Gaza photojournalist Hassan Aslih was killed in an Israeli air strike while he was being treated at Nasser Hospital for injuries sustained in a previous attack, according to medical sources.
China's foreign ministry has stated that addressing the fentanyl problem is primarily the responsibility of the United States, following new tariffs imposed by Washington on Beijing. China denies responsibility for fentanyl inflows into the U.S. and criticizes the tariffs as unjustified.
Scientists recommend avoiding coffee and alcohol before bedtime during hot weather, as these drinks may negatively affect sleep quality. Other suggested methods to improve sleep include taking cool showers. Research links higher temperatures, such as those caused by climate change, to poorer sleep.
Firearms ownership is increasing in New Caledonia, a French Pacific territory, as unresolved civil tensions over independence persist. The region has a history of hunting, particularly rusa deer, but recent developments indicate a shift in gun culture.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India has merely paused its military operations against Pakistan, warning that any aggression from Pakistan would be met with retaliation on India's terms. His comments come after a recent ceasefire halted escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
A group of white South Africans, specifically Afrikaners, has arrived in the United States after being granted refugee status by the Trump administration. The move follows President Donald Trump's controversial assertion that Afrikaners are victims of 'genocide' in South Africa, a claim that has sparked debate and criticism both domestically and internationally.
Pope Leo XIV, in his first public addresses, has emphasized the importance of peace and interfaith dialogue, echoing the approach of his predecessor, Pope Francis. Experts believe his background equips him to build bridges among different faiths amid ongoing global conflicts.
The Indian army reported that talks between the military operations chiefs of India and Pakistan, originally scheduled to discuss post-ceasefire steps, have been postponed until Monday evening. The delay comes as India reopens airports and its stock market shows gains, signaling a reduction in immediate tensions.
Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American believed to be the last living US national held captive in Gaza, is expected to be released by Hamas. Alexander was taken hostage during the 7 October attacks. Meanwhile, a new report highlights that Gaza is at critical risk of famine, with half a million people facing starvation.
Poland has ordered the closure of the Russian consulate in Krakow after authorities accused Russia of orchestrating a fire that destroyed a Warsaw shopping center in 2023. The move was announced by Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski, who cited the incident as an act of hostile Russian activity on Polish soil.