Pro-democracy media tycoon and British citizen Jimmy Lai, 78, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Hong Kong court for national security offences, marking the harshest sentence under the city’s controversial law to date. The court described Lai’s actions as “grave” and “premeditated,” while Lai, a prominent Beijing critic and founder of Apple Daily, has always denied the charges. Supporters gathered outside the … Continue reading Hong Kong court jails media tycoon and British citizen Jimmy Lai for 20 years

Armed robbers staged a dramatic highway ambush in southern Italy on Monday, attacking an armored cash-transport vehicle between Brindisi and Lecce. Disguised in a car resembling a police vehicle, the gang blocked the truck at gunpoint, opened fire, and detonated an explosive to blow open its roof as shocked motorists looked on. Security forces quickly arrived, exchanged gunfire with the suspects, and forced them to … Continue reading Gunmen block highway, blow up armored cash truck in Italy

Israel’s security cabinet has approved new measures that expand Israeli control over the occupied West Bank, prompting strong condemnation from Palestinian leaders and regional actors. Palestinian authorities warned the move could legalize settlement expansion, undermine existing agreements, and effectively block the creation of a future Palestinian state, while Hamas called for increased resistance. Israeli media reported the rules would allow settlers to buy land more … Continue reading Israeli security cabinet approves rules to increase control over West Bank

At least 53 people are dead or missing after a migrant boat capsized in the Mediterranean Sea off the Libyan coast, with only two survivors rescued, the UN migration agency said. The vessel overturned north of Zuwara after departing from Al-Zawiya late on Feb. 5, carrying migrants and refugees from several African countries. The International Organization for Migration said the two survivors, Nigerian women, lost … Continue reading 53 people dead or missing after migrant boat capsizes in Mediterranean

Mexican authorities have discovered bodies and remains in Sinaloa during the search for 10 workers missing from a Canadian gold and silver mine. While the exact number of bodies was not disclosed, officials said one matched the characteristics of a missing worker. Four people believed to be linked to the disappearances were arrested, and authorities dismantled 10 cartel camps in the mountainous Concordia area near … Continue reading Bodies found in Mexico where search is on for 10 missing Canadian mine workers

Spain and Portugal are preparing for Storm Marta, just days after Storm Leonardo caused deadly floods and forced tens of thousands from their homes. Portuguese authorities mobilized over 26,500 rescuers and postponed Sunday’s presidential vote in three municipalities due to severe weather, while much of southern and northwestern Spain was placed on orange alert. Saturated ground from previous storms has increased the risk of flooding, … Continue reading Spain, Portugal brace for new storm after floods kill 2, displace 11,000

Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of military aggression and of backing armed groups inside Ethiopian territory as tensions between the neighbors escalate. Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos said Eritrean forces have occupied parts of Ethiopia’s border areas and called the incursions acts of “outright aggression.” He demanded that Eritrea withdraw its troops and end support for rebel groups, while saying Ethiopia remains open to dialogue if its … Continue reading Ethiopia demands Eritrea ‘immediately withdraw’ troops from its territory

A drone attack by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces hit a vehicle carrying displaced families in North Kordofan, killing at least 24 people, including eight children, doctors said. The strike occurred near Er Rahad as families fled fighting, and wounded survivors were taken to hospitals already struggling with severe shortages. The attack came amid a surge in drone strikes, including one that destroyed a World Food … Continue reading RSF drone attack kills 24 people fleeing fighting in central Sudan

Russian authorities have detained a man accused of shooting a senior military intelligence official in Moscow, according to the Federal Security Service (FSB). The suspect, Russian national Lyubomir Korba, was arrested in Dubai after fleeing Russia hours after the attack and was extradited with help from UAE authorities. He is accused of ambushing and shooting Deputy Military Intelligence Chief Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev in his … Continue reading Russia says second suspect in general’s shooting arrested in Dubai

Lindsey Vonn’s attempt to win the Olympic downhill at age 41 ended in a terrifying crash just seconds into her run, leaving her with a broken left leg. She was airlifted from the course and later underwent surgery in Italy, with doctors saying she is in stable condition. The fall likely ends the storied career of the four-time overall World Cup champion, who was competing … Continue reading Lindsey Vonn crashes at Olympics, has surgery on broken leg