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Spanish teen investigated for creating AI-generated fake nudes of classmates

A 17-year-old boy in eastern Spain is being investigated by the Guardia Civil after allegedly creating and sharing AI-generated nude images of his female schoolmates, which he reportedly attempted to sell online. The case originated in Valencia's Ribera Alta region, when a female student alerted......

Jamaa Islamiya denies operating a training camp in Aley

The Jamaa Islamiya, a Lebanese Sunni political group affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood and aligned with Hamas, has firmly denied recent media allegations claiming it operates a military training camp in Aley, a mountainous region south of Beirut. The denial follows a report by the Saudi-linked......

Germany sees rise in counterfeit euro banknotes in early 2025

Germany’s central bank, the Bundesbank, reported a noticeable increase in counterfeit euro banknotes during the first half of 2025. A total of approximately 36,600 fake banknotes were withdrawn from circulation, with a nominal value of around €2.1 million. This figure reflects an 8% increase......

Jordanian and Emirati planes drop 25 tons of aid over Gaza

On Sunday, two Jordanian military aircraft and one from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) dropped a total of 25 tons of humanitarian aid over the northern Gaza Strip, according to a statement by the Jordanian Armed Forces. The air-dropped assistance was conducted via three coordinated missions, one of......

Russia cancels annual naval parade due to security concerns

The Russian government has announced the cancellation of its traditional naval parade, originally scheduled for Sunday as part of Fleet Day celebrations. The decision was made "for security reasons," said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, as quoted by Russian news agencies. The event, typically......

Russia and North Korea strengthen ties with direct flights between Moscow and Pyongyang

Moscow and Pyongyang are launching direct commercial flights for the first time in decades, signaling a growing strategic partnership between the two nations. Starting Sunday, a Nordwind Airlines Boeing 777-200ER is scheduled to depart Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport at 16:00 GMT, with arrival in......

Russia’s relentless tactics bring devastation to Ukrainian frontlines

As Russia intensifies its military campaign in Ukraine, frontlines in the Dnipropetrovsk region have turned into zones of destruction. Elderly civilians like Valentyn Velykyi, who resisted evacuation for months, are now being forced to flee villages reduced to rubble. The war, now the largest in Europe......

At least 11 people stabbed in Michigan supermarket attack

At least eleven people were stabbed on Saturday during a violent incident at a Walmart supermarket in Traverse City, Michigan, authorities confirmed. According to Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea, a 42-year-old suspect is in custody. “Based on the information we have, this appears to......

Sudanese paramilitary RSF appoints rival prime minister amid ongoing conflict

The Sudanese paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has appointed a prime minister for its self-declared government, nearly five months after announcing plans to form a rival administration in the areas under its control. Mohammad Hassan al-Ta’ayshi, a former member of Sudan’s......

More European countries expected to recognize the State of Palestine, says France

France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has announced that several European nations are expected to confirm their intention to recognize the State of Palestine during a UN conference scheduled for Monday and Tuesday in New York. This follows France's own commitment to formal recognition......

Greece receives EU assistance to combat destructive wildfires

Greece is struggling to contain multiple wildfires for a second consecutive day, with blazes spreading across various regions including the Peloponnese, Evia, and the island of Kythera. The fires have destroyed homes, farmland, and cultural sites, prompting mass evacuations and a call for international......

Extreme heat and humidity grip eastern United States

A severe heatwave is currently affecting the eastern third of the United States, with record-breaking temperatures and dangerously high humidity levels reported across dozens of states. On Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26, perceived temperatures climbed as high as 113°F (45°C) in North Carolina. More......

Hulk Hogan’s death revives debate over Trump’s complex ties to pro wrestling

The passing of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan has rekindled public discussion on the intricate relationship between professional wrestling and former U.S. President Donald Trump. While many major figures in the wrestling world, including Hogan, have expressed open support for Trump and his MAGA movement,......