US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention
Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators.
Moldova’s pro-EU party wins vote mired in claims of Russian interference
The election was seen as critical for Moldova's EU path, and President Maia Sandu warned the country's future was in danger.
India defeat Pakistan by five wickets in controversy-hit Asia Cup final
Varma hits 69 not out after coming in to bat at 10-2 as India chase 146 in a nervy end to the Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai.
Eric Adams ends re-election bid for New York City mayor
Adams, elected in 2022 as a Democrat, was running as an independent after repeated scandals and indictment for alleged bribery.
Tropical Storm Imelda forming and expected to become hurricane
Forecast track could take storm, which caused disruption in Bahamas and Cuba, away from US east coast
Tropical Storm Imelda formed on Sunday and was expected to become a hurricane on a forecast track that could take it away from the US east coast in the coming days. The storm was causing disruption in the Bahamas and Cuba on Sunday, and a tropical storm watch was posted in parts of Florida.
Meanwhile, Hurricane Humberto weakened very slightly but remained a strong category 4 storm in the Atlantic, threatening Bermuda.
Continue reading...Tropical Storm Imelda forming and expected to become hurricane
Forecast track could take storm, which caused disruption in Bahamas and Cuba, away from US east coast
Tropical Storm Imelda formed on Sunday and was expected to become a hurricane on a forecast track that could take it away from the US east coast in the coming days. The storm was causing disruption in the Bahamas and Cuba on Sunday, and a tropical storm watch was posted in parts of Florida.
Meanwhile, Hurricane Humberto weakened very slightly but remained a strong category 4 storm in the Atlantic, threatening Bermuda.
Continue reading...Zelenskyy: Russians use tankers to launch drones across Europe – Euromaidan Press
- Zelenskyy: Russians use tankers to launch drones across Europe Euromaidan Press
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- Russia using 'shadow fleet' tankers to launch drones towards European cities, Zelensky says The Kyiv Independent
- Ukraine says Russia drone incursion part of pressure plan against West Reuters
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Taliban releases US citizen Amir Amiri after Qatari mediation
Amiri is the fifth US citizen held by the Taliban government in Afghanistan to be freed this year.
Death toll rises to four after Michigan church shooting and arson attack
The attacker drove a vehicle into the church during a service and opened fire, before being killed himself.
Dutch PM Schoof: On Gaza, Israel and a collapsed coalition
The Netherlands’ outgoing leader, Dick Schoof, discusses Gaza, Israel, NATO, migration and why his coalition collapsed.
Eric Adams says he is dropping out of New York City mayoral race
Adams bows out, leaving the race between Democrat Zohran Mamdani and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.
The Truth About Netanyahu’s UNGA Speech
A fiery UNGA speech by Netanyahu drew walkouts, applause, and protests. Here's our look at the facts around his speech.
Israel presses on with Gaza assault as Trump again claims ceasefire is close
IDF launches 140 airstrikes in last 24 hours as tanks advance in Gaza City and death toll for same period is put at 77
Israel has pressed on with its offensive in Gaza as Donald Trump claimed again to be on the brink of a breakthrough in negotiations for a ceasefire in the devastated territory.
Witnesses and medics said Israeli tanks were advancing through central and western neighbourhoods of Gaza City towards crowded coastal areas where hundreds of thousands of people are sheltering.
Continue reading...Namibia fires: Army sent into Etosha National Park – BBC
Army sent to battle fire in Namibia tourist hotspot
Etosha National Park is home to endangered black rhinos and more than 100 diverse mammal species.
UK’s governing Labour party holds annual conference amid far-right surge
The UK PM, who faces a potential leadership challenge, has also faced criticism over his policy on Israel's war on Gaza.
Swiss voters back electronic identity cards in close vote
Pollsters confounded by 50.4% support for e-IDs after forecasting stronger backing for ‘yes’ vote
Swiss voters have backed plans for electronic identity cards by a wafer-thin margin, in the second nationwide vote on the issue.
In a referendum on Sunday, 50.4% of voters supported an electronic ID card, while 49.6% were against, confounding pollsters who had forecast stronger support for the “yes” vote. Turnout was 49.55%, higher than expected.
Continue reading...US shooter kills at least four at Mormon church in Michigan
At least eight others injured in shooting and fire in Grand Blanc Township, and suspect shot dead by police.
Polish Embassy in Kyiv struck in Russia’s large-scale overnight attack – The Kyiv Independent
- Polish Embassy in Kyiv struck in Russia's large-scale overnight attack The Kyiv Independent
- 'Hundreds' of drones and missiles fired at Ukraine by Russia BBC
- Russia Hammers Kyiv in 12-Hour Drone and Missile Assault The New York Times
- NATO fighter jets scrambled in Poland as Russia launches deadly strikes on Ukraine ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,313 Al Jazeera
Swiss voters narrowly approve plan for electronic ID cards
The proposal was backed by 50.4% of voters, in the second Swiss ballot on the issue in four years.