
Inquest Opens into Death of Prominent Sociologist Jason Arday
An inquest has opened into the death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday, a leading sociologist known for his work on race and education.

An inquest has opened into the death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday, a leading sociologist known for his work on race and education.

India has sent an initial aid shipment to Nepal, delivering 10 tonnes of relief supplies, including medicines, blankets, and lamps.
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The United States declared a drought disaster in parts of Puerto Rico, providing emergency assistance as water shortages worsen.
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A federal judge awarded Blake Lively roughly $400,000 in legal fees after dismissing Justin Baldoni’s defamation and extortion lawsuit.

The fast-moving Ross Fire has scorched 80,000 acres in North Texas, damaged structures, and prompted evacuations in Palo Pinto and Jack counties.

An unexpected discovery at a Barrie, Ontario, thrift store has revived the story of a fallen Canadian soldier once more.

Fears of renewed mobilization in Russia are growing amid reports that authorities are using intimidation to pressure potential recruits nationwide.

Russia is reportedly preparing to intensify strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions, raising fears of attacks and civilian harm.

Iran and Oman are discussing a shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz as Pakistan seeks to restart U.S.-Iran negotiations.

Authorities have recovered 95 bodies after flooding in Nepal’s Bhotekoshi area, while hundreds of people remain missing according to reports.

The BOM has issued a severe heavy rainfall warning for South West WA, including Mandurah and Bunbury, with up to 60mm expected in six hours.

Jennifer Keen, 27, was killed after a Tesla crashed into a restaurant at Westfield Knox in Melbourne, leaving her family and community in deep mourning.

The trial of Abu Agila Mas’ud for the Lockerbie bombing has been delayed after new evidence was discovered, marking another setback for victims' families.

Thousands of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh protested worsening camp conditions, as the UN warns human rights in Myanmar have hit a new low.

At least 47 people were killed and dozens kidnapped in a gang attack near Port-au-Prince, highlighting the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in Haiti.

A massive 1500km storm front has hit eastern Australia, bringing 70,000 lightning strikes and heavy rain, causing flooding and disruptions across multiple states.

New details about a missing aircraft have emerged as search teams continue their efforts to locate the crashed plane in difficult terrain.

An 85-year-old man missing for three days after a car crash near Mitta Mitta was found alive in Victoria’s High Country, ending a major search operation.

Aerial culling of brumbies in Yuraygir National Park has been paused after a legal challenge by an advocate, highlighting the ongoing debate over wildlife management.

A nursery fire in Pakistan’s capital killed 14 newborns, while rescuers saved one baby from the blaze during emergency operations.

Flash floods and mudslides in Nepal and China have caused deaths, damaged infrastructure, and prompted emergency responses regionwide.

A flash flood has devastated Nepal’s Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts, prompting a high alert for communities along the Trishuli River.

A passenger train grazing incident near the Giza railway station on August 27, 2026, caused eight minor injuries and transit delays.

Heavy rains and drainage overflow caused a structural wall to collapse in Mosul on August 27, 2026, leaving one person dead and three others injured.