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Colombia’s elephant-costumed anti-corruption activist sworn in as senator
Colombia’s newest senator, Luis Carlos Rúa, was sworn in while wearing a white elephant costume, having campaigned anonymously for five years as an anti-corruption activist exposing wasteful public works projects.
At least 13 killed in Gaza after Hamas agree disarmament deal
At least 13 people, including children, were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza days after Hamas accepted a disarmament plan involving weapons transfer to the US-backed Board of Peace.
Suspected mass bird flu deaths found in second state as Murray Watt warns ‘this is the beginning’
Suspected mass bird flu deaths have been detected in a second Australian state, with officials warning of a “long and difficult journey” ahead as the deadly H5 virus continues spreading.
Moroccan king’s letter confirms naming of major highway in honour of Trump
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI confirmed naming a major highway after US President Trump, citing his recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty claims over Western Sahara during his previous administration.
Ceuta leader accuses Morocco over ‘atrocity’ of mass border crossing
An estimated 69,500 people crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last week before returning to Morocco, with local and Spanish officials accusing Morocco of facilitating the mass migration event.
At least 17 killed as Russia and Ukraine trade heavy attacks
At least 17 people were killed across Russia and Ukraine as both nations continued exchanging heavy attacks, with civilian casualties reported in multiple regions on Monday.
Romania blasts rock to divert water from drought-hit Danube to nuclear reactor
Romania detonated explosives to redirect Danube water toward its nuclear reactor amid severe drought, while Hungary and Serbia face energy crises as record-low river levels threaten power generation across the region.
Tigray refugees flee into Sudan after deadly violence on Ethiopia border
Hundreds of Tigrayans have fled into Sudan after weekend clashes between Ethiopian federal forces and TPLF rebels in northern Ethiopia, breaching a three-year-old peace agreement.
Indian court acquits ex-wrestling chief in sexual harassment case
An Indian court has acquitted the former wrestling federation chief of sexual harassment charges brought by prominent female wrestlers, who have announced plans to appeal the decision.
Iraqi Kurdish regional leader meets Syrian president in Damascus
Iraq’s Kurdish regional leader Nechirvan Barzani met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus, discussing bilateral relations and economic cooperation in the first such visit since Syria’s leadership change in December 2024.
Republicans say they will back Blanche after US Justice Department order
Two Republican senators announce they will support Trump’s DOJ pick Todd Blanche after he canceled a controversial $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate Trump’s political allies.
Trump meets his obstinate match in Iran’s hardball regime
Trump claims negotiations with Iran are set to begin this week, but Tehran denies talks are occurring, maintaining control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions.
US announces first two deaths from cyclospora outbreak
US health authorities confirmed the first two deaths from a cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, both individuals with underlying health conditions. The outbreak has sickened thousands nationwide.
At least five Mohamed Al Fayed abuse survivors confirmed as human-trafficking victims
At least five survivors of Mohamed Al Fayed have been confirmed as human trafficking victims by the Home Office, with police investigating who may have facilitated the deceased businessman’s crimes.
NEET: How India’s exam paper leak ended young lives
At least 21 students in India died by suicide following cancellation of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test due to a question paper leak, sparking youth protests and the resignation of the education minister.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s forces hit Wildberries again amid deadly trade of strikes with Russia
Ukrainian drones struck Russian targets including a Wildberries warehouse, killing at least nine people, while Russian attacks on Ukraine killed at least five in ongoing strikes across both nations.
Grid failure plunges Cuba into nationwide blackout
Cuba’s national electricity grid has collapsed, causing a nationwide blackout. The state utility announced the failure but provided no immediate details on cause, extent, or restoration timeline.
U.S. dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after market interventions
The U.S. dollar weakened sharply against the Japanese yen after American and Japanese officials confirmed coordinated market interventions, with the exchange rate falling to 156.34 yen per dollar on Monday.
Who is Jordan Salinas, ‘hero’ bystander who confronted Idaho shooter?
A bystander named Jordan Salinas confronted an armed shooter at an Idaho restaurant on Saturday, helping prevent further casualties. At least three people were killed and several others wounded in the incident.
‘He had a lot of profiles’: The rise of online drug-facilitated rape gangs
International networks are organizing drug-facilitated sexual assaults, sharing footage online and recruiting participants through encrypted platforms like Telegram, with law enforcement identifying hundreds of perpetrators across multiple countries.
Abandoned by the US: Palestinian Americans trapped in a surge of Israeli settler violence
Palestinian Americans in a West Bank village face escalating violence from Israeli settlers while US officials provide limited protection, despite many being US citizens with deep American ties.
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