Russia hits Ukrainian train shortly after Boris Johnson leaves station
A Russian drone struck a train near Ukraine-Poland border, shortly after Former UK PM Boris Johnson left the station.
Japanese PM-backed candidate wins Okinawa gubernatorial election
Japanese PM-backed candidate wins Okinawa gubernatorial election Genta Koja beat two-term incumbent Denny Tamaki, who wants a major US military base to be moved out of Okinawa. Genta Koja celebrates…
Turkish authorities launch anti-LGBTQ raids, detaining dozens
Turkish authorities launch anti-LGBTQ raids, detaining dozens Turkish police raid LGBTQ groups across major cities, arresting at least 60 in a major crackdown. Turkish police stand outside a nightclub during…
Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers’ citizenship over Gaza film
Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers’ citizenship over Gaza film Culture minister labels Gaza genocide film as vile, criticising it after Venice Film Festival recognition. Directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel…
Watch: Why a Russian strike on train near Ukraine-Poland border could mark an escalation
No casualties were reported after a Russian drone struck a train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials left the area.
Philippines’ Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region votes for first parliament
Philippines’ Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region votes for first parliament However, deadly violence marred the elections one day before the polls open in the southern Philippine region. Army soldiers check the flow…
Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia
Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia The attempted power grab has exposed deep grievances within the army and tested Niger’s ties with its Sahelian allies. A military armoured vehicle…
Committee calls for bill to address AI threat to human rights
In a summary of its 100-page report, the JCHR points out that AI has been responsible for numerous abuses of human rights. It cites as examples the use of AI…
Charlie Kirk statue vandalised outside Turning Point USA headquarters
Charlie Kirk statue vandalised outside Turning Point USA headquarters Vandals spray red paint on Charlie Kirk statue days after its unveiling to mark one year since his death. A memorial…
Heavy rain falls over the Kaaba in Mecca
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit Mecca creating dramatic scenes as worshippers prayed at the Grand Mosque.