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President Trump has claimed the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory and threatened to bomb Oman, while Iran refuses to reopen the vital waterway until U.S. sanctions and blockades are lifted.

The US-Iran peace memorandum has expired without a deal. President Trump has demanded Iranian surrender and threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US control over the Strait of Hormuz.

The US has sanctioned ICC President Tomoko Akane and lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, escalating a campaign to dismantle the court over investigations into Israel and Gaza.

Meta faces a major federal trial in California as 29 states allege the company designed Facebook and Instagram to addict minors and violated child privacy laws, seeking massive financial penalties.

Iran has announced a $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers, doubling for women. The move follows the expiration of a 60-day peace MOU and rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices surged above $90 per barrel as the US-Iran truce expired. Tensions rose following threats from Donald Trump regarding Oman and Iran's shift toward an offensive military posture.

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo is the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths and 4,945 cases. The Bundibugyo strain is spreading rapidly, and no approved vaccine or treatment currently exists

The Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in the DRC has become the deadliest in the country's history, with over 5,000 cases and 2,300 deaths. The WHO warns of high risks of international spread.

President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory following the defeat of Iran, a claim Tehran rejected as a violation of sovereignty.

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for the nightly killing of 30-40 Palestinians in Gaza and advocated for mass emigration and Israeli settlement expansion, drawing international condemnation.

The death toll from Venezuela's June twin earthquakes has reached 6,438. Authorities are managing a massive housing crisis, with over 24,000 homes uninhabitable and 4,000 new homes promised by year-end.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has caused hundreds of deaths and massive infrastructure damage. The government has declared a national emergency and launched the ‘Fondo Milagro’ for reconstruction.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has killed 294 people and left 320 missing. Massive infrastructure damage is reported, prompting $200 million in World Bank aid and international rescue efforts.

A strengthening El Niño, potentially one of the strongest since 1950, is expected to persist into 2027, bringing risks of extreme heat, drought, and tropical storms to the Americas and affecting global weather.

US envoy Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders and Egyptian President al-Sisi to push a 15-point Gaza peace plan. Hamas supports the roadmap, but Benjamin Netanyahu rejects it, demanding full disarmament first.

A cyberattack on healthcare software provider MyDr has potentially exposed the personal and medical data of 18.8 million people in Poland, prompting government warnings and security precautions.

A potentially record-breaking El Niño is developing, with experts warning it could be the strongest since 1950, causing extreme weather, forest fires, and economic disruptions through 2027.

A commercial vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing engine damage and one casualty. The incident follows the expiration of a US-Iran memorandum of understanding.

Lake Powell has hit a record low water level, following a historic low at Lake Mead. The decline threatens water supplies for 40 million people and risks halting hydroelectric power generation.

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, centered in Chocó. The disaster has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries, widespread building collapses, and prompted a national state of emergency.

Five years into Taliban rule, Afghanistan faces a severe women's rights crisis and humanitarian emergency, with millions of girls denied education and local women's organizations facing closure due to funding.

The U.S. and Canada are in intense trade talks to avert 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods, scheduled for August 19, 2026, targeting sectors like dairy, wine, and cement.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced a record 2027 defense budget of T$1.1225 trillion, exceeding 3% of GDP, to bolster self-defense amid increasing pressure from China.

Meta faces a major federal trial in California, where 29 states allege the company designed addictive social media features that harm children's mental health and violate privacy laws.

Iran faces economic collapse and political instability following a five-month war with the US and Israel, the death of Ayatollah Khamenei, and violent suppression of nationwide protests.

Gaza faces an imminent collapse of water and sanitation systems as fuel and oil shortages threaten over two million people with mass water shortages and rising disease risks.

The Iran-US conflict and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are driving up global fuel and gas prices, threatening food security through fertilizer shortages, and impacting the automotive industry.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint as the U.S. claims full control while Iran maintains a blockade. Recent maritime attacks and reduced shipping traffic have driven up global oil prices.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading rapidly across six provinces, killing one person every 30 minutes. The UN has released $30.5 million to support the response.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a mutual defense pact providing collective deterrence similar to NATO's Article 5 to reduce regional reliance on the U.S.

The US-Israel-Iran conflict has caused massive economic shifts, including a projected $4.3 billion loss for Middle Eastern airlines and ongoing maritime instability in the Strait of Hormuz.

An environmental crisis in Gospić, Croatia, has been triggered by the discovery of 37,000 tons of illegally dumped hazardous waste, causing soil and groundwater contamination including PFAS.

The U.S. is escalating economic and maritime pressure on Iran, threatening unprecedented isolation and an indefinite naval blockade to force compliance with Washington's terms.

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has left at least 287 dead and thousands injured. Heavy rains and damaged hospitals are now complicating recovery efforts across the country.

Donald Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in U.S. participation in joint military drills with South Korea, citing his positive relationship with Kim Jong Un and Seoul's refusal to assist with Iran.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, killing at least 51 people and displacing over 5,000 residents. Extensive damage to homes and public infrastructure has been reported.

NOAA and Berkeley Earth report a powerful El Niño is intensifying, with a 69% chance of being a historic event and a high probability of making 2026 the hottest year on record.

The Trump administration is reportedly revising its goals in the Iran conflict, shifting focus toward energy price stability and nuclear non-proliferation as a 60-day diplomatic memorandum expires.

A Syrian court has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for crimes against humanity and war crimes. His brother Maher and cousin Atef Najib also received death sentences.

NATO faces strategic challenges regarding a potential simultaneous conflict involving Russia in Europe and China in Taiwan, which could divert US military focus away from Europe.

Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without the lifting of sanctions and war reparations, prompting President Trump to demand compensation for decades of Iranian-linked damages and casualties.

North Korea is reportedly preparing to send up to 50,000 additional troops to Russia to support its war in Ukraine, potentially allowing Moscow to redeploy Russian border forces to active front lines.

COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, is a contagious disease that triggered a global pandemic. Symptoms range from mild to critical, with long-term effects possible for some survivors.

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, is spreading at record speeds, with over 2,000 deaths and 4,400 cases reported as it threatens to become the deadliest in history.

OpenAI launched “ChatGPT for Teens” (ages 13-17), featuring enhanced safety filters, parental controls, and educational tools to address regulatory concerns and promote healthier AI usage among minors.

Ukraine and Russia have escalated drone and missile strikes, with a massive 620-drone attack targeting Moscow and Russian strikes hitting a major steel plant in Kryvyi Rih, causing multiple deaths.

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has killed nearly 300 people and caused $9.5 billion in damages. President De la Espriella has requested a temporary suspension of U.S. tariffs to aid reconstruction.

Russia is reportedly executing a strategic plan to destabilize Moldova and weaken NATO and the EU by 2026 through hybrid warfare, vote-buying, and paramilitary training in Serbia and Bosnia.

Ceuta faces a mounting migration crisis as irregular land arrivals surge by 191%. Thousands of migrants remain in the enclave, demanding asylum amid warnings of health risks and political tension.