Children among four killed in overnight attack on Kyiv
More than 20 districts were targeted in the bombardment which involved missiles, officials say. BBC News
‘£150 for school uniform is money I don’t really have’
Two in five parents in the South East say they struggle to afford school uniform, a new poll says. BBC News
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 4, dozens hurt
Ukrainian authorities describe Russia’s missile and drone attack as ‘massive’, with multiple areas of Kyiv hit. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Half of US voters believe Israel committing genocide in Gaza, poll says
Six in 10 voters also oppose Washington sending more military aid to Israel, according to Quinnipiac poll. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Teenager who shot Columbian senator sentenced to 7 years
The 39-year-old politician was shot in the head during a presidential rally in Bogotá in June. BBC News
Cases of flesh-eating screwworms increase 53% in Mexico: Report
Mexico reports more than 5,000 cases of screwworm, primarily in cattle and other animals, according to gov’t data. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Who is Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s jailed media tycoon?
Verdict in Lai’s national security trial is being closely watched as a test of Hong Kong’s rule of law. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Barger keys three-run eighth as Jays top Twins 9-8Globalnews Digital
Addison Barger hit a two-run double in Toronto’s three-run eighth inning as the Blue Jays came back for a 9-8 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
How Tokyo is using AI video to prepare for a Mt Fuji eruption
Tokyo authorities say they released the AI-generated video to raise awareness and help people prepare for disaster – but how likely is Mt Fuji to actually erupt? BBC News
Barger keys late rally as Jays top Twins 9-8Globalnews Digital
An old bat was a difference-maker for the Toronto Blue Jays in a wild 9-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
Pedestrian fatality prompts calls for better traffic safety in EdmontonJaclyn Kucey
Residents in the Edgemont neighbourhood in West Edmonton are calling for change to make roads safer after a grandmother was fatally hit by a car on Friday while crossing the…
Edmonton businesses enjoy boost from Taylor Swift popularityJasmine King
Edmonton businesses are feeling the ‘Swifty’ boost. From local record stores, to sports team and bars hosting a themed night, Taylor Swift fans keep flocking in.
US auditing Chinese involvement in cloud services, defence chief says
Pete Hegseth orders review after revelations Microsoft used Chinese contractors to manage sensitive cloud services. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Kim Jong Un to join Putin and other leaders at China military parade
The parade will mark the 80th anniversary of China’s war against Japan and the end of World War Two. BBC News
South Korean, Vietnamese nationals among ICE’s latest ‘worst of the worst’ roundup in Los Angeles: DHS
More than 5,000 illegal immigrants have been arrested in the Los Angeles area since June, according to the Department of Homeland Security, including some of the “worst of the worst”…
Australia, Canada, Philippine ships hold drills in tense South China Sea
Manila says exercise with Australia, Canada shows a ‘commitment’ to defence cooperation with ‘like-minded nations’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
EU faces worst wildfire season on record
Wildfires have scorched southern Europe and new research suggests climate change played a major role. BBC News
How rare earth shortages are stalling India’s burgeoning EV sector
China introduced restrictions on its rare earth exports in April, two days after Trump announced retaliatory tariffs. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Ukraine says nighttime attack by Russia on Kyiv leaves at least 3 dead, 12 injured
Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, came under a mass nighttime Russian attack, officials said early Thursday, with at least three dead, including a child, 12 injured and damage to buildings in several…