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Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy, chair of the Civil Commission on Oct. 7 crimes, presented the 'Silenced No More' report to the UN Human Rights Council, documenting 13 patterns of sexual violence by Hamas. The report introduces the term 'kinocidal sexual violence' and calls for international recognition of these crimes.
Texas education officials have approved mandated reading lists for public schools that include Bible passages, sparking debate over religious freedom and curriculum diversity. The lists, set to take effect in 2030, cover over 5 million students and include Jewish and Holocaust-related texts alongside Christian scripture.
Rescue teams and volunteers continue searching for survivors in Venezuela after twin earthquakes struck La Guaira, with death toll estimates ranging from 920 to over 3,300. International aid has arrived, while officials have militarized and restricted access to the hardest-hit region.
Grand Theft Auto VI went on pre-sale on June 25, 2026, with Rockstar confirming that the physical edition will contain a digital download code rather than a disc. The decision drew relief over pricing but disappointment from collectors and led some independent retailers to refuse to stock the game, as reported by Africa News and the BBC.
Billionaire Leon Black told a congressional committee he paid Jeffrey Epstein US$158 million for legitimate purposes, a claim that remains contested, and denied any wrongdoing. He walked out of the closed-door hearing after refusing to answer questions about non-disclosure agreements, prompting the committee to issue subpoenas for those documents.
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of a 'foolish violation' of the ceasefire after a drone struck a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The UN's shipping agency paused plans to evacuate stranded sailors, and oil prices fell sharply.
John Bolton, former national security adviser to Donald Trump, pleaded guilty to illegally retaining classified information. He faces up to five years in prison, a $2.25 million fine, and other penalties under a plea deal. Sentencing is scheduled for October 28.
As Delhi battles severe summer heat, thermal camera readings reveal surface temperatures far exceeding official air measurements, while residents in low-income neighborhoods describe homes that trap heat and offer little nighttime relief. Greenpeace India is documenting these conditions to push for better protections for vulnerable communities.
Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 235 people and wounding over 4,300. International rescue teams are racing to find survivors, with the US pledging $150 million in aid.
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, urging reduced trade deficits and diversified exports. The visit highlights Dhaka's efforts to balance ties with China and India amid a complex geopolitical landscape.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela near the capital, killing at least 235 people and injuring thousands. Rescue efforts continue as international teams arrive, with the US pledging $150 million in aid.
Poland and Baltic states are preparing for potential Russian provocations, with US intelligence warnings and Latvian intelligence citing hybrid attack risks. NATO's Article 5 commitment and upcoming summit in Turkey are central to the response.
US artificial intelligence company Anthropic has accused Chinese tech giant Alibaba of orchestrating a large-scale campaign to extract capabilities from its Claude AI model through "distillation attacks." In a letter to US senators, Anthropic alleged nearly 29 million fraudulent interactions and urged Congress to impose penalties. The companies have denied the allegations, and Alibaba has filed a lawsuit against the US government over its blacklisting.
Apple has increased prices across its MacBook, iPad, and other product lines, citing surging memory chip costs driven by AI demand. Microsoft has also raised Xbox prices. The iPhone remains unaffected for now, but analysts expect price hikes later this year.
Unison has endorsed Ed Miliband as the next chancellor, while GMB and Unite oppose him. Rachel Reeves has publicly backed Andy Burnham for prime minister despite reports she may lose the Treasury job, and Burnham is set to give a major speech on devolution and the economy.
Oil prices have dropped to levels not seen since before the Iran war began in late February, as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz gradually resumes following a US-Iran interim deal. The resumption has allowed stranded tankers, including Iraqi crude cargoes, to exit the Gulf, though analysts caution that a sustained recovery hinges on a final peace pact.
The Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota, known as Operation Metro Surge, has left lasting trauma and economic damage, according to a Human Rights Watch report and affected residents.
Two major earthquakes, measured at magnitudes around 7.1-7.2 and 7.5, struck western Venezuela on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse in Caracas and prompting widespread evacuations. Officials reported alarming damage in parts of the capital while the US Geological Survey warned of probable high casualties. Tsunami alerts were issued for nearby Caribbean territories.
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 continues, cybersecurity companies and officials have issued warnings about fraudulent websites, phishing schemes, and high ticket prices. Kaspersky has detected over 336 fake domains, while the FBI has alerted the public to spoofing attacks. Israeli firms are also playing a role in protecting the tournament.
The US Senate has voted to invoke war powers to force President Donald Trump to halt military action against Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats. The non-binding resolution is largely symbolic but reflects public discontent with the conflict.