EC tells SC 93% of deleted Bengal voters reinstated after appeals

US prepares sweeping sanctions on International Criminal Court

Russia Concludes Wartime Parliamentary Vote; United Russia Expected to Retain Power

Russia wrapped up its first parliamentary elections held during wartime on Sunday, with projections indicating that the ruling United Russia party is set to maintain its dominance. The vote was marked by a significant crackdown on opposition voices and dissent across the country. Controversy deepened as voting was conducted in Ukrainian territories that Russia has annexed, drawing sharp condemnation from Ukraine and sparking international outrage. Multiple election watchdog organizations declared the polls illegal under international law and treaties. Official results were expected shortly after voting closed in western Russia.

Pennsylvania 8th-Grader Becomes National Finalist for GERD Drug Delivery Innovation

Sai Sri Valli Mogilineedi, an eighth-grade student from Pennsylvania, has earned national finalist status for her work on a novel GERD drug delivery system. She developed a controlled-release mechanism designed to extend the effectiveness of antacid medications for heartburn sufferers. The recognition came after her strong performance at regional science fairs. She will compete for educational honors in Washington, D.C. in October.

North Korea Fires Two Ballistic Missiles Into the Sea

North Korea launched two ballistic missiles toward the sea in its latest weapons demonstration. The launches mark a continuation of a series of missile tests conducted by Pyongyang in recent months. The provocation comes even after US President Donald Trump reduced the scale of joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea last month. Trump's gesture was widely seen as a diplomatic overture toward North Korea, yet it has not deterred Pyongyang from pursuing further weapons activity.