WORLD

A Jeju police officer is under investigation for falsifying missing person cases, including two involving deceased individuals, raising concerns about the integrity of missing person investigations.

The SBA's Million-Dollar Pitch Competition features Nicki Minaj and Dean Cain, offering $1 million in private funds to small businesses.

President Trump supports easing data centre construction by reducing public input on air pollution permits, sparking backlash over potential environmental impacts and community awareness.

In a rare security operation, Shin Bet evacuated Yair Netanyahu from Miami due to a significant threat, while US authorities investigate Iran-linked risks to Barron Trump.

A forensic psychologist says video of President Donald Trump twitching during a NASA speech looks like a focal aware seizure, fuelling fresh questions about his health.

A Prague hospital is investigating after a flammable disinfectant ignited during a caesarean section, causing burns to a new mother. The incident highlights the risks of surgical fires.

MapQuest downloads soar 10X after it refuses Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario 'Lake America', challenging rivals and raising questions over who controls digital maps.

A UMass Amherst survey reveals that one in six Trump voters may reconsider their 2024 election choice, amid declining approval ratings and concerns over economic and foreign policy issues.

President Trump downplays reports of Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's potential 2028 presidential run, highlighting that it's premature to discuss successors. Hegseth denies the claims, calling them '100% false'.

The Trump administration plans to allocate $4 million to support right-wing media in Europe, raising concerns about US interference in European politics.

Rep. Thomas Massie named 14 alleged Epstein co-conspirators in a House speech, urging investigations and supporting a bill for more transparency in Epstein-related files.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claims his media influence helped shift US policy on Iran, sparking controversy amid escalating US-Iran tensions and upcoming Israeli elections.

Tucker Carlson has called for Donald Trump's removal if he considers using nuclear weapons first, marking a significant shift from his previous support for the former president.

Oklahoma inmates are working in call centres, making insurance and political calls, raising concerns over ethical implications, especially regarding political campaigning.

Minnesota prosecutors have received crucial evidence from federal authorities to decide on charges in the controversial ICE shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.

The UK has reiterated its sovereignty over the Falkland Islands following US President Trump's announcement of a policy review, raising concerns over the longstanding UK-Argentina dispute.

Édouard Balladur, former French prime minister, passed away at 97. Known for economic reforms and privatisation, his legacy shaped France's centre-right politics and modern economic policies.

Donald Trump's close relationship with aide Natalie Harp raises questions and jokes among staffers, highlighting her unusual access and role within his inner circle.

A legal battle over FBI notes has reignited allegations against Donald Trump, involving claims of sexual assault from the 1980s.

Texas has frozen $3.3 billion in BEAD broadband grants after lawmakers alleged the state rewrote the rules to favour Elon Musk's Starlink over faster fibre for rural homes.

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months, amid reported tensions with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and ongoing Pentagon leadership challenges during international crises.

The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to let the Pentagon discharge transgender troops, challenging a June appeals court ruling that blocked their removal.

Nicki Minaj has enthusiastically backed the Trump administration's $1 million small business pitch competition.

The Trump administration requests the Supreme Court to permit the Pentagon to discharge transgender service members, challenging a lower-court injunction as the legal battle over the military's transgender ban continues.

Vice President JD Vance faced criticism after mistakenly using 'celebrate' instead of 'commemorate' when discussing the 25th anniversary of 9/11, sparking a social media backlash.

Troy Jackson, a Democratic US Senate candidate in Maine, faces scrutiny after an investigation revealed his son earned $182,500 as a lobbyist while Jackson directed taxpayer funding to his son's client.

The US Supreme Court has allowed construction of Trump's White House ballroom to continue, focusing on legal standing rather than the project's legality, amid ongoing controversy and legal challenges.

Ukraine starts the new school year with textbook shortages after Russian strikes hit key publishers, including Konvi's Kyiv printing plant.

The US-Iran conflict has cost $37.5 billion, sparking constitutional concerns over Trump's war powers. Analysts critique the lack of congressional approval and escalating financial and human costs.