A ferry sank off Guyana's coast, killing two and leaving others missing. A criminal investigation is underway after officials found the passenger manifest inaccurate and the captain and a crew member allegedly tested positive for marijuana.
A US congressional advisory panel, the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission, is making its first trip to China in seven years to investigate the national security implications of the two countries' economic and trade relationship. Chairman Randall Schriver stated the trip aims to understand, not reset, the relationship.
The US Department of Justice announced federal employees can now install TikTok on government devices, reversing a 2022 ban. This decision follows the creation of TikTok USDS Joint Venture, majority-owned by American investors, which revised the app's algorithm and cybersecurity to address national security concerns.
Nigerian soldiers eliminated over 300 members of kidnapping and cattle bandit gangs in Zamfara state this week. The two-day operation in Gummi district targeted criminal and jihadist groups terrorizing communities by raiding land, stealing cattle, and kidnapping for ransom.
Eight men have been indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for allegedly planning a drone and sniper attack on a UFC event at the White House. The plot, which aimed to destabilize the government, involved amassing weapons, explosives, and drones.
OpenAI launched ChatGPT 5.6 after delaying release due to US government cybersecurity concerns. The Trump administration requested limited access, which OpenAI initially granted to trusted partners and US entities before a wider rollout following government testing.
China's anger has strained relations with Japan over the past seven months, leaving Tokyo feeling betrayed. The US has struggled to mediate, adding to regional tensions. Analysts suggest this is influenced by both strategic calculations and President Trump's personality.
Pakistan warns India against using the Indus Waters Treaty to 'weaponise water,' citing potential serious consequences for regional peace and security. The treaty, brokered by the World Bank in 1960, governs water sharing between the two nations and is under strain after India suspended participation following a deadly attack in Kashmir.
A former US official claims democracy is broken, citing research that governments favor the wealthy. The tech lobby in the UK is accused of thwarting accountability and embedding services into the state, leading to policy shifts and loss of national control over critical infrastructure and data.
Senior UK government officials are planning to propose 'war bonds' to fund increased defence spending to incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham. The idea, previously blocked by the Treasury, aims to raise funds beyond the £13.5bn Defence Investment Plan, with military leaders pushing for greater investment to counter Russia.
Ramiro Valdes, a key figure in the Cuban Revolution and a top government official for decades, has died at 94. President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced his death on Sunday, calling him a "hero of the Cuban revolution" and a "father figure."
Ramiro Valdes, a key figure in the Cuban Revolution and a top government official for decades, has died at 94. President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced his death on Sunday, calling him a "hero of the Republic" and "Commander of the Revolution."
The Taliban have ordered a ban on smartphone use for government officials, citing concerns over productivity and leaks. The directive, issued by military courts, mandates phone destruction and legal punishment for violators. Analysts suggest this could foreshadow broader restrictions on the general population.
Le ministre Sébastien Lecornu a ordonné des "dépistages inopinés et obligatoires" de stupéfiants pour les membres des cabinets ministériels et hauts fonctionnaires, afin de lutter contre le narcotrafic et les vulnérabilités qu'il engendre.
Le Premier ministre français a ordonné des dépistages de stupéfiants inopinés et obligatoires pour les membres des cabinets ministériels et certains fonctionnaires, afin de lutter contre le trafic de drogue et d'exiger exemplarité.
Le Premier ministre français exige des dépistages de drogues inopinés et obligatoires pour les membres des cabinets ministériels et les titulaires d'emplois à décision gouvernementale. Ces tests, y compris pour une consommation privée ponctuelle, visent à prévenir les vulnérabilités exploitables par des groupes criminels ou d'ingérence. Les résultats positifs ou le refus entraîneront des sanctions disciplinaires.
Le Premier ministre français a ordonné des dépistages de stupéfiants inopinés et obligatoires pour les membres des cabinets ministériels et certains fonctionnaires, afin de renforcer la lutte contre le trafic de drogue.
Federal authorities arrested five men accused of plotting a mass casualty attack at the "UFC Freedom 250" event at the White House. The alleged plan involved using explosive-laden drones and snipers to target attendees and government officials, aiming to "jumpstart" a revolution.
A Pakistan Air Force training aircraft crashed during a routine mission near Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Monday, killing Flight Lieutenant Muhammad Qasim Abdullah and Lieutenant Taha Abbasi. This incident follows a recent Pakistan Army Aviation helicopter crash and highlights a pattern of military aircraft accidents in Pakistan.
Three high-ranking officials in Hunan's emergency management system are under investigation for serious violations following a deadly fireworks factory explosion in Liuyang that killed 37, injured 51, and left 1 missing.
A new bipartisan bill, the JAWBONE Act, would allow Americans to sue government officials for illegally coercing social media, AI, or broadcasting companies to remove posts, regardless of platform action. It also mandates transparency in government communications with these companies.
Canada's government has introduced legislation to ban social media for children under 16 unless platforms prove they are safe. A digital safety commission will be created to oversee the new rules.
Around 10,000 protesters in South Korea demand a re-run of local elections due to a ballot shortage that prevented some voters from casting ballots, leading to the resignation of the National Election Commission head.
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) announced a ban on central and local government officials from attending the 18th Straits Forum in Xiamen, calling it a CCP united front platform. While the KMT will attend, officials like Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling will be denied permission to travel to China.
