An estimated 20 million Shia pilgrims converged on Karbala, Iraq, for the Arbaeen commemoration. This year's pilgrimage saw heightened political friction and grief following the recent killings of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his family by the U.S. and Israel.
Ukrainian President Zelensky mocked Vladimir Putin for relying on North Korean reinforcements and missiles, stating Russia cannot wage war alone. Meanwhile, Russian strikes caused casualties and fires in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia.
Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik condemned a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Nizhnekamsk as a war crime, reporting multiple fatalities and injuries, while blaming Western weapon suppliers.
A dolphin in Western Australia, observed by Geographe Marine Research, was seen grieving its deceased calf for an unprecedented 11 days, highlighting complex emotional behaviors in dolphins, termed 'epimeletic', which include mourning and caregiving.
David Owori, captain of Uganda Premier League club SC Villa and national team player, died after being fatally attacked during a robbery in Kampala on Tuesday night.
Vicky Krieps delivers a stellar performance in Anna Cazenave Cambet's adaptation of Constance Debré's novel, portraying a mother's 18-month ordeal of being denied access to her son after coming out as gay in patriarchal French family courts.
Adelaide is mourning the "heartbreaking loss" of 18-year-old footballer Campbell Thorp, who died after being hit by two cars on Hindley Street. His death has reignited urgent calls from city councillors and local businesses for safety overhauls, including one-way traffic or night closures, on the popular nightlife strip.
Kaliyah Coa, 11, died accidentally after immersing herself in the River Thames at Barge House Causeway, East London, on March 31, 2025, despite her father's refusal to let her dip her toes. An inquest ruled her death accidental, noting she was trying to retrieve a friend's lost shoe.
An 11-year-old girl, Kaliyah Coa, died accidentally from immersion in the River Thames after asking her father to 'dip her toes' in the water, an inquest heard. Her body was found two weeks after she disappeared on March 31, 2025, near Barge House Causeway, east London.
Tripura DGP Anurag Dhankar was found dead in his Agartala office toilet on Monday. While police suspect suicide, a magisterial probe has been ordered, and opposition parties are demanding a judicial inquiry into the death of the senior IPS officer.
India mourns the death of former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, with the national flag flying at half-mast. The Supreme Court will hear pleas regarding alleged donation fraud at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and unpredictable airfare fluctuations. The remains of 15 Indian tourists who died in Vietnam are expected to arrive tonight.
India announced a one-day national mourning on July 13, 2026, following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir of Qatar. The national flag will be flown at half-mast, and official entertainment will be canceled as a mark of respect for the former ruler, who passed away at 74.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's late supreme leader, was buried in Mashhad after six days of mourning. His death occurred during Iran's war with the US and Israel, with recent strikes threatening a peace deal. His son, Mojtaba, succeeded him but was not seen at the funeral.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral in Mashhad, initially set for early July 9, has been postponed to the evening of the same day. The delay is due to ongoing extensive mourning ceremonies for Khamenei in Najaf and Karbala, Iraq, which saw millions participate.
Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has halted following recent attacks on vessels and escalating rhetoric between the US and Iran. Rystad Energy's Jorge Leon noted the market's quick reaction, with the real test expected after July 9, post-mourning period for Iran's late Supreme Leader.
Thousands mourned assassinated Iranian leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, displaying defiance and vowing revenge against the US. The procession on Azadi Street showcased national pride and a determination to overcome perceived oppression, with calls for retaliation and even nuclear armament.
Filmmakers Teboho and Don Edkins explore grief through the lens of Ethiopia's Orthodox Tewahedo community after the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines crash, which killed Teboho's brother. The documentary contrasts the community's structured mourning with the family's personal loss and touches on the unresolved demand for justice from Boeing.
Nathan Fitzgerald, a 27-year-old Melbourne teacher, died after a head clash during an Australian rules football game. The community, including Mernda Central College where he taught, is mourning his loss. A fundraiser for his family has raised over $96,000, and the club is calling for an investigation into playing on converted cricket pitches.
Tehran held a massive funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, drawing millions of mourners in a display of grief and political messaging. However, many Iranians stayed away due to economic hardship and recent protests, with some blaming Khamenei for the crackdown. The funeral events aim to portray him as a transcendent figure, while critics question his legacy.
Iran's Embassy in India expressed gratitude to the Indian government and people for attending the funeral of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, highlighting the deep historical and cultural bonds between the two nations.
The Iranian Embassy in India expressed gratitude to India for its participation in the funeral ceremonies of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, highlighting the deep historical and cultural bonds between the two nations. An Indian delegation, including government officials and political leaders, attended the state funeral in Tehran.
Naidoc Week, originating from the 1938 Day of Mourning protest against colonization, is more than a celebration; it's a continuation of Aboriginal political movements. Evolving over decades, its themes reflect ongoing advocacy for justice, equality, and self-determination, while this year's "50 Years of Deadly" theme honors the people who built the movement.
The diplomatic and military contest for control of the Strait of Hormuz has intensified amid mourning for Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Tensions are high as Iran's IRGC appears to be reasserting control over the strait, impacting global shipping and oil prices.
Kyiv experienced its "most massive attack" with drones and missiles overnight, resulting in 20 deaths and 90 injuries. The barrage, lasting over 11 hours, targeted residential areas and infrastructure across a wide area, including a high-rise apartment block. Russia claims retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on its civilian infrastructure.
