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The death toll from a powerful earthquake in southwestern Japan has risen to 34, authorities said on Friday. The magnitude 7.1 quake struck near Uki on Tuesday, causing widespread destruction. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged residents to remain vigilant for aftershocks as communities now face water shortages and summer heat.
World-renowned climber Nirmal Purja is among 10 people feared missing after an avalanche struck Broad Peak in Pakistan. The Alpine Club of Pakistan said they got reports of the incident on Thursday. Officials are now working to start a search and rescue operation as weather conditions allow for the team.
Donald Trump claimed a breakthrough for the complete disarmament of Hamas in Gaza. He said the agreement “will be carried out in carefully structured phases” to ensure regional security. The plan involves a new Palestinian government and international forces. Meanwhile, Iran reported targeting US military facilities at a Kuwait base.
A large piece of space junk crashed into a village in Mukuku, Kenya, one December afternoon. The metal object, wider than a school bus, landed in farmland and startled local residents. John Mukunuu said, “People were thinking this is the end of the world.” Officials later arrived to secure the site.
Donald Trump said a deal was reached for the complete disarmament of Hamas in Gaza. However, briefings from both sides showed disputes over the plan that could be hard to fix. Meanwhile, international laws are ignored as conflict zones face attacks, leaving healthcare workers and the injured in great danger.
The Justice Department asked a federal judge on Thursday to deport Nazira Haji Zada, an Afghan woman accused of supporting ISIS. Prosecutors said she helped a plot to attack voters on Election Day 2024. Acting attorney general Todd Blanche said the case shows a family aiding a mass casualty attack.
The Senate health committee on Thursday advanced the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz for C.D.C. director to a full Senate vote. Many members supported her, though some senators worried about her ability to challenge policies. She previously served as a deputy surgeon general and has publicly supported childhood vaccines.
The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton on Tuesday to lead the U.S. intelligence community in a 51 to 47 vote. Clayton replaced Bill Pulte, who recently cut many staff members. Senator Mark Warner said, "I came away from his confirmation process with serious reservations about whether he would be willing."
Many English sports fans dislike 'God Save The King' as a national anthem. A 2010 YouGov poll showed 52.5 per cent of fans preferred 'Jerusalem'. Mike Kenny said, "As a piece of music, it is not stirring or uplifting." England often uses other songs because the anthem lacks local identity.
Historian Peter Frankopan says wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are part of one story. He believes powerful nations often misjudge weaker rivals while middle powers gain influence. These conflicts show how global dynamics shifted. Frankopan noted, "Powerful men often miscalculate," highlighting the risks leaders face in today's world.
US President Donald Trump said he is considering withdrawing Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general as Senate confirmation stalls. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis are withholding support over a controversial compensation fund. Trump said, "I have no objection to temporarily withdrawing Todd's name, if they do not do the right thing."
Thousands of migrants entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta on Thursday by climbing fences or swimming. Spain mobilized its military to reinforce border security after 1,500 people arrived in recent days. Juan Jesús Vivas said, “We are in a situation of total humanitarian and social emergency” amid rising political tensions.