India's US LPG imports are projected to exceed 1 million tonnes in June, a record high, due to Middle Eastern supply disruptions. This shift increases costs but ensures cooking fuel availability for households.
Ukraine's UN envoy, Andrii Melnyk, warned that Kyiv may revise its ceasefire offer to Russia if the UN Security Council doesn't pass a resolution for an unconditional end to hostilities. Melnyk cited Ukraine's recent successful strikes on Russian oil refineries and military targets as growing confidence in their war effort.
Two young children were found dead in a car in southern France amid a severe heatwave. Authorities suspect the extreme temperatures are the cause. The deaths follow those of elderly individuals and swimming accident victims, as France and other European nations issue extreme heat warnings.
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has exceeded 1,000 confirmed cases and 254 deaths. The epidemic, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, is the worst on record, with contact tracing at 55% and patient zero unidentified. Pregnant women are avoiding hospitals, leading to a potential secondary crisis of rising maternal deaths.
The latest Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases and 254 deaths since May 15. The rare Bundibugyo strain lacks approved treatments, and contact-tracing coverage is only 55%, hindering containment efforts.
The U.S. military conducted a strike on a boat in the eastern Pacific, killing two and leaving six survivors. This is part of an ongoing campaign against alleged traffickers, with over 60 strikes and 210 deaths since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness, especially as fentanyl is often trafficked over land.
Polish PM Donald Tusk cautioned against a political conflict with Ukraine, calling it a strategic mistake. This follows Poland revoking Zelenskyy's top honor after he supported renaming a unit after nationalists who massacred Poles in WWII. Meanwhile, Ukraine's attacks on Russian fuel supplies in Crimea have led to civilian gas sales suspension.
Taiwan's government faces opposition from politicians and farmers over agricultural trade policies, accused of prioritizing ideology over livelihoods and applying double standards regarding export markets.
Video game terms like 'killstreak' and 'NPC' are increasingly used in political discourse and propaganda, reflecting gaming's mainstream cultural impact. This shift is evident in White House content and political commentary, highlighting a new era of 'slopaganda'.
Russian attacks across eastern Ukraine on Sunday resulted in three deaths and 22 injuries. Dnipropetrovsk region reported one fatality and nine wounded, while Poltava region saw two deaths and 13 injured, including children. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy also claimed his forces struck an oil facility in Russia's Tyumen region using upgraded drones.
Ukraine has successfully attacked an oil refinery in Russia's Tyumen region, over 2,000km from its border, using newly developed long-range drones. President Zelenskyy confirmed the operation, highlighting the drones' capability to travel over 3,000km. Meanwhile, Russia struck Zaporizhzhia, killing five people.
Six years after the Eastern Freeway crash killed four Victoria Police officers, the investigation's impact continues to affect the force. The tragedy, caused by a speeding Porsche and a drug-impaired truck driver, led to complex prosecutions and profound grief.
Four Victoria Police officers died in a traffic stop on Melbourne's Eastern Freeway in 2020 when a truck crashed into their vehicles. The incident led to complex investigations and prosecutions of the Porsche driver, Richard Pusey, and the truck driver, Mohinder Singh, as well as the trucking company Connect Logistics and its executives.
Mourners in eastern Congo buried a six-month-old girl, the third child from an orphanage to die from Ebola this week. The Ituri region, the outbreak's epicenter, accounts for over 90% of cases, with efforts hampered by community clashes and a militarized response. The Bundibugyo strain has no approved treatment or vaccine.
Fears of undetected Ebola circulation grow in eastern DRC as Kigonze camp residents refuse testing. Over 15,000 displaced people in Bunia, the outbreak's epicenter, have seen 10 deaths this week alone, with symptoms matching Ebola.
Jiang Mingdian, a 77-year-old from Quanzhou, China, has written over 100,000 letters for families to relatives overseas in a career spanning 59 years. This tradition stems from Fujian's history of emigration, where letter writers bridged the communication gap for illiterate relatives.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy gave Belarus one week to remove Russian military equipment used in attacks on Ukraine, threatening to do so himself. He also highlighted Belarus's role in supplying Russia's oil refining industry and the Russian army. Meanwhile, EU leaders discussed diplomatic channels with Russia, and Poland's president threatened to revoke an honor for Zelenskyy over renaming a military unit.
The US military conducted a "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat in the Eastern Pacific on Thursday, alleging it was smuggling drugs. Three individuals were killed in the attack, which the US Southern Command stated targeted a vessel operated by "Designated Terrorist Organisations" involved in narco-trafficking. Critics question the legality and evidence connecting those killed to drug cartels.
The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people, in its ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This incident brings the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, especially concerning fentanyl trafficking.
The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three individuals accused of drug smuggling. This incident is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration against alleged "narcoterrorists," bringing the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, particularly as fentanyl is often trafficked overland.
The US military killed three individuals after striking a boat suspected of drug smuggling in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This operation, part of President Trump's campaign against alleged traffickers, has faced scrutiny over legality and effectiveness.
Remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur brought heavy rains and strong winds to the southeastern US, causing widespread flooding, building damage, and water rescues. A separate storm system impacted the Midwest with tornadoes and power outages.
Vietnamese trawlers are reportedly entering Malaysian waters at night to fish illegally, raising concerns about Malaysia's ability to govern its seas and threatening its blue economy initiatives. Local fishermen and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency highlight the issue, which impacts marine resources and local communities.
The U.S. military struck a boat accused of drug smuggling in the eastern Pacific, killing three people. This incident is part of a broader campaign against alleged traffickers, bringing the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these operations.
