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Data from Brazil shows a significant drop in the area burned in 2025, with the Amazon experiencing its lowest number of fires in 41 years. While experts caution against declaring a lasting trend, the figures mark a positive shift after the devastating fires of 2024.
An Indonesian court sentenced Lie Siu Luan to seven years in prison for leading a baby trafficking ring that sent at least 12 babies to Singapore. The case has raised questions about the future of the adopted children.
Tens of thousands of Indian students and young people, organized under the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, marched on Parliament in New Delhi on July 20, demanding education reforms and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Police used tear gas and batons, leaving dozens injured and prompting a backlash that has turned the movement into a major challenge for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
A gas explosion in an under-construction tunnel at a hydroelectric project in Sikkim, India, has killed at least 20 workers, with several others still trapped. Rescue operations are hampered by toxic gases and flooding, as officials investigate the cause.
ECOWAS heads of state have approved a gas pipeline linking Nigeria to Morocco, a project estimated at up to $27 billion that will cross 13 countries and transport 30 billion cubic meters of gas annually. Construction is expected to begin in 2028, with first deliveries targeted for 2031.
A former US Army soldier, Andrew Arrabaca, was arrested in New York after allegedly setting off fireworks, lighting a fire, and firing an airsoft rifle outside a federal building that houses FBI and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices. Three people were injured, and authorities described the suspect as making anti-government and anti-American statements.
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket successfully reached orbit on its maiden mission, making India the third country to achieve orbital launch capability through private enterprise. The company aims to offer a 'cab service to space' for small payloads, but analysts caution it must prove reliability and cost-effectiveness in a crowded market.
Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, co-founder of the Sinaloa cartel, was sentenced to life in prison by a US federal judge. He pleaded guilty to racketeering and drug trafficking charges, admitting to shipping millions of kilograms of cocaine over decades. The case has also drawn attention to his health and political tensions between Mexico and the US.
Andy Burnham has been appointed prime minister by King Charles III after Keir Starmer's resignation, promising a new political and economic model. He outlined plans to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, re-industrialise Britain, and decentralise power, while facing significant economic constraints.
Andy Burnham is poised to become Britain's next prime minister, taking over from Keir Starmer with a promise of stability and bold reform. The incoming leader faces an in-tray of challenges including a cost-of-living crisis and the impact of the US-Iran conflict on energy prices.
Thousands of protesters in New Delhi clashed with police while attempting to march on parliament, demanding education reforms and the resignation of the education minister. The protest, part of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party movement, drew support from millions on social media and saw injuries on both sides, with some reports of pellet gun wounds.
The first-ever FIFA World Cup half-time show in 2026 featured a lineup of global superstars, including Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira. Reactions were divided, with some praising the spectacle and others, like Wayne Rooney, critiquing it. The event also highlighted the inspiring story of Iraqi-born singer Emmanuel Kelly.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final featured the first-ever halftime show, with BTS, Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber performing. The show, the longest in World Cup history, boosted streaming numbers for the artists, with Bieber's 'Everything Hallelujah' up 110%.
Authorities in Indian-administered Kashmir have ordered all educational institutions to vet books, journals, and digital resources for 'objectionable' content. The move follows BJP protests over school library books and has sparked debate over academic freedom.
Russian missile strikes on Kyiv have resulted in casualties and injuries, with conflicting reports on the death toll. The attacks triggered fires across the city and affected residential areas, while a humanitarian response has been mobilised by local community leaders.
Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, a prominent Cuban dissident artist and leader of the San Isidro Movement, has arrived in the United States after serving a five-year prison sentence. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed his arrival and called for the release of other political prisoners. Otero Alcántara was greeted by supporters in Miami.
US federal authorities arrested Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami, with British prosecutors seeking their extradition on charges including rape and sex trafficking. The brothers, who deny wrongdoing, previously faced similar accusations in Romania.
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok agreed to step down after signing a constitutional amendment passed by Prime Minister Péter Magyar’s Tisza party. The amendment also removes the head of the Constitutional Court and imposes term limits, prompting criticism from Sulyok and former PM Viktor Orbán, who called it an act of tyranny.
Jens Spahn, a key ally of Chancellor Friedrich Merz and leader of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, has resigned after revealing he and his husband used a surrogate mother in the US, a practice banned in Germany and opposed by his party. His departure prompted a cabinet reshuffle and the appointment of a successor.
Spain and Argentina prepare to face off in the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, with President Trump attending. Argentina's President Milei will watch from home due to superstition, while a banner controversy prompts UK calls for FIFA investigation.