A German court has sentenced a man and a woman to lengthy prison sentences for enslaving and abusing two Yazidi girls under the so-called “Islamic State” group in Iraq. The Iraqi couple were convicted of war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. They were also convicted of sexually abusing children and aiding and abetting the … Read more
Wildfires spread over 800 hectares near Fontainebleau, as authorities sent two waterbombing planes to tackle the blazes. Published On 13 Jul 202613 Jul 2026 Wildfires raging in France’s Fontainebleau forest have forced home evacuations and disrupted train and motorway traffic, as a heatwave continues to grip Western Europe. The wildfires broke out near a motorway … Read more
Death of New Zealand actor in Sydney was ‘sudden and unexpected’, according to a family statement. Published On 13 Jul 202613 Jul 2026 New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for the films “Jurassic Park” and “The Piano”, has died aged 78, his family said. His death in Sydney was “sudden and unexpected”, according to a … Read more
BANGKOK (AP) — A huge fire engulfed a pub in Bangkok early Monday morning, killing at least 27 people and injuring dozens before firefighters brought the blaze under control, officials said. Footage shared online by first responders shows a huge blaze raging and plumes coming out of the front door of the Na Ladprao pub … Read more
NewsFeed The Israeli military has released video showing huge explosions and detonations in villages in southern Lebanon. Israel says they were targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and tunnels. Meanwhile a US military delegation has met with Lebanon’s army in Beirut to discuss Israel’s planned withdrawal from a ‘pilot zone’ in occupied territory. Published On 12 Jul 202612 … Read more
Reigning champion won his 10th German Grand Prix and moves to within 18 points of the riders’ championship lead. Published On 12 Jul 202612 Jul 2026 Marc Marquez won the Germany MotoGP Grand Prix on Sunday as the Spaniard equalled Italian legend Giacomo Agostini’s record of 10 premier class wins on a single circuit. The … Read more
Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, was a key architect of the energy-rich country’s development. Published On 12 Jul 202612 Jul 2026 | Updated: 16 minutes agoUpdated: 16 minutes ago Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74, the country’s Amiri Diwan said. “With … Read more
At least two killed in Toronto street festival shooting BBC Two killed in mass shooting at Canada’s largest Latin street festival in Toronto, police say CNN Shooting near Toronto street festival kills 2 people and wounds 4, police say WISH-TV Toronto Police Search for Shooters After 2 Killed at Street Festival The New York Times No arrests after shooting … Read more
NewsFeed Politician Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home with serious injuries, with police confirming a murder investigation is underway. Politicians from across the political spectrum have paid tribute to the former Conservative MP turned Reform UK spokesperson, expressing shock and sadness over her death. Published On 11 Jul 202611 Jul 2026 … Read more
NewsFeed Typhoon Bavi brought heavy rain and powerful winds to Japan’s southern islands while skirting Taiwan, where rough seas, fallen trees and localized damage were reported. Despite the storm, residents in Keelung ventured out to markets as Bavi weakened while tracking toward China’s east coast, where landfall is expected on Sunday. Published On 11 … Read more