Israel admitted to initiating a “new era” of war after two consecutive days of explosive attacks targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon.

On Tuesday, pager explosions killed several, including children, and wounded over 2,800. A second wave on Wednesday, involving walkie-talkies and phones, killed at least 20 and injured 450.

One explosion occurred during a Hezbollah funeral, with reports suggesting Hezbollah’s elite Radwan unit was heavily impacted. Israel believes the death toll is higher than officially reported.

A Nigerian man has shared his story of contracting HIV the first time he cheated on his wife. Living with the virus for 31 years, he revealed the emotional and social challenges he faced, including being fired from his teaching job due to his status. His testimony serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of infidelity and the stigma that comes with living with HIV in Nigerian society.

In a compassionate humanitarian gesture, the United Arab Emirates has sent an aircraft carrying 50 tons of food supplies to Nigeria to aid those affected by the devastating floods in Maiduguri. The support from the UAE is aimed at helping flood victims recover from the destruction of homes, markets, schools, and public facilities, as the region continues to deal with the aftermath of the disaster.