Typhoon Dolphin has struck Japan’s Okinawa region, injuring five people, knocking out power to about 14,000 buildings and disrupting flights. The powerful storm is now moving toward eastern China, where authorities have closed ports, schools, tourist sites and other facilities as a precaution. China has issued a level-three emergency response, with the typhoon expected to make landfall between Zhejiang and Fujian provinces late Sunday or … Continue reading Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan, heads towards China

Colombia’s newly inaugurated right-wing president, Abelardo De La Espriella, has received a planned $1 billion U.S. security assistance package from the Trump administration. De La Espriella has pledged to aggressively combat drug trafficking and armed groups while reducing government spending and expanding the oil and gas sector. He warned criminal and narco-terrorist groups that they must surrender or face a forceful response, saying peace talks … Continue reading US promises $1bn in security aid to Colombia

Two drones were spotted flying over a German military base in Mechernich, just days after an explosive-carrying drone was discovered at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Military police were deployed, and local authorities have opened an investigation into the latest drone sightings. The incidents come amid growing concerns across Europe about unidentified drones flying over military and civilian facilities. German officials have warned that the discovery of the … Continue reading 2 drones spotted flying over German military base after drone with explosives found at cargo airport

Houthi missiles and drones struck government military positions in Yemen, killing at least 30 soldiers and injuring 15 others in a major escalation. The attacks targeted military camps and gatherings in Hadramout and Marib, with the Houthis claiming far higher casualties and widespread destruction. The Houthis said the strikes were launched in response to an alleged Saudi military buildup aimed at escalating the conflict. Yemen’s … Continue reading Houthi attacks on gov’t forces hint that a major battle in Yemen is brewing

Families in Thailand are mourning nine victims, including a 12-year-old girl and five school staff members, after a 14-year-old boy opened fire at a school and allegedly killed his grandparents before taking his own life. Fourteen people remain hospitalized, including seven in critical condition, with most of the wounded between 12 and 14 years old. Officials said the gun used in the attack was legally … Continue reading Thailand school shooting death toll rises to nine after girl dies