush Himalaya — a critical water source for nearly two billion people — could lose up to 75% of its glacier ice by the end of this century if global temperatures rise by 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
From the Associated Press:
From France 24:
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