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Newest first · UTC+11:00Bar security footage helps clear Hong Kong rugby player of molestation charge
But Faizal Solomona Penesa admits lesser offence of common assault over encounter with woman at Bobby’s Rabble on Wyndham Street last September
Bar security footage helps clear Hong Kong rugby player of molestation charge
But Faizal Solomona Penesa admits lesser offence of common assault over encounter with woman at Bobby’s Rabble on Wyndham Street last September
Two Nigerien journalists freed after months in detention
Two journalists in Niger have been released from prison, their families and a court source confirmed Wednesday.
Ukrainian charged with desecrating Polish memorials
A taxi in front of the Russian Embassy in Warsaw, Poland, Monday, March 26, 2018. (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski, File)
Israeli airstrike kills at least one, injures many in Gaza
An Israeli air strike on a vehicle in Khan Younis in Gaza killed at least one and wounded others, a source in Nasser Hospital told al-Jazeera.
EU court upholds Spain's amnesty law for Catalan separatists
The European Union's top court handed a symbolic victory to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Thursday, upholding his contested 2024 amnesty law for Catalan separatists involved in a failed secession bid.
After Ireland partially bans trade with Israeli settlements, the UK must go further
“We live each day fearing that we may be shot or killed, and in constant fear of being attacked and beaten.”
South African police probe murder of anti-immigrant provincial leader
South Africa has appointed a multidisciplinary team of detectives and crime intelligence officers to investigate the murder of the provincial leader of an anti-immigrant group.
Alleged 'fight club' organiser arrested, SA Police say
Thu 16 Jul 2026 at 7:30pm
Woodside demands activists reveal names of stink-bomb stunt planners
Thu 16 Jul 2026 at 7:22pm
One person reportedly killed as Algeria battles wildfires
Wildfires in Algeria have claimed their first victim, local media reports said on Wednesday - a municipal worker taking part in firefighting operations.
IDF soldier arrested over suspected role in grenade supply network, stealing military weapons
An IDF soldier from Bat Yam was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of supplying IDF grenades, ammunition, and other weapons to people in possible connection with a wave of recent grenade attacks in central Israel.
Why does the US want to ‘dismantle’ the international criminal court? | Kenneth Roth
Marco Rubio has offered nonsensical rationale in attacking the court. The Trump administration’s real goal is impunity
Liberals set to dump Moira Deeming as candidate after court challenge backdown
The Victorian Liberal Party will move to dump Moira Deeming as a candidate at the November state election on Friday after the western suburbs MP abandoned legal action restraining it from disendorsing her.
Ukrainian Drone Attack Killed Chief Engineer at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, Russia Says
The chief engineer at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant was killed by a Ukrainian drone near the station, the head of Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom said on Wednesday.
Police probe whether fatal Sydney shooting was recorded via drone
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Las Vegas police say Melbourne woman messaged friend before disappearance
A Melbourne woman who disappeared in Las Vegas just a day before she was meant to return home messaged a friend on Facebook, new documents reveal.
Big win for Sánchez and Puigdemont as top EU court backs Catalan amnesty law
LUXEMBOURG — The EU’s top court ruled that the controversial amnesty of Catalan separatists does not violate key provisions of the bloc’s law, bringing pro-independence leader Carles Puigdemont a step closer to returning to Spain after years on the run.
Former Haitian president expected to testify in court on rare visit home
Former Haitian President Michel Martelly welcomed by several dozen supporters as he made a rare visit to his homeland on Wednesday.
Senior Hong Kong policeman convicted of molesting clerk 3 times at headquarters
Senior Superintendent Ian Chow found guilty of touching woman on three occasions, including during work party in front of witnesses
Senior Hong Kong policeman convicted of molesting clerk 3 times at headquarters
Senior Superintendent Ian Chow found guilty of touching woman on three occasions, including during work party in front of witnesses
Aboriginal death in custody confirmed at privately-run NSW prison
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Police seek arrest warrant for woman over solo blockade of vote counting center
SEOUL, July 16 (Yonhap) -- Police said Thursday they have applied for an arrest warrant for a woman who staged a solo blockade of a vote counting center last month amid protests demanding a rerun of the June 3 local elections.
Homeplus secures W200b lifeline from Meritz to avert liquidation
Homeplus said Thursday that Meritz Financial Group agreed to extend 200 billion won ($135 million) in emergency financing to the cash-strapped retailer, keeping its court-supervised rehabilitation alive with only days left before liquidation.
At Least 3 Killed in Ukrainian Attacks Across Russia
At least three people were killed across Russia during overnight Ukrainian attacks, regional authorities said Thursday morning, while two people were reported to have been killed in a Russian strike on Kyiv.
Argentina erupts after late win over England to reach World Cup final
Thousands of jubilant supporters poured into the streets of Buenos Aires on Wednesday 15 July after Argentina secured its place in the FIFA World Cup final. Fireworks lit up the night sky as fans danced, chanted, waved Argentine flags and climbed lampposts and traffic lights in celebration. The defending champions s…
Police investigate drone footage after suspected underworld hit
Thu 16 Jul 2026 at 5:18pm
Court orders travel agencies to refund TMON-WeMakePrice insolvency victims
SEOUL, July 16 (Yonhap) -- A court on Thursday ordered travel agencies to refund consumers who purchased travel and accommodation products through online shopping platforms TMON and WeMakePrice that filed for court receivership amid liquidity troubles in 2024.
Missouri teen Gabbriana Boyster shot dead in home as mom makes horrifying discovery; 3 friends charged
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Man killed in e-scooter crash with skateboarder
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Hongkonger dies in New Zealand car crash, third fatality this year
New Zealand police says crash involving car and bus occurred along road near Cardrona, a township home to ski resort
Hongkonger dies in New Zealand car crash, third fatality this year
New Zealand police says crash involving car and bus occurred along road near Cardrona, a township home to ski resort
Bacolod police ensure UNO-R campus safety after threatening incident
BACOLOD CITY — The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) has cleared the University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos (UNO-R) of any danger after two bullets with a threatening note were found on campus Thursday morning, July 16, 2026.
Financial backer of embattled MP Moira Deeming requests loan repayment
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British minor arrested after allegedly planning 'extreme right-wing' terror attacks on two mosques
A 14-year-old in London was indicted under suspicion of planning terror attacks on two mosques after police found "documents of concern" in his home, the Metropolitan Police announced on Wednesday.
Marcos OKs AFP, PNP deputation for peaceful BARMM elections
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has authorized the deputation of law enforcement agencies and other government instrumentalities to help ensure the peaceful and orderly conduct of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections on Sept. 14.
"Free Speech Has Its Limits", Rules Czech Supreme Court
The Czech Supreme Court has upheld a suspended prison sentence imposed on a former dissident who publicly wore clothing displaying symbols associated with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Principal uses teacher's personal info to check her medical status: report
Local education authorities and law enforcement are investigating a possible privacy breach concerning a school principal using a teacher's personal information to check her medical records at a hospital.
Police release images of clothes to help identify victims of alleged Sydney childcare paedophile
AFP release images of children’s clothes found on electronic devices seized as part of investigation into Hamish Tait
Drug traffickers jailed over failed plot to smuggle cocaine from PNG by plane
Thu 16 Jul 2026 at 3:51pm
Gov't apologizes over Gwangju murder case, vows thorough reforms
SEOUL, July 16 (Yonhap) -- The government apologized to the nation on Thursday over the police's alleged mishandling of a high-profile murder case in Gwangju and vowed thorough reforms.
(LEAD) Police refer ex-prosecutor to prosecution for forging document in Lee knife attack case
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Teenager's inquest to reopen after mum's campaign
The High Court has quashed the conclusion of an inquest into 14-year-old Jools Sweeney's death after a successful legal challenge from his mother Ellen Roome
10-hour Ga. manhunt ends after bloodhound K-9 locates brute accused of shooting mother of his child
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Supreme Court postpones Kim Keon Hee ruling after conflicting lower court verdict in Yoon case
The Supreme Court on Wednesday postponed its ruling on former first lady Kim Keon Hee from Thursday to July 24, after the special counsel asked it to consider a lower court ruling that found former President Yoon Suk Yeol partly guilty over free opinion polls.
Ukraine buries its unknown soldiers as families wait for identification
An honor guard carries the coffins of unidentified Ukrainian soldiers killed in battle during the Russian-Ukrainian war at a funeral ceremony at a military cemetery near Kyiv, Ukraine, April 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka, File)
Hong Kong police arrest 5 over national security after raiding 2 bookstores | South China Morning Post
Three women and two men were detained after police raided Have a Nice Stay bookshop and Greenfield Book Store.