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.
The US State Department has designated the Ecuadorean gang Chone Killers as a foreign terrorist organization, imposing sanctions and classifying them as a "Specially Designated Global Terrorist." The move targets a group accused of attacks on civilians and officials, aligning with the Trump administration's broader campaign against organized crime in Latin America.
France dismantled Sweden 3-0, showcasing exceptional team spirit and unity. Kylian Mbappe's brace and Bradley Barcola's goal secured the win, with coach Didier Deschamps returning after his mother's funeral. Experts hail France as strong World Cup favorites.
Health Secretary James Murray calls Valerie Amos's report on maternity care a "watershed moment," pledging to dismantle "toxic dynamics" and improve care for pregnant women and babies in England. A new maternity commissioner will be appointed to drive urgent transformation.
A London drug network supplying £174,000 worth of cocaine and heroin, led by Hardeep Thind (aka Harry Singh) from prison, has been dismantled. Thind, along with Indian-origin men Bikramjit Brar, Purshotam Dhillon (a serving magistrate), and Leandrea Lynch, were jailed for their roles.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a three-year mission to dismantle India's drug trafficking network using a 'Detect, Disrupt and Destroy' strategy. The campaign includes destroying over Rs 6,000 crore worth of narcotics and strengthening anti-narcotics task forces.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar is rapidly implementing reforms to dismantle Viktor Orban's 'mafia system,' lifting EU blockades, initiating dialogue with Ukraine, and passing anti-corruption laws. Key measures include abolishing public interest asset management foundations (KEKVA), reforming public media, and establishing an office for national asset recovery, aiming to unlock frozen EU funds.
Disagreements persist between Israeli and Lebanese representatives in Washington over the initial phase of Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Israel seeks a step-by-step approach contingent on Lebanese army actions against Hezbollah, while Lebanon prioritizes immediate withdrawal.
Researchers have confirmed nine deep mantle earthquakes beneath Utah and Wyoming, originating tens of miles below the crust. These events, occurring in a region where seismic ruptures were thought to be difficult, challenge conventional earthquake theory and provide rare evidence of continental mantle earthquakes.
Ukraine targeted military logistics and oil infrastructure near the Crimean Bridge, hitting oil transport and a depot. President Zelensky warned of an impending massive Russian strike, urging vigilance. Separately, a political dispute between Poland and Ukraine escalated over historical grievances.
