Istanbul flood death toll rises to eight as rescuers find more bodies, governor says
Authorities have received nearly 20,000 reports about property damage as a result of the torrential rainfall and the resulting floods, Governor Davut Gül said.
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Taiwan coastguard wards off 16 mainland ships as Beijing turns up the pressure
Taiwan’s coastguard said it warded off 16 mainland Chinese vessels in one day after they sailed into the island’s self-defined restricted waters in a coordinated, multi-pronged operation that experts say points to a shift in Beijing’s maritime pressure tactics. The vessels – 12 coastguard and research ships, as well as four fishing boats – operated simultaneously on Sunday in waters east of Hualie...
Third Ebola case in Kenya highlights US failures amid Trump cuts to key services
Opposition to US-led quarantine center in Kenya follows sweeping funding cuts and withdrawal from WHOA third person in Kenya has tested positive for Bundibugyo ebolavirus in the country’s first-ever cluster of Ebola cases, as the second-largest outbreak in history kills more than 4,300 and sickens more than 9,000 people in the region.It highlights the diminished role the US has played in the worse...
Bank of England said to be reviewing Barclays’ handling of private credit loans
Concerns financial contracts known as derivatives were incorrectly logged, potentially boosting Barclays’ profitsThe Bank of England is reportedly looking into Barclays’ handling of loans linked to the embattled private credit sector.The Bank’s regulatory arm, the Prudential Regulation Authority, started reviewing the matter earlier this year after concerns were raised by a Barclays insider, accor...
Calls grow for India to lure tech talent home as US tightens job curbs
After completing a master’s degree in data science at Pace University in New York in May last year, Tarun returned to India in October, saying frequent changes in US visa rules and employer sponsorship requirements had made it difficult for him to find a job in the world’s largest economy. Tarun, who is from the southern Indian city of Tirupati, felt returning home was a more prudent move than pur...
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US issues rare Middle East red alert warning to its citizens in the region
Washington has taken the rare measure to issue a red alert to US citizens in 12 countries across the Middle East, citing risks of potential attacks on US interests.
Qatar to unveil regional defence partnership
Qatar to unveil regional defence partnership
Roads and cars submerged as heavy rain floods eastern Spain
At least two people have died after heavy rain triggered flooding in eastern Spain. Streets and cars were submerged in the Valencia region as rescuers worked to evacuate stranded residents. Authorities urged people to stay indoors.
Daedalus: Greece unveils new supercomputer as it eyes role in Europe's AI race
With a performance of 85.69 petaflops, Daedalus opens up new possibilities for developing advanced AI models in Greece.
Northern Ireland and Scotland schools sent hoax bomb warnings, officials say
Meanwhile, Scottish police said "threatening messages" had also been sent to "a number of schools across Scotland".
No 10: Hegseth ‘wrong’ to say most non-US Nato soldiers didn’t fight in Afghanistan – UK politics live
Downing Street delivered a rare rebuke to a senior member of Donald Trump’s administrationAsked why the Lib Dems were opposed to a third runway at Heathrow when they professed to be in favour of growth, Cooper said she did not accept that a third runway would produce all the benefits its supporters claimed.She explained:On Heathrow, it is clear from looking at all of the economic analysis of airpo...
Chinese ambassador denies threatening Philippines after saying a war may prove easy to win
Beijing’s ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan has denied making threats after he was summoned over his recent comments that China could “easily win” a war between the two countries. Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro met Jing on Monday to express “serious concern and strong objections” over his “provocative and unacceptable” language. Lazaro added that he had aggravated an already sen...
Personal attacks fire up debate before Brazil's run-off vote
The race heats up just days before the run-off between the left-wing incumbent and his right-wing challenger.
France unrest: PM orders curfews, hints at declaring emergency; over 2,400 arrested
France has experienced significant unrest following protests over rising living costs and public services, resulting in violence and property damage. More than 2,400 people were arrested nationwide as rioters targeted shops, city halls, and public offices. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu instructed local authorities to consider curfews to prevent further violence while reviewing policing policies...
Falling crucifix kills priest during livestreamed Mass in Ecuador
"Father, Father! Call an ambulance!" people at the church could be heard shouting just before a livestreamed broadcast cuts out.
On Iran, Israel’s opposition is even more hawkish than Netanyahu
In rest of the world, the Israeli PM is often blamed for the Iran war. His opponents say he hasn't been tough enough.
France's PM calls for localized curfews in cities to curb rioting and looting
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has instructed prefects to impose "very limited" and "localized" curfews in cities to prevent more rioting and looting
Japan’s mega-quake that never was, and the danger of false alarms
Kanako Hosomura was working in a clothing store in Yokohama when an alert on her phone warned of an imminent magnitude 9.9 earthquake. “We all rushed outside,” Hosomura said, recalling how people poured out of nearby shops and offices to watch tall buildings and power lines for signs of shaking. But no earthquake came. Eight minutes after issuing the warning on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Age...
Japan’s ‘mega-quake’ that never was, and the danger of false alarms
Kanako Hosomura was working in a clothing store in Yokohama when an alert on her phone warned of an imminent magnitude 9.9 earthquake. “We all rushed outside,” Hosomura said, recalling how people poured out of nearby shops and offices to watch tall buildings and power lines for signs of shaking. But no earthquake came. Eight minutes after issuing the warning on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Age...
Manitoba grieves with CFB Wainwright after deadly fire
Several Manitoba politicians are offering their condolences to those who were killed and seriously injured at Canadian Forces Base in Wainwright on Saturday.
Italy plans tougher security measures after violent protests
The government crackdown comes after protests over rising costs broke out into violent clashes.
Meloni calls emergency meeting after weekend of violent clashes
More than 200 people were detained during two days of rioting in the city, Italian media reports.
Italian PM Meloni to hold emergency meeting after weekend of violent clashes
More than 200 people were detained during two days of rioting in the city, Italian media reports.
First Thing: US ambassador in rare diplomatic break with Israel over attack on US journalist
Mike Huckabee condemns attack on Washington Post photojournalist that has drawn lukewarm response from Israeli authorities. Plus, Japan is attempting to boldly go where no space mission has gone beforeGood morning. The US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has denounced a settler attack that left the Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine badly beaten and needing surgery as a “despicable a...
Scottish Labour becomes second biggest party at Holyrood after MSP quits Reform UK – UK politics live
Reform UK and Scottish Labour came joint second in terms of seats at the May elections, with both parties having 17 MSPsAsked why the Lib Dems were opposed to a third runway at Heathrow when they professed to be in favour of growth, Cooper said she did not accept that a third runway would produce all the benefits its supporters claimed.She explained:On Heathrow, it is clear from looking at all of ...
Polish satellite maker Creotech Instruments plans tenfold capacity boost by 2029
CEO Grzegorz Brona warned that Europe could remain reliant on US rockets to launch its satellites into orbit for years.
French police ‘lost control’ during riots, concedes interior minister
Forces in cities including Paris and Lyon were overwhelmed after ‘lack of anticipation’, says Laurent NuñezEurope live – latest updatesFrance’s interior minister has conceded police “lost control” in some cities during violent protests at the weekend, as the country’s president, Emmanuel Macron, demanded a full security review and “new operational methods” to end the rioting and looting.Laurent Nu...
Over 50 killed as Houthis target Yemen military camp with ballistic missiles
A deadly Houthi missile attack on a military training camp in Shabwa province killed at least 50 coalition fighters. The attack also resulted in over two dozen troops wounded, according to military officials. Following the strikes, Yemeni forces reported recapturing territory in Taiz governorate, while Houthi forces continued their offensive. In another incident, a coalition airstrike killed nine ...
At least 20 Yemeni fighters killed as Houthis target military camp with ballistics
A deadly Houthi missile attack on a military training camp in Shabwa province killed at least 20 coalition fighters. The attack also resulted in over two dozen troops wounded, according to military officials. Following the strikes, Yemeni forces reported recapturing territory in Taiz governorate, while Houthi forces continued their offensive. In another incident, a coalition airstrike killed nine ...
Tiny pottery shard links Great Zimbabwe to China, while glass beads reveal trade ties
Unearthed at Great Zimbabwe, a shard of jade-green Longquan celadon pottery from China illuminates extensive trade networks linking Africa to Asia and the Middle East. This discovery illustrates the movement of goods across Southeast Asia, the Persian Gulf, and the Indian Ocean. Coupling this with glass beads found in the vicinity, the findings underscore Great Zimbabwe's importance as a hub in hi...