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A wild boar caused chaos in Zaragoza as police chased it through the city, eventually leading to its euthanisation after it entered a nightclub during a festival.

POPE’S RETURN
Pope pledges gradual return to public duties following cancer surgery this morning.
Faithful express optimism over his health and leadership in the Vatican.

What’s going on?
A major fire broke out at the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright following a deadly incident. Authorities have reported multiple injuries as emergency services respond to the situation.
Coverage varies, with AP News stating, “Major fire breaks out at Alberta after deadly incident at Canadian military base,” focusing on the event itself. In contrast, CNN headlines, “Several dead after major fire breaks out at Canada military base,” emphasising the fatalities involved and the implications of the fire.
Coverage analysed: AP News | CNN | People.com | The New York Times

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that Ukraine lacks access to Starshield, the military-grade version of Starlink, while a request for its use in deep strikes within Russia is currently being discussed. Rubio emphasised the differences between Starlink and Starshield, citing regulatory distinctions.

An 86-year-old woman has died and two others injured in a knife attack at St Vitus-Stift retirement home in Germany, prompting a homicide investigation.

A 22-year-old man has died after falling from the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, with authorities investigating the incident as a suspected suicide.

Albanian police employed rubber bullets during clashes with protesters in Tirana, marking a decisive escalation in five days of unrest demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation. The demonstrations have been intensified by student involvement, highlighting grievances over education costs and government corruption. Authorities reported numerous injuries and arrests.

A man and woman have been charged in connection with a suspected arson attack in Waterford that resulted in the deaths of four family members.

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

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.