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NATO fighter jets shoot down drone over Romania near Moldova border
Two Spanish F-18s deployed in Romania for a NATO mission on Sunday intercepted and destroyed an unidentified drone near the Moldovan border, Romania’s defence minister Radu Miruta confirmed.
Twelve killed as tourist bus crashes in Hungary
Twelve people have been killed after a Polish tourist bus crashed in Hungary.
Ukraine's own ballistic missiles could strike Russia within months, says former minister
Mykhailo Fedorov, the former Ukrainian defense minister who is widely credited as the architect of the country's modern war-fighting strategy, told CBS News in an exclusive interview that he believes Ukraine is in a "technological war" with Russia.
Beijing and Manila clash over arrests of ‘illegal’ workers as tensions worsen
Tensions between Beijing and Manila appear to have spilled over from the South China Sea to immigration, just as Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr indicated he wanted to “reset” ties. Manila on Sunday dismissed Beijing’s criticism of Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jnr over his role in the arrests of Chinese workers at a steel plant in Misamis Oriental in May. A Chinese embassy official...
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I gave Tencent’s WeChat AI agent control for 24 hours: where it excelled – and stumbled
Tencent Holdings’ WeChat is already the undisputed super-app for over a billion people in China, handling everything from splitting dinner bills to hailing taxis. Now, Tencent is embedding an artificial intelligence agent named Xiaowei into the platform, adding a hands-free, automated assistant to its vast digital ecosystem. In its latest earnings results announced on Wednesday, Tencent highlighte...
UK PM Andy Burnham shifts focus to TikTok and podcasts in social media push
Whether he is pulling a pint, tossing a builder’s helmet in the air or running with Olympic medallist Mo Farah, the UK’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has embraced social media with a deft touch. As well as putting out videos on his own accounts on X and TikTok, he has sought to broaden his audience by appearing on entertainment channels run by creators with large followings. Compared with prede...
Police apologise after Al-Fayed sex abuse complainants' identity breach
Email addresses of around 140 people who say they were abused by the owner of Harrods have been exposed following a 'human error' when sending a monthly update to victims.
UK police apologise after Al Fayed sex abuse data breach
Email addresses of around 140 people who say they were abused by the owner of Harrods have been exposed following a 'human error' when sending a monthly update to victims.
UK police apologise for data breach involving alleged Al Fayed victims
Email addresses of around 140 people who say they were abused by the owner of Harrods have been exposed following a 'human error' when sending a monthly update to victims.
Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii with strong winds and torrential rain
If the storm makes landfall, it will be Hawaii's first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years.
Ukraine's own ballistic missiles could strike Russia within 3 to 6 months, says former defense minister
Mykhailo Fedorov, the former Ukrainian defense minister who is widely credited as the architect of the country's modern war-fighting strategy, told CBS News in an exclusive interview that he believes Ukraine is in a "technological war" with Russia.
Spanish fighter jet downs drone breaching Romania's airspace
A Spanish fighter jet on Sunday shot down a drone that breached Romania's airspace near the border with Ukraine and Moldova, Romania's defence ministry said, in the latest incident to highlight the challenges facing NATO states bordering Ukraine.
Lionel Messi misses penalty as Nashville thrash Inter Miami in MLS
Messi's record from the penalty spot is poor by his sky-high standards, including missing twice at the 2026 World Cup.
New satellite images show Europe’s disappearing rivers due to drought
Half of Europe’s land is experiencing drought with rivers running low from the Danube to the Rhine.
Mississippi’s termite swarms are here: A single treatment can cost up to $1,750
Termite swarms in Mississippi signal developing colonies that require prompt homeowner attention and professional inspection. Eastern subterranean termites swarm from winter into early summer, while Formosan termites appear later. Spotting swarmers indoors strongly indicates an active infestation needing immediate professional treatment. Preventive measures and early intervention significantly ...
Morocco prevents hundreds of migrants from crossing into Spain's Ceuta
Moroccan security forces on Saturday broke up hundreds of migrants who had been hiding near Castillejos in a bid to reach Ceuta. The operation comes weeks after the mass crossing attempt that left 141 people dead.
Morocco prevents hundreds of migrants from crossing into Ceuta
Moroccan security forces on Saturday broke up hundreds of migrants who had been hiding near Castillejos in a bid to reach Ceuta. The operation comes weeks after the mass crossing attempt that left 141 people dead.
Morocco prevents new attempts to cross into Ceuta, army says
Moroccan security forces on Saturday broke up hundreds of migrants who had been hiding near Castillejos in a bid to reach Ceuta. The operation comes weeks after the mass crossing attempt that left 141 people dead.
US man on the ‘worst part’ of living in India: ‘It's so cheap'
A Seattle creator's video sarcastically lists India's worst aspects, which are actually its strengths. Affordable and high-quality healthcare is a significant advantage for residents. Rapid e-commerce delivery services provide convenience for daily needs. Strong community ties and neighborly relationships are a notable aspect of Indian life. The video sparked diverse reactions, with many agreeing ...
At least 12 people killed in Polish tourist bus crash in Hungary
The driver was detained and media quoted police as saying he had fallen asleep at the wheel when the bus crashed.
At least 12 people killed in Polish tourist bus crash in Hungary
By 3 a.m. on Sunday, the disaster management service reported that firefighters had so far rescued thirty-five people from the coach, while several passengers had been trapped beneath the vehicle.
At least 12 people killed in a Polish tourist bus crash in Hungary
By 3 a.m. on Sunday, the disaster management service reported that firefighters had so far rescued thirty-five people from the coach, while several passengers had been trapped beneath the vehicle.
UFC 330: Makhachev secures record-setting win against Machado Garry
Islam Makhachev records 17th UFC victory in a row in his welterweight title defeat of Ian Machado Garry.
Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway
Dozens more are seriously injured after the tourist bus overturned in the early hours of Sunday morning.
‘Our children are less cognitively capable,’ says neuroscientist who wants to cut screen use in schools
Jared Cooney Horvath argues that educational technology undermines how children learn and developJared Cooney Horvath is on a mission. In the wake of global campaigns for smartphone bans in schools and social media restrictions for under-16s, the neuroscientist wants to raise the alarm about educational technology in classrooms.A former teacher, Horvath believes the use of screens and digital tool...
160 plus fractures found in Scottish castle skeleton may be first confirmed trebuchet death
A 14th-century skeleton found beneath Scotland’s Stirling Castle may be the first confirmed archaeological evidence of a person killed by a trebuchet. Researchers found more than 160 fractures, including 61 breaks in the skull and nearly 60 in the ribs. The injuries suggest the man was struck from behind by a high-speed boulder during the 1304 siege of the castle.
In 1898, 17 years after surviving the O.K. Corral gunfight, Virgil Earp claimed 160 acres in Arizona; two years later, he earned title to the land
Virgil Earp, known for surviving the infamous O.K. Corral gunfight, embraced a new beginning as a homesteader in Arizona. Claiming 160 acres near Prescott through the federal homesteading process, his prior service in the Civil War lessened his residency obligation to just two years. By 1900, he secured his property title, stepping into a life that diverged significantly from his days as a frontie...
Hawaii battles strong winds and rain as Hurricane Lala threat looms
If the storm makes landfall, it will be Hawaii's first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years.
How the US could squeeze Iran with economic isolation – and the risks involved
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US is getting ready to squeeze Iran with unprecedented economic pressure, a claim critics greeted with scepticism given the country is already subject to a naval blockade and thousands of sanctions. While the Trump administration has not said what it is planning to do, there are still pressure points that Bessent’s Treasury Department could hit. The main c...