Authorities dismantled a major Mediterranean smuggling network, arresting 78 people in Spain and Algeria. The group used high-speed boats to smuggle synthetic drugs, weapons, and migrants, generating millions in profits.
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir has dismissed the idea that Saturday's match against Melbourne at the MCG is a grand final dress rehearsal, while backing assistant coach Jaymie Graham amid interest from Essendon and Carlton.
AI firm Moonshot aims to raise capital at a valuation of up to US$50 billion in a pre-IPO funding round, following a US$30 billion valuation last month.
The US administration has vowed to dismantle the International Criminal Court, citing threats to sovereignty following ICC arrest warrants for Israeli officials, a move critics attribute to domestic politics.
Ganymede, Jupiter's largest moon, defies typical lunar classifications due to its size (larger than Mercury), intrinsic magnetic field, and a vast hidden saltwater ocean. These planet-like features make it one of the Solar System's most unusual worlds, prompting continued study by missions like NASA's Juno.
Police in Hong Kong dismantled an illegal debt collection syndicate, along with a prostitution venue, a drug den, and three illegal gambling parlours, arresting 57 individuals aged 14 to 70, some with triad backgrounds. The syndicate recruited young people for "quick cash" to harass debtors via messaging apps.
Major League Soccer aims to capitalize on World Cup momentum by acquiring veteran international stars like Casemiro, Griezmann, and Lewandowski, while simultaneously facing the challenge of retaining its best young homegrown players who often leave for European clubs, highlighting a strategic tension in the league's growth.
Fremantle defeats Western Bulldogs 11.12 (78) to 5.11 (41), securing a top-two berth and nearing their first premiership with Josh Treacy's pivotal 100-game milestone performance.
Syrian security forces killed 2 suspects linked to March 2025 coastal attacks, arrested IS members in Aleppo, and dismantled terror cells, as part of a sustained anti-terror campaign.
Fremantle secured a 70-point western derby win over West Coast at Perth Stadium, with Jye Amiss kicking five goals and Murphy Reid earning the Glendinning-Allan medal. Separately, Geelong defeated Melbourne by 20 points, ending the Demons' undefeated MCG run, with Shannon Neale and Ollie Henry starring for the Cats.
The US State Department's official policy to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC) "brick by brick" is seen as a critical threat to international justice. This move, involving sanctions on officials and pressure on allies, aligns the US with autocrats and follows previous Trump-era actions against the ICC.
Aleppo's industrial fairgrounds hosted the Nas Tex 2026 exhibition, bringing together over 300 companies from 20 countries. Syrian officials view this as a crucial step to revive the country's textile industry, which was devastated by the civil war but now hopes to leverage skilled labor, competitive costs, and lifted sanctions to regain its regional prominence.
The US has implemented a new global visa restriction policy targeting individuals involved in cybercrime, including online investment scams and sextortion. The policy, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, also applies to immediate family members and aims to combat international cybercrime networks, particularly those defrauding US citizens.
Security forces in Kashmir demolished the homes of two alleged Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists and detained over 2,500 people in a sweeping crackdown. This action followed the fatal shooting of a J&K police head constable in Anantnag and has drawn criticism from political leaders.
Fremantle is poised for a historic AFL season, aiming to match its best-ever win record and secure top spot with a Western Derby victory against West Coast. Despite recent slow starts, the Dockers are strong, while the improving Eagles seek an upset win at Perth Stadium.
Former Hungarian PM Viktor Orban accused the new government of "tyranny" and "sham investigations" after prosecutors seized equipment from Fidesz HQ as part of a corruption probe into the National Culture Fund. Orban, whose party lost elections to Peter Magyar's Tisza party, vowed resistance against what he calls a politically motivated legal proceeding.
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), established in 1961, has been dismantled by the Trump administration, with most programs cancelled and remaining ones absorbed by the State Department. Studies project this defunding could lead to 14 million deaths by 2030 from HIV/AIDS and malaria.
India has acquired nine retired British-built Jaguar jets to be dismantled for spare parts to maintain its operational Jaguar fleet. Analysts cite this as a practical but revealing move about India's air power weaknesses.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia has lost all trust in the West's willingness to achieve a negotiated solution for Ukraine, citing past broken agreements and the West's alleged undermining of a 2022 deal. He thanked Mozambique for its balanced stance at the UN.
Gurugram experienced severe flooding for the second consecutive day due to heavy monsoon rains, with 115mm falling in 33 hours. Decades of dismantling natural drainage systems, including ponds and bunds, and extensive concrete development have left the city vulnerable, redirecting rainwater onto unprepared roads and causing widespread traffic disruption.
Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' is becoming more autonomous, with groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthis developing independent drone manufacturing capabilities. This shift challenges traditional notions of proxy warfare and complicates efforts by the US and Israel to dismantle these networks.
Despite US/Israel efforts to cripple Iran's 'Axis of Resistance,' its proxies like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthis are increasingly self-sufficient in drone production, creating a more resilient and unpredictable network.
Elon Musk's dismantling of USAID is under scrutiny amid the DRC Ebola outbreak, with experts linking the cuts to delayed detection and preparedness. Critics estimate millions of deaths could result, including children, if global health programs are slashed.
The US men's national team's World Cup loss to Belgium was overshadowed by a controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's eligibility. Despite a last-minute stay of his red-card suspension, Balogun was unable to prevent the team's defeat, leading to criticism of perceived political interference.
