Starmer’s exit exposes dirty secret: UK can’t afford Ukraine War
Sir Keir Starmer resigned as Labour Party leader and prime minister Monday, revealing the UK's financial strain from supporting Ukraine, according to Responsible Statecraft.
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French Woman Allegedly Held Captive by Husband for 12 Years Rescued in Pakistan
A French woman was allegedly held captive by her husband for over a decade in Pakistan, according to police reports and local media.
Power outages hit France as record heatwave set to peak
Tens of thousands of homes in western France are without power as the country's record-breaking heatwave peaks, according to BBC.
France confirms first Ebola case
France has confirmed its first case of Ebola—a doctor who had returned from a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to the French health ministry.
France drops to third in FIFA rankings ahead of 2026 World Cup
The France national football team has fallen to third in the latest FIFA rankings, behind Argentina and Spain. The drop comes after a 1-2 loss to Côte d'Ivoire.
North Korea Commissions 5,000-Tonne Warship as Kim Eyes Nuclear Navy
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has vowed to equip his navy with nuclear weapons and build larger warships, according to state media. The announcement was made during the commissioning of the 5,000-tonne warship Choe Hyon.
House of the Dragon Season 3, Episode 1: Record IMDB Score, Brutal Battle, and Major Deaths
House of the Dragon's Season 3 premiere, 'Salt and Sea, Fire and Blood,' has set a new record with a 9.4/10 IMDB score, marking it as one of the most anticipated and action-packed episodes in the series. The episode features the Battle of the Gullet, a large-scale naval and aerial conflict with significant character deaths.
Kenya’s Play Puts Spotlight on Gender-Based Violence Crisis
A Nairobi play depicting abuse in an abusive marriage has highlighted Kenya's rising rates of gender-based violence, according to The Guardian.
Bondi Beach Shooting Hero Pleads Not Guilty to Father Assault
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man hailed as a hero for tackling one of the shooters in the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15 people, has pleaded not guilty to allegedly assaulting his father. The case was heard in a Sydney court on Wednesday.
Ghana Holds Nervous England to 0-0 Draw in World Cup Clash
Ghanaians celebrated a 0-0 draw with England at the World Cup, marking a symbolic victory against their former colonial ruler, according to Al Jazeera.
Eight Sentenced to 450 Years in Prison for ICE Riot
Eight individuals linked to Antifa have been sentenced to a combined 450 years in prison for their roles in a riot outside an immigration detention center in Texas, according to the Department of Justice.
UN Says Will Evacuate Sailors in Strait of Hormuz Amid Diplomatic Shifts
The United Nations says it will evacuate sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts continue to ease tensions in the region.
Russia’s Warnings and War Fuel Shortages
Russian President Vladimir Putin accused NATO of preparing for war against Russia, according to NTV.
Messi Turns 39 as Argentina Marks His Birthday with Nationwide Tribute
Argentines are planning a nationwide tribute for Lionel Messi's 39th birthday on Wednesday, with a social media campaign encouraging citizens to sing 'Happy Birthday' at specific times. Meanwhile, Messi continues to shine on the field despite recent personal challenges.
Widow’s Bay: A Haunted Island with Real-Life Vibe
Filmed in Massachusetts, Apple TV's 'Widow’s Bay' blends horror and comedy with a fictional New England island town that feels all too real, according to cast and crew.