At least seven people, including three children, died after a drone crashed onto a beach near Gelendzhik, Russia. Russian officials labeled the incident a deliberate attack on civilians, while Ukraine has not commented. Additional attacks were reported in Crimea and Vladimir.
Russian authorities say a Ukrainian drone deliberately struck a busy beach near Gelendzhik, killing seven people including three children and injuring 40. Ukraine has not commented.
A Ukrainian drone crashed onto a popular beach near Gelendzhik on Russia's Black Sea coast, killing seven people, including three children, and injuring 40, according to Russian authorities. Russia accused Kyiv of a deliberate attack on civilians, while Ukraine's military maintains it does not target non-combatants. The incident follows other recent attacks in both Russia and Ukraine.
Arsenal's initial £70m offer for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães has been rejected, with Newcastle valuing him at £80m. Guimarães met new Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle in Spain, while Newcastle also completed the £26m signing of goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga.
Banks across India will observe various holidays in August due to regional festivals and national observances like Independence Day, with closures varying by state. While branch services will be unavailable on these dates, digital banking services will continue to operate normally.
A WestJet strike has led to over 300 flight cancellations across Canada, disrupting holiday weekend travel for thousands of passengers. Both sides are willing to negotiate, leaving travelers awaiting updates on when flights may normalize.
Adult birthday celebrations are increasingly elaborate, rivaling weddings in scale and cost, driven by a desire for connection and self-expression amidst unattainable traditional milestones. This trend, amplified by social media, creates financial and emotional strain for guests, leading to social dilemmas and re-evaluations of friendship values.
Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a video address for Railway Workers' Day, commending the industry's strategic importance, its role in national development, and its contribution to the "special military operation zone," Donbass, and Novorossiya.
Victoria Stellas from Anglesey suffered memory loss and seizures after a tick bite on a Greek holiday in 2019 led to tick-borne encephalitis and a six-week coma. She now takes 18 tablets daily and advocates for TBE vaccination awareness, sharing her story with students.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is reading Pope Leo's encyclical 'Magnifica humanitas' on AI's ethical constraints during his holiday, reflecting his views on balancing AI's potential with job security concerns, amidst political challenges including a cabinet reshuffle and upcoming state elections.
FIFA's plan to sell World Cup chunks to private investors sparks outrage; Uefa must decide by 19 September, with potential seismic implications for football's governance and future.
Electrical Safety First says 14 travel adaptors sold on major online marketplaces failed UK safety tests, warning they could cause electric shock or fire. The platforms say the flagged products were removed.
Schools in India are expected to remain open on July 27 unless state or local authorities announce closures due to heavy rainfall forecasts by the IMD; Uttarakhand's Bageshwar district has announced a holiday.
Tourists and residents in south-west France and central Spain have been evacuated as raging wildfires spread in extreme heat and wind. Authorities have deployed military and emergency resources while flights to Bordeaux and Madrid remain unaffected.
Practical tips for UK parents to enjoy summer holidays with kids without breaking the bank, focusing on affordable UK trips, budget activities, and quality time.
A California court has struck down portions of the state's Diwali holiday law, less than a year after its official recognition. The ruling targets the legislation's description of Diwali's religious significance, not its aim to allow observers paid leave, according to the Hindu American Foundation.
Wildfires in Spain and France have forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate or stay indoors, with Madrid declaring a national emergency and France evacuating Cap Ferret by land and sea.
Andy Burnham is urged by Liberal Democrats to lobby EU leaders directly for the suspension of the new Entry-Exit System (EES) until at least September, as 2.2 million British holidaymakers begin their summer travels, facing potential delays and disruptions at EU borders.
Brutal heat and a marine heatwave in southern Europe have triggered intense wildfires in France and Spain, forcing approximately 30,000 people, including thousands of tourists, to evacuate. Authorities in both countries are deploying resources as record-breaking temperatures and land burned exacerbate the crisis.
A mother, Shalina Rahman (42), and her daughter, Sameeha (15), died trying to save a 7-year-old relative who got into difficulty off an Essex beach. The boy is on life support as police investigate the West Mersea tragedy.
Over 20,000 people have evacuated due to intense wildfires on France's Atlantic coast, exacerbated by a record-breaking marine heatwave in the Mediterranean and extreme temperatures across southern Europe. Firefighters battle the blaze near Bordeaux as an investigation into its cause begins.
Charlie Walker's book "On Thin Ice" recounts his 2022 trek across northern Siberia, coinciding with Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He observes ordinary Russians' views on the conflict and faces increasing scrutiny from the FSB, leading to his detention and deportation from the country.
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola is determined to retain Alexis Mac Allister and Alisson for his first season, despite transfer links. Speaking from the US pre-season tour, Iraola also addressed several key player injuries, including Hugo Ekitiké and Conor Bradley, and the team's defensive depth.
Australian One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce was seen yelling at his dog, Stella, during a live ABC 7.30 interview while attempting to defend party leader Pauline Hanson's controversial European tour. The incident, which went viral, adds to Joyce's history of dog-related news and occurred as One Nation shows strong polling support.
