Bikers pounding through hostile Balochistan face scorching temperatures, dangerous smuggled fuel and conflict, as international tensions reshape Pakistan’s energy trade.

Japan's Fair Trade Commission cracked down on major ice‑cream brands, accusing them of inflating prices amid record‑high summer heat.

Shock radio host Kyle Sandilands agrees to a $12.1 million settlement after his joint contract was terminated by ARN Media, ending Australia’s hit breakfast show.

A sharp 58% drop in foreign visitors and the shutdown of airlines and hotels signal a severe crisis for Cuba’s tourism-dependent economy.

A US Air Force B‑52 crashes after take‑off from Edwards Air Force Base, killing eight crew members—including two Boeing employees.

A sharp 58% drop in foreign visitors and the shutdown of airlines and hotels signal a severe crisis for Cuba’s tourism-dependent economy.

US tightening of sanctions has cut foreign visitors to a 58.4% decline, causing airline and hotel shutdowns on the Caribbean island.

Yemeni free‑climber Al‑Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, lost his life when he fell into the Hardah Dam crater. Rescue teams recovered his body after a dangerous operation.

A free local tourist train tipped over in Cártama, Spain during the annual Ruta de la Tapa y el Cóctel festival, injuring 17 people but no serious wounds.

FIFA cites scanned ticket data to confirm a 44,985‑attendance figure, while fans spotted on concourses raise questions about stadium occupancy.

Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks draw 0-0 with football giant Spain at the World Cup opening, igniting jubilant celebrations across Praia and beyond.

After a crushing 5-1 defeat to Sweden, Tunisia’s football federation announced the immediate termination of head coach Sabri Lamouchi’s contract, the first dismissal after a single world‑cup game.

Three men are arrested after a Brazilian woman's rope‑jump failed, leading to a 40‑metre fall and death. The incident raises questions about safety and roadside abandonment.

Praia erupts as the Blue Sharks keep the world champions scoreless, giving the island nation its first World Cup win in spirit.

Fifa investigated a VAR official’s gesture during a match, found no misconduct, and said it was a subconscious twitch.

Former contestants expose shocking revelations – partners’ criminal records, drug use, and violence ignored by the show’s producers.

Australia’s media regulator deems allegations that contestants were not warned of partners’ drug and violence histories as serious and disturbing, following a BBC investigation.

Legendary South African jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim passes away after short illness, leaving a legacy of musical fusion and political activism.

Acclaimed American musician Oliver Tree, 32, died in a fatal helicopter collision in Brazil during his world tour.

Yemeni free‑climber Al‑Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, lost his life when he fell into the Hardah Dam crater. Rescue teams recovered his body after a dangerous operation.

Indian textbook controversy: The iconic ‘Dancing Girl’ sculpture’s torso restored after a cover sparked backlash.

A sudden memorandum of understanding clears the Strait of Hormuz, halting a war that began on 28 February 2026 and showing the boundaries of U.S. power.

An edited image of a 2600‑year‑old bronze sculpture in an NCERT textbook was censored, sparked outrage, and the original was reinstated.

The recent US‑Iran ceasefire deal threatens Netanyahu’s security‑first image, forcing him into a political dilemma with Washington and Tehran.

Interest‑free family loans temporarily raised Hungary’s birth rate, but mixed results show that money alone cannot fix deep‑seated demographic challenges.

The government of Equatorial Guinea resigns after failing to meet key objectives, prompting the president to call for new leadership amid concerns over corruption and oil‑driven growth.

Bolivia and the United States have signed a $20 million collaboration to train and equip Bolivian forces against drug trafficking, signalling a new era of cooperation.

Mette‑Marit has had a donor lung in Oslo, a milestone amid family and health turbulence.

Five men arrested after FBI uncovers plan to use snipers and drones against a presidential turning point.

After gunmen stormed the Wanamahika Hospital in Butembo, authorities hunt for a six‑year‑old Ebola patient and her mother, amid growing mistrust and ongoing outbreaks.

After gunmen stormed the Wanamahika Hospital in Butembo, authorities hunt for a six‑year‑old Ebola patient and her mother, amid growing mistrust and ongoing outbreaks.

A sharp 58% drop in foreign visitors and the shutdown of airlines and hotels signal a severe crisis for Cuba’s tourism-dependent economy.

A US Air Force B‑52 crashes after take‑off from Edwards Air Force Base, killing eight crew members—including two Boeing employees.

US tightening of sanctions has cut foreign visitors to a 58.4% decline, causing airline and hotel shutdowns on the Caribbean island.

Interest‑free family loans temporarily raised Hungary’s birth rate, but mixed results show that money alone cannot fix deep‑seated demographic challenges.

A US Air Force B‑52 crashes after take‑off from Edwards Air Force Base, killing eight crew members—including two Boeing employees.

Interim president signs U.S. agreement to restore electricity amid chronic outages, opening door to foreign investment.

Three factors—security threats, sea mines and new tolls—keep vessels wary of transiting the Gulf’s vital waterway.

India temporarily blocks Telegram to curb cheating in the NEET‑UG exam, a move that drew backlash from students and digital‑rights groups.

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress exploded shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base, killing all eight aboard and sending a massive plume of black smoke across the Mojave Desert.