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Uganda's King Oyo buried amid calls for unity over his successor
A TV news presenter has been named as the traditional kingdom of Tooro's new monarch but the late king's family claim he chose an heir.

Saudi Arabia’s Oil ‘Lifeline’ Was Attacked. Here’s What to Know.
A drone attack from Iraq forced Saudi Arabia to close its East-West pipeline, the kingdom said, threatening a key workaround to Iran’s Persian Gulf blockade.

Death Toll From Ferry Fire in the Philippines Rises to 76
Rescuers were still searching for victims days after a fire broke out on the June Aster en route to a popular tourist site. At least 43 people survived.
Will the Houthi attacks activate the Mecca Pact?
If there is a Saudi request, Pakistan and Turkiye will intervene, but direct involvement in the Yemen war is unlikely.

Number of UK anti-migrant vigilante groups surges in last 18 months
Exclusive: Many ‘use community protection as a cover for racist thuggery’, raising concerns about fresh disorderAt least 28 anti-migrant vigilante groups have formed in the UK in …
DR Congo’s worst Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases
DRC detected the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo virus in mid-May; nearly 3,400 people have since died.

Anthropic boss Dario Amodei calls for AI development to slow down
Amodei's call comes amid growing concerns that AI models may become able to inflict serious damage worldwide.

‘We must slow the pace’: CEO of Anthropic calls for an AI slowdown
In a social media post, Dario Amodei proposed a plan including third-party evaluations of AI systemsThe CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic issued a new appeal on…
As Iran proxies activate in Yemen and Iraq, Trump’s Mideast morass deepens
Two of the most important corridors for international energy shipments are blocked by Iran and its proxies, oil prices are up and the global economy is reeling.
US court rejects Trump’s emergency order keeping Michigan coal plant open
The ruling says the Energy Department exceeded its authority by extending the plant’s operation.
At least seven killed in fire at prison in northern Syria
Inmates rioted following protests in the city of Kobane over the killing of former Kurdish fighter, state media reports.

Iran Finds Escalation Is a Fruitful Path to Leverage in War With U.S.
Iran and its allies now hold sway over two key oil shipping routes, and Tehran is setting the stage for a diplomatic win that could enhance its stature.
Danish FA allege FIFA Legal Committee evaded questions on Infantino’s plan
FIFA Legal Committee accused of evading questions on controversial World Cup proposal put forward by Gianni Infantino.

Death toll from Philippines ferry fire rises to 76, with more still missing
Access to the burnt-out boat has been slowed by toxic fumes and lingering heat, the country's coast guard says.

Burial of King Oyo takes place in Uganda as news anchor prepares for throne
Royal guards carry casket through streets of Fort Portal amid row over appointment of Edward Rukidi KijanangomaUganda’s King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, long the world’s y…
Police in Barcelona clash with Catalan national day activists
Spanish police charged at left-wing protesters in Barcelona on Catalonia's National Day.

French officials investigate if malicious act caused train derailment
Officials say a rail fragment was found on the tracks after Friday's crash of a passenger train that left 44 people injured.

French officials investigate if malicious act caused train derailment
Officials say a rail fragment was found on the tracks after Friday's crash of a passenger train that left 44 people injured.

Teen boy rescued after days adrift in Alaskan waters
The 15-year-old boy was rescued while the other two passengers from the capsized fishing vessel, his brother and cousin, died.
Ukraine: Several killed in series of Russian strikes
Local authorities said several civilians were killed and dozens more wounded across Ukraine by Russian strikes. Meanwhile, the Kremlin has rejected Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal …

Donations of £72m make Reform’s prospects both rosier and riskier
Party can boost its campaign power with funds from billionaire backers, but it can also lose support from ordinary BritonsAll things being equal, pretty much any political strateg…
Iranian official tells Al Jazeera IAEA ruling was imposed by US and Israel
Iranian official tells Al Jazeera an IAEA resolution on Tehran’s nuclear safeguards was ‘imposed’ by the US and Israel

Taxes wouldn’t fund $5,000 Trump ‘dividend’ if Republicans win midterms, says commerce secretary
Lutnick said $500bn of estimated $1tn needed to fund checks to all US adults could come from new visa programDonald Trump’s controversial proposal to give a $5,000 “dividend” to a…
England survive Pakistan scare to seal 3-0 Test series sweep
England overcome early tremors to win third Test against Pakistan by eight wickets, clinching a series whitewash.
Trump says a unified Ireland would be ‘fantastic’ during Irish visit
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham maintains there is not enough popular support for Northern Ireland to leave the UK.
Russia can’t be isolated as long as it has the Far East
Vladivostok is anchoring Moscow’s turn to Asia through ports, industry, transport and trade ties that sanctions can’t stop Read Full Article at RT.com

Six Nigerians extradited to US over $6M online romance scam
Alleged members of Black Axe criminal network that swindled US women out of $6m flown from South AfricaSix Nigerian nationals linked to an organized criminal network that allegedl…

