Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis said they had attacked government positions in response to an alleged military buildup by neighbouring Saudi Arabia. Medical sources said at least 38 Yemeni troops were killed. An attack by Yemeni Houthi rebels late Thursday wounded 11 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia, the Riyadh-led coalition said.
A$AP Rocky has confirmed Rihanna is working on new music. The singer's longtime partner said she is in the studio right now. A$AP said he would 'Get In Trouble' for revealing the news on BET's "BET" The singer has not released a new album in over a year.
The content creator, who had over 770,000 followers on TikTok, was shot by a motorcyclist while he was livestreaming outside a restaurant in Mexico. Gastélum shared several posts with a content creator known as La Beba, who shared a statement on Aug. 5 remembering the late internet personality.
Israel charges settler with killing Palestinian activist Owdeh Hathaleen. First such indictment in more than seven years amid a rise in settler violence. Charges against Levi also include armed trespassing and malicious property damage. Britain and the European Union have placed Levi under sanctions over violence against Palestinians.
The Ukrainians have developed their own arsenal of weapons. This has allowed them to gain the advantage over the Russians on the battlefield. It is also in the West's interests that Ukraine prevails in its fight against Russia. It would persuade the Kremlin that it has nothing to gain from committing further acts of military aggression.
Contempt of Congress is a federal misdemeanor in which an individual willfully disobeys or impedes a congressional investigation. A contempt of Congress charge may be levied against someone if they fail to appear before a committee after being subpoenaed, refuse to produce required documents, or refuse to answer questions related to an investigation.
U.S. and Iran say they are close to a deal to re-open the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes amid renewed tensions between the U.S., Iran and Saudi Arabia. It is not clear what concessions either side will make to the other to make the deal happen.
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell announced via a statement on Thursday that he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center. "Earlier today, I was discharged from the rehabilitation center to continue my recovery at home," McConnell said in a statement. The senator is determined to finish out his seventh term, which concludes in January.
Lebanese and Israeli officials meet in Rome to discuss implementation of a deal. The deal would see Israeli forces withdraw from areas they occupy in exchange for Hezbollah’s disarmament. The talks are expected to last three days, with the aim of reaching an agreement by the end of the week.
Westminster council plans to ban the opening of new pubs and bars in what it terms the ‘cumulative impact zone’ Operators of pubs in Soho have criticised what they see as overly restrictive licensing policies. It comes after the Guardian revealed on Thursday that Westminster council in central London recommended not allowing ‘vertical drinking’ or ordering at the bar.
Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan primary victory is the latest win for progressives challenging establishment-backed Democrats – as it happened. ‘He should resign’: unease in Republican Max Miller's Ohio district amid domestic abuse allegations. Florida Democrat switches districts after DeSantis redistricting shake-up.
UEFA blasts Infantino and his organization again over his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. FIFA general secretary Mattias Grafstrom condemned a “sad and reproachable series of events’ Infantini still appears well placed politically with no viable challenger emerging before the presidential election.
Owori helped SC Villa win a record 17th Premier League crown and their first in 20 years in 2024. He also played for the Cranes during their qualifying campaign for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. Uganda's parliament held a minute’s silence in his honour on Wednesday and called for an investigation.
Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh have become Australian citizens. The pair were granted humanitarian asylum following this year's Asian Cup. The Iranian women’s football team did not sing the national anthem before their opening Asia Cup game in Australia against South Korea on March 2.
Scientists have used AI to create new viruses that multiply faster than natural ones. Stanford-led research team has used generative AI to design a synthetic virus. First time artificial intelligence has been harnessed to create a organism that has never been seen in nature. Researchers used an AI model to design viruses that can infect and kill the microbe E. coli.
Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt warns of a "new threat scenario" for Germany. A drone carrying an explosive device was found near the airport's south runway, where cargo flights operate. The incident briefly forced the suspension of flights overnight into Wednesday. Germany remains on heightened alert over unauthorized drone activity following a string of incidents.
Towle is survived by her mother and brother. Her father, Philip Towle, died in 2016. "It became so helpful for me to connect with others," Towle said. "To hear that my honesty was helping people — it gave me a purpose," she said. 'If anything, it just makes me appreciate life more.'
Iran said it is finalizing a deal with Oman for the transit of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. But officials in Tehran have warned that would not necessarily mean a reopening of the strait, through which 20% of the world’s oil travelled pre-war.
Indian court sentences high-profile journalist to 10 years for rape. Verdict overturned a 2021 acquittal by a Goa court, which dismissed charges. Tejpal initially described what happened as "a bad lapse of judgement" He later alleged that the case against him was part of a "political vendetta"
House Speaker Mike Johnson said the country needs to "take a stand" against "Mini Mamdanis" The sentiment comes after progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed won a highly-watched M.C. primary. After Mamdani was told about Johnson's post in a press conference, he said that Johnson's tweet was "a lot of characters"
The Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. The vote follows a contentious hearing in which the infectious disease expert declined to answer lawmakers' questions over 100 times. Republican Sen. Rand Paul on Thursday officially recommended that the Justice Department charge Dr. Fauxci with contempt.
Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court ruling. Previous executive order directed U.S. agencies not to recognize citizenship of children born in the United States if neither parent is an American citizen or legal permanent resident. Trump's prior executive order, issued on his first day in office in 2025 as part of a suite of policies to crack down on immigration.
Three lions die at Tokyo zoo after suspected heatstroke. It is the first time in the zoo's 62-year history that extreme heat was associated with lion deaths. Lion exhibit was to remain closed, and keepers were monitoring other species more closely as the heat continued. The zoo said more testing was needed before causes of death was confirmed.
16 new coronavirus cases confirmed in Karnataka; nine in Bengaluru Urban alone. Maharashtra the worst affected with 33 cases. A 45-year-old man tested positive for Coronavirus on Saturday, making him the first person in Tamil Nadu to be reported of having the disease. Two people from Pune in Maharashtra tested positive on Monday evening.
Iran said it is finalizing a deal with Oman for the transit of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Officials in Tehran have warned that would not necessarily mean a reopening of the critical waterway. 20% of the world’s oil traveled through the strait pre-war.
A Senate committee has voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. The vote reflects the enduring politics of the COVID-19 pandemic. It would be up to the U.S. attorney in Washington to decide whether to try to hold him in contempt. Democrats have slammed the federal government’s blaming of FauCI as a performative distraction.