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A tornado tore through the village of Pomas in France's Aude region on Monday, injuring 41 people and damaging hundreds of homes. Authorities deployed over 120 emergency workers, while storms across the south disrupted transport and left thousands without power.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons, without providing details. The statement, made during a phone interview, has intensified political discourse ahead of elections, with reports suggesting the alleged plot was known for months under a gag order.
A powerful gang coalition attacked the hillside farming community of Kenscoff near Port-au-Prince, killing dozens of residents in an overnight raid. Mayor Jean Massillon blamed the Viv Ansanm coalition, while casualty estimates vary from at least 30 to around 47, amid deep community anger over security failures and a government pledge not to abandon the area.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled an 'economic D-Day' campaign targeting Iran, vowing to sever its financial lifelines and threatening consequences for countries that continue dealings with Tehran. The announcement comes as the war sparked by US and Israeli bombings nearly six months ago has reached a stalemate, with oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz severely disrupted.
At Nairobi’s Otamatsuri anime and manga convention, Kenyan cosplayers like Julius Mokaya and Yvonne Chockey craft elaborate costumes from recycled materials, showcasing creativity and passion despite financial constraints. Organiser Jotham Micah reports over 4,000 attendees, highlighting the growing cultural reach of anime in Africa.
US Southern Command said Sunday's strike on a vessel in the Eastern Pacific killed two people, citing confirmed intelligence of narco-trafficking. The operation is part of the broader 'Southern Spear' campaign, which has killed over 200 people, according to an AFP tally. Legal experts and rights groups warn the strikes could amount to extrajudicial killings, and the administration has not provided definitive evidence of trafficking.
Hyundai Motor's union has resumed wage talks with management after staging its first full-day strike in ten years, with around 40,000 workers walking off the job. The negotiations, which resumed Monday, come amid union demands for higher pay and benefits, set against concerns over job security as AI transforms the industry.
New Zealand's government has introduced a bill to ban under-16s from social media, with fines of up to 10% of global revenue for non-compliant platforms. The bill faces opposition from coalition partners and is unlikely to pass before the November election.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham joined other European leaders in Kyiv for Ukraine's 35th Independence Day, announcing plans to support local production of long-range missiles. The visit also marked Burnham's first foreign trip since taking office, with pledges to deepen ties with the EU and continue military support.
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is set to debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 1, aiming to raise up to HK$13.86 billion in a listing that values the company at close to $27 billion—a significant drop from its private market peak. The IPO follows Beijing's approval and comes amid regulatory scrutiny, tariff pressures, and competition, with proceeds earmarked for technology and international expansion.
Iran has discovered over 200 billion cubic metres of natural gas in Fars province, announced Sunday by Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad. The find, described as sweet gas with low hydrogen sulphide, comes amid damage to the energy sector from joint US-Israeli strikes. Production from the new field is likely several years away, according to Bloomberg.
Syria confirmed US-mediated talks with Israel in Jordan on Sunday, marking the first high-level contact in months. The meeting aimed to ease tensions after Israeli strikes and address mechanisms to prevent further conflict. Sources said Foreign Minister Assad al-Shaibani met with Mossad chief Roman Gofman, though the meeting was not officially confirmed.
The owner of a Swiss bar destroyed in a deadly New Year fire is in pre-trial detention following allegations of domestic violence. Jacques Moretti, co-owner of Le Constellation, faces charges over the blaze that killed 41, now with a separate investigation into a reported incident in August. His lawyers call the events a private matter.
A landfill collapse in Conakry, Guinea, has killed at least 30 people, according to the government, with heavy rains triggering the disaster at the Dar Es Salam dump. Rescuers are searching for survivors, and officials had planned to close the site the same day.
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume warned that the company is in a 'more than critical' state, citing global headwinds, Chinese competition, and overproduction. The carmaker is considering significant job cuts and may repurpose plants, while the IG Metall union has vowed resistance. Blume is set to defend saving plans in upcoming staff meetings.
Lando Norris won a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix, his second straight victory, after Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. Kimi Antonelli finished second and extended his championship lead, while the race marked Zandvoort's farewell to the F1 calendar.
Lebanese authorities arrested Georges Dib, a TikTok influencer known as 'Doctor Food', on Sunday over drug trafficking charges. Dib, who had been sentenced to life in absentia, was detained at his home in Akkar and faces a new trial.
Anthropic, maker of the Claude AI models, is preparing a blockbuster IPO that could raise more than $100 billion and value the company at $2 trillion, potentially surpassing SpaceX’s record. The company has filed confidentially with the SEC, with a prospectus expected soon and shares possibly listing in autumn 2026.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged on Sunday that Iran is facing 'many problems' as the US prepares to announce new sanctions. Pezeshkian blamed US President Donald Trump for imposing 'crushing and terrifying sanctions' amid a 'full-scale economic, military and security war'. The US has vowed to bring about the 'collapse' of the Iranian regime.
Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir is set to visit Tehran on Monday to continue mediation efforts between the US and Iran, as announced by Iran's foreign ministry. The visit comes amid stalled peace negotiations and looming US sanctions, with Pakistani sources confirming the trip.