Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly warned US President Donald Trump during a phone call against resuming large-scale military operations against Iran, emphasizing the potential severe damage to the global economy. The prince also discussed regional defense capabilities and vulnerabilities.
Russian air defense forces reportedly shot down 131 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions overnight, resulting in six deaths and 18 injuries in Crimea, Krasnodar, and Vladimir regions. A Wildberries logistics facility caught fire, and the Russian Investigative Committee opened a terrorism case.
Wildfires in southern Europe, particularly Spain, have caused billions in damage, with Spain's economy facing significant long-term consequences. Economists highlight declining prevention investment despite rising fire severity, urging a shift from firefighting to proactive forest management.
Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least nine people across several Russian regions, including a Wildberries warehouse and a residential building, while Russian attacks killed at least five in Ukraine. An EU naval mission also intercepted a Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker near Sicily.
France's worst wildfire season in decades poses a significant threat to Bordeaux's wine industry. Smoke taint from nearby fires could damage grapes, altering taste and value, a problem exacerbated by the grapes' veraison stage and existing market pressures.
A 17-year-old boy allegedly driving a car crashed into a two-wheeler and seven other vehicles in Hyderabad's Madhuranagar, killing a 55-year-old man and injuring another. The minor has been taken into custody, and an investigation is underway.
Kiama Library in Australia received a rare 1858 book, "Antiquities of Athens," 150 years overdue after it was found during home renovations. The calculated late fee, based on original library rules, amounts to A$28,000, but the book will now join the library's local history collection.
Over 4,000 firefighters, National Guard, and crews from 12+ states battled multiple wildfires across Washington state, US, on Saturday. Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency and burn ban as fires, including the Old Trails Fire in Spokane, burned over 250,000 acres, forcing evacuations and power outages.
A truck bomb explosion outside a police base in Cucuta, Colombia, injured 11 officers and killed a police dog. The Colombian government attributed the attack to the National Liberation Army (ELN), days before the incoming president, who pledged to confront rebel factions, takes office.
Heavy rains in Kerala, India, on Saturday caused landslides and widespread flooding, resulting in six fatalities and significant property damage. Authorities initiated large-scale rescue operations, established 65 relief camps for 1,465 displaced individuals, and issued severe weather alerts for multiple districts.
The Justice Department dismissed a criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, initially charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Government lawyers now attribute the damage to "flawed installation" by a contractor, not vandalism, citing new documents received after the indictment.
President Trump criticized US Attorney Jeanine Pirro for dismissing charges against David Hearn, accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Pirro's office attributed the damage to shoddy construction and rushed installation, contradicting Trump's claim of vandalism.
Former US President Donald Trump publicly disagreed with his own Justice Department's findings that a flawed installation, not vandalism, caused damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Federal prosecutors subsequently moved to drop the case against David Hearn, who had been accused of vandalism.
Donald Trump criticized his own Department of Justice after it dropped criminal charges against former Olympic athlete David Hearn, who was accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. US Attorney Jeanine Pirro dismissed the charges, stating new information revealed the damage was due to a botched installation, not vandalism.
Kyiv suffered ballistic missile attacks, killing 10 and injuring 22, while Donald Trump expressed reluctance on licensing Patriot missile production to Ukraine. President Zelenskyy also urged Trump to facilitate Starlink use for strikes inside Russia. Separately, Ukrainians protested the ouster of the defense minister, and Black Sea grain exports faced threats from drone attacks.
A major fire, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, erupted at the Judicial Magistrate First Class office in Patna's Court Complex, destroying important case files and legal records. No injuries were reported as the office was empty, but hearings for the day were postponed.
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.
A 4.7-magnitude earthquake, the strongest in 40 years, struck near Naples, Italy, injuring at least 26, causing power outages, transport disruption, and building damage. Around 300 people were evacuated from Pozzuoli amid ongoing seismic activity and warnings of further collapses.
Hong Kong is preparing for heavy showers and squally thunderstorms over the next few days, as warned by the Hong Kong Observatory. Authorities have already received six landslide reports and one retaining wall damage report between Friday and Saturday evening, urging residents to remain vigilant.
Satellite images reveal new damage to Amazon data centers in UAE and Bahrain, and a crucial Saudi oil facility, following missile and drone attacks by Iran and Houthi allies. The strikes, including a Houthi naval blockade in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threaten global oil exports and have caused a 40% drop in tanker transits, escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Coinbase reported a surprise Q2 net loss of $359 million on $1.22 billion revenue, missing Wall Street expectations as crypto spot trading volumes fell over 20%. Despite the loss, stablecoin revenue grew, and Coinbase gained market share. Broader crypto markets saw majors decline, while Bitcoin ETFs recorded significant inflows.
A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan's Kyushu island has killed 34 people, with one more death under investigation. Search operations continue for missing persons, while thousands remain without water and power amidst soaring temperatures, raising health concerns.
US prosecutors dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, initially blamed by Donald Trump for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence suggests the damage resulted from a "flawed installation" by contractors overseen by the Department of Interior, not vandalism.
The Munich Regional Court ruled that US-based Suno AI violated copyrights by training its models on unlicensed music, ordering damages and disclosure of illicit revenues. Germany's licensing agency GEMA initiated the lawsuit, which is a globally significant test of copyright law for AI music. Suno plans to appeal the decision.
