A widely shared image of abandoned shoes from Iran’s city of Rasht has drawn international attention after reports that security forces trapped protesters inside a historic bazaar, set it on fire, and shot those trying to escape on Jan. 8. Eyewitnesses and human rights groups allege the victims had surrendered before being killed, with footage showing the burned remains of the marketplace. Journalists and activists … Continue reading Haunting image shows pile of abandoned shoes after Iran burns protesters to death

Iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has died at the age of 93, his foundation announced, passing away peacefully at his home in Rome. Born in 1932, Valentino built one of the most influential fashion houses in the world, becoming internationally renowned for his elegant designs and signature “Valentino red.” He founded his fashion house in 1957, with a major turning point coming through his … Continue reading Fashion designer Valentino has died

Guatemala’s interior minister said gangs killed seven police officers in retaliation for the government’s refusal to move gang leaders to lower-security prisons. The attacks followed prison uprisings in which gang inmates took 46 hostages at three facilities, one of which authorities regained control of on Sunday. Officials said gang violence has intensified since mid-2025 as inmates demand fewer restrictions for their leaders. Guatemala continues to … Continue reading 7 police officers killed in attacks in Guatemala after prison crackdown on gangs

At least 5,000 people have been killed in nationwide protests in Iran since late December, including about 500 security personnel, according to an Iranian regional official. The unrest, sparked by economic hardship and escalating into calls to end clerical rule, represents the deadliest turmoil since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, blamed the deaths on “terrorists and rioters” allegedly … Continue reading At least 5,000 dead in Iran unrest, official says

Wildfires fueled by extreme heat have killed at least 18 people in central and southern Chile, burning thousands of hectares of forest and destroying hundreds of homes. President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in the Biobío and Ñuble regions, allowing greater military involvement as more than two dozen fires spread and forced about 50,000 people to evacuate. Strong winds and temperatures above 38°C … Continue reading Chilean president declares state of catastrophe as wildfires kill at least 18

At least 21 people were killed and around 100 injured when two trains collided and derailed in southern Spain on Sunday night, according to authorities. An Iryo train travelling from Málaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz and crossed onto an adjacent track, hitting a Madrid-to-Huelva train, which also derailed. Emergency services reported passengers trapped, overturned carriages, and evacuations carried out in darkness, with some injuries … Continue reading High-speed train crash in southern Spain leaves at least 21 dead

The Syrian government announced a ceasefire agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), including the SDF’s withdrawal from areas west of the Euphrates River and their integration into the Syrian military. The deal follows days of clashes over strategic positions and oilfields in northeastern Syria and allows Syrian state institutions to re-enter al-Hasakah, Deir Az Zor, and Raqqa. Under the agreement, the SDF’s administration … Continue reading Syria announces ceasefire agreement with Kurd-led SDF after heavy fighting