SUMMARY: Two massive great white sharks, “Breton” and “Bob,” have been spotted off the coasts of Brevard and Volusia Counties. Breton, a 1,400-pound shark tagged during OCEARCH’s 2020 Nova Scotia expedition, was pinged near Volusia County on January 5. Bob, a 1,300-pound shark, pinged closer to Brevard County on January 4. Breton is 13 feet, 3 inches long, while Bob measures 13 feet, 4 inches. Additionally, a shark named Penny was tagged in April 2023 and has traveled nearly 9,000 miles. These sharks, along with others, migrate to warmer southeastern U.S. waters during the winter.

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SUMMARY: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is sending Mossad director David Barnea to Qatar for ceasefire negotiations concerning the ongoing Gaza conflict. U.S. officials urge a resolution before the next presidential inauguration on January 20. This marks a shift, as high-level Israeli officials will now engage in discussions that have faced repeated setbacks. A phased ceasefire is under negotiation, with partial hostage releases versus full Israeli troop withdrawals as central issues. Meanwhile, violence continues, with recent airstrikes in Gaza resulting in civilian casualties, intensifying calls from families of hostages for an agreement to return their loved ones.

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SUMMARY: A group of 43 Uyghur men detained in Thailand warns of imminent deportation to China, where they fear abuse and torture. In a letter, they urgently appeal for intervention from international organizations, claiming potential imprisonment and death upon return. Over 300 Uyghurs were detained in 2014, with some deported previously, sparking international outrage. Current detainees report harsh conditions, including poor nutrition and restricted communication. Despite asylum applications submitted to the UN, Thai officials have barred visits. Activists argue the men are innocent, highlighting concerns over human rights violations and ongoing pressure from China, complicating international responses.

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