Russia's Battlegroup North interceptor drone battery destroyed 24 Ukrainian fixed-wing UAVs in the Sumy area over the past 24 hours, according to a commander with the call sign Amur. The drones were used for reconnaissance, fire adjustment, targeting, and delivering strikes.
The Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang circuit is being considered as a replacement for a cancelled Formula 1 race this season, as hopes for racing in Bahrain diminish due to ongoing regional conflict. Malaysia's Youth and Sports Minister confirmed discussions are underway.
Il Calendario Pirelli 2027 è un tributo all'India, realizzato con gli archivi inediti del fotoreporter Raghu Rai e i nuovi scatti di Sølve Sundsbø, arricchiti dalla visione della figlia di Rai, Avani. L'opera esplora l'anima del Paese attraverso ritratti di donne e luoghi, unendo diverse prospettive.
Tesla's robotaxi program, despite CEO Elon Musk's positive framing, faces challenges including flat mileage, shrinking vehicle numbers, and ongoing safety questions. Analysts express concern over slow growth and potential regulatory hurdles, contrasting with Tesla's camera-only autonomy claims.
Project Ceti researchers found sperm whales off Dominica produce distinct, faster clicking patterns ("codas") and alter "vowel-like" sounds when boats are nearby. This discovery could allow scientists to predict ship presence and raises questions about the impact of noise pollution on whale communication.
After Hong Kong lost its bid to Glasgow to host a major international maths meeting, an award-winning mathematician named Yau called for Asia to establish its own mathematical union, citing entrenched European voting power within the IMU.
The Calcutta High Court has directed police to arrest Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel in a rape case and seize his electronic devices to prevent alleged circulation of sensitive material. An FIR was registered against Porel last month at Mogra Police Station, accusing him of physical relations on promise of marriage, recording intimate moments, and threatening the complainant.
Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce from central Mexico due to a potential link to a multistate cyclospora outbreak in the U.S., sickening over 1,600 people and leading to Taco Bell removing affected products from its supply chain.
Tadej Pogacar urged a radical shift in the cycling calendar, suggesting no racing in July/August due to extreme heat. Mathieu van der Poel won the shortened ninth stage of the Tour de France, with Tom Pidcock finishing third. The Professional Cyclists Association echoed calls for protocol implementation and earlier start times.
Mumbai Police are investigating a bomb threat call received by the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel on Sunday. A similar hoax threat was also reported at Delhi's Red Fort a day prior, with authorities probing both incidents.
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) responded to 151 operational incidents, including 54 bonfire-related calls, between Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Firefighters faced a hostile crowd in Cookstown and dealt with significant property damage in Greenisland.
Rebel TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee announced plans to approach the Supreme Court after the Calcutta High Court permitted the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC to temporarily operate three frozen bank accounts. The accounts were frozen as part of a money laundering probe linked to alleged financial irregularities.
Truecaller is publicly challenging India's telecom regulator, TRAI, over new rules for caller ID apps. The company claims the anti-spam framework, which designates specific number series for commercial calls, hinders its ability to protect consumers from unwanted calls and has eroded trust in legitimate business communications.
Eggs were thrown at a Trinamool Congress rally led by Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata, West Bengal. Slogans of "chor, chor" were raised, and clashes erupted between TMC and BJP workers, requiring police intervention. The rally protested an alleged rape and murder.
Eggs were thrown at a Trinamool Congress rally led by Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata, West Bengal. Clashes erupted between TMC and BJP workers, with police resorting to a baton charge. Banerjee accused the police of acting as an arm of the BJP.
A film producer staying in Datia, Madhya Pradesh, received death threats via WhatsApp calls and messages from Pakistani numbers. The caller warned him against releasing his upcoming film 'Kala Hiran' and threatened a bomb attack. Police have registered an FIR and are investigating.
Fifa President Gianni Infantino received a call from US President Donald Trump before Folarin Balogun's red card suspension was lifted, allowing him to play against Belgium. The decision, challenged by UEFA, was upheld by Fifa.
California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized media coverage of Donald Trump as "sycophantic," particularly regarding Oval Office press briefings. He condemned White House changes to the press pool and a "media offenders" website, arguing they stifle journalism and scrutiny, especially concerning Trump's health.
Folarin Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA after a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Manager Mauricio Pochettino celebrated the decision, calling the initial red card "unfair" and referencing potential lobbying from Donald Trump. Belgium manager Rudi Garcia also commented on the surprising decision.
NASA's Endeavour space shuttle will be permanently displayed in launch position at the California Science Center's Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center starting November 13, 2026. The new exhibit will feature the shuttle with its boosters and external tank, alongside 100 aerospace artifacts and a gantry elevator experience.
The UK government expressed shock over a report that a convicted people smuggler, once dubbed "the godfather" of Calais migrant camps, is living in Leicestershire. The man, who reportedly changed his name and was working illegally while claiming asylum, received a five-year sentence in France for smuggling. This case, alongside another involving a Rochdale grooming gang leader who cannot be deported due to a legal loophole, has raised questions about the UK's immigration and deportation systems.
Downing Street expressed shock over reports that a convicted people smuggler, sentenced in France, is living in Leicestershire, UK, and working illegally while claiming asylum. This case, alongside a Rochdale grooming gang leader who cannot be deported, highlights concerns about the UK's immigration system and the deportation of foreign criminals.
England narrowly avoided a World Cup upset against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, securing a 2-1 victory to advance to the last 16. Despite trailing for much of the match and facing criticism for their performance, two late goals from Harry Kane secured the win.
Hong Kong labour unions are calling for increased risk assessments and safety measures following a surge in industrial accidents, with 62 reported in the first half of the year, including 24 fatalities. Recent incidents include a worker killed by a toppled excavator and another by a road roller.
