Wayanad, a northeast hilly district in Kerala, experienced a devastating landslide on July 30 that destroyed two settlements, Chooralmala and Mundakkai, The landslide impacted the community severely. The widespread rescue cooperation and support from people worldwide have been commendable. Keralites have responded unselfishly, sending food, groceries, and funds for reconstruction. A heartening incident involved an elephant securing a woman named Sujata, who remained calm despite the crisis. The quick response of rescue and relief has become a solace for many people, with personal contributions from the Indian army, navy, airforce, disaster response forces, and state forces. Mass graves were dug up for the dead in masjid graveyards and churches, demonstrating the collective care and cooperation throughout the disaster.

The battleground of struggles and wars in Palestine has given rise to a powerful voice through its revolutionary poets and artists. Naji Al-Ali, a Palestinian cartoonist, emerged from the crucible of the Palestinian struggle. His art, particularly his iconic character Handala, became a powerful symbol of Palestinian resistance and resilience. Handala, a ten-year-old boy with his back turned to the world, embodies the Palestinian people's determination and refusal to compromise. Created in 1969, Handala became a ubiquitous symbol of Palestinian identity and aspiration. Al-Ali's cartoons, filled with wit and biting satire, exposed the hypocrisy of both Israeli and Arab regimes.

After his demise, strong condolences by Kerala are proof of his personality and his pure politics