Senior South African police officer survives assassination attempt
Deputy crime intelligence boss Maj-Gen Feroz Khan was due to appear before an inquiry into police corruption this week.
Indian journalists condemn ‘denial’ of voting and passport rights of prominent editor
Rajagopal has alleged that he has been unable to renew his passport after his name was deleted from the electoral rolls.
Mum rescued from Venezuela rubble with newborn baby tells BBC how he helped her survive
The “miracle” rescue of 18-day-old baby Juan David is a symbol of hope in Venezuela after the devastating earthquakes.
US says it has agreed to ‘stand down’ after exchange of strikes with Iran
A series of strikes over the weekend saw the US and Iran accuse each other of violating the ceasefire agreement.
Congress Must Preserve Military Women’s Ability to Serve in Ground Combat Roles
After a decade of progress, the Trump administration wants to turn back the clock for women serving in ground combat roles. Congress must act.
Voters of both parties want tighter AI regulation, poll finds
A new survey from the AI Policy Institute finds bipartisan support for legislation that targets powerful AI systems.
How an under-the-radar GOP official is shaping local voting plans in North Carolina
After Republicans shifted key election authorities to State Auditor Dave Boliek, Democrats and voting rights activists have criticized his involvement in early voting site discussions.
Stealing from the gods: India’s Ram Temple hit by corruption scandal
The temple is mired in embezzlement allegations before crucial state elections, embarrassing PM Modi’s government.
South Korean President, ex-players, fans demand change after World Cup exit
South Korea’s World Cup exit after the group stage prompted the coach to quit, with the President calling for a probe.
Brazil plays Japan at World Cup knockouts: Vinicius, prediction and lineups
The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 pits South American giants Brazil against Asian heavyweights Japan in Houston.
Pakistani strikes kill dozens in Afghanistan
The Taliban government says civilians were killed, while Pakistan maintains they targeted militants.
Supreme Court signaling willingness to test Trump’s ‘wildly illegal’ order: expert
A legal expert warned on Sunday that the Supreme Court seems willing to test the limits of America’s constitutional multiracial democracy by approving a “wildly
Analysts pile on after MAGA lawmaker warns this ‘might be our last 4th of July’
Political analysts piled on a MAGA lawmaker on Sunday after he issued a bizarre warning about the upcoming 4th of July holiday. Rep. Randy Fine
Malaysian government asks public to use derogatory phrase in place of “LGBT”
The government of Malaysia is urging the public to discontinue use of the term “LGBT” to avoid “normalizing” LGBTQ+ people and the broader community. In