Liberian President Joseph Boakai dismissed a dozen government officials and ordered investigations after two major cocaine seizures, totaling nearly four tonnes, prompted public outcry and demands for tougher action against drug trafficking.
Victoria Stellas from Anglesey suffered memory loss and seizures after a tick bite on a Greek holiday in 2019 led to tick-borne encephalitis and a six-week coma. She now takes 18 tablets daily and advocates for TBE vaccination awareness, sharing her story with students.
Irish police intercepted an "extremely significant" car bomb with suspected military-grade explosives near the Irish border in Co Monaghan, targeting dissident republicans. Two suspects, a woman in her twenties and a man in his forties, have been arrested.
Liberian authorities seized over $370m worth of cocaine in a raid near Monrovia, marking the country's largest drug bust. Several people, including two foreigners carrying Spanish, Colombian, and Serbian passports, were arrested following a long-running investigation into trafficking networks.
The Supreme Court will review a case where Alaska authorities seek to seize pilot Kenneth Jouppi's $95,000 airplane after a passenger brought beer onto a flight to a dry village. Jouppi argues this violates the Eighth Amendment's Excessive Fines Clause.
The U.S. Supreme Court will review an Alaska bush pilot's claim that state authorities illegally tried to seize his $95,000 plane after a passenger brought a six-pack of beer on a flight to a dry village, arguing it violates the Eighth Amendment's Excessive Fines Clause.
Extinction Rebellion activists vandalized a Microsoft data center construction site in Amsterdam with corrosive balloons, protesting AI's environmental impact and resource consumption. This action highlights increasing public backlash against data centers, which also face lawsuits and land disputes in the United States.
Israel is threatening to seize ancient Solomon's Pools near Bethlehem, escalating its campaign for West Bank land and historical narrative control. This move, pushed by hardline ministers, challenges the 1995 Oslo Accord and sparks Palestinian outrage.
Japanese DJ Yousuke Yukimatsu, diagnosed with a brain tumor a decade ago, has transformed his life to focus on DJing. Now in remission, he uses his platform to spread hope and advocate for peace through his eclectic musical sets, influencing a new generation of artists.
A man in Singapore was sentenced to eight years in jail for culpable homicide after strangling his chronically ill brother. The case highlights the immense pressure faced by carers in an aging population, with one therapist sharing her own struggles.
Mexico is investigating claims that the US lied about its involvement in the 2024 capture and transfer of Sinaloa cartel founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada García. Reports suggest FBI involvement, potentially violating Mexican sovereignty and international law.
The unexpected death of South Carolina Sheriff Douglas Pernell led to the discovery of sealed evidence bags with missing cash in his office. A state investigation uncovered nearly $49,000 missing from drug seizures, revealing an unusual evidence handling system under his administration and prompting a review of county procedures.
Liberian authorities have charged five suspects following the discovery of over 200kg of cocaine, valued at $19m, hidden in a shipment declared as Maggi seasoning cubes at Monrovia's international airport. The bust highlights West Africa's role as a drug trafficking hub.
Four years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand faces scrutiny as seizures of the plant occur in the UK, Germany, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. Lawmakers are still debating control legislation, leading to widespread recreational sales and illegal exports due to low domestic prices and oversupply.
Four years after decriminalizing cannabis, Thailand faces challenges as seizures of the plant occur in the UK, Germany, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. Lawmakers are still debating control legislation, leading to widespread recreational sales and illegal exports due to low domestic prices.
A Hong Kong paediatrician, Dr Sit Sou-chi, has been suspended for nine months for professional misconduct after failing to conduct necessary investigations on a newborn who suffered a seizure in 2009, resulting in permanent disability.
A Hong Kong paediatrician, Dr Sit Sou-chi, has been removed from the General Register for nine months for professional misconduct. The ruling concerns a 2009 incident where a newborn infant suffered a seizure and was left permanently disabled with cerebral palsy and quadriplegia.
UK police arrested over 300 people, including 57 migrants, in a five-day operation targeting illegal trade and organised immigration crime. Over £1m cash and £700,000 worth of illegal goods were seized.
Amnesty International reported that the Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during their seizure of El Fasher, including murder, torture, rape, and enslavement, targeting non-Arab civilians.
Lowri Denman, 42, from Cardiff, discovered a meter-long tapeworm, leading to a diagnosis of neurocysticercosis with 38 parasites in her brain. The infection, contracted during a trip to India, caused severe headaches, seizures, and psychosis. After years of treatment and recovery, Denman aims to raise awareness of the rare condition.
A joint investigation team is questioning Lee Hee-ja, head of the Korea Geun-u Association, as a witness regarding allegations of collusion between religion and politics. She is suspected of facilitating collective party joining by Shincheonji members into the People Power Party and introducing influential politicians to Shincheonji's chairman.
Hong Kong's narcotics bureau seized 120kg of cocaine from a yacht, bringing the total recent haul to 361kg with a street value of HK$270 million. A 45-year-old woman, the yacht's registered owner, was arrested in connection with the largest cocaine trafficking case recorded by police in the past year.
Crimea declared an "emergency situation" due to fuel shortages and power cuts from Ukrainian aerial attacks. Russia reported shooting down 660 Ukrainian drones. Ukraine plans domestic AI computing capacity with Kyivstar, and both nations swapped 160 captured soldiers.
Myanmar authorities destroyed over 50 tonnes of confiscated narcotics, valued at approximately $600 million, in nationwide ceremonies marking the UN's International Day Against Drug Abuse. The destruction, primarily in Yangon, Mandalay, and Shan state, highlights Myanmar's persistent role as a major drug producer, exacerbated by ongoing internal conflict.
