King Harald, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89
Harald's death comes at a tumultuous time for the royal family, as Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces public scrutiny for her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
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South Korea open to reviving North Korea talks, seeks progress on nuclear weapons
US military uses laser to shoot down 3 Mexican cartel drones near border, officials say
South Korea, Japan and US to conduct joint drills next month - report
Indian Coast Guard, Navy continue search for 22 crew missing after bulk carrier sinks
The two rescued Chinese seafarers said the vessel developed a list on Friday and sank within eight minutes, forcing crew to abandon ship, the director general of India's Maritime Administration said.
'Unprecedented' cyberattack on UK power plant caused by hackers linked to Iranian regime - report
The attack occured during the reported Iranian cyberattack that targeted over 30 municipal water systems in Minnesota and several other states in the US, according to the Telegraph.
Chinese robots break Usain Bolt's 100-meter record at Beijing World Humanoid Robot Games
Braking was an issue, as the machines slammed into a thick mat that organizers placed several meters after the finish line.
Amid US drug charges, Mexican Governor Ruben Rocha requests office leave despite party tension
Rocha's return was not well received by either the Mexican government or the ruling Morena party, which accused him of prioritizing his personal interests over those of the public.
Marvel actors join campaign calling for release of Palestinian terrorist Marwan Barghouti
Barghouti is a former leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades, a terrorist organization that carried out many suicide bombings and shooting attacks during the Second Intifada.
US Army offer four-day pass to play GTA VI for at least two more years of service - report
A decade has passed since the last version of the beloved game was published, and it is a unique incentive that connects directly with soldiers, the 3rd Infantry Division spokesperson said.
US Army secretary expected to step down by year's end after months of tension with Hegseth - report
This follows Hegseth's April firing of General Randy George as the Army's chief of staff without explanation, drawing criticism from Republicans in Congress and from Army Secretary Dan Driscoll.
Two US tanker aircraft leave Bulgaria a month after deployment upset Iran
The deployment of the aircraft, approved by Bulgaria's parliament on July 22, led to protests by nearby residents who feared the planes would be attacked by Iranian missiles and drones.
Gunmen abduct worshippers from Nigeria mosque, police say in latest incident of mass kidnapping
This is the latest incident of mass kidnapping in a region plagued by violent gangs. Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun says that no lives have been lost while security teams assess rescue operations.
US imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after deal fails, USTR Greer says no new talks planned
The tariffs that came into effect just after midnight (0400 GMT) on some $20 billion of Canadian goods representing just over 5% of Canada's exports to the US.
