Tropical storm Tapah hits southern China: 60,000 evacuated, 100 flights cancelled

Tens of thousands of people were evacuated, schools closed and transport services disrupted as tropical storm Tapah made landfall in southern China on Monday, authorities. According to state broadcaster CCTV, about 60,000…

Afghanistan quake destroyed 5,230 homes in 49 villages — but the UN hasn’t gotten to 362 others

An initial United Nations assessment of the impact of Afghanistan’s recent deadly earthquake found 5,230 homes destroyed and 672 damaged in 49 villages — but the U.N. hasn’t been able…

US, European officials meet to discuss new sanctions on Russia

US and European officials met at the U.S. Treasury Department on Monday evening to discuss various forms of economic pressure to exert on Russia, including new sanctions and tariffs on…

Flotilla for Gaza says boat struck by drone in Tunisian waters, authorities deny

The Global Sumud Flotilla for Gaza said on Tuesday that one of its main boats was struck by a drone in Tunisian waters, though all six passengers and crew are…

Nepal Gen Z Protest Live Updates: Indefinite curfew imposed in Kathmandu even as Nepal lifts social media ban in wake of protests that left 19 dead

Nepal Social Media Ban Gen-Z Protest News Live Updates: The protest of Gen Z turned violent as the youths clashed with the police, prompting the Kathmandu district administration to impose…

Houthi drone strike damages Israeli airport, forces temporary airspace shutdown

One of many drones launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck southern Israel on Sunday, hitting Ramon International Airport near the Red Sea city of Eilat and forcing authorities to temporarily…

Israeli PM Netanyahu Says Army “Deepening” Assault On Gaza City

Israeli air strikes this week have flattened two high-rises in Gaza City as troops intensified their operations in the area, aiming to conquer the Palestinian territory’s largest urban centre. Israeli…

Shock resignation in Tokyo: Japan faces leadership crisis as PM Ishiba steps down; who are the top contenders for the post?

Japan PM Ishiba Shigeru announces resignation In a stunning turn of events, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba tendered his resignation late Sunday night, setting off a political domino effect that…

Israeli Foreign Minister says Gaza war could end if hostages released, Hamas lay down arms

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Sunday (September 7, 2025) that the war in Gaza could end if hostages were released and Palestinian militant group Hamas laid downs its…

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Germany suffers shock 2-0 loss against Slovakia

Four-time world champion Germany suffered its first away loss in a World Cup qualifier after its shock 2-0 defeat by host Slovakia in their opening qualifier for the 2026 tournament on Thursday. The Germans,…