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Tropical Storm Yagi Batters Philippines: Death Toll Rises to 11

Schools and government offices shut down in capital Manila, while ferry services and domestic flights are suspended. A fierce tropical storm has caused widespread flooding and landslides, resulting in the deaths of up to 11 people in the Philippines. Tropical Storm Yagi lashed the northern regions of......

Thousands of Turks Rally Against Controversial Law Targeting Stray Dogs

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Istanbul on Sunday to protest recent legislation that critics argue is leading to the widespread killing of stray dogs across Turkey. Last month, legislators approved a new law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from Turkish streets, citing safety concerns.......

Tunisian Presidential Hopeful Detained Amidst Election Controversy

In a dramatic turn of events, Tunisian police have arrested a prominent opposition politician, Ayachi Zammel, just as he was confirmed as one of the two challengers to President Kais Saied in the upcoming presidential elections. The arrest comes amidst growing accusations that President Saied is systematically......

Kyiv Under Siege: Russian Missiles Strike Capital, Ukrainian Counterattack Destroys School

In a recent escalation of the ongoing conflict, Kyiv was subjected to a barrage of Russian missiles and drones on Monday morning. A Kyiv official reported that the city faced more than 10 cruise missiles, approximately 10 ballistic missiles, and a drone, highlighting the intensity of the attack. The......

Yacht Crew Recounts Harrowing Moments of Sinking Off Sicily

Crew members aboard Mike Lynch's yacht have shared their accounts of the fateful night when a storm capsized the vessel off the coast of Sicily, leading to the tragic deaths of the British tech tycoon and six others. The incident, which occurred two weeks ago, has left investigators searching for......

Devastating Missile Strike on Kharkiv sports centre: 47 Injured, Including Children

Officials report five children among the wounded in Sunday’s attack, which also damaged a shopping mall. At least 47 people, including five children, have been injured in a Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv. The assault, which began at approximately 1 pm local......

Mystery of the 'Spy Whale': Beluga Found Dead Off Norwegian Coast

A beluga whale, suspected of being trained as a spy by Russia, has been found dead off the Norwegian coast, sparking renewed interest in the enigmatic marine mammal's origins and purpose. The body of the animal, affectionately nicknamed Hvaldimir, was discovered floating off the south-western town......

Siegen Bus Stabbing: Six Injured, Motive Unclear

In a shocking incident that has sent ripples of concern across Germany, a woman has stabbed and injured six people on a bus in the western city of Siegen. The 32-year-old suspect, a German national, was promptly arrested following the attack. The incident, which occurred on a bus carrying at least 40......

US-Iraq Joint Operation Eliminates 15 ISIS Militants in Anbar Desert

In a significant blow to the Islamic State group, a joint operation conducted by the US military and Iraqi forces has resulted in the deaths of at least 15 militants in the Anbar desert. The operation, which took place on Thursday, also saw seven American troops injured, according to a statement from......

Zelensky Ousts Ukraine Air Force Chief Following F-16 Crash

President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the commander of Ukraine's air force, Lt Gen Mykola Oleshchuk, amidst a contentious debate over the loss of a newly acquired F-16 fighter jet. The dismissal comes as Ukraine grapples with the aftermath of the crash, which occurred during a Russian missile......

Venezuela Struggles with Massive Power Outage Amid Political Turmoil

Venezuela is grappling with a nationwide power outage that has left much of the country in darkness. The government, led by President Nicolas Maduro, has attributed the blackout to sabotage, a claim that has been met with skepticism by the opposition. This latest incident comes amid a backdrop of political......

Russian Strike on Kharkiv Leaves Six Dead, Dozens Injured

A Russian attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv has resulted in the deaths of at least six people, including a 14-year-old girl, and left dozens injured, according to Ukrainian officials. The incident highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis as the conflict continues to escalate. Kharkiv......

Israeli Forces Kill Hamas Leader in Jenin Amidst Escalating West Bank Operation

The Israeli military has announced the killing of a prominent Hamas leader, Wissam Khazem, along with two other fighters, as part of a major operation in the occupied West Bank that has now entered its third day. The operation, one of the largest in the region in two decades, continues to escalate tensions......