Distracted driver crashes into vehicle during Texas traffic stop
A driver crashed into a vehicle pulled over during a traffic stop in Texas, injuring at least one person and narrowly missing a police officer, authorities said.
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US Iran War Latest Updates
US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States held back what he described as "by far the biggest attack since World War II" on Iran.
Russia-Ukraine War LIVE: Russia Downs 1,000+ Ukrainian Drones; Kyiv Strikes Military Airfield
WION Russia said on Sunday that its forces had intercepted over 1,000 drones from Ukraine, while Ukraine, on the same day, said that it had attacked a Russian military airfield.
Five dead, 41 missing, after Indonesia ferry catches fire
At least five people died and 41 were reported missing after a passenger ferry caught fire in Indonesian waters. Rescue teams searched the sea and the vessel for survivors while authorities worked to identify the…
How Spain's migrant crisis created a political storm - whipped up by social media
Spain’s migration crisis around Ceuta developed into a political confrontation fuelled by viral posts, misleading claims and organised online campaigns. Images and rumours spread rapidly, intensifying fear and anger…
Anti-LGBTQ+ laws are on the rise across west Africa, campaigners warn
West African governments are introducing or strengthening laws that criminalise same-sex relationships and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Senegal increased the maximum sentence for gay sex, while Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have…
Tourist plane crashes during flight over Peru’s Nazca Lines, killing 13
A tourist aircraft crashed near Peru’s Nazca Lines, killing all 13 people on board. The Cessna Grand Caravan was carrying 11 tourists and two pilots when it lost contact shortly after departing Pisco and came down near…
Poland: Prime Minister Tusk defies anti-Ukrainian violence
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned anti-Ukrainian violence and said the government would not tolerate attacks motivated by nationality or political hatred. His intervention followed incidents that raised…
Germany: Islamism and right-wing extremism — a story of mutual radicalization
Islamist and far-right extremist movements in Germany are increasingly feeding each other’s narratives. Islamist violence is used by the far right to portray Muslims as a collective threat, while racist attacks and…
Germany: As temperatures rise, so does climate skepticism
Climate scepticism is becoming more visible in Germany even as heatwaves, drought and extreme weather intensify. Researchers say denial has shifted from rejecting climate change outright to questioning the urgency…
China: Dozens dead in Gansu flash floods
Flash floods in China’s Gansu province killed dozens of people after intense rainfall swept through communities and damaged roads, homes and public infrastructure. Rescue teams searched for missing residents while…
Trump says he's cancelling Iran strikes, deal pending
Trump announced that he was cancelling planned strikes on Iran while a possible agreement remained under discussion. Regional mediators were working to revive negotiations covering the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions and…
Avalanche in Pakistan kills famed mountaineer Nirmal Purja and his fellow climbers
Renowned climber Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja was among a group killed by an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan. The climbers lost contact with their support team before rescue efforts confirmed the deaths. Purja, a former…
Overnight Russian barrage kills nine in Kyiv, as air defense struggle with U.S. continues
A large overnight Russian missile and drone attack killed nine people in Kyiv and damaged homes and infrastructure across the Ukrainian capital. Rescue workers searched collapsed buildings and treated the injured as…
French Catholic Church prepares for Pope Leo's historic visit in September
France’s Catholic Church is preparing for Pope Leo’s first major visit to the country in September. Dioceses, security services and civic authorities are coordinating large religious gatherings, travel arrangements and…
Spain installs sea barrier on Ceuta's border with Morocco after frontier rush that killed 67
Spain has installed a maritime barrier along part of Ceuta’s border with Morocco after a mass frontier rush left 67 people dead. The structure is intended to prevent dangerous sea crossings and improve control around…
Ballot paper for Clacton by-election is longest in British electoral history
The ballot paper for the Clacton by-election is the longest used in a British parliamentary election, reflecting an unusually large field of candidates. Election officials must ensure the extended paper is clear…
Devolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said the government’s devolution programme strengthens the case for a written UK constitution. He argued that transferring powers to regions without clearly defining the…