A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert on Monday, with eight people believed dead. The cause is under investigation, and the military has not confirmed if the aircraft was armed.
A B-52 bomber crashed near Edwards Air Force Base in California during a routine test mission, with eight people on board feared dead. The fiery crash occurred shortly after takeoff, and officials believe no one survived. The base has suspended visitor passes to focus on emergency response.
A B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. Footage showed a charred runway with smoke billowing. The airfield was closed, and visitor passes suspended. Details on crew status are pending.
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed during a training flight in Siberia's Irkutsk region. The crew ejected successfully, but details on their condition are unknown. The aircraft crashed near the Angara River, with footage showing it nose-diving into trees.
Police in Delhi have arrested four people, including a minor, for allegedly starting a fire in a residential building that killed three and injured eight. The blaze, initially thought to be accidental, is now being investigated as arson linked to a personal dispute.
In Gaza, war and extreme inflation have led to the rise of 'molokhia cigarettes' as a desperate substitute for traditional tobacco. Vendors mix dried molokhia leaves with liquid nicotine, and sometimes toxic industrial substances, due to soaring prices and import restrictions. Doctors warn of severe health risks, including cancer and breathing difficulties, but economic pressure and addiction drive continued use.
Despite Myanmar authorities claiming a return to normalcy after a 2021 military coup, a vibrant and clandestine elite party scene persists in Yangon. Clubbers sleep through loud music in warehouse venues, highlighting a stark contrast between official messaging and the reality on the ground.
Northern Ireland is experiencing its third summer of racially motivated riots, with paramilitaries playing a complex role. While not directly orchestrating the violence, some loyalist leaders chose neutrality, warning of anarchy if authority is removed. This situation highlights the enduring influence of paramilitary groups despite efforts to disband them.
A fire in a five-storey residential building in southeast Delhi's Govindpuri killed 3 family members and critically injured 2 others, with residents using sarees to escape through windows amidst flames and smoke.
A fire destroyed a 1 million-square-foot Medline medical equipment warehouse in Tracy, California, prompting evacuations of nearby facilities including FedEx and Amazon centers, with no reported injuries and investigations into the cause underway.
Ugandan housemates Stella and Sumayah, living in west Belfast, recount a terrifying night as riots engulfed their street, with neighbouring houses set ablaze and emergency services advising them to stay indoors.
A ranking of Kathleen Turner's 20 most notable film roles, highlighting her versatility from femme fatale to comedic actress, with "Crimes of Passion" and "Body Heat" topping the list.
Two Ugandan care workers, Sumayah Nakazibwe and Stella Ariokot, were trapped in their Belfast home for four hours during riots. They were eventually rescued by a pastor after witnessing escalating violence, including petrol-bombing of cars and burning of properties. Other families, including Romanian and Nigerian, were also affected.
Two Ugandan care workers, Sumayah Nakazibwe and Stella Ariokot, were trapped in their Belfast home for four hours during riots. They witnessed masked youths burning cars and bins, and narrowly escaped after a pastor intervened. Other families, including Romanian and Nigerian, were also targeted.
Hundreds of thousands mourned Argentine rock star Carlos "Indio" Solari, who died at 77. His music, known for cryptic lyrics and literary references, inspired a devoted following in Argentina but remained largely unknown internationally, highlighting the limits of cultural globalization.
The Zaporozhye Thermal Power Plant (ZTPP), crucial for supplying electricity to the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), was heavily attacked on June 4. The IAEA reported observing smoke and hearing military activity, expressing concern for the ZNPP's power supply. ZNPP staff are sheltering, but the nuclear plant continues to operate normally.
Taiwan's Executive Yuan will reclassify etonitazene (known as 'zombie smoke') from a Category 2 to a Category 1 illicit drug, with potential death penalty for manufacturing, transport, or sale. This, along with 13 other measures, aims to deter drug use and drunk driving.
An Australian woman pleads for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Overseas, Donald Trump confirms a call with Israel's PM, while Iran attacks Kuwait airport. Australia faces trade tariffs, and NDIS reforms face criticism.
An Australian woman is pleading for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Meanwhile, Donald Trump confirmed a testy call with Israel's PM, Iran attacked Kuwait airport, and Australia faces trade tariffs.
A devastating fire in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, claimed 21 lives, including several foreigners. A video captured a foreign national attempting to escape the blaze. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic, with some jumping from upper floors, while a mattress trader's quick thinking with quilts and mattresses helped save eight lives.
A new Harvard study reveals that consuming over two pounds of ultra-processed foods daily increases dementia risk by 58% and cognitive impairment by 46%. Even moderate consumption poses risks, with processed meats showing the highest association.
New Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals a 40% rise in nicotine consumption from 2017-2025, driven by a surge in illegal tobacco to 80% of the market. This has led to a drop in household spending on cigarettes, creating a $6.9bn budget hole.
Ukrainian drones targeted energy and military sites in St Petersburg, Russia, including an oil terminal and naval base, hours before the city's economic forum. The strikes, described by Ukraine as "long-range sanctions," occurred despite Russian air defense efforts and caused significant disruption, including the temporary closure of the city's airport.
Smoke rose over St. Petersburg after a Ukrainian drone attack on Wednesday, hitting infrastructure objects and an oil terminal ahead of Russia's annual economic forum. President Zelensky claimed military targets were hit, while Russia reported downing hundreds of drones.
