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A former KLM CEO caused a flight to return to Amsterdam after his power bank ignited midair, setting part of the business class cabin on fire.
Vladimir Putin has been ridiculed for his online voting skills during Russia’s State Duma elections, with social media users commenting on his struggle with technology.
Russian film director Andrey Zvyagintsev has been designated a ‘foreign agent’ by the Kremlin following his criticism of the war in Ukraine. The Ministry of Justice accused him of spreading false information and noted his interactions with foreign entities while residing outside Russia.
A Texan man is cleared of child abuse claims after footage misidentified his Heimlich manoeuvre on his adopted son as wrongdoing in Bogotá, Colombia.
Oil dips to $80 per barrel, the lowest since March, on news of the Strait of Hormuz reopening as part of the Middle East live deal.
British father Ryan Pepper alleges he faces torture in a Dubai jail, claiming mistreatment and injuries observed by embassy officials during his detention.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy aims to conclude Russia’s war in Ukraine or secure a ceasefire before next winter, citing a lack of genuine Russian willingness to negotiate. Emphasising air defence strengthening, he discussed production licences for US-made Patriot systems with G7 leaders, including US President Donald Trump.
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology has warned that a very strong El Niño weather pattern has formed, potentially becoming one of the most intense seen in 70 years. This is expected to exacerbate adverse conditions, including reduced rainfall and increased temperatures, affecting agriculture and food supplies.
The US and Iran aim for an immediate end to military operations, detailed in the memorandum of understanding.
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