Norway King Admitted to Hospital, on Sick Leave
Norway's King Harald V has been admitted to hospital and is on sick leave for two weeks, the country's royal household announced on Monday.
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Trump Shifts on Korea: BBC Analyzes New Approach
As the second Trump administration turns its attention to South Korea's trade and security issues, the politically polarized nation faces a critical juncture, according to a BBC analysis.
Russia Warns UK Over Drone Supplies as Conflict Escalates
Russian officials warned the UK against supplying long-range drones to Ukraine, amid a surge in drone attacks that have targeted Moscow and other regions. According to the BBC, the UK has pledged to send tens of thousands of drones, including strike-capable models, as part of its largest-ever support package.
Mushroom Murderer Erin Patterson Appeals Life Sentence
Australia's notorious mushroom murderer, Erin Patterson, is appealing her conviction and life sentence for poisoning three relatives, according to BBC.
French PM Heckled Over Wildfire Response as Blazes Rage Across Europe
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faced public criticism during a visit to wildfire-affected areas in south-western France, according to the BBC.
Russia Anti-War Politician Jailed for 11 Years
Russia's prominent anti-war politician Lev Shlosberg has been sentenced to 11 years and one month in a penal colony for 'discrediting' the country's armed forces and 'spreading false information' about them, according to BBC.
Russia and Ukraine trade more deadly strikes
Eight people were killed in Russian border regions in the past 24 hours, while Ukraine reported two deaths from Russian drone strikes in the Sumy region. The attacks come amid a surge in cross-border strikes and growing targeting of medical infrastructure.
Slovak Police Execute Controlled WWII-Era Mine Detonation
Slovak police executed a controlled detonation of a World War II-era mine in the Danube River, according to a video released on Sunday.
Russian Dissidents Being Punished by Russia and Europe
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently signed a law limiting consular services for citizens abroad who oppose his government. At the same time, European countries are making it harder for anti-war Russians to stay in their host countries, according to Al Jazeera and RFE/RL.
Trump Threatens to Bomb US Ally Oman Over Iran Deal
President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman—a U.S. ally—if it 'gets in the way' of his administration's talks with Iran, according to a Fox News report.
Flash Flood Sweeps Vehicle in Hawaii After Hurricane Lala
A flash flood swept a vehicle away in Hawaii following Hurricane Lala, which caused mudslides and destroyed around 100 homes, according to the BBC.
Indian temple stampede kills seven people and injures dozens
A stampede at a Hindu temple in India’s eastern state of Bihar killed seven people and injured nineteen more as crowds gathered during the holy month of Shravan, according to Al Jazeera.
China Encroaching Upon Indian Territory in Arunachal Pradesh? New Claims Emerge
China has denied the Indian army access to key patrolling points and encroached on land in the Indian border state of Arunachal Pradesh, according to a fact-finding team of regional politicians allied with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.
Aid shortages and fears of starvation as Indonesia reels from deadly earthquake
Aid shortages and fears of starvation are growing in Indonesia as the country grapples with the aftermath of a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the island of Flores, killing at least 68 people and displacing 5,000 others.
Ukrainian Strikes Kill Six in Russia, Acting Governor Says
At least six people were killed in a Ukrainian missile strike on the Russian border town of Koloskovo, acting Belgorod Governor Alexander Shuvaev reported.