Morocco Jails Seven Taxi Drivers Over Ceuta Border Surge
Seven Moroccan taxi drivers sentenced to prison and fines for transporting migrants to Ceuta border during last week's surge.
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Amur tiger released in Kazakhstan in historic rewilding push
A female Amur tiger, Umit, was released into Kazakhstan's Ile-Balkhash reserve, part of a plan to restore tigers to Central Asia.
Texas Toddler at Center of Brain-Death Dispute Dies After Life Support Removed
Annelise Camp, 2, died after life support was withdrawn, ending a legal battle over brain-death testing in Texas.
US measles cases cross 2,400 as outbreaks drive most infections
US measles cases hit 2,465 in 2026, with 38 new outbreaks and 94% of infections outbreak-associated, per CDC data.
Serbia battles wildfires as record heat wave scorches Balkans
Serbia deploys army to fight nine wildfires as a record heat wave and drought grip the Balkans, straining energy systems across Europe.
Italy rejects Spain's ultimatum over border checks amid Ceuta migrant crisis
Spain demands Italy lift border controls by Sunday; Italy refuses, citing Ceuta migrant risks.
Chicago Funeral Home Found With Over 50 Decomposing Bodies
More than 50 decomposing bodies were found at a Chicago funeral home, leading to a hazmat response and license suspension.
Court Halts White House Ballroom Project, Says Congress Must Approve
A U.S. appeals court has ordered a halt to the White House ballroom construction, ruling Congress must approve the project.
Patriot missile demand outstrips supply as global conflicts intensify
Global demand for Patriot interceptor missiles has surged, depleting U.S. and allied stockpiles amid wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
ADNOC Says Missile and Drone Attacks on Vessels Are Disrupting Operations
ADNOC says 15 vessels have been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict began, impacting operations and leaving one crew member dead.
Kyiv bids farewell to Polish volunteer killed in Russian drone strike
A memorial service was held in Kyiv for Polish volunteer Marek Rusek-Wolski, who died in a Russian drone attack in Kharkiv while delivering aid.
Russian Expert Warns Japan's Military and Intelligence Expansion Could Destabilize Asia-Pacific
A Russian analyst says Japan's military buildup and new centralized intelligence bureau will escalate regional tensions.
Japan's New Defense Paper Signals Push Toward Military Power, Expert Warns
A Japanese defense white paper reflects the Takaichi administration's push toward conventional military power, says a Seoul-based expert.
Romanian F-16s Run Quick-Reaction Drills as Russian Drones Keep Crossing Border
Romania's F-16s held rapid-response drills at Borcea Air Base, highlighting 15-minute scramble times as drones from the Ukraine war keep entering NATO airspace.
Michigan Democrats Rally to Close Ranks After Heated Senate Primary
Michigan Democrats meet Friday to unify after a close, divisive Senate primary, with nominee Abdul El-Sayed set to lead the charge.
Trump warns Congress could regulate AI 'out of business'
Trump says Congress risks over-regulating AI, as new incidents and proposed guidelines intensify the policy debate.
Beijing widens home-buying eligibility as property slump persists
Beijing relaxes home-buying curbs for non-locals and raises provident fund loan limits to support the ailing property sector.
Appeals Court Halts Trump's White House Ballroom Construction
A divided federal appeals court has ordered a stop to the $400 million White House ballroom project, backing preservationists in a legal battle over executive power.
Japan's new intelligence bureau raises oversight concerns, signals strategic shift
Japan's new National Intelligence Bureau, launched under PM Takaichi, lacks independent oversight and signals a broader remilitarization push, a French scholar warns.
Europe's Summer of Heat and Drought Puts Billions at Risk
Europe's extreme heat and drought are causing record-low river levels, energy strain, and billions in potential economic losses.