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Nigeria receives 116 Benin Bronzes looted by British forces in the 1897 Benin Expedition, marking a major repatriation win from Jesus College, Cambridge. These brass plaques and sculptures-depicting Oba rulers and rituals-join thousands already returned, healing colonial wounds.

A Russian-born Israeli journalist was removed from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's flight to Washington, allegedly without a proper explanation, raising serious questions about transparency and press freedom.

French prosecutors have charged a former informal teacher with the rape and sexual assault of at least 89 teenagers over more than 50 years. Investigators say Jacques Leveugle used his positions in holiday camps and tutoring roles to gain access to minors across Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America. The case emerged after a USB drive containing detailed records of alleged abuse was discovered by a family member. With only around 40 victims identified so far, authorities have issued a rare public appeal, urging others to come forward. A separate investigation has also been launched into allegations that Leveugle killed his own mother and aunt decades ago. Police say the probe remains ongoing, with international cooperation underway to uncover the full extent of the alleged crimes.

The Israeli military is drawing up plans for a potential new offensive in the Gaza Strip aimed at disarming Hamas by force, four months into a US-brokered ceasefire. Israeli officials say efforts to demilitarise Gaza through diplomacy have stalled, and that Hamas continues to rebuild its military capabilities. Defence leaders warn that stripping the group of its weapons may be impossible without renewed military action. The proposed campaign could be more intense than earlier phases of the war, with operations planned in areas previously avoided due to hostage risks. Any escalation could test relations with Washington and threaten the fragile ceasefire, as international pressure grows to prevent a return to large-scale fighting.

Iran holds massive demonstrations in Tehran, Isfahan, and other cities to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution that ousted the Shah. Crowds waved flags, burned US/Israeli effigies, and paraded missiles at Azadi Square.

Major investors like Canada's CDPQ and UK’s BII have paused deals with DP World following unredacted Epstein files exposing CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem’s post-2008 emails with Epstein, including crude sexual banter and business talk.

Several lawmakers have complained that the redactions in the Epstein files appear to go beyond the limited exemptions allowed for in a law Congress passed in November. The department of justice has also declined to publish a large volume of material, citing legal privileges.

The US President has already mentioned the India-Pakistan conflict over 90 times and now he says ten planes were shot down in his latest interview.

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Usman Tariq's distinctive zig-zag delivery-with elbow flex and run-up pause-drew fresh accusations after his 3/27 vs USA in Colombo, but it's legal under ICC rules allowing slight bend. The Pakistan spinner, cleared in two PSL tests and by umpire Anil Chaudhary, blames a physical elbow limitation for the hyperextension look.

Old Reddit posts allegedly linked to Jesse Strang, named by some outlets in the Canada mass shooting case, reveal references to mental health struggles, transition plans, drug use and firearms. Authorities have not officially confirmed the suspect’s identity.

Real Madrid reached an agreement with UEFA (European football’s apex body) to end the dispute surrounding the league. With Real Madrid pulling out, the proposed league is now set to be dissolved, with top clubs opting for an expanded version of the Champions League.

Bangladesh prepares for a pivotal democratic reset with its first national election since Sheikh Hasina's 2024 ouster.

India's opening batter Abhishek Sharma has been discharged from a hospital in New Delhi, but the 25-year-old, who was hospitalised due to a stomach bug, remains a doubt for Thursday’s T20 World Cup match against Namibia.

President Trump has hinted at deploying additional US warships toward Iran amid fragile nuclear talks, while Tehran vows "unmatched strength" to repel any threats.

Ukraine reports intense Russian assaults, with 50 attacks across Pokrovsk and Huliaipole fronts in the past day. Ukrainian forces repelled 35 assaults near Pokrovsk—Russia's key Donetsk push—and 13 near Huliaipole in Zaporizhzhia, amid 126 total clashes nationwide. Russian airstrikes dropped 19 bombs in Kursk and shelled positions heavily, but no breakthroughs reported.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned Moscow would take military countermeasures if Greenland is militarised amid rising US interest and European troop presence.

The urgency behind US and Israeli pressure stems from a stark military reality: most American bases in the Middle East lie within the reach of Iran’s missile arsenal.

Pentagon systems neutralized unauthorized drones entering US airspace near Texas, prompting a temporary FAA flight halt at El Paso airport for security.