Yellowknife eclipse chaser pursues 23rd solar eclipse in Spain
A Yellowknife resident travels to Spain to witness his 13th total solar eclipse, part of a global community of eclipse chasers. Canada will see only a partial eclipse this week.
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Ukrainian drone attacks resumed in Moscow hours after a CIA director's visit, marking an intensification of aerial warfare. The strikes reflect Ukraine's expanded targeting strategy and willingness to risk civilian casualties.
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Oil Rises as US-Iran Deal Doubts Fuel Supply Concerns
Oil prices rise as geopolitical tensions over US-Iran nuclear negotiations create supply concerns. Market uncertainty over potential sanctions and production disruptions drives commodity volatility.
North Korea fires ballistic missile as Seoul, Washington prepare joint drills
North Korea conducted its second ballistic missile test in a week as South Korea and the US prepare for annual military exercises, marking Pyongyang's 11th suspected test in 2026.
Trump's Secret Plane Swap Reveals Personal Stakes in Iran Conflict
Trump's secret aircraft swap during NATO travel reveals ongoing Iranian assassination threats against the president, reflecting a conflict deeply personal to him since ordering Soleimani's 2020 killing.
Irán condiciona reapertura de Ormuz a alto el fuego regional que incluya Gaza y Líbano
Irán amenaza mantener cerrado el estrecho de Ormuz hasta que EE.UU. termine la guerra, levante bloqueos y acepte alto el fuego en Líbano y Gaza. El nuevo secretario de seguridad iraní vincula la apertura a un paquete negociador más amplio que complica las conversaciones bilaterales.
Yemen reports 6 dead in Houthi 'double-tap' Red Sea missile strike
Six people died in a 'double-tap' missile strike by Iran-backed Houthis on a cargo ship in the Red Sea's Bab al-Mandeb Strait, with the group striking again during rescue operations.
El canto de pájaros japoneses revela la misma estructura matemática del lenguaje humano
Investigadores descubrieron que el canto de la isabelita de Japón sigue las mismas propiedades estadísticas del lenguaje humano y las ballenas jorobadas, desafiando la creencia de que estas características son exclusivas de nuestra especie.
Egyptian cargo ship ablaze after suspected Houthi attack in Red Sea strait
An Egyptian cargo vessel caught fire in the Bab al-Mandeb strait following a suspected Houthi attack, killing four crew members in what would be the first confirmed deaths from such strikes since February.
Six killed in Houthi 'double-tap' missile strike on cargo ship in Red Sea
Iran-backed Houthi rebels killed at least six people in a double-tap missile strike on a cargo ship in the Red Sea's Bab al-Mandeb Strait, then struck again during rescue operations, Yemen's government reported.
Pentagon report documents steep civilian toll in Yemen strikes after casualty office dismantled
A Pentagon report reveals nearly 400 civilians killed or wounded in U.S. strikes in Yemen, occurring after Defense Secretary Hegseth dismantled the office responsible for mitigating unintended casualties.
UK set for best eclipse in 27 years as Moon blocks 96% of Sun
The UK will experience its best solar eclipse since 1999 on Wednesday, with up to 96% sun coverage, while Spain and other regions witness totality. Hundreds of thousands have traveled to see the rare astronomical event.
Pentagon acknowledges 153 civilian deaths in 2025 operations, amid cuts to harm-prevention office
The Pentagon confirmed U.S. military operations killed 153 civilians in 2025, primarily from Yemen airstrikes, while facing significant budget cuts to civilian harm mitigation programs under Defense Secretary Hegseth.
Netanyahu's Gaza Plan Rejection Raises Questions About Trump's Diplomatic Influence
Israeli PM Netanyahu rejected Trump's Gaza peace proposal, prompting US allies to question Trump's diplomatic influence and raising concerns about US-Israel relations.
UNESCO: 2.4M Afghan girls blocked from school as Taliban ban deepens
UNESCO reports 2.4 million Afghan girls denied secondary education since Taliban's 2021 return, with projections reaching 4 million by 2030. The ban reverses two decades of progress and threatens economic development and workforce participation.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard adviser claims missile, drone output exceeds deployment
A top adviser to Iran's Revolutionary Guard leader claims the nation's missile and drone production now exceeds deployment rates, signaling expanded military capabilities amid US tensions.
U.S. Air Force Once Planned Secret Nuclear Detonation on the Moon
Declassified documents reveal the US Air Force commissioned a 1958 study to detonate a nuclear weapon on the Moon as Cold War posturing against Soviet space achievements, ultimately abandoned due to fallout concerns.
Syria sentences Assad to death in absentia for war crimes and torture
A Syrian court has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for killings, torture, and crimes against humanity, marking a significant legal accountability moment despite Assad's absence from the proceedings.
North Korea launches missile as US-South Korea drills loom
North Korea fired a ballistic missile as the US and South Korea prepare for major joint military exercises, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Iran's Evolving Tactics Exploit U.S. Munitions Shortage
Iranian strikes that killed three U.S. soldiers in Jordan demonstrate Tehran's rapidly advancing military capabilities and tactical adaptation, coinciding with Pentagon concerns over depleting air defense interceptor stocks.
Gaza families resort to hand tools as machinery blockade hampers rubble clearance
A Gaza family manually clears their destroyed home's rubble using basic tools while Israeli restrictions on heavy machinery hamper recovery efforts and body retrieval operations.
US helicopter fires missiles to disable ship defying Iran blockade
US helicopter fired missiles at Panama-flagged cargo vessel attempting to reach Iranian ports, disabling its steering. Action follows repeated warnings as tensions escalate in Gulf region.
Panama Canal fees surge to record highs amid shipping disruptions
Panama Canal transit fees reach record highs as El Niño drought and Iran-related shipping disruptions create bottlenecks, with vessels paying premium fees to skip queues.
Ukraine submits war-ending proposals to US negotiators, Zelenskiy says
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy announced that Ukraine has presented formal proposals to US negotiators aimed at ending the war with Russia, signaling active diplomatic engagement.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Holds Tehran Talks on Hormuz Strait Reopening
Pakistan's interior minister meets Iranian foreign minister in Tehran to discuss mediation efforts for ending US-Israeli conflict with Iran and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.