In central Mexico, a police chief in Texcaltitlán took his own life as troops moved to arrest him during “Operation Swarm,” a large-scale anti-corruption raid targeting officials linked to criminal groups. Federal authorities arrested seven individuals, including mayors and police chiefs from towns such as Amanalco and Tejupilco, as well as suburban areas near Mexico City. Charges include extortion, kidnapping, and homicide, with links to … Continue reading A police chief in Mexico kills himself as troops try to arrest him in a corruption probe

Authorities in Laos have detained the owner and staff of a backpacker hostel after six tourists, including British lawyer Simone White and Australian teens Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, died from suspected methanol poisoning. The victims reportedly consumed free shots laced with methanol at a bar. Methanol poisoning, often linked to counterfeit alcohol, caused severe illness in at least 12 others, including two Danish women … Continue reading Hostel owner detained over deaths of 6 backpackers

During the “Life of Sarah” Shabbat in Hebron, dozens of right-wing settlers harassed Central Command chief Major-General Avi Bluth, chasing him and other officers, blocking roads, and shouting insults as they attempted to disrupt his operational activities. Police arrested five rioters, and the crowd was dispersed shortly after. The IDF strongly condemned the incident, stating it takes violence against its service members seriously and denounces … Continue reading Five settlers arrested after attempted attack on IDF Central Command chief

The Pentagon announced a $275 million aid package for Ukraine, including antipersonnel land mines and air defense systems, as the Biden administration rushes to deliver military support before President-elect Trump takes office. Ukraine recently used U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles to strike Russian targets, escalating tensions. The aid package includes artillery rounds, HIMARS munitions, drones, and more, using funds approved by Congress. Biden’s administration is also expediting … Continue reading US will send Ukraine at least $275 million in new weapons in push to bolster Kyiv

Russia’s military confirmed Ukraine used British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles to strike Russian territory for the first time on Wednesday, reportedly targeting a command center in Kursk. Local forces claimed 12 missiles were launched, hitting a 19th-century estate used as a communications hub. The missiles, capable of reaching 250 km, were initially restricted to Ukrainian territory when delivered by the U.K. in 2023, The Moscow Times … Continue reading Russia Confirms Ukraine Used U.K.-Made Storm Shadow Missiles in Cross-Border Strikes

A volcano near Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, erupted late Wednesday for the seventh time in a year, creating a fissure nearly two miles long and spewing lava and smoke. The eruption, smaller than previous ones, caused no disruption to air traffic or major infrastructure. Authorities evacuated some areas near the Reykjanes peninsula, but Grindavik, a nearby fishing town, remains safe for now, NBC News has reported. … Continue reading Icelandic volcano erupts for seventh time in a year

Russia’s ambassador to the UK, Andrei Kelin, accused Britain of being “directly involved” in the Ukraine war after British Storm Shadow missiles were used to strike targets inside Russia. The claim follows Western allies approving Ukraine’s use of long-range missiles, with the U.S. and Britain leading the policy shift. In response, President Putin tested a new intermediate-range missile in a strike on Dnipro and warned … Continue reading Britain ‘directly involved’ in Ukraine war, Russian ambassador says

Vladimir Putin tested Russia’s new hypersonic missile, the “Oreshnik,” by firing it at Ukraine, citing retaliation for British and American long-range weapons supplied to Kyiv. In a televised address, Putin labeled Britain a legitimate military target and lowered Russia’s nuclear response threshold. The missile was part of a larger strike on Ukraine’s military facilities, with Dnipro being hit, injuring two people. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned … Continue reading Russia tested new hypersonic missile in Ukraine strike

Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s son, Marius Borg Høiby, has been arrested on suspicion of rape and domestic abuse in Norway. The 27-year-old admitted to assaulting a woman in August during an alcohol- and drug-fueled incident and violated a restraining order in September. Høiby has cited struggles with mental health and substance abuse, the Daily Mail has reported. Meanwhile, Crown Princess Mette-Marit has resumed royal duties following … Continue reading Norway royal arrested on suspicion of rape

Thousands of farmers protested in London against changes to inheritance tax on agricultural assets introduced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the Labour government’s recent budget. The policy imposes a 20% tax on inherited farms worth over £1 million, starting in 2026, while most smaller estates remain unaffected. Farmers argue the tax threatens family farms and food production, with some fearing they may need to sell … Continue reading UK Farmers Protest in London Over Inheritance Tax Change

NATO is conducting its largest artillery exercise in Europe, Dynamic Front 25, involving 5,000 troops from the U.S., Sweden, the U.K., France, and other allies. Drills are taking place across Finland, Estonia, Germany, Romania, and Poland, with 3,600 soldiers training in Finland’s Arctic conditions. Experts view the exercise as a message of unity and defense capability to Russia, especially following Finland’s NATO membership after decades … Continue reading NATO holds large Arctic exercises in backyard

Sweden and Lithuania’s defense ministers voiced serious concerns over the severing of an undersea telecom cable linking the two countries, which is being investigated as sabotage. In a joint statement, Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson and Lithuanian Defense Minister Laurynas Kasciunas described the incident as alarming and emphasized that such situations must be viewed against the backdrop of increasing threats from Russia in the region. … Continue reading Sweden, Lithuania ‘Deeply Concerned’ By Severed Baltic Sea Cable

Russia has begun mass-producing “KUB-M” mobile bomb shelters capable of withstanding nuclear blasts, natural disasters, and conventional weapon attacks. The shelters, resembling shipping containers, can house 54 people for up to 48 hours and are designed for quick transport and use in harsh conditions. The announcement follows heightened tensions as President Biden allowed Ukraine to use US long-range missiles against Russia, leading to a strike … Continue reading Russia starts making nuclear-resistant mobile bomb shelters

Brazilian federal police arrested five individuals, including military personnel and a federal officer, accused of plotting a coup and planning assassinations of President Lula, Vice President Alckmin, and Supreme Court Justice de Moraes after the 2022 elections. Among those detained was retired Brig. Gen. Mário Fernandes, linked to pro-Bolsonaro protest camps and accused of providing financial and logistical support for the plot. The group allegedly … Continue reading Brazilian police arrest 5 officers over coup plot and plans to kill Lula, others

Germany’s secret “Operation Deutschland” plan, detailed in a 1,000-page document, outlines preparations for potential World War III amid escalating tensions from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The strategy prioritizes protecting critical infrastructure, boosting self-sufficiency, and training essential workers. Germany follows Nordic countries, which have issued survival guides to citizens as fears of global conflict grow. Recent developments, including Ukraine’s first use of U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles on … Continue reading Germany planning for WW3 with 1,000-page secret doc ‘Operation Deutschland’ along with 800k NATO troops

Pro-Putin spokesperson Sergey Markov has issued a warning of potential “WW3 by Christmas,” claiming Western approval for Ukraine to fire long-range missiles into Russia marks a significant step toward nuclear conflict. Markov argued that Ukraine relies on U.S., UK, and French military assistance to use these precision missiles, framing the move as direct Western involvement in the war. While supporters of the decision view it … Continue reading Russia threatens US with ‘nuclear war by Christmas’ in chilling WW3 warning

Vladimir Putin has approved a new nuclear doctrine, threatening nuclear retaliation if Ukraine uses long-range Western missiles on Russian soil. This follows the U.S. decision to allow Ukraine to fire ATACMS rockets inside Russia, intensifying the conflict. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed the policy permits nuclear response to conventional weapon aggression supported by nuclear-armed states, the U.S. Sun has reported. Pro-Putin figures, including Dmitry Kiselyov … Continue reading Putin allows nuclear response to long-range US missiles being fired at Russia, signs off on drastic WW3 escalation

The ongoing civil war in Sudan, which has lasted for 19 months, is causing the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. Over 13 million people have been displaced, with famine affecting camps for displaced civilians and widespread famine-like conditions in other areas. Outbreaks of diseases like dengue, malaria, cholera, and measles are hitting children hardest, while 90% of children are out of school due to the education … Continue reading Amnesty International says weapons from U.S. allies are fueling Sudan’s raging civil war

India successfully tested a domestically developed long-range hypersonic missile, marking a major milestone in its military capabilities. The missile, created by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), can carry payloads over 1,500 km (930 miles) and demonstrated accurate terminal maneuvers during the test. The launch occurred from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha, CNN has reported. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called the test … Continue reading India’s successful test of hypersonic missile puts it among elite group

The former chief coroner, Thomas Teague KC, has warned that the UK’s proposed assisted dying bill could lead to “non-voluntary euthanasia” if passed. Teague, in a report ahead of a key parliamentary vote on Nov 29, argues that the safeguards in the bill are insufficient and would lead to a broader expansion of euthanasia, as seen in the Netherlands and Canada. Legal experts, including Lord … Continue reading UK’s Assisted dying bill ‘could open door to involuntary euthanasia’

President Biden has approved Ukraine’s use of U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles for deeper strikes inside Russia, as Moscow deploys 12,000 North Korean troops to bolster its war effort. The decision follows intensified Russian attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure and civilians, as well as Donald Trump’s election win, raising uncertainty about future U.S. support. North Korea has also provided Russia with munitions, complicating the conflict, the Associated Press … Continue reading Biden authorizes Ukraine to use US-supplied longer range missiles for deeper strikes inside Russia

Russia is gaining momentum on multiple fronts in Ukraine, making tactical advances in the east and southeast while ramping up aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities. Moscow has also deployed nearly 50,000 troops, including North Korean reinforcements, to the Kursk region, threatening Ukraine’s recent successes there. Key areas like Kupiansk and Kurakhove are under intense pressure, with Kupiansk at risk of falling due to its strategic … Continue reading Bad news mounts for Ukraine across the frontlines

A 28-year-old South Korean man was arrested at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Peru for attempting to smuggle 320 tarantulas, 110 centipedes, and nine bullet ants. Authorities discovered the animals strapped to his body in packages, after noticing his swollen abdomen. The creatures were reportedly sourced illegally, contributing to the global wildlife trafficking trade, which impacts thousands of species and generates millions of dollars annually, … Continue reading Man arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle hundreds of tarantulas and centipedes

A fire in a neonatal intensive care unit at a hospital in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, killed 10 newborns and injured 16 others. The blaze, which spread rapidly through the ward treating 55 infants, highlighted safety lapses, including expired fire extinguishers and non-functional alarms. Authorities rescued 45 babies and launched an investigation. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak pledged support for victims’ families and strict action against … Continue reading Fire engulfs hospital ward in northern India, killing 10 newborn babies