Suspect killed after White House checkpoint shooting
A suspect is dead and a bystander is wounded after a shooting near the White House checkpoint, triggering a massive security response.
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Fatal Shark Attack Claims Life in Northeast Australia
A 39-year-old man died after a shark attack off Australia's northeast coast, marking the second fatal encounter in the region in less than two weeks.
Romanian Director Mungiu Wins Palme d’Or for ‘Fjord’
Cristian Mungiu wins Palme d'Or for 'Fjord' at Cannes, making him the second Romanian director to take the top prize.
Double-Tap Strike Kills Medics in Lebanon
A second airstrike hit rescuers at the scene of the first in southern Lebanon.
500+ children die in Bangladesh measles outbreak
More than 500 children have died in Bangladesh from a measles outbreak that has sickened thousands more.
Deadliest Chinese Coal Mine Blast in a Decade
At least 90 workers are dead after a gas explosion in Shanxi province, prompting a high-level response from President Xi Jinping.
Carney calls Alberta ‘essential’ amid separation push
Mark Carney calls Alberta 'essential' to Canada as the province plans a vote on its future.
Judge dismisses case against deported Maryland man
A federal judge dismisses the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the prosecution was politically motivated.
Flotilla activists allege abuse in Israeli detention
Global Sumud Flotilla organizers report activists faced abuse while detained by Israeli forces.
House probes Kalshi, Polymarket over insider trading
Congress demands records from Kalshi and Polymarket CEOs after identifying suspicious trades tied to military actions.
WHO Raises Ebola Risk in DR Congo to Very High
WHO raises Ebola risk to 'very high' in DR Congo amid rising cases and regional spread.
Polymarket Exploit: $600K+ Drained, Team Says Funds Safe
Polymarket confirms a private key compromise on an internal wallet, draining over $600,000 in POL tokens.