Russian strikes leave 600,000 without power in Ukraine, Zelensky says ↗
Front page leadUkraine's president states that "critical" infrastructure was hit overnight by Russian strikes, with emergency services reporting at least three deaths.
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Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says ↗
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo had a "peaceful night" in the hospital following surgery to remove a lower lobe of his right lung.
Witnesses describe 'traumatic' moment man fell out of Six Flags rollercoaster ↗
One person died and others were injured after an incident at a US amusement park, with witnesses describing the event as 'traumatic'.
Who's to blame for the toxic haze choking South East Asia? ↗
Anger is growing towards companies accused of burning land in Indonesia and the authorities for failing to stop the practice, which is causing a toxic haze.
Turkey police raid opposition TV station, halting live broadcasts ↗
Halk TV reported that its staff are unable to enter the building in Istanbul after a raid, and a new manager has been appointed.
Saudi Arabia overturns death sentence for man over Facebook comment, Sri Lanka… ↗
Sri Lanka stated that Anojan Sivarasa's death sentence, imposed for a Facebook comment, has been overturned, following diplomatic efforts for clemency.
Saudi man charged with planting 'sophisticated' recording device in OpenAI… ↗
Prosecutors allege that a device, wrapped in toilet paper, was found inserted into a USB port on the back of a TV in an executive conference room at OpenAI.
Germany puts Ukrainian on trial accused of blowing up Nord Stream pipelines ↗
Four years after the attacks, a Ukrainian national named Serhii K is on trial in Germany, accused of a plot to destroy Russia's gas pipelines.
Ex-gang boss sentenced to 40 years for orchestrating Tupac Shakur's murder ↗
A former gang boss has received a 40-year sentence for his role in orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur.
Trump ousts Kimberly Guilfoyle as US ambassador to Greece after corruption… ↗
Kimberly Guilfoyle has reportedly been removed from her role as US ambassador to Greece following corruption allegations.
Why the lonely in China are hiring 'temporary children' ↗
As loneliness increases in China, a new industry is emerging where people hire 'temporary children' for companionship and support.
Family of UK tiger attack victim pays tribute to 'bright, warm and engaging man' ↗
The family of a man who died in a tiger attack in the UK have paid tribute to him, describing him as 'bright, warm and engaging'.
Robot seized by German police after it was allegedly used to grope teenage girl ↗
German police have seized a robot that was allegedly used to grope a teenage girl.
Pictured: Winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 ↗
Striking images, including an urban coyote and an elephant carrying a dead calf, have been selected as this year's winners for Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
Lena Dunham's Girls to return for limited HBO run ↗
Ten years after its finale, the cast of the HBO series "Girls" will reunite for a limited run to explore turning forty.
Pakistan has locked down Imran Khan's stronghold - but it could backfire ↗
There are fears that the government's standoff with former Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters in his stronghold could lead to more instability.
What we know about the man who died falling from a Six Flags rollercoaster ↗
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem died after police stated he was ejected from a ride at a Six Flags amusement park in Georgia.
One stolen every four minutes - inside the UK police battle against vehicle… ↗
UK police officers report being overstretched and struggling to combat sophisticated criminals involved in vehicle theft, with one vehicle being stolen every four minutes.
Watch: Hong Kong crowds queue to see Van Gogh painting unveiled for first time… ↗
Large crowds in Hong Kong are queuing to see the painting 'Châtaigniers en fleurs', also known as Chestnut Trees in Blossom, which is being unveiled for the first time in 60 years.
MI5 chief warns of threats to UK from Russia, Iran and AI ↗
MI5 chief Sir Ken McCallum has warned that threats to the UK from Russia, Iran, and Artificial Intelligence are now of an 'equal scale'.
India's 'cockroach' leaders jailed after holding protest ↗
Leaders described as 'cockroaches' in India have been jailed following a protest.
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