Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption Netanyahu condemns settler attack in flashpoint West Bank village Nepal resumes flood rescue, seeks technical help and billions of dollars A look at the deadliest Russian attacks on Ukraine this year Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption Netanyahu condemns settler attack in flashpoint West Bank village Nepal resumes flood rescue, seeks technical help and billions of dollars A look at the deadliest Russian attacks on Ukraine this year World Norway's new king remembers 'my dear father' in first speech Haakon VIII pays emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, before outlining how he wishes to reign. BBC 4 min read Norway's new king remembers 'my dear father' in first speech Haakon VIII pays emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, before outlining how he wishes to reign. Celebrity Norway: New king pays emotional tribute to late father in first speech Norway's new King Haakon VIII paid an emotional tribute to his late father, King Harald V, in his first address to the nation since ascending to the throne. "Thank you for being such a good dad to Märtha and me," Haakon said on Saturday evening in a speech broadcast on Norwegian television and radio. dpa 2 min read Norway: New king pays emotional tribute to late father in first speech Norway's new King Haakon VIII paid an emotional tribute to his late father, King Harald V, in his first address to the nation since ascending to the throne. "Thank you for being such a good dad to Märtha and me," Haakon said on Saturday evening in a speech broadcast on Norwegian television and radio. World Rescuers dig into tunnel as missing toll from Nepal, China flood nears 3,000 Rescuers in Nepal and China on Saturday battled to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan region, engulfing entire villages.- Pilgrimage route - Nepal reported a death toll of 675 people on Saturday. AFP 182 4 min read Rescuers dig into tunnel as missing toll from Nepal, China flood nears 3,000 Rescuers in Nepal and China on Saturday battled to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan region, engulfing entire villages.- Pilgrimage route - Nepal reported a death toll of 675 people on Saturday. World Haitian gangs release 13 captives after mass kidnapping in Kenscoff The attack in Kenscoff killed at least 47 people and resulted in the kidnapping of more than 50, as gangs exert control. Al Jazeera 4 min read Haitian gangs release 13 captives after mass kidnapping in Kenscoff The attack in Kenscoff killed at least 47 people and resulted in the kidnapping of more than 50, as gangs exert control. World Pakistan suspends eight officials over hospital fire that killed 14 babies Interim inquiry finds lack of fire safety protocols at Islamabad hospital, prompting suspensions and criminal probe. Al Jazeera 2 min read Pakistan suspends eight officials over hospital fire that killed 14 babies Interim inquiry finds lack of fire safety protocols at Islamabad hospital, prompting suspensions and criminal probe. World Trump-shaped ecstasy pills are potentially lethal, Dutch institute says Ecstasy pills shaped to look like President Trump contain a high concentration of the chemical PMMA, which could potentially be lethal, a Dutch institute said. CBS News 1 min read Trump-shaped ecstasy pills are potentially lethal, Dutch institute says Ecstasy pills shaped to look like President Trump contain a high concentration of the chemical PMMA, which could potentially be lethal, a Dutch institute said. World King Haakon thanks King Harald 'for being such a good dad' as memorial details are revealed In his first speech as monarch, King Haakon has paid tribute to the late King Harald, with his words coming as memorial services for his late father were confirmed Hello! 3 min read King Haakon thanks King Harald 'for being such a good dad' as memorial details are revealed In his first speech as monarch, King Haakon has paid tribute to the late King Harald, with his words coming as memorial services for his late father were confirmed World In London, son's agonising wait for news of parents missing in Nepal-Tibet floods Since a catastrophic flood struck the border area between Nepal and Tibet, Prajval Haldia in London has had no word from his parents who were on a pilgrimage in the region at the time."We know that they had left for the border crossing at Gyirong in the morning, and there's been no contact from them since they reached at least the Nepalese side of the border crossing, and they're on their way into China or Tibet"," Haldia explained. AFP 2 min read In London, son's agonising wait for news of parents missing in Nepal-Tibet floods Since a catastrophic flood struck the border area between Nepal and Tibet, Prajval Haldia in London has had no word from his parents who were on a pilgrimage in the region at the time."We know that they had left for the border crossing at Gyirong in the morning, and there's been no contact from them since they reached at least the Nepalese side of the border crossing, and they're on their way into China or Tibet"," Haldia explained. World Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China. BBC 359 6 min read Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China. World Turkiye summons Ukraine ambassador over Black Sea attacks Two Turkish-operated vessels have been struck this week as a result of the war between Russia and Ukraine. Al Jazeera 2 min read Turkiye summons Ukraine ambassador over Black Sea attacks Two Turkish-operated vessels have been struck this week as a result of the war between Russia and Ukraine. World Violence continues in West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers Fresh violence has broken out in a West Bank village that has been besieged by Israeli settlers for weeks, with dozens of Israeli rioters barricading themselves inside a Palestinian home, the Israeli military confirmed on Saturday. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said there had been reports of violent confrontations in the village of Qusra, including stone-throwing at Palestinians. dpa 1 min read Violence continues in West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers Fresh violence has broken out in a West Bank village that has been besieged by Israeli settlers for weeks, with dozens of Israeli rioters barricading themselves inside a Palestinian home, the Israeli military confirmed on Saturday. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said there had been reports of violent confrontations in the village of Qusra, including stone-throwing at Palestinians. Lifestyle The world’s 50 “smartest” cities list has dropped, and only four U.S. spots made the ranking When you think of a "smart city," certain tropes often come to mind: neon-lit skyscrapers, autonomous vehicle lanes and daily activities completed with the flash of a palm or tap of a button on your phone. However, the true mark of urban intelligence lies in human-centered design. Time Out US 2 min read The world’s 50 “smartest” cities list has dropped, and only four U.S. spots made the ranking When you think of a "smart city," certain tropes often come to mind: neon-lit skyscrapers, autonomous vehicle lanes and daily activities completed with the flash of a palm or tap of a button on your phone. However, the true mark of urban intelligence lies in human-centered design. World Mapped: The World’s Safest and Least Safe Cities in 2026 Where are the safest cities in the world? Doha, Dubai, and Taipei lead the 2026 ranking based on perceptions of crime and safety. Visual Capitalist 3 min read Mapped: The World’s Safest and Least Safe Cities in 2026 Where are the safest cities in the world? Doha, Dubai, and Taipei lead the 2026 ranking based on perceptions of crime and safety. World Nepal flash flood deaths surpass 600, with around 3,000 still missing A Nepali Army spokesperson said early Saturday that helicopter operations were on hold until weather conditions improved. CBS News 8 min read Nepal flash flood deaths surpass 600, with around 3,000 still missing A Nepali Army spokesperson said early Saturday that helicopter operations were on hold until weather conditions improved. World Nepal death toll rises from massive flood as thousands still missing The wall of water that descended caused destruction at least 62 miles downriver. Good Morning America 4 min read Nepal death toll rises from massive flood as thousands still missing The wall of water that descended caused destruction at least 62 miles downriver. World At least 37 killed in Bucha, Ukraine, following Russian strike Another 42 people, including four children, were injured. Good Morning America 2 min read At least 37 killed in Bucha, Ukraine, following Russian strike Another 42 people, including four children, were injured. World Seven charged with Trump golf vandalism accused of "terrorist connection" Graffiti was put on the clubhouse at the Trump Turnberry hotel in Scotland on March 8. Newsweek US 3 min read Seven charged with Trump golf vandalism accused of "terrorist connection" Graffiti was put on the clubhouse at the Trump Turnberry hotel in Scotland on March 8. World Soldiers open fire on Niger’s presidential palace in attempted coup Mutinous soldiers attacked the president’s palace and an air base in Niger on Saturday in a suspected coup attempt against the embattled African state’s ruling junta. The Telegraph 3 min read Soldiers open fire on Niger’s presidential palace in attempted coup Mutinous soldiers attacked the president’s palace and an air base in Niger on Saturday in a suspected coup attempt against the embattled African state’s ruling junta. World At least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv weapons depot An investigation has begun into the storage of weapons for Ukraine's military near a residential area. BBC 497 4 min read At least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv weapons depot An investigation has begun into the storage of weapons for Ukraine's military near a residential area. World Turkey’s Homegrown Armed Drones Are Now Ubiquitous In The Arab World In the span of a few years, Turkey has sold its homegrown drones to most of the Arab World, stretching from Qatar in the Persian Gulf to Morocco bordering the Atlantic. Forbes 7 min read Turkey’s Homegrown Armed Drones Are Now Ubiquitous In The Arab World In the span of a few years, Turkey has sold its homegrown drones to most of the Arab World, stretching from Qatar in the Persian Gulf to Morocco bordering the Atlantic. World Soldiers' mutiny rocks Niger capital, as junta claims to be back in control Mutinying soldiers led armed clashes in Niger's capital Saturday, alarming residents, but the ruling junta said it had largely wrested back control after hours of heavy exchanges around some of its most sensitive sites.Niger's ruling junta later declared, in a statement read on state television, that it "gradually took back control" after hours of clashes. AFP 4 min read Soldiers' mutiny rocks Niger capital, as junta claims to be back in control Mutinying soldiers led armed clashes in Niger's capital Saturday, alarming residents, but the ruling junta said it had largely wrested back control after hours of heavy exchanges around some of its most sensitive sites.Niger's ruling junta later declared, in a statement read on state television, that it "gradually took back control" after hours of clashes. US 8 officials suspended after probe into Pakistan hospital fire that killed 14 newborns Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday ordered the suspension of eight officials and directed that criminal proceedings be initiated against those found responsible for a fire that killed 14 newborns at an Islamabad hospital, his office said. Sharif issued the orders after an investigative committee headed by retired senior civil servant Shahid Khan presented its interim report on Wednesday’s fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, or PIMS, his office said in a statement. The fire was confined to a third-floor nursery but officials said it spread so quickly that staff were able to rescue only one baby from among the 15 being cared for there. Associated Press 2 min read 8 officials suspended after probe into Pakistan hospital fire that killed 14 newborns Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday ordered the suspension of eight officials and directed that criminal proceedings be initiated against those found responsible for a fire that killed 14 newborns at an Islamabad hospital, his office said. Sharif issued the orders after an investigative committee headed by retired senior civil servant Shahid Khan presented its interim report on Wednesday’s fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, or PIMS, his office said in a statement. The fire was confined to a third-floor nursery but officials said it spread so quickly that staff were able to rescue only one baby from among the 15 being cared for there.

World Ukraine: 37 dead near Kyiv after ammunition depot hit At least 37 people are dead in Ukraine and many more wounded after a Russian drone hit an ammunition warehouse, causing explosions and fire. UPI 2 min read Ukraine: 37 dead near Kyiv after ammunition depot hit At least 37 people are dead in Ukraine and many more wounded after a Russian drone hit an ammunition warehouse, causing explosions and fire. World Mayor Klitschko: Several people injured in fresh drone attacks on Kiev At least one person was killed and eight others injured in Russian drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital on Saturday, authorities said. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Telegram that the person killed was a two-year-old girl. dpa 1 min read Mayor Klitschko: Several people injured in fresh drone attacks on Kiev At least one person was killed and eight others injured in Russian drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital on Saturday, authorities said. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Telegram that the person killed was a two-year-old girl. World US couple recounts miraculous Nepal escape as missing toll goes past 3,000 'I could see this monster thing coming down, and I didn't know if it was water. I thought it was fire.' Newsweek US 4 min read US couple recounts miraculous Nepal escape as missing toll goes past 3,000 'I could see this monster thing coming down, and I didn't know if it was water. I thought it was fire.' World Nepal calls for 'global effort' to address climate change after devastating flash floods A glacier collapse likely sparked Wednesday's floods in the Himalayan border region, killing at least 626 people, authorities say. BBC 150 1 min read Nepal calls for 'global effort' to address climate change after devastating flash floods A glacier collapse likely sparked Wednesday's floods in the Himalayan border region, killing at least 626 people, authorities say. World Netanyahu condemns rioters after weeks of West Bank settler violence, and other Middle East news Israel's prime minister has spoken out after weeks of settler violence in the occupied West Bank and condemned the actions of a “handful of rioters.” Israeli strikes and fire have killed three Palestinians in Gaza. Associated Press 4 min read Netanyahu condemns rioters after weeks of West Bank settler violence, and other Middle East news Israel's prime minister has spoken out after weeks of settler violence in the occupied West Bank and condemned the actions of a “handful of rioters.” Israeli strikes and fire have killed three Palestinians in Gaza. World Where German troops train with live ammunition: Euronews on NATO’s eastern flank Eurofighters, Leopards, drones and helicopters – Euronews reports from military exercises in Lithuania. On NATO’s eastern flank, germansoldiers are preparing for a real-life emergency. We accompany a tank crew from the Lithuanian Brigade and electronic warfare units right on the border with Belarus. Euronews 6 min read Where German troops train with live ammunition: Euronews on NATO’s eastern flank Eurofighters, Leopards, drones and helicopters – Euronews reports from military exercises in Lithuania. On NATO’s eastern flank, germansoldiers are preparing for a real-life emergency. We accompany a tank crew from the Lithuanian Brigade and electronic warfare units right on the border with Belarus. US ‘I Bear No Guilt’: Fugitive Son of Cartel Leader Denies Responsibility in Death of TikTok Influencer Girlfriend The fugitive son of a Mexican cartel leader denied he and his father were involved in the killing of his TikTok influencer girlfriend in a new interview. Mediaite 2 min read ‘I Bear No Guilt’: Fugitive Son of Cartel Leader Denies Responsibility in Death of TikTok Influencer Girlfriend The fugitive son of a Mexican cartel leader denied he and his father were involved in the killing of his TikTok influencer girlfriend in a new interview. World Britain ‘must brace for more Iranian cyber attacks’ Britain’s energy infrastructure could face further attacks from Iran, a former US cyber chief has warned. The Telegraph 4 min read Britain ‘must brace for more Iranian cyber attacks’ Britain’s energy infrastructure could face further attacks from Iran, a former US cyber chief has warned. World Russian strike blows up arms depot near Kyiv, killing 37 Russia struck an arms depot near Kyiv overnight, sparking fires and explosions that killed 37 people and wounded dozens of others, authorities said Saturday.At least 37 people were killed, among them the mayor of the nearby town of Dmytrivka, Kyiv region governor Tymur Tkachenko said on Telegram. AFP 3 min read Russian strike blows up arms depot near Kyiv, killing 37 Russia struck an arms depot near Kyiv overnight, sparking fires and explosions that killed 37 people and wounded dozens of others, authorities said Saturday.At least 37 people were killed, among them the mayor of the nearby town of Dmytrivka, Kyiv region governor Tymur Tkachenko said on Telegram. World Taliban sends team to Germany to assist Afghan deportations Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have temporarily sent more personnel to Germany under an agreement with the government in Berlin aimed at facilitating the planned deportation of hundreds of Afghans to their home country. "In order to achieve the objective agreed in the coalition agreement of carrying out repatriations to Afghanistan, documents must be issued that are recognized by the de facto government," the Foreign Office in Berlin stated on Saturday. dpa 2 min read Taliban sends team to Germany to assist Afghan deportations Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have temporarily sent more personnel to Germany under an agreement with the government in Berlin aimed at facilitating the planned deportation of hundreds of Afghans to their home country. "In order to achieve the objective agreed in the coalition agreement of carrying out repatriations to Afghanistan, documents must be issued that are recognized by the de facto government," the Foreign Office in Berlin stated on Saturday. World Death toll from mudslides, flooding at Nepal-China border climbs past 670, nearly 3,000 missing Nepal's flood and mudslide death toll reaches more than 670 with nearly 3,000 missing as rain and fog halt search and rescue operations in the disaster zone. Fox News 3 min read Death toll from mudslides, flooding at Nepal-China border climbs past 670, nearly 3,000 missing Nepal's flood and mudslide death toll reaches more than 670 with nearly 3,000 missing as rain and fog halt search and rescue operations in the disaster zone. World The old pillar: Israel’s kibbutzim have changed beyond recognition - so what keeps them alive? DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Israel's kibbutzim and moshavim have shed many of their founding structures, but October 7 revealed that their social bonds and communal identity remain deeply resilient. For much of Israel’s history, the kibbutz and moshav were not simply places to live. The Jerusalem Post 9 min read The old pillar: Israel’s kibbutzim have changed beyond recognition - so what keeps them alive? DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Israel's kibbutzim and moshavim have shed many of their founding structures, but October 7 revealed that their social bonds and communal identity remain deeply resilient. For much of Israel’s history, the kibbutz and moshav were not simply places to live. World Israeli attacks in Gaza kill four people, hit hospital supply warehouse Gaza’s Health Ministry reports rising casualties amid escalated Israeli attacks, with victims trapped under rubble. Al Jazeera 2 min read Israeli attacks in Gaza kill four people, hit hospital supply warehouse Gaza’s Health Ministry reports rising casualties amid escalated Israeli attacks, with victims trapped under rubble. World Lebanon archaeological finds showcase rich heritage despite war woes From a Roman temple to ancient olive presses, Lebanon keeps turning up archaeological treasures even as the latest Israel-Hezbollah war has caused excavations to grind to a halt at precious heritage sites in the country's south.Samar Karam, in charge of archaeological sites in north Lebanon, said a Roman-era olive press was found on private property along with pottery weights and items for textile production. AFP 4 min read Lebanon archaeological finds showcase rich heritage despite war woes From a Roman temple to ancient olive presses, Lebanon keeps turning up archaeological treasures even as the latest Israel-Hezbollah war has caused excavations to grind to a halt at precious heritage sites in the country's south.Samar Karam, in charge of archaeological sites in north Lebanon, said a Roman-era olive press was found on private property along with pottery weights and items for textile production. World 27 Dead, 7 Injured After Minibus Taxi Carrying Church Members Collides with Truck The incident occurred on a major highway near Chivhu town, in Zimbabwe, on Friday, Aug. 28 People 2 min read 27 Dead, 7 Injured After Minibus Taxi Carrying Church Members Collides with Truck The incident occurred on a major highway near Chivhu town, in Zimbabwe, on Friday, Aug. 28 World Rebellious youth wing of Germany's AfD gathers before key election The youth wing of the Alternative for Germany party was gathering for a national congress on Saturday, ahead of a key election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt that could see the far-right AfD take power for the first time. At the event in the eastern city of Magdeburg, the Generation Deutschland (GD) youth organization aims to define its stance on European policy and, in doing so, to distance itself from the parent party's line. dpa 3 min read Rebellious youth wing of Germany's AfD gathers before key election The youth wing of the Alternative for Germany party was gathering for a national congress on Saturday, ahead of a key election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt that could see the far-right AfD take power for the first time. At the event in the eastern city of Magdeburg, the Generation Deutschland (GD) youth organization aims to define its stance on European policy and, in doing so, to distance itself from the parent party's line. World Taliban sends team to Germany to assist Afghan deportations Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have temporarily sent more personnel to Germany under an agreement with the government in Berlin aimed at facilitating the planned deportation of hundreds of Afghans to their home country. "In order to achieve the objective agreed in the coalition agreement of carrying out repatriations to Afghanistan, documents must be issued that are recognized by the de facto government," the Foreign Office in Berlin stated on Saturday. dpa 1 min read Taliban sends team to Germany to assist Afghan deportations Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have temporarily sent more personnel to Germany under an agreement with the government in Berlin aimed at facilitating the planned deportation of hundreds of Afghans to their home country. "In order to achieve the objective agreed in the coalition agreement of carrying out repatriations to Afghanistan, documents must be issued that are recognized by the de facto government," the Foreign Office in Berlin stated on Saturday. World Nepal: 626 dead, more than 3,000 missing in flash flood The lake that threatened to overflow in the flood-ravaged area of Nepal is now empty but coming rains could threaten the area again. UPI 3 min read Nepal: 626 dead, more than 3,000 missing in flash flood The lake that threatened to overflow in the flood-ravaged area of Nepal is now empty but coming rains could threaten the area again. Celebrity What is the new Order of Succession to the Norwegian throne following King Harald's death? Now that King Haakon VIII is the new monarch of Norway, what does the rest of the line of succession look like? Find out here… Hello! 3 min read What is the new Order of Succession to the Norwegian throne following King Harald's death? Now that King Haakon VIII is the new monarch of Norway, what does the rest of the line of succession look like? Find out here… World Canada's plan for the world's largest nuclear plant alarms Ontario town still cleaning up waste "The people here have been exploited and they have borne the price of this and we say no more." The Cool Down 3 min read Canada's plan for the world's largest nuclear plant alarms Ontario town still cleaning up waste "The people here have been exploited and they have borne the price of this and we say no more." Science Hooded vultures, the small scavengers fighting for survival in Africa Learn how endangered hooded vultures help ecosystems while facing threats from hunting, poisoning, and habitat loss. Great Big Story 2 min read Hooded vultures, the small scavengers fighting for survival in Africa Learn how endangered hooded vultures help ecosystems while facing threats from hunting, poisoning, and habitat loss. World Rebellious youth wing of Germany's AfD gathers before key election The youth wing of the Alternative for Germany party was gathering for a national congress on Saturday, ahead of a key election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt that could see the far-right AfD take power for the first time. At the event in the eastern city of Magdeburg, the Generation Deutschland (GD) youth organization aims to define its stance on European policy and, in doing so, to distance itself from the parent party's line. dpa 2 min read Rebellious youth wing of Germany's AfD gathers before key election The youth wing of the Alternative for Germany party was gathering for a national congress on Saturday, ahead of a key election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt that could see the far-right AfD take power for the first time. At the event in the eastern city of Magdeburg, the Generation Deutschland (GD) youth organization aims to define its stance on European policy and, in doing so, to distance itself from the parent party's line. World Archbishop of Canterbury ‘shocked’ at Christian festival death The Archbishop of Canterbury said she was “sad and shocked” to hear that a man died after a large sign fell at a Christian festival. The Telegraph 4 min read Archbishop of Canterbury ‘shocked’ at Christian festival death The Archbishop of Canterbury said she was “sad and shocked” to hear that a man died after a large sign fell at a Christian festival. US Search efforts continue as deaths pass 600 in Nepal flood disaster More than 600 are dead and nearly 3,000 are missing after a huge landslide sent rock, mud and debris through Nepal. USA TODAY 3 min read Search efforts continue as deaths pass 600 in Nepal flood disaster More than 600 are dead and nearly 3,000 are missing after a huge landslide sent rock, mud and debris through Nepal. Products and Services Products and Services