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Israel airstrike in Rafah kills at least 45 Palestinians, sparking international condemnation. U.S. fire officials concerned about wildfire season with vacancies and overgrown forests. Virginia IT firm settles after discriminatory job posting. Shortages of weight loss drug Zepbound lead to challenges in maintaining weight loss. Okalolies of Tristan da Cunha celebrate New Year's Eve with chaotic tradition. Banksy Museum in NYC features replicas of original Banksy art.

Banksy's Street Art and Its Impact on Property Owners

Banksy's street art pieces, like 'Mobile Lovers' and 'Valentine's Mascara,' have brought financial opportunities and challenges to property owners. Despite controversies over selling street art and issues with authentication, these works have had significant impacts on the art world and local communities.

Vandalism of Banksy Mural in South London

A Banksy mural in south London was vandalized with white paint and has been encased in plastic and surrounded by fencing. The local council fenced off the site to protect the art and residents from disruption caused by visitors.

Banksy's New Mural in North London

A new Banksy artwork near Finsbury Park in north London depicts a person spray painting tree foliage onto a wall behind a leafless tree. Banksy confirmed the authenticity of the mural. The piece re-foliates a severely pruned tree in the Islington North area.