Kaliyah Coa, 11, died accidentally after immersing herself in the River Thames at Barge House Causeway, East London, on March 31, 2025, despite her father's refusal to let her dip her toes. An inquest ruled her death accidental, noting she was trying to retrieve a friend's lost shoe.
An 11-year-old girl, Kaliyah Coa, died accidentally from immersion in the River Thames after asking her father to 'dip her toes' in the water, an inquest heard. Her body was found two weeks after she disappeared on March 31, 2025, near Barge House Causeway, east London.
Tripura DGP Anurag Dhankar was found dead in his Agartala office toilet on Monday. While police suspect suicide, a magisterial probe has been ordered, and opposition parties are demanding a judicial inquiry into the death of the senior IPS officer.
India mourns the death of former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, with the national flag flying at half-mast. The Supreme Court will hear pleas regarding alleged donation fraud at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and unpredictable airfare fluctuations. The remains of 15 Indian tourists who died in Vietnam are expected to arrive tonight.
India announced a one-day national mourning on July 13, 2026, following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir of Qatar. The national flag will be flown at half-mast, and official entertainment will be canceled as a mark of respect for the former ruler, who passed away at 74.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's late supreme leader, was buried in Mashhad after six days of mourning. His death occurred during Iran's war with the US and Israel, with recent strikes threatening a peace deal. His son, Mojtaba, succeeded him but was not seen at the funeral.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral in Mashhad, initially set for early July 9, has been postponed to the evening of the same day. The delay is due to ongoing extensive mourning ceremonies for Khamenei in Najaf and Karbala, Iraq, which saw millions participate.
Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has halted following recent attacks on vessels and escalating rhetoric between the US and Iran. Rystad Energy's Jorge Leon noted the market's quick reaction, with the real test expected after July 9, post-mourning period for Iran's late Supreme Leader.
Thousands mourned assassinated Iranian leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, displaying defiance and vowing revenge against the US. The procession on Azadi Street showcased national pride and a determination to overcome perceived oppression, with calls for retaliation and even nuclear armament.
Filmmakers Teboho and Don Edkins explore grief through the lens of Ethiopia's Orthodox Tewahedo community after the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines crash, which killed Teboho's brother. The documentary contrasts the community's structured mourning with the family's personal loss and touches on the unresolved demand for justice from Boeing.
Nathan Fitzgerald, a 27-year-old Melbourne teacher, died after a head clash during an Australian rules football game. The community, including Mernda Central College where he taught, is mourning his loss. A fundraiser for his family has raised over $96,000, and the club is calling for an investigation into playing on converted cricket pitches.
Tehran held a massive funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, drawing millions of mourners in a display of grief and political messaging. However, many Iranians stayed away due to economic hardship and recent protests, with some blaming Khamenei for the crackdown. The funeral events aim to portray him as a transcendent figure, while critics question his legacy.
Iran's Embassy in India expressed gratitude to the Indian government and people for attending the funeral of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, highlighting the deep historical and cultural bonds between the two nations.
The Iranian Embassy in India expressed gratitude to India for its participation in the funeral ceremonies of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, highlighting the deep historical and cultural bonds between the two nations. An Indian delegation, including government officials and political leaders, attended the state funeral in Tehran.
Naidoc Week, originating from the 1938 Day of Mourning protest against colonization, is more than a celebration; it's a continuation of Aboriginal political movements. Evolving over decades, its themes reflect ongoing advocacy for justice, equality, and self-determination, while this year's "50 Years of Deadly" theme honors the people who built the movement.
The diplomatic and military contest for control of the Strait of Hormuz has intensified amid mourning for Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Tensions are high as Iran's IRGC appears to be reasserting control over the strait, impacting global shipping and oil prices.
Kyiv experienced its "most massive attack" with drones and missiles overnight, resulting in 20 deaths and 90 injuries. The barrage, lasting over 11 hours, targeted residential areas and infrastructure across a wide area, including a high-rise apartment block. Russia claims retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on its civilian infrastructure.
Russian forces conducted their "most massive attack" on Kyiv, killing 18 and injuring 90. Strikes hit residential areas, an ambulance station, and a kindergarten, causing widespread devastation. Ukraine condemned the targeting of civilians, while Moscow claimed retaliation for attacks on Russian infrastructure.
Russian forces launched their "most massive attack" on Kyiv, killing 18 people and injuring 90 across a wide area of the Ukrainian capital. Moscow cited retaliation for attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure, while Ukraine accused Russia of deliberately targeting residential areas and civilians.
Kyiv experienced its "most massive attack" by Russian forces overnight, with drones and missiles killing 13 people and injuring around 90. The strikes hit a wide area, including residential buildings and an ambulance station, prompting evacuations. Ukraine accused Russia of targeting civilians, while Russia claimed it retaliated against attacks on its infrastructure.
Venezuela has declared a seven-day national mourning period following devastating earthquakes that killed 1,943 people and injured 10,571. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez announced the mourning period, expressing solidarity with victims' families.
Andrea Bello, wife of Venezuelan soccer player Héctor Bello, died in a June 24 earthquake that collapsed their home, saving their 1-year-old daughter Alana by shielding her. Héctor shared emotional tributes, calling Andrea a hero who gave her life for their child.
Veteran Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj passes away, prompting an outpouring of grief from the film fraternity and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, who announced state honours for his funeral, highlighting Bhagyaraj's impactful contributions to Tamil cinema.
Iran observes Ashura, a Shia Muslim mourning period for Imam Hussein, with state-backed events and political messaging linking current resistance to historical martyrdom. The mourning coincides with the upcoming burial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and recent protests, with President Pezeshkian calling for national unity amidst US negotiations.
