Lebanese pop star Fadel Shaker was granted bail on Wednesday after paying 500 million Lebanese pounds ($5,500). He was jailed for months while being retried on charges including belonging to an armed group and money laundering, stemming from his alleged involvement in 2013 Sidon clashes.
South Korea's unification ministry plans to revise the Inter-Korean Exchange and Cooperation Act to scrap the requirement for citizens to report contact with members of Chongryon, a pro-Pyongyang group in Japan, citing changed circumstances and unintended side effects.
Around 20 US warships and auxiliary vessels, including the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS George H.W. Bush strike groups and the USS Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), have been deployed to the Arabian Sea, carrying approximately 20,000 personnel, according to Fox News.
Polisen utökar sin verksamhet på Skavsta flygplats och flyttar till nya, större lokaler. En tidigare persiennfabrik och parkeringshus byggs om till kontor och garage för myndigheten. Arlandastad Group betonar hållbarhetsaspekten i ombyggnationen.
US authorities charged Lawrence Bishnoi, leader of an Indian crime syndicate, in connection with the 2023 assassination of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The charges are part of a large operation targeting three syndicates involved in various crimes.
US authorities have charged Indian gang leader Lawrence Bishnoi and Satinderjeet Singh in connection with the 2023 assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The charges are part of a larger operation targeting international crime syndicates.
Prince Harry and six other prominent figures lost a £50m lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher, Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), over claims of unlawful information gathering. The High Court dismissed all claims, stating claimants failed to prove unlawful sourcing.
BTS's "Arirang" tour in London showcased the K-pop group's immense global success, blending artistic performance with commercial elements. The spectacle, featuring pyro and fan engagement, highlighted the band's connection with their fervent "Army" fanbase, despite potential cynical interpretations of the operation.
K-pop girl group i-dle releases their ninth EP, 'We Made,' featuring the lead track 'Gimme Dat Love,' which deviates from typical bright summer songs by embracing a more intense, late-night allure. The EP explores themes of immediate, physical attraction and marks a natural evolution for the group in its ninth year.
Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group, which operate seven popular Hobart pubs including Republic Bar and Jack Greene, have entered voluntary administration due to rising supply costs and changing consumer behavior. Apex Advisory will manage the sale process, aiming to reopen the venues under new ownership and protect jobs.
Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group, which manage several popular Hobart pubs like Republic Bar and Jack Greene, have entered voluntary administration due to rising costs and changing consumer behavior. Apex Advisory will lead a sale process for the seven venues, which employ over 80 people, with the aim of reopening under new ownership.
A Tasmanian hospitality group, operating seven popular Hobart venues including Republic Bar and Cargo Bar, has entered voluntary administration due to rising costs and changing consumer behavior. The aim is to sell the venues to new owners and reopen them, protecting jobs and creditors.
Buildher, a Nairobi-based nonprofit, trains women for skilled construction jobs, aiming to increase their participation from 3% to 10% by 2030. Graduates see significant earnings increases and improved household decision-making.
Police are investigating a complaint regarding the finances of Yes Scotland, the group that campaigned for independence in 2014. Claims suggest over £1.5m in income is unaccounted for, with a complainant noting zero balances in later accounts.
The Vatican declared the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) in schism and excommunicated its bishops and priests for consecrating new bishops without papal consent. The Vatican warned faithful adhering to the SSPX also face excommunication and invalidated sacraments administered by SSPX priests.
Ant Group, an affiliate of Alibaba, has led a $73.58 million funding round in humanoid robotics startup Zeroth. This marks Ant's 12th investment in the sector since early 2025, signaling a significant push into robotics following regulatory hurdles with its IPO.
Brisbane will host the Davis Cup World Group I tie between Australia and Poland on September 19-20. This marks the first time since 2018 that Brisbane has hosted the event. Australia, currently ranked 8th, aims to win against 29th-ranked Poland to qualify for the 2027 qualifiers.
Brisbane will host the Davis Cup World Group I tie between Australia and Poland on September 19-20. This marks the first time since 2018 that Brisbane has hosted the event. Australia, currently ranked 8th, aims to win against 29th-ranked Poland to qualify for the 2027 qualifiers.
Brisbane will host Australia's Davis Cup World Group I tie against Poland on September 19-20. This marks the first time since 2018 that Brisbane will host the event. Australia aims to win to qualify for the 2027 qualifiers.
French retailer Decathlon and Chinese investment group BA Capital have acquired stakes in British folding bike maker Brompton for an estimated £18m. The investment aims to fund expansion, leverage market knowledge, and provide liquidity for long-term shareholders, as the cycling market recovers from a post-pandemic slump.
France beat Norway 4-1 to top Group I in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Coach Didier Deschamps was absent due to his mother's death, and FIFA denied requests for black armbands or a minute's silence in his mother's memory, allocating the tribute to Venezuela earthquake victims instead.
Senegal's national team secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Iraq in their final FIFA World Cup group stage match. Despite the win, Senegal finished third in Group I with three points, keeping alive hopes for the round of 16. Iraq finished last in the group without points.
Ousmane Dembele, who had not scored in 19 major tournament games, dominated France's draw against Norway. Senegal secured third place with a 5-0 win over Iraq, impacting Scotland's qualification chances. England's Reece James faces injury concerns.
França vence Noruega por 4 a 1 em Boston com time reserva. Dembélé marcou três gols. Noruega encara Costa do Marfim nas oitavas, enquanto França aguarda adversário.
