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A commuter train and a long-distance train collided on the outskirts of Jakarta on Monday, killing at least four people and injuring dozens. Officials are likely to investigate the cause of the crash.
Pakistan and Afghanistan reported cross-border attacks, putting a ceasefire at risk. The strikes were the first since the two countries agreed to halt violence at peace talks last month. The strikes were the first since the two agreed to halt the violence at peace talks last month.
At least four people were killed in a train collision on the outskirts of Jakarta. Two trains collided in Bekasi, leaving four dead and 38 passengers rushed to nearby hospitals.
Iran proposed opening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic and lifting the U. S. blockade in a new offer delivered on Sunday. The plan delays nuclear talks with the U. until later.
Iran's minister arrived in Russia as ceasefire talks between the US, Israel, and Iran collapsed. Iran blamed the US for the collapse of the talks. US-Israel-Iran Ceasefire Live Updates: Iran Blames US For Collapse Of Talks As Minister Arrives In Russia NDTV.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss the Middle East conflict. Russia remains a key player in the region. Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, met with President Vladimir V.
A 57-year-old German tourist died after a snake bit him during a show in Egypt. The man was watching a snake-charming performance at a hotel in Hurghada when the reptile crawled into his trousers.
Bahrain's Ministry stripped dozens of people of their citizenship, citing support for hostile Iranian acts, including colluding with foreign entities. The list included dependents, but exact numbers weren't specified.
Gunmen kidnapped 23 children from a Nigerian orphanage. Mass kidnappings are a common tactic used by gangs and armed groups to make quick money in Nigeria. Mass kidnappings are a common way for gangs and armed groups to make quick money in Nigeria.
Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah stated that they will keep their weapons. This comes as Israel and Hezbollah have been trading daily attacks despite a cease-fire, with 14 reported killed in recent Israeli strikes.
Sam Altman's sister lost her lawyers in her sexual abuse lawsuit against OpenAI CEO. The case against Altman continues without her current legal representation.
UK Prime Minister Starmer faces a possible Parliament probe over his involvement with Peter Mandelson. This development is part of a scandal that has led to calls for Starmer's resignation.
UK-based AI startup Ineffable raised $1.1 billion in Europe's largest seed financing. The company did not disclose details on how the funds will be used.
The BBC began centenary celebrations for David Attenborough with a closer look at his documentary series 'Life on Earth'. The series is being re-released to mark the occasion.
Cole Thomas Allen was charged with attempting to kill former U. S. President Trump in a shooting at a press gala on Saturday. The suspect's motives are being investigated. Prosecutor says Cole Thomas Allen 'attempted to assassinate the president of the United States' in Saturday attack.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum warned the US against unauthorized involvement in anti-drug operations. A diplomatic note was sent after a US presence was discovered in a Chihuahua operation that resulted in four official deaths.
Melania Trump urged ABC to take a stand against Jimmy Kimmel after he made a joke about her as an "expectant widow" in a parody aired before the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The joke sparked criticism from the First Lady's office.
A bomb blast on a Colombian highway killed 21 people and injured 56, blamed on cocaine-trafficking rebels. The attack was the country's worst on civilians in decades, ahead of elections.
The US called for a coalition to ensure maritime freedom in the Strait of Hormuz at the UN. The initiative aims to secure shipping lanes in the critical waterway. At U. N., U. S.
Canada is setting up a sovereign wealth fund, which will be smaller than those in other oil-producing nations like Norway and the Middle East. The fund's size has not been disclosed.
China has vowed to take countermeasures if the EU enacts its 'Made in Europe' plan. The plan requires companies to meet EU-made part thresholds to access public funds in strategic sectors.
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