Civilians Flee Somali Troops as Mogadishu Clashes Escalate
Fierce clashes between Somali government troops and opposition-allied militias have forced civilians to flee in Mogadishu, according to The Guardian.
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Sub-Saharan Africa Seeks to Outperform North in World Cup 2026
Sub-Saharan African teams are aiming to outshine their northern counterparts at the 2026 World Cup, with nations like Senegal and Ghana seeking to break the dominance of North African teams, according to Al Jazeera.
Israeli forces fatally shoot Palestinian infant in West Bank
Israeli forces fatally shot a seven-month-old Palestinian boy and injured his parents in the occupied West Bank on Friday, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health.
Cockroach Janta Party Rallies in New Delhi for Youth Protests
Hundreds of young protesters wearing cockroach masks rallied in New Delhi on Saturday to voice frustration over India’s education system, according to Al Jazeera.
Palestinian Baby Killed by Israeli Fire in West Bank
A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed by Israeli gunfire in the West Bank, the Palestinian health ministry reported.
Ukrainian Drones Target St. Petersburg, Russia Calls Attack ‘Unprecedented’
Russian authorities reported an 'unprecedented attack' by Ukrainian drones targeting St. Petersburg, with over 140 drones shot down, according to BBC.
Ebola Spread in Central Africa Could Match 2014 Record, Warns CDC
A new U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analysis warns that the current Ebola outbreak in central Africa could result in up to 20,000 cases and 4,000 deaths in the next three months if containment efforts fail.
Anthony Head, Buffy’s Rupert Giles, Dies at 72
Anthony Head, known for his role as Rupert Giles in the TV series Buffy – Im Bann der Dämonen, has died at the age of 72 due to complications from pneumonia. His daughters confirmed the news in a statement to the BBC.
Norway Crown Princess on Lung Transplant List, Palace Confirms
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been placed on a waiting list for a lung transplant, the royal household announced. The princess, who has an incurable lung disease, has suspended her official duties, the palace said.
Putin says ‘no point’ meeting Zelensky over Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin said there is 'no point' meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at this time, according to Al Jazeera. He criticized Zelenskyy's recent letter as rude and insincere.
Norway’s Viking World Cup Photoshoot Captures Team Spirit
Norway's national football team unveiled a striking Viking-themed photo for the World Cup, capturing all 26 players in authentic gear. Photographer David Yarrow said the image emphasizes team unity.
Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker, Jon Wertheim to Stay at ’60 Minutes’
Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker, and Jon Wertheim announced Friday they plan to remain with '60 Minutes,' despite ongoing turmoil at the newsmagazine.
Ukraine Strikes Cargo Ships, Confirms Romania Drone Blast
Ukraine has confirmed it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories, according to BBC.
Ukraine Slows Russia’s Army Amid Ballistic Missiles Dilemma
Ukraine has increasingly slowed the movement of Russian military supplies and personnel, forcing the Russian army to a standstill in multiple regions, according to battlefield analysis. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticized Russia’s reliance on ballistic missiles, which it produces at a rate of 120 per month.
New Jersey Cold Case Solved After 35 Years
A man confessed to a 1989 murder in New Jersey in 2024 — 35 years after the crime. The suspect turned himself in at a police station in Georgia.