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Ukraine’s postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire
Ukraine’s postal service delivers pensions, medicine, and essential supplies to remote villages despite Russian attacks that have killed over 50 staff members since 2022.
What weapon could the US have put into space?
The US announced deployment of a space weapon in Earth’s orbit, raising questions about military capabilities in space as great powers compete for dominance in that domain.
New tiger cat species identified in Bolivia, first in over a century
Scientists have identified a previously unknown tiger cat species in Bolivia’s cloud forests, the first new living feline species formally named in over a century. The tiny cat, called tilcayo locally, weighs about 1.4 kilograms and inhabits the mountainous Yungas forest region.
Australia to detain tourists who overstay visas amid immigration crackdown
Australia announced plans to detain visa overstayers and expand border enforcement with 100 new compliance officers to address roughly 77,000 people living in the country without valid visas.
South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deployment
South Korea’s president says US-North Korea dialogue is possible under Trump, while confirming Seoul will not deploy troops to the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions.
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects
Nigerian police are investigating the deaths of 37 people held in custody after arrest for illegal mining, with officials citing disease while reports suggest overcrowding and poor ventilation.
‘Outrageous lies’: How Israeli voters are shrugging off Western sanctions
Western sanctions against Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank have drawn political condemnation but appear unlikely to significantly influence voter behavior ahead of October elections.
Indonesia acquires first aircraft carrier amid military upgrade
Indonesia has received its first aircraft carrier, a retired Italian vessel now named KRI Sriwijaya, which the government says will support disaster relief and humanitarian operations across the archipelago.
‘Just ask Grok’: How ISIL is using Big Tech’s AI to build bombs
Research reveals that Boko Haram and ISIL affiliates are using major AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and Grok for bomb-making, attack planning, and combat operations, according to University of Cambridge findings.
US interest rates raised for first time in three years
The Federal Reserve raised US interest rates for the first time in over three years to combat persistent inflation, despite President Trump’s opposition to the move.
Austin Tice: Assad regime planned US journalist’s kidnap for weeks, BBC finds
US journalist Austin Tice, who vanished in Syria in 2012, was kidnapped through a calculated operation planned over more than a month, according to BBC investigations citing regime members and intelligence files.
India faces 100% tariff threat over Russian oil after US House vote
The US House passed legislation enabling President Trump to impose tariffs up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas, directly threatening India’s substantial imports from Russia.
How Ed Sheeran’s tour became a flashpoint over Gaza and free speech
Ed Sheeran’s tour faced upheaval after rapper Macklemore expressed solidarity with Gaza during a concert, leading venue owners to remove him and other artists to withdraw in protest.
Yemen: Wreckage of downed Saudi fighter jet seen in verified video
The BBC has verified footage showing wreckage of a Saudi F-15 fighter jet that Iran-backed Houthis claim to have shot down over Yemen using a domestically-produced missile.
The UK’s King Charles warns AI leaders of ‘existential dangers’
King Charles warned AI industry leaders of existential dangers posed by artificial intelligence, urging them to prioritize safety as the technology develops rapidly.
Macron and Aoun discuss efforts to back Lebanon’s army, end Israeli attacks
France, Lebanon, and Jordan convened in Paris to mobilize international support for strengthening the Lebanese military and addressing ongoing Israeli military operations in the country’s southern region.
Brazil’s Lula announces welfare increases ahead of presidential election
Brazil’s leftist President Lula announced a 15 percent increase in welfare benefits ahead of October’s presidential election, raising minimum monthly payments in the poverty alleviation program.
US secures release of detained citizen Adam Castillo in Myanmar
The US State Department secured the release of Adam Castillo, a detained American citizen in Myanmar, after three months in custody. Officials traveled to the country to negotiate his freedom.
Serbia opens factory to assemble Israeli-made drones
Serbia has inaugurated a factory to assemble Israeli-made drones for its military and international customers, with plans to open three additional facilities with Israeli partners.
Third person dies from malaria in cluster near Germany’s Frankfurt Airport
A third death from malaria has been confirmed in a cluster near Frankfurt Airport in Germany, marking an extremely rare air-traffic-related outbreak of the tropical disease.
Russia ‘sabotaging’ power supply lines at Zaporizhzhia plant: Greenpeace
Greenpeace accused Russia of deliberately sabotaging power supply lines at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in occupied Ukraine, contradicting Moscow’s claims that Ukrainian attacks caused the damage.
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