Sundar the red panda, beloved at Wellington Zoo for over a decade, has died at age 12 after health declined; keepers remember his role as ambassador for his species.
Trump urged the end of Iran’s Supreme Leader’s long rule as tensions rise; Khamenei responded with countercharges amid deadly protests and broader geopolitical strain.
UMNO president Zahid Hamidi proposes a “grand collaboration” to unite Malay‑ and Muslim‑based parties under an informal alliance, assuring it won’t destabilise the current unity government.
Penang police have launched a manhunt for two men on a motorcycle who allegedly shot and killed a man at a car wash in Nibong Tebal, with investigations ongoing and motive unclear.
A 55‑year‑old lorry driver in Ulu Tiram died after being pinned between his vehicle and a van when another lorry rolled forward without its handbrake engaged; authorities investigate.
Moody’s affirmed Latvia’s credit rating at A3 with a stable outlook, reflecting steady economic fundamentals and manageable debt despite geopolitical and defense spending concerns.
A Supreme Court ruling barred covertly recorded conversations as evidence in cartel cases, challenging established practice and raising legal debates over proving anticompetitive conduct.
A small aircraft carrying 11 passengers disappeared near Makassar, Sulawesi, during a low-altitude approach. Search and rescue teams are actively scouring the area.
Wildfires have emerged in Aceh, Riau, and Central Kalimantan despite the rainy season, affecting several hectares of land and prompting ongoing firefighting and vigilance by authorities.
Culture Minister Fadli Zon urges the designation of Gunung Kunci and Palasari forts in Sumedang, West Java, as national heritage sites to preserve history, nature, and educational value.
Delhi‑NCR’s air quality slipped into the severe category, prompting the reimposition of strict GRAP‑IV pollution curbs aimed at reducing emissions and protecting public health.
India’s first sleeper Vande Bharat train was inaugurated by PM Modi, linking Howrah and Guwahati with modern overnight service, rising demand for long‑distance comfort and faster travel.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee urged Chief Justice of India Surya Kant to protect the Constitution, democracy and people from alleged misuse of agencies amid political disputes with central authorities.
A South African welder in Limerick court said he didn’t understand Irish insurance costs after being convicted of driving without insurance, NCT, or a licence; judge fined him €500
Limerick grandparents rescued their four‑month‑old granddaughter from a January house fire that destroyed their home; community fundraising is now underway for rebuilding.
An Bord Pleanála has refused planning permission for a Kerry town building conversion into commercial space and apartments, citing concerns about town centre vitality and public realm impact.
Beekeepers warn that Asian hornets continue to pose a serious threat to honeybees and pollinators, despite control efforts and nest removals in Ireland and beyond.
Irish Rail closed the line between Athenry and Galway after a fatal incident involving a train striking a person. Significant delays and alternative transfers were put in place.
A relative of Gerry Hutch says he developed PTSD after surviving the shooting that killed his cousin in the Hutch–Kinahan gangland feud, underlining lasting trauma.
Toronto police arrest a 24-year-old suspected of a series of knife-point robberies, restoring calm after weeks of fear across multiple neighborhoods.
A young woman in her 20s died after her car was struck by a vehicle heading the wrong way on Highway 40 near Trois‑Rivières, Quebec; police are investigating.
Passengers from a Cancún flight were misdirected at Ottawa airport, allowing some to leave without clearing customs, prompting review by authorities.
A new interactive map, One Million Neighbours, highlights differences in access to services like transit, libraries, health care and green space across Waterloo Region’s neighbourhoods.
Drivers on B.C.’s Coquihalla Highway are encountering large potholes described as the size of small bathtubs, causing vehicle damage and safety concerns.