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June 4, 2025

Several feared dead in a stampede outside a cricket stadium in India

A deadly stampede occurred outside Bengaluru’s cricket stadium during Indian Premier League winner celebrations, with reports of multiple fatalities and numerous injuries amid large crowds.

May 31, 2025

Floods kill at least 111 as northern Nigeria battles climate change, dry spells and heavy rainfall

Torrential rains in Mokwa, Nigeria, have caused severe flooding, killing at least 111 people. The disaster highlights the urgent need for infrastructure improvements.

May 28, 2025

Iran hangs a man convicted of spying for Israel

Iran's supreme court upholds Pedram Madani's death sentence for espionage as executions in the country reach alarming levels, state media reports.

May 28, 2025

Seven migrants drown as boat capsizes at Spain's Canary Islands dock

Seven migrant women and children die as a boat coming from Africa capsizes off the Canary Islands. The incident reflects ongoing risks in the Atlantic migration path.

May 24, 2025

German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short

Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.

May 24, 2025

Power outage disrupts final day of Cannes Film Festival, police investigate possible arson

The Cannes Film Festival experienced disruptions due to a power outage in southeastern France. A substation fire is under investigation for possible arson.

May 21, 2025

Utah man allegedly used phony cartel threats to hold pregnant girlfriend and family hostage for months: report

Dominic Garcia, 23, was arrested Saturday on 28 charges — including seven each of kidnapping and assault — following the six-month scheme.

May 21, 2025

At least 82 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza as critical aid fails to reach Palestinians

Humanitarian aid struggles to reach Gaza amid a new round of deadly Israeli strikes. Diplomats came under attack in Jenin, while international pressure mounts on Israel.

May 20, 2025

Nebraska becomes first state approved to ban soda purchases with food stamps

USDA approves Nebraska's waiver to exclude soda and energy drinks from purchase with food stamps, sparking debate on nutrition and food insecurity solutions.

May 20, 2025

Indiana executes man who killed police officer in 2000

Benjamin Ritchie was executed in Indiana for the 2000 shooting of Officer Bill Toney. The execution marks the state's second in 15 years.