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Retired Nigerian Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar died while held by kidnappers in Katsina state, with the military citing health complications, though family members dispute this. His wife Amina was later rescued by troops, and the military has intensified operations against the perpetrators.
Ghana's parliament has passed a bill imposing prison sentences for same-sex relations and LGBTQ+ advocacy, with penalties up to 10 years. The bill, awaiting presidential ratification, has drawn criticism from human rights groups and support from religious and conservative voices.
The US, UK, and Australia announced a new AUKUS project to develop underwater drone technology, aimed at protecting undersea cables and boosting defence. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles warned that the 'seabed is a battlefield', citing recent cable cuts. The UK pledged £150m to the initiative.
Marc Bolland, former CEO of Marks & Spencer, has been appointed as a government jobs adviser to address youth unemployment, with nearly one million young people not in education, employment, or training. The government is expanding work experience schemes and facing calls from retailers for a taskforce.
A Turkish court has annulled the 2023 leadership election of the main opposition CHP, removing Özgür Özel and reinstating Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. The decision has sparked clashes at party headquarters, a sharp stock market drop, and vows from Özel to fight the ruling. Critics see the move as politically motivated, while supporters point to alleged vote-buying irregularities.
Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old from California, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second tiebreaker. He defeated 12-year-old Ishaan Gupta and took home a $52,000 cash prize. The competition featured 247 spellers aged 9 to 15.
Former First Lady Jill Biden has revealed in a CBS interview that she feared her husband was having a stroke during his disastrous June 2024 debate performance. Her comments, part of a promotional tour for her memoir, have renewed attention on the pivotal moment that led to Biden's withdrawal from the race.
A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump's name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center, ordering its removal. The Trump administration missed the deadline and appealed, while workers eventually removed the name. Trump announced he would transfer control of the center to Congress.
Kenneth Law, a former Canadian chef, pleaded guilty to 14 counts of aiding or counselling suicide in an Ontario court, with prosecutors agreeing to withdraw murder charges. Law sold toxic chemicals online to over 40 countries, linked to more than 100 deaths worldwide, including 73 in the UK. UK families expressed anger and called for a public inquiry after British prosecutors decided not to extradite him.
A surge of infighting between Reform UK and the breakaway Restore Britain party, highlighted by Elon Musk's online endorsements and controversies around Reform's candidate Robert Kenyon, has thrown the upcoming Makerfield byelection into disarray, potentially benefiting Labour's Andy Burnham.
Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door session to answer questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. She faced criticism from Democrats and survivors, while also revealing that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche was in charge of the release process.
The Republic of Ireland's friendly against Qatar was halted twice when tennis balls carrying Palestinian flags were thrown onto the pitch, as pressure mounts over upcoming Nations League matches against Israel. Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson called on his players to 'win this war' against Israel, while the FAI confirmed the fixtures will go ahead.
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework to extend the ceasefire for 60 days and launch talks on Iran's nuclear program, but the deal still awaits approval from President Donald Trump and Iran's leadership. The proposed agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing the naval blockade, amid ongoing skirmishes between the two sides.
South Africa's Parliament is set to hold the first meeting of a special impeachment committee examining allegations against President Cyril Ramaphosa related to the 2020 theft of cash at his private farm. The committee, established after a Constitutional Court ruling, will elect a chairperson and decide whether there are grounds for impeachment. Ramaphosa denies wrongdoing and has filed a legal challenge against the independent panel's report.
New York and New Jersey attorneys general have issued subpoenas to FIFA over allegations that the 2026 World Cup ticket pricing system misled fans about seat locations and charged prices that far exceed previous tournaments. FIFA has defended its dynamic pricing model, while critics, including a former governance official, accuse the organization of prioritizing revenue over accessibility.
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a draft memorandum of understanding to extend the ceasefire for 60 days and launch talks on Iran's nuclear program, but the deal still requires President Donald Trump's approval. Reports indicate Trump has requested amendments related to the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium.
The Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases with 254 deaths, as violence and displacement hamper containment efforts. Health officials warn of undetected infections and the possibility of a higher peak, while the rare Bundibugyo strain has no approved vaccine or treatment.
EU foreign ministers gathered in Cyprus to discuss potential negotiations with Russia over Ukraine, with top diplomat Kaja Kallas warning against focusing on who would lead talks. Ukraine urged Europe to play a bigger role, but no decisions were made on an envoy or preconditions.
A fire tore through a dormitory at Utumishi Girls Academy in central Kenya, killing at least 16 students and injuring 79 others. Authorities are investigating, with some students arrested on suspicion of arson and others appearing in court.
Multiple outlets reported that the US Justice Department opened a criminal investigation into writer E. Jean Carroll over potential perjury in her civil cases against President Trump, but Chicago's top federal prosecutor denied any such probe exists. The reported investigation would focus on Carroll's deposition statements about outside funding.