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Heat wave kills at least 19 in New Jersey

New Jersey officials confirmed Saturday at least 19 heat-related deaths as a dangerous heat wave grips the US East Coast.

  • At least 19 heat-related deaths confirmed in New Jersey.
  • A dangerous heat wave has gripped the US East Coast for several days.
  • The toll may rise as medical investigations are still ongoing.

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A European capital went a full year with zero road deaths

A city of 1.4 million people recorded 12 consecutive months without a single fatal road accident between 2024 and 2025.

  • A European capital of 1.4 million people recorded zero road deaths over 12 consecutive months.
  • The period covers 2024–2025 and marks a rare benchmark in urban road safety.
  • Romania remains among the EU's worst performers on road fatality rates.

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Mysterious spheres wash ashore on Australian beach

Queensland authorities have launched an investigation after unknown spherical objects appeared on a northern beach this weekend.

  • Mysterious spherical objects appeared on a beach in northern Queensland.
  • Australian authorities launched an investigation to determine their origin.
  • The nature and provenance of the objects remain unknown pending analysis.

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Israel deploys Iron Dome abroad for the first time

The air-defence system was transferred to the United Arab Emirates during the conflict with Iran, setting an unprecedented precedent in Israeli military history.

  • Israel sent Iron Dome batteries outside its national territory for the first time.
  • The system was deployed in the UAE during the military confrontation with Iran.
  • The transfer sets a precedent in Israeli policy on sensitive weaponry.

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NATO Summit Convenes in Ankara Under Heavy Security

Alliance leaders gather Tuesday and Wednesday in the Turkish capital, with US President Donald Trump among the attendees.

  • The NATO summit runs Tuesday–Wednesday in Ankara, with Donald Trump in attendance.
  • Turkish authorities have imposed sweeping security measures across the capital.
  • The full summit agenda has not been disclosed ahead of the opening session.

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Khamenei's funeral begins in Tehran, with millions expected to attend

A six-day state ceremony opened at the Grand Mosalla Mosque. The Supreme Leader was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike at the outset of the military conflict with Iran.

  • The six-day ceremony is expected to draw a total of 30 million mourners across Iran.
  • Khamenei was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike at the start of the conflict with Iran.
  • Red flags, a Shia symbol of martyrdom and vengeance, have been raised across Tehran.

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Băsescu calls Ankara NATO summit "the most important in the Alliance's history"

Romania's former president says the July 7-8 meeting in Ankara will reshape the US role in Europe and redefine the Alliance's defence architecture.

  • Băsescu describes the Ankara summit as the most consequential in NATO's history.
  • Four expected decisions would reportedly redefine the US role in Europe.
  • The meeting on July 7-8 comes amid deep uncertainty over American commitments to the Alliance.

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Lalique Museum in Alsace robbed, some 20 jewels stolen

Thieves struck early Sunday morning, making off with pieces valued at "several million" euros from one of France's most celebrated design museums.

  • Around 20 jewels stolen from the Lalique Museum in Alsace early Sunday morning.
  • Losses estimated at several million euros by French authorities.
  • Investigation ongoing; no suspects have been publicly named.

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Netanyahu claims Christian villages in southern Lebanon asked to be annexed by Israel

The Israeli prime minister cited protection from Hezbollah to justify a potential territorial expansion into Lebanon.

  • Netanyahu claims Christian Lebanese villages requested annexation by Israel for protection.
  • Israel maintains military presence in southern Lebanon despite the 2024 ceasefire agreement.
  • No official Lebanese confirmation or documentation supports the Israeli prime minister's claims.

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Vlkolinec villagers want out of UNESCO's world heritage list

The 17 residents of the Slovak village listed since 1993 receive €400 a year to put up with tourists — and they've had enough.

  • Vlkolinec's 17 residents want to shed the UNESCO status the village has held since 1993.
  • Each resident receives just €400 per year as compensation for tourist overcrowding.
  • The heritage-versus-liveability conflict mirrors struggles in Dubrovnik, Venice and beyond.

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