Liechtenstein changes succession rule to allow women to ascend the throne
Liechtenstein has changed its royal succession rules to allow women to ascend the throne, according to the BBC.
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Ebola Outbreak Worsening in DRC: 2,000 Dead, 3,605 Confirmed Cases
The Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is worsening, having killed 2,000 people and surpassing all previous outbreaks in speed and scale, according to the World Health Organization.
Zimbabwe Boat Accident Death Toll Reaches 68
The death toll in a Zimbabwe boat accident has reached 68 after 22 more bodies were recovered, according to police.
Hawaii Braces for Potential First Direct Hit by Hurricane in 34 Years
Hawaii is preparing for its first potential direct hit from a hurricane in 34 years as Category One Storm Lala churns off its coast, according to the BBC.
Indonesia Earthquake: Rescuers Search for Survivors After 7.7 Magnitude Quake
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara province, killing at least 47 people and damaging hundreds of homes and public facilities, according to the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB).
Moroccan Police Arrest 111 Migrants Trying to Enter Ceuta
Moroccan police arrested 111 people as they attempted to enter Spain’s north African territory of Ceuta, according to a source in Morocco’s interior ministry. The arrests occurred amid heightened security on both sides after social media posts called for a mass crossing.
Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after jets downed
Qatar denied holding three Iranian pilots it said violated its airspace in March, according to the Qatari foreign ministry. Iran has claimed the airmen were captured alive after their jets were shot down.
Eleven killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, authorities say
Eleven people were killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, including journalist Amal Khalil, authorities said. The attacks have sparked calls for international accountability.
Ukraine Hits Russian Starlink-Style Network, Moscow Seeks Answers on Arms
Ukraine has launched long-range strikes against a Russian rocket center and airfield involved in a Starlink-style satellite internet network, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Moscow is also seeking clarification from Washington and Ankara about a potential U.S. arms package held by Turkiye.
Sudan’s Al-Burhan Pledges Immunity for Dialogue
Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has promised temporary immunity and legal protections for participants in a national dialogue aimed at resolving the country’s crisis, according to Al Jazeera.
South Korea proposes talks to officially end war with North
South Korea has proposed talks to officially end the Korean War with North Korea, according to BBC. The offer comes amid heightened tensions following North Korea's 11th suspected missile test this year.
Deadly Israeli Strike on Lebanon Home Kills 7, Including Children
An overnight Israeli strike on a family home in Ansar, southern Lebanon, killed at least seven people including children, according to Al Jazeera.
French Family Stranded 16 Hours After Jet Ski Capsized in Thailand
A French family was stranded at sea for over 16 hours after their rented jet ski capsized off Thailand, according to AFP.
Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake kills at least 38 in Indonesia
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least 38 people and damaging infrastructure, according to multiple sources.
Bangladesh Rock Australia as Historic Test Win in Sight
Spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz took the key wicket of Steve Smith to reduce Australia to 161-4 after the third day of the first Test in Darwin and move Bangladesh closer to a historic win, according to Al Jazeera.