In this episode of What’s New With ME, Ali Mehdaoui delivers a comprehensive, unbiased breakdown of the week’s most significant global news stories: • Brown University Mass Shooting (Rhode Island) — A fatal campus attack at Brown University left two students dead and nine others wounded during final exam week, prompting a massive law enforcement response and ongoing investigation. Reuters • Bondi Beach Terror Attack (Sydney, Australia) — Two gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, killing multiple people and injuring scores more in one of Australia’s deadliest shootings, labeled an antisemitic terrorist incident. Wikipedia • Black Sea Shipping Under Fire — Russian drone strikes and missile attacks at Ukrainian ports damaged multiple Turkish-owned vessels, raising maritime security and economic concerns amid the ongoing conflict. Reuters • U.S. Soldiers & Interpreter Killed in Syria — Two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an ISIS-linked ambush in Syria during a counterterrorism mission, marking a rare and serious U.S. military casualty. Reuters • World Cup Pride Match Controversy — The upcoming Egypt vs. Iran match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle has sparked debate over its designation as a “Pride Match” during Pride weekend. Wikipedia • NBA Cup Final Showdown — Deep dive into the Knicks vs. Spurs matchup in the NBA Cup final — what it means for both franchises and the league’s mid-season narrative. Get facts, context, and insight you won’t find in 30-second clips, and subscribe for weekly news breakdowns with depth and clarity. #WhatsNewWithME #BrownUniversity #BondiBeach #WorldNews #BreakingNews #GlobalNews #WorldCup2026 #PrideMatch #NBAcup #KnicksVsSpurs #Syria #BlackSea #Turkey