Russia has launched another large-scale drone and missile assault across Ukraine, killing at least 13 people and injuring more than 50 as fighting intensifies across the country. The attacks targeted several regions, including Odesa, Sumy, Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Kyiv, and Kharkiv, damaging civilian infrastructure, industrial facilities, and medical buildings. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Russia launched 122 attack drones and two ballistic missiles, with Ukrainian air defenses intercepting 101 drones. Explosions were reported across Kyiv after ballistic missile alerts, while officials confirmed damage to warehouses and other non-residential buildings. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine expects to begin domestic production of missiles for the U.S.-made Patriot air defense system by the end of the year, calling the project a historic step toward strengthening the country's defense capabilities.

Russia-Ukraine war | Deadly Russian strikes kill 13 as EU unveils €11.4 billion military package

President Donald Trump has responded to growing conspiracy theories surrounding the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, saying the FBI is "wasting time" investigating the matter. The comments came after FBI agents were seen outside Graham's residence following his death. According to the Washington Chief Medical Examiner, Lindsey Graham died from a ruptured aorta linked to hardened arteries. However, the FBI's involvement and public statements have fueled speculation, prompting renewed calls for transparency.

Trump says no foul play in Lindsey Graham's death

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is spreading largely undetected, with four out of five new cases having no known link to existing patients. WHO officials say the true scale of the outbreak could be two to four times higher than reported due to underreporting and ongoing community transmission.

Congo Ebola battle faces critical resource and funding crunch 

The US-Iran conflict escalates as President Donald Trump warns that Iran’s power plants and bridges could be targeted if Tehran does not return to negotiations. The warning comes as the United States reimposes a naval blockade of Iranian ports, according to a US military statement, adding further pressure on Iran amid rising regional tensions. The latest developments have intensified concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, global shipping security, and the wider impact of the ongoing confrontation in the Middle East. 

US-Iran war: 'Strikes will go on until I say it's enough,' says Trump

Cuba is reeling from its second island-wide power grid collapse in less than a week, marking the fourth nationwide blackout this year. As the nation grapples with its worst economic crisis in decades, severe fuel shortages exacerbated by a U.S. energy blockade have left aging power plants unable to meet electricity demand.

Import shortages and fuel crisis continue in Cuba

The family of an Indian national who went missing after a ship attack in the Strait of Hormuz has confirmed his death, amid escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The incident has renewed concerns over the safety of commercial shipping and seafarers navigating one of the world's most critical maritime trade routes. As hostilities continue in the Gulf region, governments and shipping companies remain on high alert over the security of vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Iran war: Indian missing in Hormuz attack confirmed killed

As the US National debt continues to climb, concerns are growing over the country's long-term fiscal outlook and the rising cost of borrowing with federal debt reaching new record levels and increasing by trillions of dollars in recent years, questions remain about the sustainability of current spending trends.
In this next news in numbers report, we take a look at the latest figures behind the growing US Debt.

US debt crisis: America’s debt problem is getting bigger

US-Iran war: Trump threatens to attack Iran's power plants

The world has crossed a major demographic turning point that could reshape the global economy.
In this report, we look at how the global working-age population is reaching a peak, and how in dozens of economies, the workforce is already shrinking. Take a closer look at the challenges of an ageing population, labour shortages, and the future of work.

Global workforce peaks: The math gets ugly

US Consumer inflation slowed more than expected in June as energy prices declined, but financial markets continue to expect the federal reserve could still raise interest rates later this year.

US inflation unexpectedly cools, is this the end of rate hikes?

A New York Times investigation has alleged that Russia has turned Japan into a key hub for espionage, covert procurement, and the sourcing of critical technology used in the Russia-Ukraine war. The report claims Russian intelligence officers operating under diplomatic and commercial cover have exploited Japan's relatively weak espionage laws to acquire sensitive components. Japan has acknowledged the need to strengthen its intelligence and counter-espionage capabilities, with Parliament approving a new national intelligence coordination body. The report also alleges that procurement networks routed military-use technology through intermediary countries to bypass export controls.

Japan tightens intelligence network after the NYT exposes alleged Russian spy operations

Table tennis Olympic champion Fan Zhendong is set to take on a new role as a commentator for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, bringing his sporting expertise to football’s biggest stage. The Chinese star, known for his achievements in table tennis, will join the global coverage of the highly anticipated World Cup finale. The final promises a thrilling showdown as football fans around the world await the crowning of the next champion.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Table Tennis Olympic champion Fan Zhendong set for World Cup duties 

The United States has announced the completion of a fresh wave of military strikes against Iran, targeting missile sites, drone facilities, naval assets, and coastal defense systems near the Strait of Hormuz. According to CENTCOM, fighter jets, drones, and naval vessels carried out precision attacks during a seven-hour operation aimed at reducing Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping. Meanwhile, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it has retaliated by striking facilities linked to the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, as tensions across the Gulf continue to escalate.

US Launches fresh airstrikes on iran as irgc targets u.s. Fifth fleet in bahrain  

The US-Iran conflict escalates as President Donald Trump warns that Iran’s power plants and bridges could be targeted if Tehran does not return to negotiations. The warning comes as the United States reimposes a naval blockade of Iranian ports, according to a US military statement, adding further pressure on Iran amid rising regional tensions. The latest developments have intensified concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, global shipping security, and the wider impact of the ongoing confrontation in the Middle East. 


US-Iran War: Trump threatens to attack Iran's power plants, bridges next week 

Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group has claimed that it shot down a Saudi drone following what it described as retaliatory strikes linked to the ongoing regional tensions. The development comes amid heightened security concerns in the Middle East, with rising risks for military operations, airspace security, and regional stability.


Houthis claim Saudi drone shot down following retaliatory strikes 

Nand Kishore Goenka, a revered social worker and the father of Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra, passed away on July 13, at the age of 96. Known for his profound commitment to samaj seva (service to society), gau seva (service to cows), and his lifelong association with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), he leaves behind a legacy of humility and compassion. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders have paid heartfelt tributes to his life of service and principled living.


PM Modi remembers Shri Nand Kishore Goenka's noble values 

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay melted hearts with his adorable reaction after receiving a miniature electric car from Vietnamese EV maker VinFast. 

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay's adorable reaction to mini EV car gift from VinFast goes Viral

At least nine Palestinians, including a child, were killed in fresh Israeli airstrikes and gunfire across Gaza, according to local health officials. The attacks struck Khan Younis and the Jabaliya refugee camp, adding to the mounting death toll despite a fragile ceasefire. The Israeli military said it targeted suspected militants, while Gaza authorities reported civilian casualties.

While the heaviest fighting has subsided since a ceasefire took hold in October, Israeli forces have carried out repeated airstrikes, killing at least 1,110 Palestinians, according to health officials in Gaza.

Gaza: Child Among Nine Killed As Israeli Strikes Hit Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has unveiled a new conscription bill aimed at drafting ultra-Orthodox Jews into military service, just a day before a Supreme Court deadline. The move seeks to resolve a long-running dispute over exemptions that have sparked growing public anger as Israel continues to face ongoing security challenges.

Israel: Ultra-orthodox Jews exempted from compulsory army service

The U.S.-Iran conflict has entered a dangerous new phase. After Iran claimed responsibility for striking two UAE-linked supertankers near the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. launched a five-hour barrage on Iranian military targets. Tehran responded by firing ballistic missiles toward a U.S. air base in Jordan. As tensions surged, President Donald Trump warned that Iran's heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility could be America's next target, threatening what he called a "big fat shot."

US-Iran War: Trump threatens to attack Iran's nuclear site after Gulf escalation

Ebola frontline workers in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo have gone on strike over months of unpaid salaries, disrupting response efforts in one of the country's most vulnerable regions. The protest highlights growing concerns over delayed funding and the impact on healthcare workers battling infectious disease outbreaks.

Ebola frontline workers protest delayed pay in Northeast DR Congo

Pakistan has witnessed a series of high-profile militant deaths since 2023, with multiple terrorist commanders reportedly killed in targeted operations and attacks. The developments have dealt a significant blow to terror networks and their infrastructure, raising questions about the evolving security landscape in the region.

Terror infrastructure in Pakistan takes a major hit

Global oil giants are set to report their strongest quarterly profits since the energy market shock, driven by higher crude prices and resilient demand. But as earnings soar, the industry is once again facing political pressure and renewed scrutiny over windfall gains, energy costs, and calls for tougher regulation.


Oil rally delivers bumper profits, sparks fresh scrutiny of big oil

Yemen's Houthi rebels launched missiles targeting Saudi Arabia's Abha airport after accusing Riyadh of striking the runway at Sanaa International Airport. Saudi air defences intercepted the missiles with no casualties reported. The exchange marks one of the most significant escalations between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia since an informal truce began four years ago.

Yemen claims attack on Sanaa airport

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