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Israel charges two with using military secrets to profit from bets

The Attorney General's Office decided to prosecute the two individuals following a joint investigation by police, military intelligence and other security agencies.

Norway

Norway police search ex-PM Jagland's properties in Epstein links probe

Ex-PM Thorbjørn Jagland’s properties were searched as his immunity was lifted over links to the late disgraced financier, amid wider Norwegian fallout over Epstein.

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Clashes erupt outside Argentine Congress over Milei labor reform

Clashes erupted outside Argentina’s Congress as thousands protested labour reforms backed by President Javier Milei.

Tech News

Elon Musk’s SpaceX company town is creating its own police squad

SpaceX’s company town, Starbase, has recently sought approval for its own police force, given the assets in the town and its relatively isolated location.

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France

French teacher in 'worrying' condition after knife attack at school

A 60-year-old art teacher was stabbed on Tuesday by a 14-year-old pupil in front of some 20 other students mid-class in southern France, in the latest violent attack targeting school staff.

Turkey

Turkish authorities arrest six on suspicion of spying for Tehran

The arrests come at a time of heightened regional tensions over fears of a possible US military strike on Iran.

Sweden

Swedish amusement park fined over 2023 rollercoaster derailment

Witnesses described a chaotic scene as the front of the train appeared to jump off the tracks before coming to a stop, with one car tilted toward the ground.

Portugal

Portugal announces record cocaine haul off the Azores archipelago

Portuguese law enforcement was assisted by the navy and air force, as well as the UK and US authorities, in difficult weather conditions.

France

Over 3,700 arrested in global trafficking crackdown, Interpol says

Operation Liberterra III took place across 119 countries, the agency headquartered in France that helps police in 196 member countries collaborate to fight international crime said.

Germany

Arrests made in Germany as police target pro-Russian networks

German authorities have repeatedly warned about agents supposedly recruited online to carry out tasks such as taking photos of key industrial and military sites.

South Africa

At least 13 children killed in school bus crash in South Africa

Preliminary reports indicate 11 schoolchildren died at the scene, with two others succumbing to their injuries later in hospital.

Czech Republic

One dead and four wounded in Czech town hall shooting, police say

The shooting took place at the Chřibská town hall and police said the suspect was fatally shot and there was no further danger to the public.

Pakistan

Death toll in Karachi shopping plaza fire rises to 23, officials say

On Sunday night, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said families had reported about 46 people missing, prompting authorities to launch a search operation.

Netherlands

Explosion in the Netherlands injures at least four and causes damage

Officials called on the local population to stay away from the area, as emergency services rushed to the scene.

Spain

Spain seizes 10 tonnes of cocaine in largest-ever maritime bust

The National Police intercepted a merchant ship in the Atlantic with 9,994 kilos of cocaine hidden in salt. Thirteen people have been arrested following an international operation supported by the DEA and the NCA.

Netherlands

Two teens held as Dutch police probe alleged 'snowball beating' death

According to local media outlet Rijnmond, police believe youths were throwing snowballs at passing cars which led to a physical altercation with the 60-year-old victim.

Travel News

Why are soldiers reinforcing border control at Lisbon Airport?

Security flaws at Humberto Delgado Airport already led to the EES rollout being suspended last month.

Switzerland

Swiss bar owners 'overwhelmed with grief' after 40 killed in fire

Those comments come on the same day it emerged that fire safety inspections hadn't been carried out at the bar since 2019.

Nepal

Curfew imposed in Nepal city after mosque vandalism sparks protests

Muslim groups began protesting in the streets of Birgunj on Sunday against the vandalism of a mosque in a nearby town.

USA

Suspect arrested for vandalising US Vice President JD Vance's home

The home, in the Walnut Hills neighbourhood overlooking the city, was unoccupied at the time and Vance and his family were back in Washington, Vance said.