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Thousands in Gary, Indiana, remain without power 12 days after a severe storm with winds up to 99 mph; NIPSCO has restored power for many but about 30,000 are still offline, prompting aid from World Central Kitchen, a class-action lawsuit against NIPSCO, and calls from Gov. Braun for faster FEMA disaster relief.
The UK, Canada and Australia condemned Israel’s decision not to launch a criminal investigation into the April 2024 strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza that killed seven humanitarian workers, calling for accountability and urging Israel to ensure aid workers can operate safely under international humanitarian law.
Israel’s military prosecutor announced there will be no criminal investigation into the April 2024 airstrike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza that killed seven aid workers, including Jacob Flickinger. The army had previously said the convoy was mistaken for Hamas targets and disciplined some officers; Canada’s foreign minister Anita Anand called the decision unacceptable and urged a fully independent inquiry, while World Central Kitchen and other governments pressed for accountability. The ruling drew Australian and other international criticism and renewed calls from Canadian leaders for transparency, leaving families seeking answers after a deadly strike in a conflict where humanitarian workers are at risk.
Australia's foreign minister Penny Wong condemns Israel's decision not to prosecute those responsible for the killing of Zomi Frankcom, an Australian World Central Kitchen aid worker killed in Gaza in April 2024, saying the outcome falls far short of accountability and will prompt formal protests including summoning the Israeli ambassador; World Central Kitchen and others accuse the ruling of obscuring the truth, while Israel's military says there was no basis for criminal misconduct.
Actress Sydney Sweeney will attend a free meal event in Spokane for residents affected by the Spokane Area Fires, hosted by World Central Kitchen and the Women and Children's Free Restaurant at 1408 North Washington Street, starting at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5 (the time was updated from 4:00 p.m.).
On The Late Show's final episode, Stephen Colbert played Linus and Lucy, prompting Lee Mendelson Film Productions to announce a licensing deal with CBS for the Peanuts tune (amount undisclosed) with proceeds going to World Central Kitchen; Colbert had previously donated $2.5 million to the charity, and LMFP has pursued other enforcement actions against unlicensed uses of the music.
Stephen Colbert played Vince Guaraldi’s Linus and Lucy on The Late Show finale without permission; a licensing fee will be donated to World Central Kitchen, LMFP confirmed, continuing a charitable thread after a prior $2.5 million donation and underscoring the need for written licenses for music in commercial settings.
CBS signed a licensing agreement with Lee Mendelson Film Productions to use the unlicensed Peanuts theme from Vince Guaraldi for Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show gag; proceeds from the deal will go to World Central Kitchen, and LMFP stressed the need for written licenses for commercial use, echoing Colbert’s prior charitable donations.
CBS will pay for the unauthorized use of Vince Guaraldi's 'Linus and Lucy' in The Late Show with Stephen Colbert's finale under a licensing deal with Lee Mendelson Film Productions, with the proceeds donated to José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen; LMFP says the action protects the Guaraldi catalog, and Colbert’s joke about whether it would cost CBS money framed the moment.
Stephen Colbert reunites with Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers and John Oliver for an emergency Strike Force Five episode to honor The Late Show finale; proceeds will benefit World Central Kitchen, with a new video drop on May 13 on Spotify and YouTube, reviving the charity podcast born during the 2023 Hollywood strikes.
Five late-night hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, John Oliver, and Seth Meyers reunite for a Strike Force Five charity video episode dropping May 13 to honor The Late Show’s finale on May 21, with all proceeds benefiting World Central Kitchen; the special will stream on Spotify, YouTube, and other platforms as part of the charity-driven reunion.
World Central Kitchen has temporarily halted food aid operations in Gaza due to a shortage of ingredients and logistical challenges, amid ongoing conflict and casualties, with the organization emphasizing the urgent need for safe access for aid trucks to resume feeding thousands of Palestinians.
Humble is offering a $22 Wholesome Snack bundle featuring six cozy games, including the popular 'Little Kitty, Big City,' coinciding with the Wholesome Snack 2024 showcase. The bundle also includes games like 'Fae Farm' and 'Minami Lane,' and supports the World Central Kitchen charity. The showcase is set for December 10th at 3 p.m. EST.
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed five people, including World Central Kitchen (WCK) workers, amid ongoing conflict. Israel claims the strike targeted a Hamas attacker linked to the October 7 assault, but WCK denies knowledge of any such ties. The incident highlights the dangers of aid work in Gaza, where Israeli strikes have previously killed WCK workers. Meanwhile, Hamas released a video of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The conflict has resulted in over 44,000 Palestinian deaths, with many civilians affected.
Israel has accused a slain World Central Kitchen worker of being involved in a Hamas attack, adding complexity to the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has suggested that NATO guarantees could help end the 'hot phase' of the war by protecting areas under Kyiv's control, while still respecting Ukraine's internationally recognized borders. In other news, Syrian rebels have reportedly taken control of half of Aleppo, and Cyprus's president has expressed concerns about the EU's climate goals timeline. Additionally, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized German Chancellor Scholz's call with Putin, claiming it undermines efforts to isolate Russia.