Donald Trump publicly rebuked Israel's military tactics in Lebanon, calling the bombing of apartment buildings "unnecessary" and suggesting it could jeopardize his Iran peace deal. He urged Israeli PM Netanyahu to be "more responsible" with Lebanon.
The US is reportedly running a covert offshore oil-transfer network near the Strait of Hormuz, using tactics similar to Iran's 'dark fleet' to maintain crude flow amidst regional tensions. The operation, involving vessel transfers off Oman and UAE coasts, has moved an estimated 90 million barrels since May, with US military coordinating surveillance.
Iran's chief negotiator criticized the US and Israel's diplomatic strategy after an Israeli strike in Beirut killed three people. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated the "good cop, bad cop" approach is outdated and that continued Israeli attacks undermine any potential US-Iran agreement.
Boris Titov, chairman of the Russia-China Committee of Friendship, Peace and Development, stated that payment issues between Russia and China have been tactically resolved. He noted that businesses have found solutions through existing clearing platforms, such as PSB, and no current problems exist for making payments.
Vancouver police face accusations of aggressive tactics and "red-zoning" in the Downtown Eastside, a neighbourhood with high rates of homelessness and drug use, ahead of the World Cup. Community groups argue these actions are to present a "clean environment" for FIFA, potentially endangering vulnerable residents.
Rebel TMC MPs plan to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to seek recognition as the "real TMC" parliamentary group, with dissident MP Jagadish Chandra Basunia claiming 19 MPs have signed a representation. This move has drawn strong reactions from the Mamata Banerjee faction, with Abhishek Banerjee accusing the BJP of trying to create rifts. Meanwhile, rebel MLAs in the Bengal assembly also claim to have gained support.
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Shen Yu-chung strongly refuted China's claims of establishing a "near-sea governance model" in the East China Sea, calling it "self-deception" and a "troublemaker" challenging international law and regional stability.
The FBI and DOJ seized 13 websites posing as consulting firms that offered fake jobs to Americans, including security clearance holders, to obtain sensitive government information. The operation, linked to China's intelligence services, used fake identities and AI-generated photos.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth confirmed strikes on Iranian facilities, framing them as leverage for ceasefire negotiations. The attacks follow the downing of a US helicopter and escalate tensions despite a recent truce.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed "key facilities" in Iran were targeted in strikes, framing them as leverage for ongoing ceasefire negotiations. The attacks follow the downing of a US helicopter and Iran's response with strikes on US bases.
Liverpool appoints Andoni Iraola, a 43-year-old Spanish coach, as its new head coach after Arne Slot's departure, aiming to return to an aggressive, high-pressing style reminiscent of Jurgen Klopp's era.
Podcaster Joe Rogan expressed concern on a recent episode that President Trump's use of military-style immigration tactics, including masked federal agents, represents a "slippery slope" that could lead to broader oppression and threaten free society.
The Trump administration is moving from campus-specific investigations to rewriting federal rules governing higher education, targeting DEI policies, transgender athletes, and perceived anti-white discrimination. This shift follows judicial blocks on funding cuts and aims to influence 6,000 institutions.
China is using fake job recruitment schemes on platforms like LinkedIn to trick government and military personnel into revealing sensitive information, according to a Five Eyes intelligence alliance warning. Targets are asked for non-public details, with initial payments escalating for more classified data.
The Five Eyes intelligence alliance warned that China is using fake job recruitment schemes on platforms like LinkedIn to trick government and military personnel into revealing sensitive information. Operatives pose as recruiters, offering jobs to gather privileged military, political, and economic data, with targets including security clearance holders and academics. China has rejected the allegations as 'malicious slander'.
Ukraine's armed forces report destroying over 3,500 Russian drones in May, but warn Moscow is rapidly improving its drone capabilities, increasing numbers, quality, and planning to use 50% jet-powered strike drones.
South Korea's football coach Hong Myung-bo stated that set-piece tactics were not revealed in recent World Cup warm-up matches, aiming to perfect them in Mexico. The team secured two wins, including a 1-0 victory against El Salvador.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a record-shattering performance in IPL 2026, scoring 97 off 29 balls in an Eliminator and 96 in Qualifier 2. He finished as the top scorer with 776 runs and a record 72 sixes, earning MVP.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a sensational performance in IPL 2026, scoring 97 off 29 balls in an Eliminator and 96 in Qualifier 2. He finished as the top scorer with 776 runs and set a new record with 72 sixes.
The 2026 Japanese Defense White Paper highlights China's growing military strength as the "greatest strategic challenge," emphasizing the need for a comprehensive response through national power and international cooperation. It also introduces a new section on "new warfare tactics" due to the widespread use of drones and AI in recent conflicts.
Peter Murrell, former SNP chief executive, embezzled over £400,000 using the party's accounting system. He faces a hefty prison sentence and legal action to recover the funds, with HMP Dumfries or Castle Huntly potential locations for his incarceration.
Newly published Mandelson files offer insights into how Peter Mandelson wields power and uses communication as a tool. The documents reveal his strategic use of flattery, fury, and advice to navigate political hierarchies, primarily with powerful men, while offering lessons for future political operators.
Google is rolling out a new fake call detection feature for Android devices to combat AI deepfake impersonation scams. The feature, built on RCS, verifies calls by checking for a digital handshake between devices using Phone by Google.
Russian military expert Yuri Knutov stated that Russia is changing its tactics for massive strikes against Ukraine, possibly due to Ukraine developing methods to counter Russian high-precision missiles and drones. He noted the use of advanced "Geran" kamikaze drones and "Kinzhal" hypersonic missiles in a recent attack.
