Houthis Capture Red Sea Coastline Bolstering Iran Strategic Reach
Houthis seized up to 130km of Yemen Red Sea coast, extending Iranian influence over two strategic maritime passages amid cautious responses from Saudi Arabia and the US.
Hyrox issues apology after athlete continues Beijing race despite soiling herself
Hyrox co-founder Moritz Fürste apologised after criticism over hygiene at the Beijing event and announced immediate rule changes while banning threats against the athlete.
IDF destroys major Hezbollah underground complex in southern Lebanon
Israeli forces destroyed a major Hezbollah underground complex in southern Lebanon with over 1,000 tonnes of explosives, triggering a magnitude 4.1 earthquake felt up to 40 km away.
India's education crisis: What a viral barefoot race reveals
A mother's barefoot race to win prize money for her daughters' schooling has ignited a national conversation about India's education crisis, the cost of competitive exams, and systemic failures.
Arrest made in Tasia Fortune hanging death in Jackson
Jackson police arrested Jarques Ratliff and charged him with murder in Tasia Fortune's death; the investigation remains open with more arrests expected.
Johannesburg murders spark protests for women's safety
Following the discovery of nine women's bodies in Kempton Park since July, South African women are protesting for their right to safety and demanding government intervention.
Kenya foreign small business crackdown: timeline, impact and responses
President Ruto’s 7 September deadline for foreign traders led to departures, harassment and a Burundi protest before a 90-day registration window was introduced.
How a community living under demolition orders from Israel view UK sanctions
UK sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank prompted Israeli counter-measures after new tenders in the E1 area, which would divide the West Bank and isolate East Jerusalem.
Norway Bids Farewell to King Harald V
King Harald V was laid to rest in Oslo after a public service and private ceremony, with tens of thousands paying respects during 13 days of mourning.
Kursk missing: families left tracing loved ones after 2024 incursion
More than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk incursion. Families describe incomplete lists, volunteer recoveries and months without official answers.
Malaysian court acquits teen of school murder on mental health grounds
Court rules Malaysian boy was mentally unsound when he killed schoolmate, orders psychiatric detention; case spurred social media restrictions for minors.
Sinkhole appears outside Malibu home thought to belong to Nicolas Cage
A massive sinkhole opened Tuesday morning in front of a Malibu beachfront house reportedly owned by Nicolas Cage, prompting the City of Malibu to order evacuations and open a temporary shelter.
Man Jailed Six Months for Threatening Teacher in French Village
A father in Le Fauga received a six-month jail term after threatening a teacher who disciplined his son, triggering early use of France's new school protection decree.
Mingma Gyalje Sherpa reached the bodies of Nirmal Purja and Kili Pemba Sherpa on Broad Peak after an avalanche on 30 July. He coordinated a foot recovery that brought several climbers home amid unstable slopes and changing weather.
Mingma G led a foot recovery after an avalanche killed Nirmal Purja and Kili Pemba Sherpa on Broad Peak, bringing several bodies down when helicopters were unavailable.
Museum thefts Europe have increased since the October 2025 Louvre burglary
Museum thefts across Europe have risen since the 2025 Louvre heist, with new tactics and targets prompting security upgrades at institutions of all sizes.
MV June Aster Ferry Fire Leaves Five Dead and 86 Missing Near Coron
Five dead and 86 missing after MV June Aster fire off Coron. Survivors recount jumping into cold water and waiting hours for rescue.
MV June Aster ferry fire leaves five dead and 84 missing after rescuers board vessel
Rescuers board the MV June Aster after more than 40 hours; five confirmed dead, 43 rescued and 84 still missing near Coron.
Netanyahu instructs lawyers to sue Haaretz over reported UAE warning before 7 October attacks
Haaretz claims UAE President warned Netanyahu of Hamas plans days before 7 October; PM denies it and starts defamation proceedings weeks before 27 October election.