Russian nationals Diana and Roman Nazimov were found murdered in a shallow grave in Chonburi, Thailand. Suspects Thana Kerdthong and Thongchai Srinil were arrested, confessing to their killings and the separate murders of a Thai family.
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.
East London Foundation Trust (ELFT) plans to cut 330 jobs and redesign at least 10 mental health services, including child and adolescent care and addiction support, to close a £25m financial gap. This move, mandated by NHS England, sparks fears of longer waiting times and calls for strike action from the Unite union.
Florida native Nathan Thomas, 18, became the world's youngest male professor, breaking a 306-year-old Guinness World Record. He teaches engineering at Miami Dade College and is pursuing a law degree, inspiring young learners with his accelerated academic journey.
Donald Trump announced he won two club championship trophies at his New Jersey golf club, attributing his victory to "talent." This boast comes amidst long-standing accusations of cheating in golf, which Trump denies.
Bitcoin dropped below $63,000 as the Coinbase Premium Index recorded its longest negative streak in history at 77 days, indicating persistent selling pressure from US institutional investors despite recent Bitcoin ETF inflows.
The article reviews Robert Service's book "The August Coup," detailing the swift collapse of Marxist-Leninist rule in Russia in August 1991. It highlights Mikhail Gorbachev's failed reforms, the KGB-led coup's incompetence, and Boris Yeltsin's pivotal role in resisting the plotters, leading to the Soviet Union's demise.
London parents Maisie Savage and Josh French's baby Theo, diagnosed with complex gastroschisis, underwent pioneering keyhole surgery in the womb at 26 weeks gestation in Texas, US. He is now five months old and thriving, marking a success for the first-of-its-kind clinical trial.
Three fast-moving wildfires in eastern Washington, including the Autumn Lane Fire, have destroyed hundreds of structures and forced 60,000 evacuations in Spokane County. While no deaths are reported, over 10,000 residents remain without power as emergency crews battle blazes across the state amid severe fire season conditions.
Argentine President Javier Milei claims an 'anti-Argentina campaign' criticizing the national football team was financed by the US Democratic party and the governments of Brazil and Mexico. Analysts suggest this narrative distracts from his plummeting popularity and austerity measures, while social media researchers found no evidence of a large-scale coordinated operation.
Following the death of a triathlete who went missing at sea during Hong Kong's Summer Triathlon Challenge, lawmakers are urging event organisers to adopt advanced technology like optimised GPS tracking to enhance athlete monitoring and safety, especially amid unstable weather conditions.
An Icac inquiry into alleged illegal donations for 'branch stacking' in the NSW Liberal Party hears evidence of potential law breaches, with key figures accused of discussing evidence to avoid detection.
Tributes are being paid across Nepal and globally for British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, also known as Nims, and nine other expedition members, six of whom were Nepalese, after they died in an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Purja, famous for climbing 14 peaks in six months, is remembered for his courage and contribution to Nepali climbing.
Vote counting for the Datia Assembly by-election in Madhya Pradesh began Monday, necessitated by former MLA Rajendra Bharti's disqualification. BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari and Congress's Ghanshyam Singh are the main contenders among 21 candidates.
Donald Trump has invoked Section 338 of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930, starting with a 50% tariff on Canadian imports, to gain broad authority for imposing duties. This move follows a Supreme Court ruling against his previous tariff powers and raises concerns about escalating global trade conflicts.
Thousands of talibés, young Qur’anic students, are forced to beg daily in Senegal, often facing abuse and exploitation by some marabouts who profit from the practice. Human rights groups highlight this as human trafficking, while government efforts to end it are deemed limited and ineffective.
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.
Irvine Welsh discusses his new novel Can Nothing Save Us?, set in Trump-era America and shaped by Las Vegas, accelerationism and his own health routine. He also reflects on addiction, family, aging and the limits of the internet.
Fast-moving wildfires in Spokane, Washington state, have forced around 60,000 evacuations and destroyed 600 buildings, including homes and businesses. Officials describe it as the region's worst natural disaster, with strong winds and dryness fueling the blazes.
Ireland is reassessing its defence posture after Russian ship activity in nearby waters exposed risks to undersea cables, pipelines and other critical infrastructure. The government says security is now a greater priority, but spending and naval capacity remain limited.
H5 bird flu has caused the first mass mortality of Australian wildlife in greater crested terns off South Australia. With 74 confirmed cases across multiple states, federal ministers expect further spread in wildlife, activating a national management plan and increased biosecurity efforts.
Legendary Hollywood actor Diane Keaton's Los Angeles dream home, which she spent nearly a decade designing and transforming, has found a buyer nine months after her death. The Sullivan Canyon property, most recently listed for $22.9 million, is now under a contingent offer.
A Marine noncommissioned officer was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound at an off-base housing unit in Pohang, South Korea. Military authorities and local police have initiated a joint investigation into the incident.
Celebrity agent Ralph Carr, 66, has been named after a suppression order was lifted, revealing his conviction last month for the rape and sexual assault of a woman at his West Melbourne home in March 2023. Carr maintains innocence and plans to appeal the verdict.
