An armed group seized a military post in central Bolivia, kidnapping personnel and taking weapons, the Bolivian military reported. President Luis Arce claimed the group is linked to former president Evo Morales, though no evidence was provided. The military called for the group’s peaceful exit, labeling the takeover as “treason.” This incident adds to recent tensions as Morales and Arce clash ahead of the 2025 … Continue reading Armed group kidnaps military personnel and seizes base in central Bolivia, military says

Israel launched airstrikes on Beirut’s suburbs, targeting Hezbollah’s command centers and ammunition facilities, amid U.S. efforts to negotiate a cease-fire. Lt. Col. Avichay Adraee shared evacuation orders for residents of southern Beirut, where Israeli troops are positioned. The strikes followed a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and U.S. officials, in which Israel emphasized the need to neutralize threats from Lebanon. Over 2,800 people have … Continue reading Israel hammers Beirut suburbs as US pushes for cease-fire

A 63-year-old man was arrested in connection with the theft of over 24 tons of artisanal cheddar, valued at more than $390,000, from Neal’s Yard Dairy in London. The cheese, stolen on October 21, was fraudulently ordered by someone posing as a distributor for a major French retailer. Neal’s Yard Dairy paid their suppliers despite the theft, and British chef Jamie Oliver urged the public … Continue reading Man arrested after 24 tons of cheddar totaling $390,000 is stolen in London

Typhoon Kong-rey weakened to a tropical storm and was expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to Shanghai and China’s east coast on Friday. After crossing Taiwan on Thursday, the storm caused landslides, toppled trees, and injured over 500 people, with two fatalities reported. Authorities in Taiwan located a missing Czech couple, who were safe. Kong-rey is forecast to affect Zhejiang, Jiangsu, and Shanghai … Continue reading Tropical Storm Kong-rey threatens Shanghai and China’s coast after hitting Taiwan as a typhoon

Two Hezbollah rocket attacks on northern Israel killed seven people on Thursday, marking the deadliest strikes in months. An Israeli farmer and four foreign workers were killed near Metula, while an Israeli mother and son died near Haifa. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for firing at the Krayot area and Israeli forces. Amid the violence, two U.S. envoys met with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss a … Continue reading Seven killed in Israel in deadliest Hezbollah rocket strikes in months

North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, setting a record 86-minute flight time and demonstrating a range capable of reaching the U.S. mainland. This was North Korea’s first ICBM launch since December and may aim to draw U.S. attention ahead of the November 5 election. The missile, launched near Pyongyang, traveled 620 miles before landing in the sea off Japan, though its high-angle … Continue reading North Korean missile test records longest-ever flight time

Rescue crews in Spain searched for bodies and survivors on Thursday after devastating flash floods left at least 158 dead, mostly in the Valencia region. Streets were buried under mud and debris, with cars piled up, power lines downed, and homes destroyed. Many remain missing as rescuers continue to comb through damaged areas, recovering bodies from vehicles and buildings, the Associated Press has reported. Spanish … Continue reading Spain searches for bodies after flood of the century claims at least 160 lives

Taiwanese authorities are warning residents along the eastern coast to prepare for Super Typhoon Kong-rey, which has rapidly intensified after impacting the Philippines. Now classified as a super typhoon by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center, it boasts winds of 240 km/h (150 mph), akin to a Category 4 hurricane. Forecasted to make landfall early Thursday in Taitung, the storm is expected to affect almost all … Continue reading Super Typhoon Kong-rey edges towards Taiwan, could sweep ‘almost the whole’ island

Researchers have uncovered “witches marks” and other ritual carvings at Gainsborough Old Hall, a historic medieval manor in Lincolnshire, England. Discovered during two years of research by volunteer Rick Berry, approximately 20 carvings were catalogued, mainly in the servants’ wing. The marks include protective symbols such as a pentangle, overlapping V’s known as Marian marks, and hexafoils, as well as rare curse inscriptions, one featuring … Continue reading ‘Witches marks’ and curses found carved into the walls of historic England manor

Italy is embroiled in an internal espionage scandal involving a private investigation firm made up of former and current security services members, accused of stealing personal information from politicians, including Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, for extortion. Allegations also suggest ties to Israel’s Mossad. At least four arrests have been made, with many others under investigation, as cybersecurity experts suspect breaches of the interior ministry’s servers. … Continue reading Italy rocked by espionage scandal in which Mossad implicated

A man has died, and up to nine others are missing after the 10-story Dubrovnik hotel in Villa Gessell, Argentina, collapsed early Tuesday morning. The victim, believed to be an 80-year-old man from a neighboring building, was confirmed by local authorities, who noted his partner was rescued. Rescue efforts are ongoing to locate individuals trapped in the debris, which includes construction workers reportedly involved in … Continue reading One dead and others trapped beneath rubble of collapsed hotel in Argentina

Canada has accused India’s Home Affairs Minister Amit Shah of involvement in a plot targeting Sikh separatists in Canada, a claim first reported by The Washington Post. Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison confirmed Shah’s name to the newspaper, though details of the intelligence remain undisclosed. Canada’s national security adviser, Nathalie Drouin, stated that Indian authorities in Canada gathered intelligence on Canadian citizens, allegedly sharing it … Continue reading Canada: Indian minister plotted to target Sikh separatists

Russian President Vladimir Putin launched extensive nuclear force exercises simulating a retaliatory strike, testing ballistic and cruise missiles to showcase Russia’s nuclear capabilities amid escalating tensions with the West over Ukraine. Defense Minister Andrei Belousov said the drills focus on a “massive nuclear strike in response to an enemy’s attack.” Putin emphasized nuclear forces as a key security guarantee, pledging continued modernization. Test launches included … Continue reading Russia drill simulates “massive nuclear strike” in response to enemy attack, Moscow says

Following torrential rains and flash floods in southeastern Spain, bodies have been recovered in the Valencia region, though exact numbers were withheld. Six people remain missing in Letur, Albacete, as rescue efforts, aided by drones, continue overnight. Social media footage shows widespread destruction, including swept-away cars and damaged bridges, BBC has reported. With red alerts in Valencia and high warnings in Andalusia, Valencia has closed … Continue reading Bodies recovered after flash floods in Spain

The Israel Defense Forces conducted targeted strikes on military sites in Iran in response to earlier Iranian missile attacks. Meanwhile, fighting escalated in Gaza and Lebanon, with intense Israeli airstrikes hitting northern Gaza and renewed attacks on Beirut. U.N. envoy Tor Wennesland condemned civilian casualties in Gaza, calling for adherence to international humanitarian law. Additionally, the U.S. expressed concern over Israel’s recent legislation limiting operations … Continue reading 110 dead, including 25 children, in strike on Gaza

Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley killed at least 60 people, including two children, and injured 58, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. The strikes targeted 16 areas in the Hezbollah-controlled Baalbek region, with the town of Al-Allaq hardest hit, losing 16 family members in one attack. Governor Bachie Khodr called it the “most violent” assault since Israel’s conflict escalation against Hezbollah. Additional attacks on Tyre … Continue reading Lebanon says 60 killed in Israel strikes on eastern valley

Eighteen-year-old Axel Muganwa Rudakubana, charged with killing three young girls and injuring others at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in the UK, now faces additional charges for possessing an al Qaeda training manual and ricin poison. The poison and training document were discovered at his home, though authorities confirmed no public exposure risk to ricin. Despite these new charges under the Terrorism Act, police have … Continue reading UK stabbing suspect in deaths of 3 girls found with ricin, al Qaeda material and charged under Terrorism Act

Tommy Robinson, British far-right activist and founder of the defunct English Defence League, has been sentenced to 18 months in jail for contempt of court after repeating false allegations against a Syrian refugee. Robinson admitted to breaching UK court orders by publicly spreading false claims about the refugee in a film, “Silenced,” shared on social media and at a London rally. In 2021, he lost … Continue reading UK political activist Tommy Robinson jailed for 18 months

A manhunt is underway in northern Austria after a suspected gunman fatally shot Franz Hofer, mayor of Kirchberg ob der Donau, and another man in Altenfelden, near the German and Czech borders. Police identified Roland Drexler, 56, as the suspect, reportedly armed and dangerous, who fled in a Volkswagen Caddy after a dispute over hunting rights. Local officials expressed shock over the incident, describing it … Continue reading Austrian mayor shot dead with suspect on the run, police say

Lovisa “Kiki” Sjoberg, 48, was found alive but “dazed and unwell” in Australia’s Snowy Mountains after nearly two weeks missing. New South Wales Police launched a large-scale search when her rental car was left unmoved for six days. Sjoberg reported being bitten by a venomous copperhead snake four days prior to her rescue, and she suffered dehydration and a rolled ankle, NBC News has reported. … Continue reading Woman found alive after surviving snake bite and two weeks in the wilderness

Israel launched airstrikes on Tyre, Lebanon, on Monday, targeting Hezbollah fighters and key military sites in response to Hezbollah’s use of civilian areas for militant operations. Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported seven dead and 17 injured near Tyre’s Corniche. Israel claimed it aimed to disrupt Hezbollah’s military capabilities, including targeting the Aziz unit, linked to recent shelling of Israeli territory. Meanwhile, in Gaza, where civilian casualties … Continue reading At least 7 killed, 17 injured in strikes on Tyre as Israeli military maintains pressure on Lebanon

The U.S. will not restrict Ukraine’s use of American weapons if North Korea joins Russia in the conflict, the Pentagon announced, as NATO reported North Korean forces are moving to Russia’s Kursk region. This shift raises concerns that the Ukraine war could expand amid increasing collaboration between Russia and North Korea. NATO’s Mark Rutte called this alliance a threat to global security, and U.S. President … Continue reading No new limits on Ukraine’s use of US arms if North Korea joins fight, Pentagon says

Russia launched missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, hitting Dnipro’s key Mechnikov Hospital and killing at least five, including a child, with 21 others injured. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the attack as a continuation of Russian aggression, calling for decisive international action. In Kyiv, drone strikes killed two people, including a young girl, and led to over 100 evacuations, marking the city’s 16th attack this … Continue reading Russian strike on Ukrainian hospital used to treat soldiers kills at least five