Russia kills six in drone, missile strikes on Ukraine’s Kyiv: Zelenskyy
Rescue teams search for people under the rubble after at least 52 people are wounded.
Kenya’s sweeping alcohol control plan sparks anger
The proposal includes a ban on alcohol sales in supermarkets, restaurants and on public transport.
South Korea experiences most sweltering nights in July in history
At least 16 people have died from heat-related illnesses in South Korea this year, according to health authorities.
Russia’s rocket-powered kamikaze drones are now hitting Kyiv — here’s everything we know – The Kyiv Independent
- Russia’s rocket-powered kamikaze drones are now hitting Kyiv — here's everything we know The Kyiv Independent
- Ukraine’s fishing net defense against high-tech threat shows the challenges for Kyiv to respond to Russia’s summer offensive CNN
- Can interceptor drones stop Russia’s terror bombing? The Economist
- Ukraine's special operators used to dodge artillery shells. Now they're trying to survive Russian drones. Business Insider
- Behind attacks on Ukrainian cities, Russia is building a drone empire Defense News
Al Jazeera contributor Ruwaida Amer speaks out about the Gaza famine
Al Jazeera contributor Ruwaida Amer speaks about her own struggle to survive the Israeli-engineered famine in Gaza.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Paluckas resigns following protests
Paluckas, who became prime minister last year, has faced media attention around his business dealings.
Leading Macau democrat arrested for ‘collusion’ with foreign forces: Police
Au Kam San accused by police of being in contact with an unnamed 'anti-China organisation abroad' since 2022.
Why did the UK say it will recognise a Palestinian state?
UK urges Israel to take substantive steps to end the horror in Gaza and commit to negotiations on a two-state solution.
ChatGPT therapy: The Lebanese turning to AI for mental health support
Some Lebanese turn to AI tools for help dealing with psychological problems brought on by war and economic crises.
Trump threatens trade deal after Canada moves towards recognising Palestine
Canada and the US are working on negotiating a trade deal by August 1, with Trump threatening a 35% tariff on Canada.
Myanmar junta ends state of emergency as it prepares for elections
Opposition groups have vowed to snub poll that has been dismissed as ‘a fraud’ designed to legitimise military’s rule
Myanmar’s junta has ended the country’s state of emergency, stepping up preparations for a December election that is being boycotted by opposition groups and criticised by international monitors.
The military declared a state of emergency in February 2021 as it deposed the civilian government of Aung San Suu Kyi, triggering a many-sided civil war that has claimed thousands of lives.
Continue reading...Kyiv toll rises to 16 as wave of Russian strikes defies Trump ceasefire demand
A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war.
Exclusive: UN says Congo rebels killed scores of farmers, M23 suggests ‘smear’ – Reuters
- Exclusive: UN says Congo rebels killed scores of farmers, M23 suggests 'smear' Reuters
- Aftermath of deadly attack that left 49 Christians dead Fox News
- Pope Leo on DRC attack: I pray for persecuted Christians Vatican News
- 30 Christian Worshippers Killed During Night Vigil in Church Newsweek
- Is ISIL a growing threat in the DR Congo and East Africa? Al Jazeera
Thursday briefing: How global preparedness prevented a tsunami tragedy
In today’s newsletter: Years of preparation and global coordination ensured communities from Japan to Hawaii were not caught off guard
Good morning. Yesterday one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded hit a sparsely populated region in far east Russia.
It triggered a tsunami that started crossing the ocean at hundreds of miles an hour. What followed was a race against time – early warning systems went into alert mode as waves fanned out towards the coastlines of Japan, Hawaii and the US west coast.
Travel | The head of the UK’s air traffic control company is facing calls to resign after hundreds of flights were delayed when the system went down for about 20 minutes on Wednesday.
Israel-Gaza war | A British-Israeli woman who was held hostage by Hamas for more than 15 months has accused Keir Starmer of “moral failure” after he set the UK on course to recognise a Palestinian state. Emily Damari, 29, who was released in January, said the prime minister was “not standing on the right side of history” and should be ashamed.
UK news | The co-founder of Palestine Action can bring a legal challenge to the home secretary’s decision to ban the direct action group under anti-terrorism laws, a high court judge has ruled.
Environment | Ethnic minorities and people living in the most deprived areas of England are at increased risk of dying due to excess heat, according to new research.
Technology | Five million extra online age checks a day are being carried out in the UK since the Online Safety Act introduced age-gating for pornography sites, according to new data from the Age Verification Providers Association.
Continue reading...US envoy to visit Gaza, as hospital says dozens killed seeking food
US special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Gaza on Friday to inspect food distribution sites, the White House said.
Chinese researchers suggest lasers and sabotage to counter Musk’s Starlink satellites – ABC News
- Chinese researchers suggest lasers and sabotage to counter Musk’s Starlink satellites ABC News
- America Must Prepare for Chinese “Space Stalking” The National Interest
- This Was Supposed to Be the Year China Started Catching Up With SpaceX The New York Times
- China-Starlink New Castle News
- America Must Prepare for Chinese 'Space Stalking' RealClearDefense
Not Blackwater or Wagner, Americans in Gaza are 100% mercenaries – Responsible Statecraft
- Not Blackwater or Wagner, Americans in Gaza are 100% mercenaries Responsible Statecraft
- GHF whistleblower says boy killed by Israel just after he collected aid Al Jazeera
- Democratic lawmakers press for answers from US firms involved in controversial Gaza aid organization CNN
- “Designed as Death Traps”: Fmr. Green Beret Who Worked at Gaza Food Sites Reveals Rampant War Crimes Democracy Now!
- Ex-US contractor says he saw IDF commit war crimes at aid sites; GHF rejects ‘false claims’ The Times of Israel
Former Green Beret: The IDF is the GHF’s ‘client’ – Responsible Statecraft
- Former Green Beret: The IDF is the GHF’s ‘client’ Responsible Statecraft
- Democratic lawmakers press for answers from US security firms involved in controversial Gaza aid organization CNN
- GHF whistleblower says boy killed by Israel just after he collected aid Al Jazeera
- “Designed as Death Traps”: Fmr. Green Beret Who Worked at Gaza Food Sites Reveals Rampant War Crimes Democracy Now!
- Ex-US contractor who accused IDF of war crimes at aid sites 'falsified documents' to spread 'false narrative,' GHF says, sharing evidence The Times of Israel
‘A joyous day’: India celebrates return of ancient gems linked to the Buddha
Culture ministry had threatened legal action over planned auction of Piprahwa precious stones
The Indian government has secured the repatriation of ancient gem relics linked to the Buddha’s remains, two months after it halted their auction in Hong Kong.
In a post on X, the Indian prime minister, Narendra Modi, said the return of the Piprahwa gems after 127 years was “a joyous day for our cultural heritage”.
Continue reading...Archibald prize 2025: finger-painted portrait of musician William Barton wins people’s choice award
Loribelle Spirovski’s painting of didgeridoo/yidaki player wins the $5,000 prize decided by the public, with more than 40,000 votes cast
Artist Loribelle Spirovski has won the 2025 Archibald prize people’s choice category for her portrait of didgeridoo player William Barton, painted entirely with her fingers.
Spirovski, a four-time finalist at the Archibald prize, Australia’s most prestigious portraiture award, won the $5,000 people’s choice category, picked from the Archibald prize finalists each year by the public. This year 40,842 votes were cast for the people’s choice category, the highest number of votes ever received.
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