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The death toll from a magnitude-7.7 earthquake in Indonesia’s Flores region rose to 51 on Sunday after rescuers recovered four more bodies. At least 101 people were injured, while thousands were displaced after landslides damaged homes and blocked roads
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has expressed confidence in a “more excellent future” for ties with Russia in a message to Vladimir Putin. His remarks come as Pyongyang and Moscow deepen strategic and military cooperation following their 2024 partnership.
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Yemen’s Houthi group reportedly fired three ballistic missiles at government-held Marib city, with no immediate casualties reported. The attack came amid escalating Houthi-Saudi tensions, including reported Saudi strikes in Saada and Houthi attacks targeting Saudi oil and energy facilities
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US President Donald Trump shared a 2019 photo of his meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, saying they “get along GREAT.” The post revived speculation about renewed diplomacy as Washington remains open to unconditional talks amid closer North Korea-Russia ties
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New research suggests crocodiles descended from warm-blooded, active archosaurs rather than cold-blooded ancestors. Fossil evidence from 81 species indicates both crocodile and dinosaur-bird lineages had high metabolic rates before crocodiles evolved cold-blooded metabolisms around 66 million years ago
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Jerusalem’s iconic Chords Bridge was illuminated in the Indian tricolour to mark India’s 80th Independence Day, highlighting the growing friendship between India and Israel. The celebrations also featured flag hoisting, cultural programmes and events involving the Indian diaspora.
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Belgium’s largest wildfire on record has burned around 2,000 hectares in the High Fens, forcing 600 people to evacuate. Strong winds hindered firefighting efforts as authorities deployed helicopters, military vehicles and sought European Union assistance to contain the uncontrolled blaze
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Qatar denied claims that it detained Iranian pilots, calling the reports misleading. Doha said Iranian aircraft violated its airspace and were targeted after failing to respond to communications. Qatar also coordinated with Iran to hand over remains of a recovered pilot
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Iran’s Intelligence Ministry accused two French diplomats of illegal interference after they allegedly attended a secret meeting involving suspects in a foreign infiltration case. France condemned their detention and alleged mistreatment, while Iran warned against further diplomatic actions violating its domestic laws
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On India’s 80th Independence Day, the tricolour undertook a symbolic global relay titled Suryapath Tiranga, beginning in Fiji and concluding in San Francisco. As part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, Indian missions across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas successively hoisted the flag.
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Iran and Oman have agreed on designated shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, though technical talks and a joint statement are still pending. The arrangement aims to ensure safe passage while preserving sovereignty, but reopening the strait to normal traffic depends on U.S. compliance with other conditions.
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Five people were shot outside residence halls at Virginia State University early Saturday, leaving one critically injured. The campus was placed under lockdown as police searched for multiple suspects. Authorities confirmed one victim was a student, while others may be from nearby communities.
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A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia’s Flores region, killing at least 40 people and injuring dozens. The quake triggered landslides and tsunami waves up to 1.61 metres, damaged buildings and cut roads. Rescue operations continued amid communication and access challenges
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A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Flores region on Saturday, killing at least 38 people and damaging buildings. Authorities briefly issued a tsunami warning before lifting it, while rescue teams searched affected areas amid landslides, power outages and communication disruptions
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US President Donald Trump has claimed the largest fall in violent crime in American history, citing FBI data showing sharp reductions in murders and other offences in 2025. He also said preliminary figures showed further declines in 2026.
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US President Donald Trump said he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory after defeating Iran. He offered no legal or practical details, while claiming major losses for Iran’s military and defending US action to prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
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A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia’s Flores Island early Saturday, prompting the BMKG to issue a tsunami warning. Strong tremors and aftershocks were reported in several areas, though there were no immediate reports of casualties following the earthquake.
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The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to allow construction of a USD 400 million White House ballroom to continue while it appeals a lower court order halting aboveground work, arguing the project is essential for national security
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New York police officer Omar Habib was convicted of using a chokehold, strangulation and assault after restraining a man in 2023. The case marks the first prosecution under the city's 2020 chokehold ban, with Habib facing seven years in prison
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UN experts warned that gender-based repression has deepened under Taliban rule in Afghanistan, with women and girls facing severe restrictions on education, healthcare and public life. They urged stronger international action against discrimination and a worsening humanitarian crisis.
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At least six people died after torrential rains triggered widespread flooding in eastern Japan, with Chiba Prefecture worst affected. Level 5 warnings were issued before being downgraded, while evacuation orders covered hundreds of thousands and thousands faced transport disruptions.
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Record-breaking rainfall in Japan’s Chiba prefecture flooded roads and homes, stranded thousands and caused power outages. At least four people died and another was missing. Authorities issued shelter advisories as heavy rain disrupted transport and affected nearly 230,000 residents
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Two ADNOC vessels were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, according to UAE authorities and media reports. The UAE condemned the Iranian attacks, calling them a threat to maritime security, regional stability and global energy security
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Iran’s top military command declared that no vessel can safely transit the Strait of Hormuz without its permission, rejecting US claims of control. The statement came after President Donald Trump asserted America’s “total control” over the strategic waterway, describing a naval blockade as a “wall of steel.”
