A Russian rocket strike on the village of Pechenihy in Ukraine's Kharkiv region killed 10 people and wounded 17 others, prompting a vow to respond from Kyiv amid rising civilian casualties.
Ukraine and Russia traded intense overnight attacks, with 10 civilians killed in a Russian missile strike in Kharkiv, and hundreds of Ukrainian drones targeting the Moscow region.
The spread of invasive zebra mussels in northeastern Spain disrupts water infrastructure in Catalonia and Aragón, with experts warning that coexistence and structural adaptation are now inevitable.
Gunmen on motorcycles attacked Kasuwar Daji village and a military base in Zamfara, Nigeria, kidnapping 52 people, including children. The attackers seized rifles, burned a vehicle, and abducted residents after overpowering the base, killing a soldier and a policeman.
A new study by Cornell University found that honey from organically managed bee colonies in the northeastern US had pesticide levels similar to certified organic honey, suggesting current strict US organic certification rules could be revised to open a large market for struggling beekeepers.
A Glasgow-based Indian restaurant deleted its Instagram account after Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain highlighted an incorrect map of India on its logo and napkins, which omitted the Northeast. The restaurant issued a public apology and pledged to correct the map.
The Philippine Sea, traditionally seen as a gateway for US and allied forces defending Taiwan, is now viewed as a critical battleground. Experts suggest its strategic location could maximize carrier operations and establish a regional buffer against foreign maritime forces, potentially allowing China to intercept or deter enemy ships.
Two tanker incidents, including one hit by an unknown projectile causing engine damage, were reported near Oman's Musandam Peninsula at the entrance to the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil chokepoint. No casualties or environmental impact were reported.
Shenzhen-based creators are leveraging AI to produce comic dramas, drastically cutting production time and costs. China's AI short-drama market is projected to reach 40 billion yuan (US$5.9 billion) this year, with content gaining global viewership.
A newly discovered 17-18 million-year-old ape fossil in northern Egypt, named Masripithecus, challenges the dominant view that East Africa was the primary hub for early ape diversification, suggesting northeastern Africa played a significant role in hominoid evolution.
The Durand Cup Trophy Tour concluded in Kolkata, with organizers, the Indian Armed Forces, expressing enthusiasm for introducing a women's competition in future editions. The 135th men's tournament will feature 24 teams across five venues, including new host Ranchi, with the opening derby between Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC.
Hong Kong's weather forecaster will issue a No 1 warning signal Friday evening as Typhoon Noul is expected to come closest to the city between Saturday night and Sunday morning, moving northwest from near Manila.
A doctor in Shenyang, China, gained significant social media attention after a video showed him pushing his bicycle through deep floodwaters to perform two scheduled surgeries during the heaviest rainfall since 1951, highlighting his dedication.
A tropical depression near the Philippines is forecast to intensify into a typhoon and approach Hong Kong this weekend, with a possible landfall in eastern Guangdong, China, less than 400km from the city.
Hundreds of firefighters and soldiers are battling a massive wildfire in Guadalajara province, northeast of Madrid, which has burned 30,000 hectares and forced 1,200 evacuations. A heatwave and drought conditions complicate efforts, as Spain faces its third heatwave and high fire risk.
A suspected methane gas explosion caused a tunnel collapse at a hydropower project in Sikkim, India, killing at least 11 people and leaving 14 missing. Rescue operations are ongoing amid hazardous conditions.
China's plan to expand its artificial rainfall capabilities across 5.5 million sq km, a project first raised in 2016, has triggered national security concerns in India, particularly after devastating floods in Assam, fearing weather control could become a geopolitical weapon.
US President Trump threatened new tariffs on Canada, blaming it for wildfire smoke impacting the northeastern US, including New York City and New Jersey, days before the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. Canadian officials rejected the criticism.
The northeastern US faces severe thunderstorms and flash flooding, compounded by Canadian wildfire smoke in NYC. Meanwhile, Texas continues to battle destructive floods, with two deaths and hundreds rescued, as major rivers are expected to surge, following weeks of relentless downpours.
Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in Shenyang, Liaoning province, leading to school closures, suspended construction, and the shutdown of tourist attractions. In Chengde, Hebei province, roads were destroyed, trapping villagers, with the city still recovering from previous severe weather.
Floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains have affected nearly 48,500 people in Assam and over 94,000 across the Northeast. Villages, agricultural land, and infrastructure are submerged or damaged, displacing thousands and disrupting transportation.
Floods and landslides triggered by the monsoon have severely impacted Northeast India, affecting nearly 48,500 people in Assam and over 94,000 in Arunachal Pradesh. Villages, agricultural land, and infrastructure are damaged, displacing thousands and causing loss of life and livestock.
A Fifa ampliou o uso de sensores, IA e VAR na Copa do Mundo, mas a tecnologia tem gerado polêmicas e críticas de jogadores, técnicos e torcedores por excesso de interferência e falta de critério.
The United States reportedly struck a railway bridge in northeastern Iran near the Turkmen border overnight. The bridge is part of a transport corridor connecting Iran with Russia and China, facilitating cargo from Russia and increased shipments from China.
