Palmer and Alexander-Arnold recalled after England World Cup snub
Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold have been recalled to the England squad following their omission from the World Cup, according to Al Jazeera.
Conflicts & Security
Olga Tokarczuk Demands Truth on Eritrean Writers’ Fate
More than 180 writers, including Nobel laureates Olga Tokarczuk and JM Coetzee, have signed a letter calling for proof of life for 12 Eritrean writers arrested in 2001, according to The Guardian.
Resident Evil Reboot Receives 69% Positive Steam Rating
The new Resident Evil reboot by Zach Cregger has drawn praise for its fresh take on the franchise, while a separate controversy over AI-generated reviews has sparked debate in the gaming industry.
Yemen’s Houthis Evolve from Smugglers to Global Threat
Yemen's Houthi movement has evolved from a local insurgent group to a disruptive global force, according to a new report from The Century Foundation.
I Slept in the Room Where Lizzie Borden’s Stepmother Was Murdered
In the summer of 2019, a team from '48 Hours' spent the night in the bedroom where Lizzie Borden's stepmother was murdered in 1892. Despite being the prime suspect, Lizzie was acquitted.
Jimmy Kimmel Makes Stephen Colbert Shave His Beard
In a lighthearted moment during his late-night return, Stephen Colbert shaved off his beard after a suggestion from Jimmy Kimmel.
Palestinians Turn to Radio for Checkpoint and Settler Attack Updates
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank rely on radio for real-time updates on Israeli military checkpoints and settler attacks, according to Al Jazeera.
Photos Show Widespread Damage to US Bases from Iranian Attacks
Photos showing widespread damage to multiple U.S. military sites in the Middle East from Iranian attacks have been obtained by the BBC's U.S. partner CBS, according to the BBC.
Nature Defenders Face Rising Threats as Self-Defence Units Form
One land defender was murdered every three days in 2025, according to Global Witness, prompting the formation of self-defence units in response to threats from organized crime.
Pentagon confirms $22.3B spent on Iran war munitions shortfalls
The Pentagon's inspector general confirmed in a congressionally mandated report that the war with Iran has led to U.S. munitions shortfalls and supply chain bottlenecks, as the Trump administration seeks to replenish weapons.
US Confirms Space Weapons as Arms Race Concerns Rise
The U.S. military has officially confirmed the deployment of a weapon in Earth orbit—marking the first such acknowledgment in 59 years. According to a statement by Air Force Secretary Troy Mainke, the United States now possesses an 'on-orbit space control weapon' capable of defending military forces against hostile actions.
US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons
For the first time, a Pentagon official confirmed the United States has deployed space-based weapons. Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink announced the move during a speech at AFA’s annual conference.
Florida ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Holds Immigrants in 18 sq ft Cages
Immigrants were kept in 18 sq ft metal cages for hours at a now-shuttered Florida detention center, according to a US Department of Homeland Security watchdog report.
Washington Spirit in Sports and Society: 78th Immigrant Success
Washington Spirit owner Michelle Kang ranks 78th on Forbes' list of 'America's Greatest Immigrant Success Stories.'
Babies Review – Anna Kendrick and Seth Rogen Tackle Childlessness in Comedy
Lauren Miller Rogen’s 'Babies' explores the pressures of childlessness through a breezy yet formulaic comedy starring Anna Kendrick and Seth Rogen, according to The Guardian.