Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a cleanup in eastern Australia after record floods killed five people and stranded tens of thousands. The floods hit New South Wales hardest, damaging an estimated 10,000 properties. Conditions have eased, but over 50,000 people were isolated, and hundreds remain in evacuation centers. A man’s body was found near Taree, bringing the death toll to five. The storms caused widespread … Continue reading Australia begins cleanup after floods kill 5

A Norwegian man woke to find a cargo ship, the NCL Salten, had run aground just feet from his home along Trondheim Fjord. Johan Helberg said he slept through the incident and only learned of it when a neighbor rang his doorbell. The 440-foot vessel caused minor damage to Helberg’s heating pump wire, but no injuries or oil spills were reported, the Oregonian as reported. … Continue reading Massive cargo ship runs aground just feet from Norwegian man’s home

A pediatrician and mother of ten, Dr. Alaa al-Najjar, lost nine of her young children in an Israeli airstrike that struck their home near Khan Younis, Gaza, on Friday. Her husband, also a doctor, and their sole surviving child were critically injured. The strike was part of Israel’s ongoing war with Hamas, which has devastated Gaza, leaving over 53,000 Palestinians dead since October 2023. Al-Najjar … Continue reading Gaza pediatrician and mother loses 9 of 10 children after Israeli airstrike hits their home

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 307 more prisoners each on Saturday, continuing a rare cooperative effort amid the ongoing war. This followed an earlier swap of 390 prisoners each and is set to become the largest exchange since the conflict began. The exchange came after a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv that injured at least 15, the Associated Press has reported. Both sides … Continue reading Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds more prisoners hours after a massive attack on Kyiv

Jorge Humberto Figueroa, a leader of a Sinaloa cartel faction with a $1 million US bounty, was killed in a clash with Mexican army troops on Friday, authorities said. The Sinaloa state, home to the cartel, has seen ongoing violence between rival factions, with 1,200 deaths since September. Figueroa was involved in a 2019 clash after the arrest of Ovidio Guzman, son of cartel founder … Continue reading Major Mexican Drug Cartel Figure Killed In Clash With Army

A suspected suicide bombing targeting a school bus in Khuzdar, Balochistan killed three children, a driver, and a guard, with dozens more injured. Pakistan blamed India for orchestrating the attack through proxy groups, while India denied the “baseless” allegations. The incident follows heightened tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors after recent cross-border strikes and a fragile ceasefire declared on May 10, The Guardian has reported. No … Continue reading Pakistan blames India for suspected suicide attack on school bus

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the Kursk border region for the first time since Russian forces expelled Ukrainian troops who had briefly occupied the area—marking Ukraine’s first incursion into Russian territory since WWII. During his visit, Putin met with volunteers and inspected a nuclear plant. Meanwhile, Russia launched a missile strike on a Ukrainian training camp, killing six soldiers, and intercepted 159 Ukrainian drones. Ukraine … Continue reading Russia’s Putin visits Kursk as Ukraine says six killed in missile strike

The 650-year-old Fengyang Drum Tower in China’s Anhui Province partially collapsed on May 19, sending roof tiles flying and causing tourists to flee. No injuries were reported. The tower, originally built in 1375 and rebuilt in 1995, had recently undergone maintenance due to safety concerns, USA Today has reported. Authorities are investigating the incident, which was captured on video showing falling debris and dust. Written … Continue reading Tourists flee as roof collapses off 650-year-old building in China

Andriy Portnov, a former top Ukrainian official, was shot dead outside an American school in Madrid after dropping off his children. The gunman fled into a nearby park, and no arrests have been made. Portnov, once allied with pro-Russian ex-president Yanukovych, had faced U.S. sanctions and was accused of undermining judicial reforms. The motive for the attack remains unknown, though the shooting occurred in broad … Continue reading Ukrainian ex-top official shot dead outside Madrid school

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is considering making chemical castration mandatory for paedophiles and rapists in the UK. The plan aims to reduce reoffending by up to 60% using drugs that suppress sexual urges. A current small pilot program will be expanded to 20 prisons, with a potential nationwide rollout. Mahmood is also exploring its use on offenders with suspended sentences, The Sun has reported. The … Continue reading UK to castrate pedophiles, sex criminals

WHO member countries have approved a new agreement to improve global prevention, preparedness, and response to future pandemics, following the impact of COVID-19. The deal ensures countries sharing virus samples will receive tests, vaccines, and medicines, with up to 20% allocated to the WHO for equitable access in poorer nations. WHO chief Tedros called it a “historic” move for global cooperation, ABC News has reported. … Continue reading WHO adopts ‘pandemic agreement’

Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada’s personal secretary and adviser were shot dead in a daylight attack by gunmen on a motorcycle in the Moderna neighborhood. Brugada called it a “direct attack” and vowed justice. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage as the investigation continues. President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned the killings and pledged full support, The Guardian has reported. While political violence is common in parts of … Continue reading Personal secretary and adviser to Mexico City’s mayor killed in brazen attack

British police have arrested a third man in connection with a series of arson attacks in north London, including a fire at Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s former home. A 34-year-old was detained on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson, joining two others already in custody, including 21-year-old Roman Lavrynovych, who faces multiple charges. The fires targeted properties and a car linked to Starmer, prompting a … Continue reading UK police arrest third man over fire at PM Starmer’s house

At least 38 Palestinians were killed in a series of intense Israeli airstrikes across Gaza overnight, targeting locations including a school in Gaza City and a fuel station sheltering displaced families in Nuseirat. Rescue efforts were hampered by equipment shortages and heavy bombardment. The strikes followed Israel’s mass evacuation order ahead of what it called an “unprecedented attack,” the BBC has reported. The assault coincided … Continue reading At least 38 killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza in half-hour period, medics say

The U.K. has suspended free trade talks with Israel and imposed sanctions on West Bank settlers in response to Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza and the blockade of humanitarian aid. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy criticized Israel’s actions as “indefensible,” citing famine warnings and the spread of illegal settlements. Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined leaders from France and Canada in condemning Israel’s conduct and … Continue reading UK suspends free trade talks with Israel and announces sanctions over West Bank

At least 10 people were killed and 30 injured on Sunday when a suicide bomber targeted a line of young recruits outside the Damanyo military base in Mogadishu, Somalia. Witnesses said the attacker arrived in a tuk-tuk and detonated explosives among the crowd. Al Shabaab claimed responsibility, alleging higher casualties, NBC News has reported. The attack follows the recent assassination of a Somali army colonel … Continue reading Mogadishu suicide bomber kills at least 10 at army recruitment drive

At least 17 people died and several were injured after a fire broke out in a building near Hyderabad’s historic Charminar monument on Sunday. The blaze, caused by a short circuit, began in a jewelry store on the ground floor of the three-story building, which also housed residents. A narrow staircase and a single exit blocked by fire made escape difficult. Prime Minister Modi expressed … Continue reading Building fire kills 17, injures others in southern India

Russia detained a Greek-owned, Liberia-flagged oil tanker, the Green Admire, on Sunday after it left Estonia’s Sillamae port and crossed a navigation channel through Russian waters. Estonia said the detention may be retaliation for its actions against Russia’s shadow oil fleet and has alerted NATO. The tanker, carrying Estonian shale oil to Rotterdam, was reportedly moved by Russia to impose a fine. The incident comes amid … Continue reading Estonia says Russia detained a tanker in Baltic Sea

Israel has launched a major ground offensive in Gaza, with five military divisions now active and 670 airstrikes targeting Hamas infrastructure. The operation aims to demilitarize Hamas and secure the release of 57 remaining hostages. A senior Israeli official said top Hamas figure Mohammed Sinwar was likely killed in a strike near Khan Younis, though confirmation is pending. Amid rising domestic pressure, Israel is now … Continue reading Israel Expands Ground Operation in Gaza, Says Hamas Leader Is Likely Dead

Russia launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the start of the full-scale war, striking multiple regions including Kyiv, where one woman died and several others were injured. Ukraine’s air force reported 273 drones were launched, with many intercepted or going off course. The attack came ahead of a scheduled call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, amid stalled peace talks and calls for … Continue reading Russia unleashes war’s biggest drone attack

A 21-year-old Ukrainian man, Roman Lavrynovych, has been remanded in custody after being charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life following fires at two properties and a car linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Arrested in Sydenham, Lavrynovych appeared in court but entered no plea. The incidents, investigated by the Counter Terror Command, include a fire at a home … Continue reading Man in court over fires at homes and car linked to Starmer

Israel launched dozens of airstrikes across Gaza on Friday, killing 108 people—mostly women and children—according to Gaza health officials, as part of an intensified effort to pressure Hamas to release hostages. Strikes also targeted Houthi-controlled ports in Yemen, killing at least one person. The attacks coincided with U.S. President Donald Trump’s regional visit, during which he expressed concern over Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, the Associated Press … Continue reading Israel expands attacks in Gaza and Yemen as Trump wraps up trip to region

The first direct Russia-Ukraine peace talks since early in the war ended in under two hours, resulting in a major prisoner swap agreement but little progress on key issues. Ukraine and its allies pushed for a ceasefire, but Russia did not agree. Both sides pledged to exchange 1,000 prisoners and share detailed ceasefire proposals, the Associated Press has reported. Ukrainian leaders urged continued pressure on … Continue reading Russia-Ukraine peace talks end after less than 2 hours with deal to swap POWs but no ceasefire

A bronze statue of Melania Trump has been stolen from a field near her hometown of Sevnica, Slovenia, after being cut off at the ankles. The life-size sculpture, created by American artist Brad Downey, replaced a wooden version that was burned in 2020. Police have launched an investigation, and Downey speculated the theft might be linked to Donald Trump’s election campaign, the New York Post … Continue reading Melania Trump statue cut off at feet, stolen from her native Slovenia

A high-ranking Swedish diplomat under suspicion of espionage has been found dead, days after being arrested and released by Sweden’s Säpo intelligence agency. Authorities say there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. The diplomat had denied any wrongdoing and had filed a complaint of excessive force during his arrest. Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard expressed sorrow, while prosecutors confirmed the espionage investigation remains ongoing, … Continue reading Shock in Sweden at death of diplomat questioned for spying