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Russia reports online attacks on electoral system on second day of parliamentary vote
Russian authorities report that Moscow's online voting system was subjected to a strong cyber-attack overnight during the State Duma election.
South Africa protests erupt after nine women killed near Johannesburg
Protests and memorial runs have erupted across South Africa following the discovery of nine women's bodies in the Ekurhuleni municipality.
Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts and reports explosions in Riyadh amid Houthi threats
Saudi Arabia issued emergency warnings and reported explosions in Riyadh amid intensifying Houthi threats and escalating regional conflict.
Smoke, flames seen near Riyadh airport, ‘major’ flight disruptions reported
Thick smoke and towering flames rose near King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following explosions and overnight emergency warnings, causing major flight disruptions.
Cuba hit by nationwide blackout after power grid suffers total collapse
Cuba was plunged into darkness as its entire electricity grid suffered a total disconnection, leaving millions of residents without power amid a deepening crisis.
Pope calls Diocese of Rome to pastoral evaluation: ‘Do less and do it better
Pope Leo XIV called on the Diocese of Rome to begin a pastoral evaluation, telling clergy they have permission to do less and do it better.
Israeli strike on motorcycle kills Palestinian in Gaza City, injures child
An Israeli air strike targeting a motorcycle in Gaza City killed one Palestinian and critically injured a child. The attack comes amid a severe humanitarian crisis as medical facilities face collapse.
Russian drone strike kills child in Pukhivka, Kyiv suburbs
A devastating Russian drone strike in Pukhivka killed a young child and his grandparents, highlighting severe strains on air defense stockpiles.
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill
President Donald Trump has signed a bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia's key economic sectors and authorizing steep tariffs on top energy buyers like China and India.
Donald Trump Jr. repaid Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev for wedding expenses
Donald Trump Jr. has reportedly reimbursed Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev for funding parts of his Bahamas wedding, following intense scrutiny from lawmakers and ethics watchdogs.
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House
President Donald Trump announced a ban barring CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, prompting condemnation and anticipated legal challenges.
Michael Desronvil breaks silence after Lindsay Clancy mistrial backlash
Holdout juror Michael Desronvil has defended his role in deadlocking the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, insisting the evidence proved intent.
Russia’s drones threaten Kyiv-bound Western officials as war effort stalls
Russian drone strikes near the Polish border endangered European officials and former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson as Moscow faces military and economic setbacks.
Houthis seize Bab al-Mandab waterway and threaten Trump oil chokehold
Iran-backed Houthi fighters have seized the critical Bab al-Mandab waterway, establishing a severe oil chokehold that tests the Trump administration.
Iran mobilises 313,000 volunteer fighters in Tehran amid US conflict
Iran has mobilized 313,000 volunteer fighters in Tehran amid escalating conflict with the United States, severe economic strain, and internal dissent.
Lone holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial speaks out
The sole holdout juror in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial has broken his silence, defending his vote amid an 11-1 split over postpartum psychosis.
Indonesia welcomes its first aircraft carrier, prompting debate over cost
Indonesia has received its first aircraft carrier from Italy, sparking domestic debate over fiscal pressures, high costs, and actual defense priorities.
Lindsay Clancy holdout juror says he had no doubt she deliberately killed her children
The lone holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial has defended his position, stating he harboured no doubts that she deliberately planned the killings.
Russia begins three days of parliamentary voting amid war in Ukraine
Russians began three days of voting in the country’s first parliamentary election since the launch of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Philippines school shooting leaves three dead, including gunman
A deadly shooting at a South Cotabato high school has left three dead, including a 16-year-old gunman, sparking national concern over firearm access and campus security.