The ‘ordinary’ woman accused of assassinating a Russian commander in Crimea

A bomb killed Russian commander Robert Shageev in Sevastopol on 13 August. Police detained 32-year-old Margarita Reutt, who allegedly confessed to the attack for money. A friend said, “Rita believed that the country was going in the wrong direction.” Russia accused her of working for Ukrainian intelligence, but Kyiv stayed silent.

‘The country of my birth has lost its heart’: Miriam Margolyes on how to fix broken Britain

Miriam Margolyes says the country of her birth has lost its heart. She feels the Britain she grew up in is now unrecognisable. At 85, she said, “My heart is heavy with foreboding.” She worries that many things we took for granted are disappearing as the world turns nasty.

Tokyo area rattled by magnitude 5.9 quake, no tsunami alert issued. More than 20 injured.

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattled the Tokyo area early Sunday, injuring more than 20 people. Officials said most victims got hurt when they fell while trying to move in a panic. While the quake caused train delays and a water pipe rupture, no tsunami alert was issued for Japan.

Iran grants permission for some Iraqi oil tankers to pass through Hormuz

Iran granted permission for some Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. This followed repeated requests from Baghdad during recent diplomatic visits. Iraqi President Nizar Amidi said, “Everyone is keen to prevent Iraq from being dragged into the ongoing war in the region.” Traffic remains low.

Another Democratic rising star jibes at Trump over close aide Natalie Harp

Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed mocked Donald Trump on Saturday over his aide Natalie Harp. El-Sayed said, “Natalie, I think he's had a little too much iPad for the week. He needs his rest.” This follows recent reports about Harp’s social media posts during the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot.

Tropical Storm Moke poised to slam into Hawaii just days after Hurricane Lala

Tropical Storm Moke is poised to slam into Hawaii on Saturday evening, bringing heavy rains and strong winds. This comes just days after Hurricane Lala caused major damage. Governor Josh Green said, “There’s going to be a lot more to account for and we will be there to provide recovery.”

Karmelo Anthony: Texas judge denies request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet

A Texas judge denied a new trial for Karmelo Anthony on Saturday regarding the April 2025 stabbing death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf. Anthony got a 35-year prison sentence in June. His attorney said, “Our commitment to our client has not changed,” and confirmed they will now appeal the court’s decision.