Gunmen abducted 215 students and 12 teachers from St. Mary’s Catholic school in Niger State, Nigeria. Security forces are combing forests in a rescue operation.
Archaeologists in Budapest have uncovered a sealed, 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus containing a young woman’s skeleton and rich grave goods — a sign she likely held high social status.
A grizzly bear attacked a group of schoolchildren and teachers near Bella Coola, British Columbia, injuring 11 people. Two are critically hurt. The bear remains at large and authorities are searching.
An Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed during the Dubai Air Show, killing its pilot. A court of inquiry has been launched to investigate the cause, amid India’s efforts to modernize its air fleet.
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Dhaka during the Ireland vs. Bangladesh Test at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, briefly halting play for about three minutes as players and fans took cover.
India delays its 2035 climate pledge at COP30, demanding that rich countries deliver climate finance in trillions, with predictable and concessional funding.
Munich’s iconic Eisbach standing wave vanished after a river clean-up altered the canal’s structure, leaving surfers and the city scrambling to restore this symbol of urban surf culture.
A Philippine court convicted a former mayor of human trafficking, issuing a severe sentence that underscores accountability and the abuse of public authority.
Turkey will host COP31 after reaching a compromise with Australia, ensuring continuity in climate diplomacy and setting the stage for renewed global discussions on energy and adaptation.
Heavy flooding in central Vietnam has killed at least 41 people, with more rain expected and search teams still looking for the missing.
A fire at COP30 in Belém forced evacuations, with 13 people treated for smoke inhalation as negotiators worked through the final phase of the climate summit.
Interest in Orthodox Christianity is growing among young Americans, drawn by its historic continuity, liturgical depth, and structured spiritual life, offering an alternative to mainstream faith options
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry finds that delayed action and chaotic leadership cost roughly 23,000 lives in England — a stark warning for future crises.
A fire at COP30’s Blue Zone in Belém forced evacuation, disrupted critical climate negotiations, and raised questions about venue safety as talks near their conclusion.
A 16-year-old stepbrother is now under FBI investigation in connection with the death of his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a Carnival cruise ship. The cause of her death remains uncertain.
A dropsonde deployed into Hurricane Melissa recorded a 252 mph wind gust — now verified as the strongest ever measured in a hurricane — raising fresh questions about storm intensity and risks.
Jakarta has overtaken Tokyo as the world’s largest urban area, reaching roughly 42 million people according to the United Nations’ 2025 global urbanization assessment.
A technical failure at a key substation in Issy-les-Moulineaux plunged 170,000 households across Paris and its suburbs into darkness, disrupting metro lines and triggering a rapid recovery effort.
Students at Staffordshire University say their programming and cybersecurity course was mostly taught using AI-generated slides, voiceovers, and content leaving them feeling shortchanged and unheard.
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A brave survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's horrific trafficking saga has detailed the harrowing reality of her experience, revealing she was subjected to rape three times a day. She insists she was far from alone, describing a systematic exploitation that functioned like a conveyor belt. As allegations mount against powerful figures who allegedly protect these predators, calls for a complete overhaul of a system that enables such atrocities are intensifying.
Historic flooding in central Vietnam kills 41 people, leaves nine missing, and inundates over 52,000 homes — with forecasts warning of more heavy rain.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed 33 people over 12 hours, including women and children, marking a major escalation despite a recent U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
Japan could lose $9.5B next year as declining mainland Chinese tourism threatens retailers, hotels, and the broader visitor economy.