‘Hunted’ by drones: UN reports worst month for civilians in Ukraine since 2022
Jul 15, 2026, at 09:58 am
Civilian casualties in Ukraine soared during the first half of 2026 amid escalating Russian attacks and intensifying use of deadly weapons, the UN human rights monitoring mission in the country, HRMMU, said on Tuesday.
US unleashes new wave of strikes on Iran as Tehran hits American bases
Jul 13, 2026, at 10:00 am
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Monday said it had completed a new wave of offensive strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of targets at multiple locations with precision munitions in an effort to degrade Tehran's ability to attack international shipping passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Bangkok eatery inferno kills 27, over 60 injured as diners flee for their lives
Jul 13, 2026, at 09:12 am
At least 27 people were killed and more than 60 others injured after a fire broke out at an eatery in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on Monday, media reports said.
Ann Widdecombe murder mystery deepens: 28-year-old suspect held by UK Police
Jul 12, 2026, at 04:16 pm
British police on Sunday confirmed the arrest of a 28-year-old man on suspicion of the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.
Centuries-old bonfire tradition sparks outrage after replica mosque set ablaze in Northern Ireland
Jul 11, 2026, at 07:57 pm
A centuries-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has come under renewed scrutiny after a replica mosque was set alight during an annual loyalist celebration in County Tyrone, prompting a police investigation, political condemnation and renewed concerns over rising anti-Muslim sentiment.
Tragedy strikes Indian tourists in Vietnam: Boat capsizes near Phu Quoc Island, 15 dead
Jul 11, 2026, at 04:29 pm
At least 15 Indian tourists died after a boat carrying them capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday, local media reports said
Ann Widdecombe murder probe: Man arrested after former UK Minister found dead
Jul 11, 2026, at 10:41 am
British police have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead with serious injuries at her home in south-west England.
Terrifying mid-air scare: Ryanair passenger nearly sucked out after window comes off
Jul 10, 2026, at 11:08 pm
A Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany was forced to return shortly after take-off after a passenger window reportedly detached mid-air, nearly sucking a man out of the aircraft before fellow passengers pulled him back to safety.
Jul 10, 2026, at 04:01 pm
London/IBNS: A police officer was injured and four people were arrested after violent disorder broke out in London following France's 2-0 victory over Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final on Thursday night.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei buried at Iran's holiest shrine as Middle East crisis deepens
Jul 10, 2026, at 09:06 am
The body of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei was laid to rest on Thursday at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, bringing to a close days of large-scale funeral and mourning ceremonies held across Iran and Iraq, media reports said.
Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to be buried in hometown Mashhad after six days of mourning
Jul 09, 2026, at 11:22 pm
Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is set to be buried in his hometown of Mashhad on Thursday, bringing to a close six days of funeral ceremonies held across Iran and Iraq.
'He asked how my Indian cooking was progressing': Scott Morrison after meeting PM Modi
Jul 09, 2026, at 01:40 pm
Melbourne/IBNS: Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has shared details of his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Melbourne, revealing that the Indian leader enquired about his well-known passion for Indian cuisine.
Panic in Manhattan: NYC high-rise evacuated after support columns buckle
Jul 08, 2026, at 10:30 am
A large number of people were evacuated from a high-rise building in Manhattan, New York City, after authorities declared the structure unstable following the buckling of support columns, according to media reports.
Third tanker hit in 24 hours in Strait of Hormuz; drone strike raises fresh shipping fears
Jul 07, 2026, at 10:10 pm
A third oil tanker has been struck within 24 hours while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), heightening concerns over security in one of the world's most strategically important shipping lanes.
Twin blasts rock Syria during Macron’s visit; 18 injured in explosions near Tourism Ministry
Jul 07, 2026, at 08:07 pm
At least 18 people were injured after two explosions occurred near the Ministry of Tourism in Syria's capital, Damascus, on Tuesday, coinciding with French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the country.
World's most powerful passports revealed: Europe rules, India lags behind
Jul 05, 2026, at 12:26 pm
Europe continues to dominate the world's most powerful passports, with nine of the top 10 spots in the fifth edition of the Global Passport Index (GPI) 2026.
'Death threat' before Melbourne event? Australia probes online post targeting PM Modi ahead of visit
Jul 04, 2026, at 08:23 pm
Australian authorities have launched an investigation into an alleged online death threat targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his scheduled visit to Melbourne on July 9, according to Australian media reports.
'Complete fabrication': Netanyahu fires back at media report on alleged Iran assassination plot
Jul 04, 2026, at 01:07 pm
The Israeli government has rejected a media report claiming that Israel may have considered targeting Iran's senior negotiators while the United States was engaged in sensitive diplomatic talks with Tehran.
Tragedy in Thailand: Child driver ploughs into Buddhist monks, leaving 8 dead
Jul 03, 2026, at 07:48 am
At least eight Buddhist monks were killed and 13 others injured after an 11-year-old boy, allegedly driving his parents' pickup truck, ploughed into a religious procession in Thailand's Mukdahan province on Thursday, according to local media reports.
Workforce shake-up: Germany demands medical proof from day one of sick leave
Jul 02, 2026, at 11:35 pm
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his coalition government have unveiled an extensive 34-measure reform package aimed at pulling Europe’s largest economy out of its prolonged stagnation and restoring growth momentum.
Jul 02, 2026, at 11:07 pm
Pubs across England and Wales will be allowed to remain open until 05:00 on Monday, after the government announced a late relaxation of licensing laws to let football fans watch England’s World Cup knockout match against Mexico to its conclusion.
Jul 01, 2026, at 11:58 pm
An Australian man was arrested in Pattaya City, a popular tourist destination in Thailand, on charges of strangling an 17-year-old girl to death and then stuffing her body in a suitcase, media reports said.
Germany horror: 5 die in brutal shooting in Stade, 2 suspects arrested
Jun 29, 2026, at 06:24 pm
At least five people died in a shooting incident in Stade city in Germany on Monday, media reports said.
Israel strikes back: Top October 7 militant “eliminated” in precision operation
Jun 29, 2026, at 02:08 pm
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday said it has eliminated Islamic Jihad operative Zaher Brahim Khalil Abu Salem, who allegedly infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7 attack.
Tragic air disaster: Pilot, students and instructors killed in France plane crash
Jun 28, 2026, at 08:06 pm
At least 11 people on board died after a skydiving plane crashed in north-eastern France, media reports said on Sunday.
Shocking helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia leaves 14 dead in Ras Tanura
Jun 28, 2026, at 06:27 pm
At least 14 people have been killed after a Saudi Aramco-owned helicopter crashed in the city of Ras Tanura in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, local media reported.
India strengthens Indian Ocean partnership as PM Modi hands over patrol vessel to Seychelles
Jun 28, 2026, at 12:46 am
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday handed over a high-speed Fast Patrol Vessel to the Seychelles Coast Guard, marking another milestone in India's strategic partnership with the island nation and strengthening maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean.
Iran-US conflict: Cargo vessel hit near Strait of Hormuz, UN agency pauses evacuation operations
Jun 26, 2026, at 07:20 am
An Iranian drone struck a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, a US official told CNN, in an incident that has once again raised concerns over peace and stability in the strategically vital region.
UN study finds AI systems reproduce human bias, including sexism, racism across 133 models
Jun 24, 2026, at 06:05 pm
With the widespread use of generative AI, a UN report which studied 133 AI systems found that 44 per cent demonstrated gender bias, while more than a quarter showed both gender and racial bias.
Night of chaos in France: Arrests, stabbings and panic at nationwide music festival
Jun 23, 2026, at 07:11 pm
At least 240 people were arrested, and multiple violent incidents were reported during France’s Fête de la Musique, the nationwide street music festival held on Sunday (June 21, 2026), according to media reports.