Year: 2026

Katie Zacharia has been dismissed from her role as White House press secretary following a short period characterised by controversy over her legal credentials and job performance. Further details on the matter have been reported by Nancy Cordes.

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Londoners face significant disruption this weekend as multiple Tube lines, including the District and Piccadilly lines, undergo closures. Partial services are also impacted on several London Overground lines, including the Weaver and Windrush lines, and the Elizabeth line will operate at reduced capacity on Sunday.

Tirana is set to see a transformation with the proposed Tirana Fountain Plaza, a cloud-shaped skyscraper featuring residential, commercial, and cultural spaces.

Pope Leo XIV, recovering from lung cancer surgery, called Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging a ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine. The Vatican highlighted the dire humanitarian situation, with approximately 2,000 civilians needing safe evacuation and aid. Putin acknowledged the Pope’s humanitarian efforts and expressed gratitude for his involvement.

The Norte Fire in Orange County, Southern California, has destroyed at least six homes and prompted evacuation orders for 6,000 residences, as it spreads to 231 hectares, fuelled by intense temperatures and winds. Firefighters are actively combating the flames while evacuation shelters have been established.

Manitoba First Nations police and safety officers are set to receive $163.5 million from provincial and federal governments. However, some First Nation leaders have expressed concerns that this funding is insufficient to meet the needs of their communities.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin confirmed that multiple search warrants were executed on the same day as the search of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home. He described the investigation into possible immigration fraud as a “strong case” and noted potential prosecution under federal racketeering laws.

Police in Cologne have confiscated a robot after it made sexual gestures towards a 16-year-old girl during a night out, leading to two arrests.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez defended his government’s migration policy at the European Council summit, countering criticism from Czech, Danish, and Austrian leaders. He asserted Spain effectively manages irregular immigration, highlighting successful interceptions and returns, while rejecting claims of facilitating secondary migrant movements within the EU.