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Germany Investigates Russian-Linked Proxies Over Airport Drone-Bomb Threat

German authorities are investigating a drone-bomb incident connected to a major airport, with Russia emerging as a potential suspect. Evidence reviewed by the BBC suggests that Russian-linked proxy groups have previously handled both drones and explosives in related operations. These same networks are also believed to have facilitated the delivery of such materials into Germany. The findings raise serious concerns about covert sabotage activities being conducted on German soil. Investigators are examining the extent of Russian state involvement in orchestrating these threats.

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Youth Job Protests Gain Momentum in Jharkhand After Delhi Unrest

A new youth-led agitation over employment and recruitment has emerged in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand. The movement comes weeks after the CJP protests, which had shaken the national capital Delhi. Young people are at the forefront of the demonstrations, demanding action on job opportunities and hiring processes. The unrest reflects a growing pattern of youth-driven movements across India centered on employment concerns.

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Australian crew rescues patient from Antarctica in -43°C midwinter darkness

An Australian aviation crew has successfully evacuated a patient from McMurdo Station in Antarctica during the region's harsh midwinter conditions. The mission required the crew to land their aircraft in complete darkness and temperatures as low as -43°C. Such rescues are considered extremely rare and dangerous due to the extreme cold and absence of daylight during the Antarctic winter. The operation was carried out by a team willing to undertake significant risk to reach the stranded patient at the remote research station.

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Trump imposes 15% tariff on polysilicon to curb China's market dominance

The Trump administration has announced a 15% tariff on polysilicon, a critical material used in semiconductor and solar panel manufacturing. The measure is designed to counter China's dominant position in global polysilicon production, where Chinese producers currently hold a near-monopoly. The tariff is part of broader U.S. efforts to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains for strategically important materials. By raising import costs, Washington aims to incentivize domestic or allied-nation production of the key chip material.

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Trump Signs Executive Orders to Restrict US Birthright Citizenship

President Donald Trump has signed new executive orders aimed at limiting birthright citizenship in the United States. The orders target birth tourism, a practice where foreign nationals travel to the US specifically to give birth and secure citizenship for their children. The measures also broaden the existing criteria defining which parents' children are ineligible for automatic US citizenship. This marks another attempt by Trump to curtail birthright citizenship, a right currently guaranteed under the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. The orders are expected to face legal challenges given the constitutional protections surrounding birthright citizenship.

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Sudan's War Children Face Lifelong Struggles Without Legal Identity

Children born from rape during Sudan's ongoing conflict are frequently denied birth certificates, leaving them without legal identity. This lack of documentation creates lifelong barriers, affecting access to education, healthcare, and basic rights. The crisis disproportionately impacts babies whose mothers were sexually assaulted amid the war, as registering such births carries deep social stigma. Without official recognition, these children risk remaining invisible to the state and its services for their entire lives.

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US Watchdog Finds DOGE's $110bn Savings Claims Inaccurate or Unverified

A US government watchdog has reviewed the Department of Government Efficiency's reported savings figures and found significant problems. The review determined that several of DOGE's claimed savings, part of a widely cited $110 billion total, were either incorrect or lacked sufficient supporting evidence. The findings raise questions about the reliability of the cost-cutting metrics promoted by the body. DOGE had been positioned as a key initiative to reduce federal government spending, making the accuracy of its reported figures a matter of public interest.

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Meta fined $567m in landmark child safety ruling by New Mexico court

A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $567 million in what is being described as the largest child safety ruling against a social media company. The fine targets Meta's handling of content and practices that have been found to harm children across its platforms. Meta is the parent company of Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, all of which were implicated in the ruling. The penalty adds to growing legal and regulatory pressure on the tech giant over its impact on younger users.

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India's Supreme Court Highlights Neglect of Pedestrian Safety in Cities

India's Supreme Court has drawn attention to the poor state of footpaths and pedestrian infrastructure across the country's cities. Despite being a nation where walking is the most common mode of daily travel, urban planning has largely sidelined the needs of pedestrians. Footpaths in many Indian cities are often broken, encroached upon, or absent altogether, making walking hazardous. The court's intervention signals growing concern over the systemic neglect of pedestrian safety in urban areas.

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African Football Nations Divided Over Support for FIFA President Infantino

Questions are mounting over whether African football nations continue to back FIFA president Gianni Infantino amid ongoing controversy surrounding his leadership. The African football confederation has not yet issued an official position on the matter. However, individual African footballing nations appear to hold varying views on the situation. The split in sentiment reflects broader uncertainty about Infantino's standing within one of FIFA's most influential voting blocs.

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TikTok creator Sydney Towle, who documented her cancer battle online, dies at 26

Sydney Towle, a 26-year-old TikTok creator, has passed away after a battle with cancer. She had built an online following by openly sharing her experiences of living with the disease, including both her hopes and hardships. Towle used her platform to give audiences an honest look at life as a young cancer patient. Her videos resonated with many viewers and brought attention to the realities faced by young people dealing with serious illness.

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South Korea lunar orbiter captures Moon crater left by SpaceX rocket debris

South Korea's space agency has released before-and-after images of the Moon's surface taken by its lunar orbiter. The photographs document the impact site created when a piece of SpaceX rocket debris struck the Moon on Wednesday. The orbiter, launched by Seoul's space program, was positioned to capture the change in the lunar surface following the collision. The images provide a visual record of the crater formed by the rocket fragment's crash landing.

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Thousands of Migrants Remain in Ceuta After Mass Morocco Border Crossing

Thousands of migrants are still present in the Spanish territory of Ceuta following a major border crisis, according to the region's top official. The mayor-president of Ceuta revealed that approximately 78,000 migrants crossed into the territory from neighbouring Morocco. The official also reported that around 100 deaths were recorded in connection with the crossings. Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the northern coast of Africa, has faced significant pressure managing the large influx of arrivals.

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Uefa warns boycott remains possible after FIFA backs Infantino

European football governing body Uefa has stated that FIFA's backing of president Gianni Infantino 'changes nothing' regarding a potential boycott. The support for Infantino was confirmed at a FIFA meeting held on Wednesday. The English Football Association has also withdrawn its support for the FIFA president. Uefa's firm stance signals that tensions between the European body and FIFA leadership remain unresolved.

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Houthi strikes on Marib and Hadramawt kill at least 30 Yemeni troops

Houthi forces have reportedly killed at least 30 Yemeni government soldiers in a series of attacks across central Yemen. The group claims to have deployed missiles and drones targeting what it described as Saudi military concentrations in the region. The strikes hit the provinces of Marib and Hadramawt, both strategically significant areas in the ongoing conflict. The attacks represent a continued escalation of hostilities between Houthi fighters and Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces.

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