- Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island chain claimed by Japan, drawing a protest from Tokyo AP News
- Putin Visits Islands Seized From Japan in World War II, Angering Tokyo The New York Times
- Putin’s first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo The Hill
- Japan PM Takaichi says Putin's visit to disputed Kuril islands 'absolutely unacceptable' BBC
- Sanae Takaichi slams Vladimir Putin’s visit to disputed Pacific islands Financial Times
Ukrainian Drone Strike Damages Russian Frigates in Novorossiysk – navalnews.com
- Ukrainian Drone Strike Damages Russian Frigates in Novorossiysk navalnews.com
- Russian Blockade of Major Ukrainian Ports Threatens Global Grain Supplies The New York Times
- Satellite images show key port attack as Russia-Ukraine strikes threaten global food supply NBC News
- World in Brief: America accuses China of evading tariffs; Israel removes settlers from West Bank The Economist
- Ukraine attacks Russian grain export terminals in Black Sea, prompting warning about food markets CNBC
Live Updates: Tehran says Strait of Hormuz “under Iran’s control” after Trump threatens U.S. might “keep it” – CBS News
- Live Updates: Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threatens U.S. might "keep it" CBS News
- US-Iran talks in deadlock – what’s the latest? Al Jazeera
- Iran defies Trump, declares Strait of Hormuz blocked after president claims US has ‘total control' Fox News
- The World Should Have a Say in the Strait of Hormuz Bloomberg.com
- Iran, US make competing claims over control of Strait of Hormuz Reuters
Eurovision Song Contest 2027 to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria
The Black Sea location has been selected after Bulgarian singer Dara won this year's contest.
Turkey lays out plans for defence pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia – Reuters
- Turkey lays out plans for defence pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Reuters
- New power axis in the making? Three military heavyweights lock arms, complicating Abraham Accords strategy Fox News
- Turkiye lays out ‘mechanisms’ of defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Al Jazeera
- Mecca defense pact isn’t meant to challenge Israel, at least not on the battlefield The Times of Israel
- Saudi Arabia turns to Muslim military heavyweights in landmark defense pact as Iran war closes in CNN
Giant Volcano Eruption Causes Air Travel Chaos – The Daily Beast
- Giant Volcano Eruption Causes Air Travel Chaos The Daily Beast
- Hundreds of Flights Canceled in Sicily as Mount Etna Erupts The New York Times
- Etna ash keeps Catania airport shut until Friday, disrupting summer travel Reuters
- Etna eruption enters seventh day in phenomenon unseen since the 1970s euronews.com
- Tourists rush to Mount Etna as Italian volcano erupts Yahoo
Missed the eclipse? Here’s where to travel to see 2027’s ‘eclipse of the century’ – euronews.com
- Missed the eclipse? Here’s where to travel to see 2027’s ‘eclipse of the century’ euronews.com
- The next total solar eclipse will be the longest yet to come CNN
- How to Catch the ‘Eclipse of the Century’ in 2027, When Spain, Egypt and More Go Dark The New York Times
- When is the next solar eclipse? Mark your calendar for an upcoming 'ring of fire' and the 'eclipse of the century' Space
- Next total solar eclipse is less than a year away, and it is set to be a doozy washingtonpost.com
One Man’s Quest to Build India’s Most Livable City – The New York Times
- One Man’s Quest to Build India’s Most Livable City The New York Times
- Naidu opens Seed Access Road second phase, two steel bridges at Amaravati The Hindu
- CM Chandrababu inaugurates Seed Access Road E-3, emphasises on farmers contribution The Hans India
- Andhra's Seed Access Road set for green facelift ahead of inauguration The New Indian Express
- Amaravati to be developed as poles-free, green, blue, deep-tech city: Andhra CM ThePrint
U.S. ambassador calls settler siege of Palestinian homes a ‘horrific act of terror’ – npr.org
- U.S. ambassador calls settler siege of Palestinian homes a 'horrific act of terror' npr.org
- Settler siege of Palestinian homes in the West Bank a 'horrific act of terror,' US ambassador says AP News
- Siege of Palestinian homes in West Bank a 'horrific act of terror', says US ambassador Sky News
- More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers BBC
- Israel sends more troops to West Bank village besieged by Jewish settlers Reuters
Iran attacks US failures as scepticism grows over Israeli role in Trump ‘assassination plot’ – Middle East Eye
- Iran attacks US failures as scepticism grows over Israeli role in Trump 'assassination plot' Middle East Eye
- Iran talks tough to US, says Trump 'miscalculated' on Strait of Hormuz Fox News
- US-Iran talks in deadlock – what’s the latest? Al Jazeera
- Iran's military rejects Trump's claims of US control over Strait of Hormuz as 'lies' Euronews.com
- Gulf States Accept a New Normal in Hormuz: Iran Is in Control WSJ
South Korean airport becomes busiest in world for global traffic amid Iran war
Incheon airport had 38.39m international passengers in first half of 2026, as traffic diverted from Middle East hubs
South Korea’s Incheon airport has become the world’s busiest airport for international passengers, in part owing to disruption in the Middle East caused by the Iran war.
The airport, South Korea’s main gateway, about 30 miles (48km) west of Seoul, handled 38.39 million international passengers in the first half of 2026, according to preliminary figures compiled by the Airports Council International (ACI), the global trade body for airports.
Continue reading...UK firefighters out in force to tackle fires on hottest day of the year – AP News
- UK firefighters out in force to tackle fires on hottest day of the year AP News
- Heatwave latest: Residents told to 'stay away' after huge fire burned through homes Sky News
- Four taken to hospital and homes damaged in West Midlands fires The Guardian
- 'Houses burn and train derails on hottest day' and 'Britain on fire' BBC
- Child among 10 injured in ‘apocalyptic’ Midlands wildfires The Telegraph
Saudi Arabia considers supporting Yemeni ground push against Houthi forces – The Jerusalem Post
- Saudi Arabia considers supporting Yemeni ground push against Houthi forces The Jerusalem Post
- Politics The Economist
- Crew of Yemeni vessel recounts their chaotic rescue after Houthis’ deadly attack AP News
- Houthis reportedly kill six in first deadly attack since start of Iran war BBC
- Houthi attack kills six in Red Sea; Trump slams Iran as hopes for Hormuz Strait deal dim CNBC
Taiwan Weaponizes Coast Guard to Prepare for Battle With China – wsj.com
- Taiwan Weaponizes Coast Guard to Prepare for Battle With China wsj.com
- Taiwan military drills clear streets, slow internet in Taipei Reuters
- How a Drone ‘Hellscape’ Might Stop a Chinese Invasion of Taiwan The New York Times
- Taiwan is training its Abrams tank crews to hide and refuel inside its bustling urban sprawl businessinsider.com
- The Existential Estuary USNI News
Problem Drinking in the U.S. Is on the Decline – The New York Times
- Problem Drinking in the U.S. Is on the Decline The New York Times
- Problem drinking on the decline in the U.S. The Seattle Times
- The number of Americans who drink in a way that crosses the line into alcohol use disorder decreased by several million over five years, a survey found. https://nyti.ms/4ziuAd5 facebook.com
- Substance Use Disorders Decline but Treatment Gap Persists Medscape
Bangladesh humble Australia with worst total in contest as Hasan takes 6-55
Australia dismissed for lowest total against Bangladesh as Hasan Mahmud claims career-best on Day One of first Test.
Photos: Hope fades in Colombia as teams dig for earthquake survivors
Colombian rescuers battle time to save lives after deadly 7.4 earthquake, as hopes dwindle in search for survivors.
US diplomat calls Israeli settler siege of West Bank homes ‘act of terror’
Israeli settlers have blocked the homes of three Palestinian families in Qusra, cutting them off from food and supplies.
Solar eclipse 2026 in pictures: The best shots from around Europe – euronews.com
- Solar eclipse 2026 in pictures: The best shots from around Europe euronews.com
- Photos: See the best photos from this year's total solar eclipse : The Picture Show NPR
- Column | The first moments of the eclipse were uneventful. Then came the magic. washingtonpost.com
- In pictures: Europe's best solar eclipse since 1999 CNBC
- See the 2026 European Solar Eclipse, in Photos and Videos The New York Times
How to stay safe during an earthquake: A visual guide
Earthquakes can happen suddenly, but knowing what to do before, during and after one can reduce the risk of injury.