15 Elephant Deaths in Kenya Tied to Cyanide Poisoning
The recent deaths of 15 elephants in southern Kenya were likely caused by cyanide poisoning from nearby tomato farms, according to the Kenya Wildlife Service.
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U.S. Government Map of Africa Mislabels Every Country at Global Conference
The U.S. State Department issued an apology after a map displayed during a global conference in Brazil mislabeled every African country, sparking confusion and online criticism. The error occurred at the AIDS 2026 conference in Rio de Janeiro.
Father of Teen School Shooter Gets 15 Years in Prison
The father of a teenage school shooter has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for murder and other charges, according to the BBC.
At Least 5 Family Members Killed in Russian Missile Strike, Zelensky Says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described a Russian missile attack that killed at least five members of the same family as a 'horrific crime', according to the BBC.
Iran Considers Limited War with US as Strategic Option
Iran's missile strike on a US base in Jordan has raised questions about why a limited conflict may suit Iran better than peace, according to BBC.
New Fronts Emerge in the Iran War Amid Regional Tensions
Fresh theaters of conflict have emerged across the Middle East as tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate, with renewed strikes and military cooperation intensifying regional instability, according to multiple sources.
Veteran Ugandan Opposition Leader in ICU After Collapse
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye has been admitted to an intensive care unit in Kampala after collapsing during his treason trial, his wife has said.
8,000 Evacuated in Crete as European Wildfires Escalate
Around 8,000 people were evacuated overnight in Rethymno, Crete, as wildfires fueled by strong winds threatened homes and resorts. Greece faces a broader crisis as extreme temperatures and drought conditions spread across Europe.
Missile That Left Crater in Poland Likely Russian, Says PM
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said an object that crashed into a field in eastern Poland was probably a Russian missile, according to the BBC.
Jared Leto Denies Accusations of Criminal Sexual Conduct Against Teenagers
Actor and singer Jared Leto has denied allegations of criminal sexual conduct made by four women in a BBC documentary. The incidents, which occurred between 2002 and 2016, involve Leto when he was in his 30s and 40s.
Quarter Young Africans Believe USAID Cuts Could Be Positive
A quarter of young Africans believe aid cuts by the US could have a positive impact, according to a new survey. The African Youth Survey, which interviewed nearly 5,000 people across 16 countries, found that optimism was highest in Ghana and Nigeria.
Singapore Fines French Teen $465 for Licking Vending Machine Straw
A Singapore court has fined a French student $465 for licking a straw from a vending machine and putting it back into the dispenser, according to BBC.
Zendaya on Working with Tom Holland in Spider-Man: ‘When You’re Best Friends It’s Easy’
Zendaya and Tom Holland, Hollywood's power couple, shared insights on collaborating with each other in their latest film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, during the London premiere, according to BBC News.
Locals Fight France Wildfire: ‘It’s our home, it’s our forest’
Residents in France's Gironde region are taking matters into their own hands as wildfires threaten their homes, with one man refusing to leave despite police orders. BBC reports.
Saudi Arabia’s Dilemma as it Tries to Avoid US-Iran War
Saudi Arabia is facing a difficult dilemma as it tries to avoid being drawn into the escalating US-Iran war, according to BBC. The country has been attacked from three sides and has carried out joint strikes with the US on Iranian proxy militias in Iraq.