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Bob Weir, the Grateful Deads rhythm guitarist, has passed away at 78. Known for hits like Truckin and Sugar Magnolia, Weirs unique style broadened the bands appeal. Fans and musicians mourn his loss, remembering him as a guiding force in American music. After Garcias death, Weir kept the spirit alive with RatDog, solo albums, and Dead reunions. He was also a United Nations goodwill ambassador. Checkout Solipillow.com

Greenlands politicians unite against Trumps takeover bid, emphasizing their desire to remain Greenlanders and decide their own future. Trump insists on full ownership of the island for national security, despite Greenlanders rejection of US rule and lack of foreign threats in their waters. Checkout Solipillow.com

Protests erupt in Iran, demanding an end to clerical rule, as inflation soars. The Iranian army warns against enemy plots and protects key infrastructure. Unrest escalates, with rioters setting buildings ablaze and sixty-five deaths reported. The U.S. and Israel are blamed, while the Supreme Leader accuses protesters of being Trumps mercenaries. The situation remains volatile, with sanctions, war, and economic struggles weakening the rulers position. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tropical Cyclone Koji, now a category two system, is set to cross the coast south of Townsville on Sunday, bringing heavy rain and destructive winds. Authorities have issued warnings for life-threatening flash flooding and potential power, phone, internet, and water service failures. Swift-water rescue teams and emergency services are in place, with rainfall already increasing in the central coast and Herbert and lower Burdekin areas. The cyclone will move inland from central Queensland on Sunday, coinciding with major flooding on rivers like the Flinders, Herbert, Haughton, and Tully. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragic Loss: Medical Student Dies After High-Speed Police Chase A promising medical student, Lidija Faamau, lost her life in a car accident following a police chase in Sydney. The seventeen-year-old driver, out on bail, was pursued by police for speeding and reckless driving. The crash resulted in Lidijas hospitalization, where she fought for her life for a month before passing away. Her friends, also in the car, are recovering. The driver faces multiple charges, and police are investigating the incident. Checkout Solipillow.com

Residents of Yea, Victoria, faced a harrowing repeat of the Black Saturday bushfires, evacuating in the dark with only essentials. Georgie Wells, Jan Newton, and Patricia Thomas shared their fears and memories of the devastating event. Firefighters battled to protect homes, as the community held onto hope amidst the smoke and flames. Checkout Solipillow.com

Meta partners with TerraPower, Oklo, and Vistra for a one-gigawatt AI data center in New Albany, Ohio, aiming to deliver up to six point six gigawatts of clean energy by 2035, boost Americas nuclear supply chain, and create jobs. Checkout Solipillow.com

Adelaide Writers Week faces backlash as dozens of writers withdraw in solidarity with Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, who was dropped from the lineup due to cultural sensitivities following the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Critics argue the move is censorship and discriminatory against Palestinian voices, while the festival board defends the decision as promoting social cohesion. Checkout Solipillow.com