A tragic school shooting in Graz, Austria, left ten people dead—nine students aged 15 to 17 and one teacher—after a 21-year-old former student opened fire at his old high school on Tuesday. The gunman, armed with a rifle and handgun, later took his own life. Authorities found a suicide note, a video message, and a non-functional bomb at his home. Several others were injured, though … Continue reading Police seek answers as Austria mourns victims of one of the worst shootings in its history

Several beaches in southeast Spain’s Valencia region were closed after mysterious white particles, resembling plastic pellets, washed ashore. Authorities in Guardamar de la Safor cited a possible marine spill and urged the public to avoid swimming. The substance, found near the mouth of the Serpis River, may have an inland origin. Environmental samples have been collected for testing, and officials are working to determine the … Continue reading Beaches in Spain’s Valencia region closed after “unknown material” washes ashore

A Chinese aircraft carrier group entered Japan’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) for the first time, raising concerns in Tokyo about China’s expanding naval presence. The Liaoning carrier, two missile destroyers, and a supply ship entered the EEZ near Minamitori Island before exiting to conduct military drills. Japan’s defense ministry responded by deploying a warship to monitor the situation. While no formal protest was confirmed, Japan … Continue reading Chinese aircraft carrier group enters waters near Japan’s island for first time

Kyiv faced a major overnight aerial assault, with waves of drones and missiles causing explosions and fires across multiple districts. Dozens of drones were launched, and while many were intercepted, some hit their targets, injuring at least two people. The attack follows one of the war’s largest drone strikes a day earlier, when Russia launched over 470 drones across Ukraine, ABC News has reported. This … Continue reading Kyiv rocked by relentless drone, missile barrage

Russia and Ukraine have begun the first stage of a new prisoner swap, following last week’s peace talks in Istanbul. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the exchange involved wounded soldiers and young detainees under 25, though exact numbers were not disclosed. This comes after their largest swap in May, where each side exchanged 390 individuals. Meanwhile, Russia launched one of the largest drone attacks of the … Continue reading Russia and Ukraine hold 1st stage of prison swap following peace talks

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and 11 others were detained by Israeli forces after their Gaza-bound aid boat, the Madleen, was intercepted in international waters and towed to Ashdod. The group, carrying symbolic aid, is now being processed for deportation at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion airport. Those refusing deportation may face legal proceedings. The interception has drawn condemnation from Turkey and Iran, while France urged the … Continue reading Israel preparing to deport Gaza aid boat activists, including Greta Thunberg

Tropical Storm Barbara is strengthening off Mexico’s Pacific coast and could become a hurricane by Monday, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. Centered southwest of Zihuatanejo, the storm has 65 mph winds and is moving west-northwest. While it’s expected to stay at sea, heavy rain may cause flooding and mudslides in parts of western Mexico, the Associated Press has reported. Coastal areas may also … Continue reading Tropical storm Barbara off south-west Mexico coast could become hurricane

Russia claims its forces have advanced to the edge of Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region amid intensified fighting and growing tensions over stalled peace talks and the return of war dead. Moscow has seized over 190 square km of northeastern Ukraine in recent weeks and continues pushing west from Donetsk. Ukraine says its forces are holding the line and accused Russia of playing politics with prisoner and … Continue reading Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck central Colombia early Sunday near Paratebueno, southeast of Bogotá.  No casualties were reported. The quake was followed by smaller tremors, and authorities are assessing the impact. People in Bogotá felt the shaking, but early reports indicate no damage, ABC News has reported. Colombia is located in the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading 6.3 magnitude earthquake hits central Colombia, no casualties reported

Israel has vowed to block the “Madleen” aid ship from reaching Gaza, calling it a media stunt. The vessel, part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, aims to challenge Israel’s blockade. Israeli officials warn the attempt is unlawful and undermines humanitarian efforts, CNN has reported. Despite limited aid recently allowed into Gaza, humanitarian groups warn of worsening famine and crisis conditions. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship, detaining Greta Thunberg and other prominent activists

Colombian presidential candidate and senator Miguel Uribe Turbay remains in critical condition after being shot three times—twice in the head—during a campaign event in Bogotá. A 15-year-old suspect was arrested at the scene with a firearm. Uribe, a right-wing critic of President Gustavo Petro, was rushed into surgery and remains in intensive care. Leaders across Colombia and abroad condemned the attack as a threat to … Continue reading Colombia presidential hopeful shot in head at rally

The Wagner Group has announced its withdrawal from Mali, claiming it has completed its mission of fighting Islamist militants alongside the Malian military since 2021. The exit coincides with renewed jihadist attacks in the region, including deadly assaults on military bases in Boulikessi, Timbuktu, and Mahou. Despite Wagner’s departure, Russia will maintain a presence in Mali through Africa Corps, a rival mercenary group. Wagner’s exit … Continue reading Wagner to withdraw from Mali after ‘completing mission’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel is arming anti-Hamas militias in southern Gaza, a move he defended as a way to protect Israeli soldiers. The revelation follows a leak by former defense minister Avigdor Lieberman and has sparked political backlash within Israel. Meanwhile, Gaza faces worsening humanitarian conditions, with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation halting aid distribution due to security concerns and deadly incidents … Continue reading Israel arming Gaza militias fighting Hamas, Netanyahu says

Israel has recovered the body of Thai national Nattapong Pinta, who was taken hostage during the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023. The 35-year-old agricultural worker was likely killed early in his captivity, and his body was retrieved in a special operation in Rafah, Gaza. He is believed to be the last Thai hostage from the attack, during which 1,200 people were killed and 251 … Continue reading Body of Thai hostage recovered from Gaza, Israel says

Russia launched massive strikes on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, early Saturday, killing at least three people and injuring several others in what Ukrainian officials call the most intense attack since the war began. The assault, involving over 50 drones, missiles, and bombs, followed a large-scale Russian aerial offensive and appears to be retaliation for a Ukrainian drone operation that damaged key Russian missile carriers. Russia … Continue reading Kharkiv hit by ‘most powerful attack’ of entire war, mayor says

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, mistakenly deported to El Salvador during the Trump administration, was returned to the U.S. on Friday to face federal charges related to a human smuggling operation. His deportation had sparked a legal and political standoff after officials admitted it was an error but resisted court orders to bring him back. U.S. authorities presented an arrest warrant to El Salvador’s president, leading to … Continue reading Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to USA; Charged with trafficking

A wild elephant named Plai Biang Lek caused a stir in northeastern Thailand when he wandered into a grocery store near Khao Yai National Park and helped himself to snacks. The 30-year-old elephant, a known local, calmly grabbed food including rice crackers and bananas before leaving without harming anyone, though he left behind muddy footprints. Videos of the incident amused viewers online, ABC News has … Continue reading A hungry wild elephant raids a grocery store for snacks in Thailand

Authorities in Cologne, Germany, safely defused three large unexploded World War II bombs after evacuating over 20,000 people in the city’s largest postwar operation. The bombs, discovered in a shipyard in Deutz, triggered evacuations of homes, schools, hospitals, and key infrastructure, including a major train station. Streets were emptied, transport disrupted, and cultural sites shut down. Residents were warned they could face fines or forced … Continue reading Cologne defuses WW2 bombs after 20,000 evacuated

Erin Patterson, on trial for allegedly poisoning four in-laws with death cap mushrooms in a 2023 lunch, has denied deliberately foraging or weighing the mushrooms to calculate fatal doses. However, she admitted lying to police early in the investigation out of fear. During cross-examination, prosecutors presented photos allegedly showing death cap mushrooms on scales in her home, which Patterson acknowledged taking but denied using to … Continue reading Erin Patterson denies deliberately foraging death cap mushrooms and weighing fatal dose

ran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected a U.S. proposal that would allow limited uranium enrichment in Iran before phasing it out, calling it a violation of Iran’s independence. The move complicates ongoing nuclear talks, with Washington now reassessing its approach. The U.S. offer included dismantling Iran’s underground enrichment sites in exchange for allowing a regional consortium to oversee future enrichment. Iran insists on … Continue reading Iran’s Supreme Leader Rejects Nuclear Deal Offer

The Trump administration has redirected a key antidrone technology—proximity fuzes originally intended for Ukraine—to U.S. Air Force units in the Middle East, signaling a shift in Pentagon priorities away from Kyiv. This decision, justified as an urgent defense need, comes amid growing tensions with Iran and Houthi militants. Critics warn the move weakens Ukraine’s air defenses against Russian drones, while supporters argue it falls within … Continue reading U.S. Is Redirecting Critical Antidrone Technology From Ukraine to U.S. Forces

For the first time, the U.S. Defense Secretary will not attend the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting, signaling a shift in America’s role in supporting Ukraine. Pete Hegseth will miss the gathering of over 50 defense leaders in Brussels on Wednesday and will not participate virtually. This move follows a series of U.S. actions distancing itself from the Ukraine war effort, including halting new military … Continue reading Hegseth will skip a meeting on organizing military aid to Ukraine

Over 200 inmates escaped from Malir prison in Karachi, Pakistan, after a series of mild earthquakes triggered panic on Monday. The inmates attempted to flee while being relocated for safety. So far, 80 have been recaptured, and efforts continue to find the remaining 136. One inmate died and 22 people were injured during the chaos. Most escapees face minor charges. Authorities have warned of strict … Continue reading More than 200 inmates escape Pakistani prison after an earthquake

Aid distribution centers in Gaza will shut down for a day on Wednesday as Israel declares surrounding roads “combat zones.” The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S. and Israeli-backed group replacing UN-led aid, cited organizational updates as the reason for closure. This follows a deadly incident where 27 Palestinians were killed near a GHF site, the third such event in days. Critics, including the UN, … Continue reading IDF says roads to Gaza aid centres are ‘combat zones’ as sites close for day

Sarah Ashton-Cirillo, a 47-year-old transgender U.S. journalist turned Ukrainian military medic, has been sentenced in absentia by Russia to 20 years in a penal colony. Russia accused her of spreading false information and acting as a mercenary. Labeled a terrorist by the Kremlin, Ashton-Cirillo has been outspoken against Russia’s actions and treatment of LGBTQ individuals. Her past claims included allegations of Russian biological and chemical … Continue reading Trans American who joined Ukraine army jailed for 20 years in Russian penal colony