For the first time since Dutch law changed, a child under 12 has died through euthanasia in the Netherlands. The child was reportedly suffering from a serious illness, and the case occurred under a law introduced two years ago allowing assisted dying for terminally ill children aged 1–12 under strict conditions. The case has been referred to prosecutors to determine whether doctors followed all legal … Continue reading Child under 12 is euthanised in Netherlands

Britain is considering new rules that would require social media platforms to make content from trusted news organizations easier to find. The proposal would apply to platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok, and could prioritize public service broadcasters including the BBC, ITV, and Channel 4. The government says the measure is aimed at combating misinformation and improving access to reliable news, particularly during emergencies. … Continue reading UK considers forcing social media firms to prioritise trusted news

Australian police have seized a record 3 tons of cocaine hidden in underground bunkers on a property near Sydney, marking the largest cocaine haul in the country’s history. Authorities allege a Sydney-based crime group imported the drugs via a vessel that offloaded the shipment in northern Queensland before it was transported south. The cocaine had an estimated street value of more than AU$800 million (US$560 … Continue reading Record stash of cocaine found buried underground in Australia

Ukraine’s military said it struck a missile electronics production plant in Russia’s Voronezh region and the Dubna satellite communications centre near Moscow. Ukrainian officials described the Voronezh facility as a key part of Russia’s defence industry, while Russian authorities reported damage to a production plant and three injuries. Ukraine also said heavy smoke was seen at the Dubna site, with damage assessments still underway. Russian … Continue reading Ukraine says it hit missile electronics plant in western Russia

Two students, ages 14 and 15, opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Philippines, killing three classmates and injuring at least 20 others. Fifteen of the injuries were caused by gunshots, while others occurred as students fled the attack. Police arrested both suspects, who reportedly told investigators they had been bullied at school. Authorities said the teens used handguns that were … Continue reading 2 students in custody after shooting at high school in Philippines kills 3 and wounds 20

For the first time in over 20 years, a Montreal police officer was killed in the line of duty during a shooting in the Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday. The officer, 34-year-old Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, along with civilian Michael Mizrahi, died in the incident. Another officer was injured but is in stable condition, while a civilian suffered minor injuries. Police said they responded after reports of … Continue reading Montreal police officer and civilian killed in shooting