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Florida python hunt winner removes 96 invasive snakes from Everglades

Tom Rahill, winner of Florida's annual Python Challenge, captured and euthanized 96 Burmese pythons in the Everglades over 10 days. The event drew 907 participants and resulted in 280 snakes being removed.

The Guardian World · 6 Aug, 03:52

Hasina vows to return to Bangladesh despite death sentence

Former Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina has said she will go back to her country in December, even though she faces the death penalty. She spoke by audio link to reporters in Delhi on the second anniversary of her ouster.

BBC World · 6 Aug, 02:55

Two French streamers handed suspended sentences in livestream death case

Two French streamers received suspended prison terms after being found guilty of violence and incitement to hatred against a man who later died; the court linked his death to poor health.

France 24 · 6 Aug, 02:55

Israel faces reservist shortage as war-weary troops fail to report

Israel is facing a significant shortfall in military personnel as exhausted reservists skip their duties. Experts say the mental, political, and financial strain of fighting on multiple fronts is taking a heavy toll.

NPR World · 6 Aug, 02:54

TikTok Trended: Eating Butter as the Latest Viral Fad

Social media increasingly turn unusual and potentially dangerous advice into mass trends, with the latest example being the practice of eating butter on TikTok.

Apollo.lv · 6 Aug, 02:54

Nigeria says 308 kidnapped citizens have been freed

Nigeria has announced the rescue of 308 kidnapped citizens amid a major crisis of kidnappings for ransom by armed groups and bandits.

Al Jazeera · 6 Aug, 02:50

US intelligence sharing with Ukraine rebounds, supporting new front-line wins

US intelligence sharing with Ukraine has rebounded, and observers say it is helping Kyiv achieve new wins on the front lines.

Politico Europe · 6 Aug, 02:49

Myanmar's Conflict Tops 100,000 Dead as Junta Benefits from World's Inattention

A 2021 military coup in Myanmar ousted the elected government led by Aung San Suu Kyi and plunged the country into a brutal civil war. The death toll has now exceeded 100,000, while the international isolation of the junta is beginning to erode.

NPR World · 6 Aug, 01:55

Trump seeks to reshape BBC libel suit around reputational harm

US President Donald Trump is attempting to revise his defamation lawsuit against the BBC, aiming to centre the case on alleged damage to his reputation caused by a network documentary.

Politico Europe · 6 Aug, 01:55

Iran says it has agreed shipping route through Strait of Hormuz with Oman

Iran says it has reached an agreement with Oman on a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, but warns that safe navigation cannot be guaranteed due to the US blockade of Iranian ports. The US and Oman have not commented on the proposal.

BBC World · 6 Aug, 01:53

Expert: Ukraine's Drone Innovation Cannot Offset Russia's Structural Advantages

Peter Zalmayev, director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, says the war in Ukraine has entered an 'escalatory spiral of attrition,' and despite Ukraine's technological progress, it cannot permanently balance Russia's resources.

France 24 · 6 Aug, 01:53

California man arrested at Trump's golf course hit with additional charges

A 38-year-old man arrested ahead of Donald Trump's visit to his Los Angeles-area golf club now faces multiple federal and state charges, including possession of an illegally modified firearm.

The Guardian World · 6 Aug, 01:50

No One Saw SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Rocket Crash Into the Moon

Astronomers failed to capture the moment a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage crash-landed on the Moon on Wednesday. Indirect evidence suggests the impact occurred as predicted, and the first images of the crater could be released in the coming days.

Wired · 6 Aug, 01:49

CIA Creates Secret Cuba Task Force as Trump Increases Pressure on Havana

The CIA has formed a covert task force focused on Cuba to more quickly allocate financial, human and technical resources toward the island, aiming to drive a wedge into the Cuban political elite.

The New York Times · 6 Aug, 01:49

UN: Drone strikes blamed for over 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan; Spain seeks solution for minors in Ceuta

The United Nations reports that drone attacks have caused more than 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan so far this year. Spain, meanwhile, is looking for ways to address the presence of over 1,000 unaccompanied minors in Ceuta who cannot be legally deported.

France 24 · 6 Aug, 00:59

Kyiv and Surrounding Areas Hit by Overnight Attack; Missile Defense Shortages Grow

At least 17 people were killed in an overnight attack on Kyiv and its outskirts, while Ukraine faces an increasing shortage of interceptor missiles needed to protect the capital.

NPR World · 6 Aug, 00:57

Clashes in Rawalpindi as police fire tear gas at Imran Khan supporters

Police in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, fired tear gas at supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan on the anniversary of his imprisonment.

Al Jazeera · 6 Aug, 00:52

NSW man charged over threats to female MP; childcare crackdown and e-bike safety rules announced

A man in New South Wales faces charges for allegedly threatening violence against a female MP on social media, while authorities have shut nearly 600 childcare services and moved to introduce national e-bike safety standards.

The Guardian World · 6 Aug, 00:50

Sweden's Supreme Court orders transfer of Russian shadow fleet vessel to Ukraine

Sweden's Supreme Court has upheld a previous ruling and decided to hand over the confiscated, sanctioned Russian shadow fleet ship 'Caffa' to Ukraine.

Apollo.lv · 5 Aug, 23:56

Why can’t Ukraine simply destroy Russian missile launchers targeting its cities?

Presidential adviser Serhii Beskrestnov says Russian Iskander launchers hide on forest roads, deploy and flee within minutes, making them extremely hard to catch.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Aug, 23:54

Bolsonaro's Son Names Vice-Presidential Candidate for Brazil Election

Presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro has chosen conservative lawmaker Alfredo Gaspar as his vice-presidential running mate for October's election. Gaspar is known for a firm stance against crime.

Jauns.lv · 5 Aug, 23:53

Judge throws out Alex Murdaugh’s $600,000 suit against former court clerk

A US federal judge dismissed Alex Murdaugh’s lawsuit seeking $600,000 in legal fees from Becky Hill, the former court clerk whose misconduct led to the overturning of his murder convictions. Murdaugh remains in prison for financial crimes while awaiting retrial.

The Guardian World · 5 Aug, 23:51

Iran president says contact with supreme leader is 'very difficult'

President Masoud Pezeshkian said communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is currently 'very difficult', as Khamenei has stayed out of public view since being wounded in a US-Israeli strike that killed his father.

France 24 · 5 Aug, 23:51

Malaysian Pilot Detained in Jakarta for Ecstasy Smuggling

A Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta's airport last week on suspicion of smuggling 55 pounds of ecstasy into Indonesia, officials said. The pilot, identified only by initials, also tested positive for ecstasy and cocaine.

The New York Times · 5 Aug, 23:50

DHS Seeks Protesters’ Signal Group Chats

The US Department of Homeland Security is seeking access to protesters’ private Signal group chats in a lawsuit over alleged First Amendment violations. Attorneys for the protesters say the request itself breaches their rights to freedom of association.

Wired · 5 Aug, 23:50

Ousted Bangladeshi leader vows to return from exile despite facing a death sentence

On the second anniversary of her ouster, Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina vowed to return home, despite facing a death sentence.

NPR World · 5 Aug, 23:49

Mexican influencer Cezar Gastelum shot during TikTok live stream

Mexican influencer Cezar Gastelum was shot on Tuesday during a TikTok live broadcast, according to foreign media reports.

Apollo.lv · 5 Aug, 22:57

Ukraine attack kills 21 as depleted air defenses miss Russian missiles

Russia's massive overnight attack on Ukraine killed 21 people and injured dozens; many drones were intercepted, but depleted air defenses allowed numerous missiles to get through.

BBC World · 5 Aug, 22:56

Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as running mate

Flavio Bolsonaro has chosen Alfredo Gaspar as his vice-presidential candidate, with Lula warning of foreign interference and polls indicating a tighter race.

Al Jazeera · 5 Aug, 22:53

German brand loses Ukraine warehouse to Russian strike, will keep operating

A Russian overnight attack burned down the Ukrainian warehouse of a German household goods brand. The company, whose products are sold in 150 countries, says it will not stop working.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Aug, 22:52

Will Russia launch a fresh mobilization drive?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia plans to expand mobilization this autumn, citing intelligence, while Russian officials dismiss the claims. Independent reports and military experts suggest recruitment is struggling.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Aug, 22:50

Israeli army chief: IDF to keep operating proactively in Gaza

Israel's military chief of staff, Eyal Zamir, says forces will continue proactive operations in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meanwhile says Israel has not agreed to a US-backed proposal for the territory.

Euronews · 5 Aug, 22:50

German anti-terror police probe explosive drone found at Leipzig airport

An explosive-laden drone found at Leipzig airport has triggered a counterterrorism investigation and flight disruptions. German authorities describe it as an attempted attack, with Ukraine's ambassador pointing to Russia.

Politico Europe · 5 Aug, 21:55

After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives

A Russian overnight barrage killed 21 people near Kyiv, with no ballistic missiles intercepted. Ukrainian officials warn that shortages of Patriot interceptors are costing lives.

BBC World · 5 Aug, 21:54