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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.
Can an AI chatbot save lives by answering texts about pregnancy?
An AI chatbot in Kenya answers pregnancy and newborn questions via text message, potentially reducing maternal mortality by providing rapid medical guidance to women with limited healthcare access.
Questions mount over what an AI ‘slowdown’ would look like
Major AI leaders including Anthropic’s Dario Amodei have called for slowing development pace, but significant questions remain about how such a slowdown would be enforced and what it would actually entail.
At least 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses
At least 21 people, including eight children, were killed when a war-damaged building collapsed in Gaza City overnight. The structure had been tilting dangerously since an Israeli strike over a year ago.
Why Steve Bannon sided with Sanders, not Trump, on AI
Former Trump ally Steve Bannon has broken with the president over AI policy, calling for government regulation and restrictions on Chinese access to U.S. technology rather than Trump’s approach of minimal oversight.
Saudi Arabia calls an attempted Mecca attack a ‘red line’ as Houthis deny they did it
Saudi Arabia accused Houthi rebels of attempting a drone attack on Mecca, declaring the holy city a “red line,” while the Iran-backed group denied involvement and regional allies offered limited support.
DoJ accuses Russia of trying to kill Ukraine allies in US and Europe
The US Department of Justice has charged five men allegedly connected to Russian intelligence services with plotting to murder Ukrainian allies in the US and Europe.
Merz cancels UN visit after AfD election win puts his leadership on the ropes
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz cancelled his UN visit as his political position weakened following strong regional election results for the far-right AfD party, while state leaders rallied behind him amid speculation about his future.
Turkish habit of stashing gold “under the pillow’ hurts economy, government says
Turkish officials warn that the widespread practice of holding physical gold at home rather than depositing savings in banks is damaging the country’s financial system and economic stability.
Ukraine war briefing: New anti-drone weapon scores hit amid race against Shahed jets
Ukraine’s military announced success with a new anti-drone interceptor against faster Russian Shahed drones, with forces downing 187 airborne targets overnight, as the country races to develop defensive weapons.
DRC-Rwanda: Can Geneva talks break the cycle of war in eastern Congo?
The DRC and Rwanda have returned to negotiations in Geneva over a year after signing an agreement, but fighting continues in eastern Congo amid disputes over the FDLR, Rwanda’s military presence, and M23’s territorial control.
China’s defence chief warns against coercion, avoids US, Japan mention
China’s defence minister called for countries to halt provocative actions and resist historical revisionism at Beijing’s military diplomacy forum, avoiding direct criticism of the US and Japan.
Seoul court orders North Korea to pay $32.5m for blowing up office
A Seoul court has ordered North Korea to pay approximately $32.5 million in damages for destroying an office building in Kaesong in 2020 that was established to promote inter-Korean cooperation.
US charges five people over alleged Russian plots
The US has charged five people, including Russian nationals and Cuban and Venezuelan nationals, with conspiring to finance terrorism and carry out Russia-linked surveillance and murder plots.
‘We are prey’: discovery of seven women’s bodies fuels anger over femicide in South Africa
Seven women’s bodies discovered near Johannesburg’s airport in recent weeks have intensified public outcry over femicide rates in South Africa, prompting calls for government action.
Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca
Saudi Arabia claims it intercepted a Houthi drone targeting Mecca, while the Iran-backed group denies the allegation and accuses the kingdom of fabricating reports.
Athletes’ container huts face complaints ahead of Asian Games in Japan
Japan’s Asian Games in Nagoya face accommodation criticism as wooden container huts designed for 2,000 athletes generate complaints about tight conditions and maintenance issues ahead of the opening.
US scraps limits on emissions from coal and gas power plants
The EPA announced it is scrapping emissions limits for coal and gas power plants, saying the move will save $310 billion and reduce energy prices, while environmental groups warned of significant health and environmental costs.
Bob Mackie: Legendary costume designer dies aged 87
Bob Mackie, the renowned “Sultan of Sequins” who designed iconic costumes for Cher, Elton John, and other entertainment legends, has died at age 87. The Tony and Emmy-winning designer shaped decades of performance fashion history.
Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Trump say Putin ally paid for some wedding festivities as a ‘gift’
Donald Trump Jr’s wife confirmed that a Russian oligarch with ties to Vladimir Putin partially funded their May wedding in the Bahamas, paying hundreds of thousands of dollars for celebration events.
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