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Romanian jet fighter shoots down suspected Russian drone
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet shot down a suspected Russian drone that entered the country’s airspace on Friday, marking the first successful interception since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began.
US school shooter pleads guilty in Georgia following father’s conviction
A 16-year-old has pleaded guilty to 55 charges including murder in connection with a 2024 Georgia school shooting that killed four people. His father was previously convicted for providing the rifle used in the attack.
The latest US troops killed in Trump’s Iran war are remembered for lives of service
The Pentagon identified four service members killed in Middle East operations amid escalating US-Iran conflict, bringing total deaths to 18 since late February attacks began.
U.S. signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. And, Nolan Wells’ independent autopsy results
The Trump administration signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia allowing American companies to operate commercial nuclear power plants, though the deal lacks certain oversight provisions.
US hits dozens of countries with new wave of tariffs
The US has imposed new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the UK, China, and the EU, justified on forced labour grounds.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets with far-right US activist Laura Loomer
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with far-right US activist Laura Loomer for an interview, marking a reversal in her long-standing opposition to Ukraine aid and criticism of Kyiv.
US court affirms release of pro-Palestine scholar as legal battle continues
A U.S. appeals court ruled that immigration authorities cannot detain a Georgetown University scholar facing deportation over his pro-Palestine activism, siding with his constitutional claims.
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan faces removal vote: What’s the case about?
ICC members vote today on whether to remove prosecutor Karim Khan, who faces sexual misconduct allegations he denies. The decision comes amid his investigation into Gaza war crimes.
Mamdani backs off pledge to arrest Netanyahu citing lack of authority
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reversed his previous pledge to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing lack of legal authority and calling on federal officials to enforce an ICC warrant instead.
US court affirms release of pro-Palestine scholar as legal battle continues
A U.S. appeals court ruled that immigration authorities cannot detain a Georgetown University scholar facing deportation over his pro-Palestine activism, siding with his constitutional claims.
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan faces removal vote: What’s the case about?
ICC members vote today on whether to remove prosecutor Karim Khan, who faces sexual misconduct allegations he denies. The decision comes amid his investigation into Gaza war crimes.
Mamdani backs off pledge to arrest Netanyahu citing lack of authority
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reversed his previous pledge to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing lack of legal authority and calling on federal officials to enforce an ICC warrant instead.
‘What was their crime?’: BBC visits Iran school in Minab where strike killed 120 children
A strike on an Iranian school in February killed 156 people, including 120 children, in what experts say was likely a US military operation. The school was located next to an IRGC compound in the southern city of Minab.
Ebola death toll in DR Congo surpasses 1,000
The death toll from an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000, with over 2,500 confirmed cases since the epidemic was declared in May.
France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west
France has evacuated approximately 20,000 people as wildfires spread across the Gironde region in the south-west, destroying around 3,400 hectares of land near the Bay of Arcachon.
South Korea: Woman acquitted of murdering newborn after delivery
A South Korean appeals court acquitted a woman of murdering her newborn after terminating her pregnancy at 36 weeks, reigniting debate over the country’s unclear abortion regulations.
Owner of Viking ship used in The Odyssey says studio has not paid bill for damage
Swedish owners of a Viking ship replica used in the Hollywood film The Odyssey claim Universal has not paid $6,000 in repair costs after the vessel was allegedly damaged during production.
Yemen faces a new challenge amid prospects of confrontation
Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthis have announced a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia and attacked tankers in the Red Sea, escalating the conflict and threatening critical global trade routes through the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Donald Trump says decision on ‘massive attack’ against Iran is close
President Trump stated he is close to deciding whether to launch a major military attack against Iran, with oil prices surging past $100 per barrel amid escalating regional tensions.
Far-right Israeli incursion heightens tensions at Al-Aqsa ahead of election
Hundreds of Israelis entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem during one of the year’s largest incursions, with far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir participating amid heightened election tensions.
Ukraine’s ousted defence chief rejects Zelensky’s job offer
Ukraine’s ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has rejected President Zelensky’s offer of alternative government positions, insisting he wants his original role back after his removal last week triggered mass protests.
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The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
Initially launched in 2015 to address the problem of homelessness in our country, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or PMAY list of benefits is pretty extensive. It includes affordable housing for all urban classes at subsidised home loan interest rates, eco-friendly...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...