Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia still on, organisers say, but golf tour postponed

16-year-old collected 60 backpacks for 7 schools, then created 4 ‘Kindness Karts’

Children aged 5, 8 and 11 killed in US school shooting before suspect shot by bystander

A teacher was also killed in the attack at the Silver Rail Elementary School in the city of Bend, Oregon, police say.

Pakistan to chair IMF, World Bank boards in 2027; first time in over 70 years

Pakistan will assume the chairmanship of the IMF and World Bank Group boards in 2027, marking a significant return. This follows a long absence from the position that last occurred in 1953. The role will allow Pakistan to engage in global economic discussions and foster collaboration among member nations. Pakistan is currently utilizing financial assistance from the IMF through various programs aimed at economic stabilization.

Rare 1953 James Bond book bought for £1 at car boot sale sells for £10,000

A woman bought a book at a car boot sale in Yorkshire for just £1 ten years ago. She later discovered it was a rare first edition of Casino Royale by Ian Fleming. The book retained its original dust jacket and was valued significantly. It was auctioned for £10,000, highlighting the importance of rarity and condition in collectibles. The successful bidder was a UK collector specializing in Ian Fleming editions.

'Can't replace capability': Starlink disruption exposes Ukraine's reliance on US tech

EU leaders are addressing concerns regarding Ukraine's reliance on Elon Musk's Starlink satellite for military communications. Disruptions to the Starlink service have highlighted the urgent need for European alternatives. Officials discussed how to strengthen Europe's satellite communication capabilities during a recent summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Investor interest in European satellite companies, such as Eutelsat and SES, has surged after the disruptions.

Arizona teen gave a stranger his shoes, learnt he lost his wife, raised $25,000

9 ex-FBI employees sue Trump admin over Mar-a-Lago probe, claim political retaliation

Hurricane Trudy becomes major Category 3 storm near Mexico's Pacific Coast

The emergence of Hurricane Trudy has escalated into a powerful Category 3 storm, targeting Mexico's Pacific coastline with maximum sustained winds reaching 120 mph. A hurricane warning is now in effect from Cabo Corrientes to Punta San Telmo. As this significant weather event unfolds, Tropical Storm Simon is anticipated to dwindle, while another system, Champi, progresses near Guam, prompting authorities to issue various warnings.

UAE visa fraud alert: Indian embassy warns nationals against agencies promising jobs, residency

Zelensky rallies EU support as Trump says Ukraine leader 'more difficult to deal with than Putin'

The US president launches a new wave of blistering criticism at Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of a meeting of EU leaders in Brussels.

Japan issued a 9.9 magnitude earthquake alert, but ground didn't shake: What happened

An "alert" indicating a massive magnitude-9.9 earthquake sent shockwaves of fear across Japan on Friday afternoon. Just eight minutes after its issuance, the Japan Meteorological Agency retracted the warning, which had been triggered by a lesser magnitude-6.9 quake off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. Although the alert caused temporary disruptions in transportation, officials are now investigating the warning system to ensure public safety and prevent future confusion.

Miley Cyrus pledges $1 million to build 97 homes for homeless women in LA

Miley Cyrus' foundation has pledged $1 million towards Rosa's Place, a housing project in Los Angeles that will provide 97 permanent apartments for women and survivors of violence experiencing homelessness. The donation was announced at the Downtown Women's Center's annual gala, which raised $3.2 million. The development in Skid Row is expected to open in 2027.