Kai-Ji Adam Lo, the man accused of driving into a crowded Filipino cultural festival in Vancouver and killing 11 people, was under mental health care and on “extended leave” at the time of the attack. Authorities say he had a history of mental health issues but was not flagged as a safety risk. The crash, which injured over two dozen others, occurred Saturday night and … Continue reading Suspect in Vancouver vehicle attack that killed 11 was on ‘extended leave’ from mental health care

Spain’s massive blackout on Monday was partly caused by its electricity grid’s inability to handle a surge in solar power, experts say. Around 55% of supply came from solar when 15GW of generation dropped in five seconds, triggering widespread outages in Spain and Portugal. Analysts blamed a lack of firm backup power from fossil fuels or nuclear sources and poor grid management. Some suggested either … Continue reading Spain and Portugal blackout blamed on solar power dependency

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the first weapons tests from a new 5,000-ton destroyer, the Choe Hyon, including a supersonic cruise missile, as part of a push to modernize and nuclearize the country’s navy. The tests, conducted earlier this week, also featured anti-aircraft and strategic cruise missiles. Kim called for an aggressive defense posture and the development of a blue-water navy, ABC News has … Continue reading Kim Jong Un oversees missile tests on new North Korean warship

Wildfires near Jerusalem have prompted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to declare a national emergency, warning the flames could reach the city. High temperatures and strong winds have fueled the worst fires in a decade, injuring at least 23 people and forcing evacuations from multiple communities. The military, firefighters, and rescue teams are working to contain the blazes, with international aid requested. Authorities suspect arson … Continue reading Israel wildfires spread near Jerusalem, drawing national emergency declaration

A man has pleaded guilty to terrorism charges in Russia, admitting he was paid by Ukraine’s security service to kill Lt. Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik in a car bombing near Moscow. Moskalik is the second senior Russian officer killed in such an attack in four months. In December, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov was also killed by a bomb in an incident Ukraine later claimed responsibility for, … Continue reading Suspect in killing of Russian general pleads guilty and claims he was paid by Ukraine

Palestinian officials report that over 52,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel resumed its offensive in March, ending a ceasefire with Hamas. Israel, which controls about half of Gaza and has encircled Rafah, has blocked food and medical imports for nearly two months, worsening a humanitarian crisis. Aid groups warn of imminent shortages and widespread malnutrition. Israel says its actions aim to pressure … Continue reading Death toll in Gaza rises to 52,000, Israel continues offensive

Global military spending surged by nearly 10% in 2024—the largest annual increase since the Cold War—driven by ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Total global spending reached over $2.7 trillion, with the U.S. remaining the top spender at $997 billion. Russia’s spending jumped 38% to $149 billion, while Ukraine’s rose modestly … Continue reading Global powers boost military budgets by record percent

At least 22 people were killed and three others injured after a fire broke out at a restaurant in Liaoning, northern China, on Tuesday afternoon, according to state media. The blaze started around 12:25 p.m. local time in a multi-story building. Images from the scene showed intense flames erupting from windows and doors. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, ABC News has … Continue reading 22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in China

Four former pro-democracy lawmakers in Hong Kong—Claudia Mo, Kwok Ka-ki, Jeremy Tam, and Gary Fan—were released from prison after serving part of their sentences under the National Security Law. They had been jailed for over three years after pleading guilty to subversion for organizing an unofficial opposition primary. Their release accounts for time served since their 2021 arrests, the BBC has reported. The case was … Continue reading Hong Kong frees four pro-democracy lawmakers who completed jail terms

Three people were killed in a shooting at a hair salon in central Uppsala, Sweden, just before the city’s Walpurgis spring festival. The shooter fled on a scooter and remains at large, prompting a major police search involving helicopters and temporarily halted train services. The motive and identities of the victims are unknown, the BBC has reported. The incident comes amid growing concern over rising … Continue reading Three people killed after shooting in Sweden

Pakistani soldiers fired at Indian positions along the Kashmir border for a second night, the Indian military said Saturday, amid rising tensions after a deadly attack killed 26 people, mostly Indian tourists. India blamed Pakistan for backing the assault, which was claimed by a little-known group, Kashmir Resistance. Pakistan denies involvement. No casualties were reported in the cross-border fire. The attack, one of the worst … Continue reading Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir

A US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet fell overboard from the USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea during towing operations, reportedly after the ship made a hard turn to evade fire from Yemen’s Houthi rebels. All crew are accounted for, with one sailor sustaining a minor injury after jumping from the jet before it went overboard. The $60 million aircraft has sunk, and an investigation is … Continue reading US Navy loses $60 million jet at sea after it fell overboard from aircraft carrier

Power has been mostly restored across Spain and Portugal after a massive blackout Monday disrupted daily life, halted transport, and caused chaos across the Iberian Peninsula and parts of France. While 99% of Spain and most of Portugal have electricity again, transport disruptions are expected to continue. Authorities are still investigating the cause, with Spain reporting a sudden loss of 15 gigawatts—about 60% of national … Continue reading Power mostly restored as Spain and Portugal grapple with fallout of massive outage

After a militant attack killed 26 people in India-administered Kashmir, Indian authorities detained at least 1,500 people and destroyed several homes linked to suspected militants. India blamed Pakistan for backing the attackers, escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations. Pakistan denied involvement and called for a neutral investigation, NPR has reported. Kashmiri residents and lawmakers accused Indian security forces of demolishing homes without due process, … Continue reading Homes destroyed and 1,500 detained in Kashmir as India cracks down following attacks

A suspect has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder after allegedly driving an SUV into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver, killing at least 11 and injuring dozens. The suspect, Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, was arrested at the scene and has a history of mental health issues. Authorities say there is no sign of terrorism. The tragedy, described as “the … Continue reading Suspect charged with murder over Vancouver Filipino festival car ramming

China’s coastguard seized Sandy Cay, a disputed reef near the Philippines’ key outpost in the South China Sea, raising tensions during U.S.-Philippines military exercises. China planted its flag on the reef, claiming sovereignty for the first time in years. Although no permanent occupation is reported yet, the move heightens fears of future Chinese expansion. The U.S. called the action “deeply concerning,” warning it threatens regional … Continue reading China seizes disputed reef in the South China Sea

A massive explosion and fire at Iran’s Shahid Rajaei port on Saturday killed 25 people and injured around 800, reportedly linked to a shipment of missile fuel chemicals. The blast occurred as U.S.-Iran nuclear talks took place in Oman. Although Iranian officials denied missile fuel was involved, reports suggest the fire stemmed from mishandling solid rocket propellant, the Associated Press has reported. The fire was … Continue reading Massive explosion at Iran port linked to missile fuel shipment

Michael Gloss, 21, the son of CIA deputy director Julianne Gallina Gloss and Navy veteran Larry Gloss, was killed in April 2024 while secretly fighting for Russia in Ukraine, a fact only recently revealed by an iStories investigation. His parents, unaware he had joined the Russian military, described him as a “peacenik” struggling with mental health issues. After traveling through Italy, Turkey, and Georgia, Michael … Continue reading CIA deputy director’s son died fighting for RUSSIA in Ukraine

A student was killed and at least three others injured in a stabbing at the Notre-Dame-de-Toutes-Aides school in Nantes, western France, on Thursday. The attacker, reportedly restrained by a teacher, was arrested at the scene. The school, which has around 2,000 students, was evacuated, and a heavy police and emergency presence was deployed. Officials including France’s education and interior ministers are visiting the site. Local … Continue reading Student killed in French school stabbing attack, reports say

Benin’s government has confirmed that 54 soldiers were killed in a jihadist attack last week near the borders with Burkina Faso and Niger, far higher than the previously reported toll of eight. The al-Qaeda-linked group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen (JNIM), based in Mali, claimed responsibility. This marks the deadliest attack in northern Benin since insurgents began operating there, the BBC has reported. Benin vowed … Continue reading Benin admits that 54 soldiers killed in attack by al-Qaeda group

During recent nuclear talks in Rome, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff that reaching a final deal on President Trump’s tight 60-day timetable may not be realistic, suggesting an interim deal instead. While Iran’s UN mission denied the proposal, sources confirmed Araghchi raised the idea. Witkoff declined to consider an interim deal for now, focusing instead on completing a full agreement. … Continue reading Iran raised possible interim nuclear deal with U.S., sources say

At least 12 people were killed and dozens injured in a massive overnight Russian attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions, involving nearly 70 missiles and 150 drones. Amid growing international pressure for a peace deal, Donald Trump publicly urged Vladimir Putin to stop the strikes, calling them “very bad timing.” Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is cutting his Africa trip short to return home. Meanwhile, U.S. … Continue reading ‘Vladimir, STOP!’ Trump says to Putin after deadliest Russian strike on Kyiv in months

Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated after a militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir killed 26 tourists. India blamed the Pakistan-based group Lashkar-e-Taiba and identified three suspects, two of them Pakistani. Pakistan denied involvement and criticized India’s lack of evidence. In response to the accusations and diplomatic actions by India—including border closures and visa suspensions—Pakistan expelled Indian diplomats, suspended trade, and closed its airspace … Continue reading Pakistan suspends visas for Indians after deadly Kashmir attack on tourists

Russia is escalating hybrid attacks targeting the Netherlands and its European allies, including cyberattacks and potential sabotage, according to Dutch military intelligence (MIVD). The agency reported a Russian cyberattack on a Dutch public service and attempts to compromise critical infrastructure, possibly in preparation for sabotage. These hybrid threats include espionage, cyberattacks, and disinformation aimed at destabilizing society. The MIVD also warned of Russian surveillance of … Continue reading Russia is upping hybrid attacks against Europe, Dutch intelligence says

Israeli police are searching for a swimmer feared to have been attacked by a shark off the coast near Hadera. The area, known for its population of endangered dusky and sandbar sharks, draws crowds who often swim near or even interact with the sharks, despite repeated warnings from conservation groups. The missing man reportedly entered the water to swim with the sharks during a busy … Continue reading Suspected shark attack closes Israeli beach as police search for swimmer