A quick look at news from around the globe: Water shortages in Syria, a crackdown on illegal cigarettes, flooding in Jakarta, and uncovering forgotten Black history in London. Read more...

Recent developments in Syria include the rescue of a disabled woman from a well, ongoing humanitarian aid efforts, and the search for solutions to energy challenges. Protests also erupt against Israeli proposals. Read more...

Recent news from Syria includes the rescue of a disabled woman, a call for Ramadan moon sighting, and optimism surrounding peace talks involving Kurdish factions. Read more...

Recent explosions in Syria claim lives and injure many, while refugees from Ghent make a poignant return after a decade. A Belgian town invests in education. Read more...

Syria grapples with Israeli airstrikes near Tartous, distrust from Israel regarding its new government, and the ongoing threat of landmines claiming lives, including civilians and security personnel. Read more...

This week's health news includes a severe heat alert in São Paulo, the potential benefits of honey, a mortality puzzle in medicine, and a measles-related death in New Mexico. Read more...