A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in southern Japan kills at least 13, injures hundreds, and disrupts power and water for tens of thousands, with rescue efforts underway amidst warnings of further quakes.
A van struck a crowd at Berlin's Christopher Street Day pride parade, killing 1 and injuring 29. The 21-year-old suspect, Abdul B., linked to Islamist extremism, was later shot dead by police after lunging at them with a knife.
Gaza-based journalists Mohammed al-Qahouji and Moaz al-Salhi, severely injured during the Israeli war, face immense challenges in seeking medical evacuation for life-changing treatments abroad due to the Israeli siege and restricted movement.
A van driven into a Berlin Pride crowd killed 1 woman and injured 29 others. Suspect Abdul Ballout, 21, with Islamist links, was shot and killed by police.
Anthony Joshua recovered from being knocked down twice in the first round to achieve a second-round knockout against Kristian Prenga, salvaging his highly anticipated November fight with Tyson Fury.
Rostov-on-Don declares state of emergency after strong winds cause 1 death, 28 injuries, and infrastructure damage.
A car attack during Berlin Pride killed 1 and injured 17, with 3 in critical condition. The 21-year-old suspect, linked to Berlin's Islamist scene, remains at large. This incident is the latest in a decade of vehicle-ramming attacks in Germany, including the 2016 Breitscheidplatz Christmas market attack that killed 11.
Four young people on bail charged after a machete brawl in Melbourne's CBD left two with serious injuries; six arrested, four charged with various offences.
A van rammed into Berlin's Pride festival, killing 1 and injuring 17. A 21-year-old suspect, Abdul B., with ties to Islamic groups, is wanted; motives and full sequence of events unknown.
Saudi Arabia targeted Houthi military sites in Hodeida after the group announced a maritime blockade, threatening a 2022 truce and global oil supply, following attacks on Saudi ships in the Red Sea.
Israel says it is preparing an extensive West Bank operation after a deadly clash in Tell near Nablus killed four Palestinians and two Israelis. The incident has intensified calls for arrests, demolitions and more settlement activity.
A 45-year-old man died and a 36-year-old police officer was injured in a shooting at Yengarie, Queensland, during a domestic violence response. The officer, shot in the leg, is in stable condition.
Five Metropolitan Police officers were injured when a marine policing unit boat struck Westminster Bridge in central London. The incident, at around 3:40pm on Friday, saw officers enter the water before being rescued. Injuries are being treated, with no public casualties reported.
Jackie, a famous bald eagle from Big Bear Valley, is critically injured after a fight. Her mate Shadow donated blood to aid her treatment for anemia at the Ojai Raptor Center.
A Russian ballistic missile strike in Ukraine's Kyiv region killed 10 people and injured nearly 100 at a defense industry event. The attack occurred a day after President Zelensky met with Raytheon representatives, with Russia claiming the event showcased drones targeting Russian civilians.
Key NRL players Dylan Lucas, Dylan Brown (Newcastle), Harry Grant (Melbourne), Daniel Tupou (Roosters), and Brandon Smith (Rabbitohs) suffered significant injuries in Friday night thrillers, potentially sidelining them for the rest of the season and severely impacting their teams' finals aspirations.
A Russian ballistic missile strike in Ukraine's Kyiv region killed 10 and injured nearly 100 at a defence industry event. Ukrainian officials, including President Zelenskyy, confirmed the attack on a private training ground. A criminal investigation is underway into the event's organization, while the Kremlin stated its intent for "total victory" but expressed openness to US peace proposals.
US singer Chris Brown and vocal coach Omololu Akinlolu pleaded guilty to affray in a London nightclub incident from February 2023, leading to dropped assault charges. They were granted bail ahead of sentencing on October 26.
Five Metropolitan Police officers were injured when their Marine Policing Unit boat struck Westminster Bridge in central London. Several officers entered the River Thames but were recovered, with no members of the public involved in the incident.
US forces attacked the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy headquarters in Ziabaknar, Gilan Province, Iran, on Thursday night. Preliminary reports indicate no injuries. This attack follows a new round of US-Iran escalation since July 8, which included US strikes and a renewed naval blockade.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported intercepting 571 Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions, the Sea of Azov, and the Black Sea. Attacks targeted civilian infrastructure in St. Petersburg, Leningrad, and Tver regions, causing fires, structural collapses, and injuring three people. The Russian Investigative Committee has opened a criminal probe into the incident.
US missile strikes near the city of Ahvaz in southwestern Iran resulted in four deaths and five injuries, as reported by Khuzestan Province's governor. This incident occurred amidst a new round of escalation in the US-Iran conflict that began on July 8.
The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
Two men sustained life-threatening and serious injuries after their vehicle was struck by a giant mining truck at the Peak Downs coal site in Central Queensland. Emergency services are on scene, and an investigation has been launched by Resources Health and Safety Queensland.
