Spanish police made their largest-ever cocaine seizure at sea, intercepting a vessel carrying nearly 10 metric tons of the drug hidden in a shipment of salt from Brazil to Europe. Thirteen people on board were arrested, and the vessel, which ran out of fuel, was towed to Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands. Officers recovered 294 bales of cocaine and a handgun, using … Continue reading Spanish police seize record 10 tons of cocaine hidden in cargo of salt

A massive explosion and fire hit central Utrecht on Thursday, causing several buildings to collapse and injuring at least four people. Emergency services rushed to the scene, urging residents to stay away while assessing the damage and searching for anyone who might be trapped under the rubble. TV footage showed smoke rising above the historic city center and debris scattered across the streets. The cause … Continue reading Explosion in the Netherlands injures at least four and causes widespread damage

A crane collapse near Bangkok killed two people on Thursday, a day after a similar accident in northeastern Thailand derailed a train and killed 32 passengers. Thai officials said both incidents involved construction firm Italian-Thai Development, intensifying scrutiny of the company. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ordered the cancellation of two state contracts with the firm, vowed legal action, and directed authorities to blacklist the contractor. … Continue reading Two dead in Thailand after another crane collapses, crushing cars

U.S. and Iranian officials confronted each other at an emergency U.N. Security Council meeting as Washington renewed threats against Tehran despite President Donald Trump signaling possible de-escalation. The U.S., joined by Iranian dissidents, condemned Iran’s violent crackdown on nationwide protests that activists say killed at least 2,677 people. U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz warned that “all options are on the table,” while Iran accused Washington of … Continue reading US warns Iran that ‘all options are on the table’ in emergency UN meeting

European troops from several NATO countries began arriving in Greenland as a show of unity after President Donald Trump reiterated his goal of U.S. acquisition of the territory, dismissing European objections. European leaders expanded their military presence in the Arctic to counter Trump’s claims that U.S. control is necessary for security against China and Russia, despite Washington saying the deployments would not affect its stance. … Continue reading Troops and vessels from European Nato allies arrive in Greenland

The Vatican Mosaic Studio of the Fabric of Saint Peter has completed a mosaic medallion honoring Pope Leo XIV, the Holy See announced. Following tradition, the mosaic was finished just over eight months after his election and will be installed in the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, near the portrait of Pope Francis. The 137-centimeter roundel was crafted with glass enamels and gold … Continue reading Pope Leo’s mosaic portrait ready for Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls