Russia in flames as ferocious Ukraine drone strikes trigger mayhem and devastation
In recent weeks, Kyiv has stepped up its efforts to destroy critical Russian infrastructure deep inside the country.
Day: August 28, 2025
Massive Russian strikes pound Ukraine’s capital Kyiv overnight
A “massive” Russian attack on Kyiv early Thursday killed at least 12 people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian authorities said. Powerful explosions shook the Ukrainian capital overnight, lighting up the sky and leaving a column of smoke as emergency …
Iran warns Europe IAEA interaction will stop if ‘snapback’ activated
An Iranian official has warned the UK, France, and Germany that it would stop interaction with the United Nations nuclear watchdog if the trio managed to have the United Nations Security Council restore its sanctions against Tehran.
How ChatGPT-powered companionship dolls from Hyodol are helping ease loneliness among older adults in South Korea, as the company aims for a US debut in 2026 (Michelle Kim/Rest of World)
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How ChatGPT-powered companionship dolls from Hyodol are helping ease loneliness among older adults in South Korea, as the company aims for a US debut in 2026 — A ChatGPT-powered robotic companion called…
EU’s Kyiv base damaged in Russian drone attack, Commission says
The Russian attack killed 10 people in other parts of the city, wounded 38 and damaged buildings across seven districts, Ukrainian officials said.
Ukraine hits Russian cruise missile carrier near occupied Crimea, intelligence claims – The Kyiv Independent
Ukraine hits Russian cruise missile carrier near occupied Crimea, intelligence claims The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian forces strike Russian Kalibr missile carrier in Sea of Azov UkrinformUkraine Takes Russia’s Kalibr Corvette Out of…
Iran sets new solar power generation record as renewable capacity grows
Iran has set a new record in solar power generation, with output from its solar plants reaching 800 megawatts on August 26, according to the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA).
Hong Kong Media Mogul Jimmy Lai’s Trial Wraps Up
The national security trial of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong media tycoon, closed on Thursday. The critic of the Chinese Community Party has become a symbol of how free speech has been squashed in the city.
“Your Sons Will Be Beheaded”: US Politician Burns Quran, Shares Video
A Republican candidate running for the 31st Congressional District seat in Texas has burned a copy of the Holy Quran and vowed to end Islam in the state.
AP journalist’s final pics show spot where she was killed by IDF at Nasser Hospital – The Times of Israel
AP journalist’s final pics show spot where she was killed by IDF at Nasser Hospital The Times of IsraelJournalist Mariam Dagga’s final images show where she was killed by an Israeli strike in Gaza AP NewsReuters stopped sharing Ga…