Rosenberg: Ukraine’s advance undermines Putin’s image as ‘Mr Security’
Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk raises questions about Mr Putin’s ability to keep Russia safe. Read More
Backlash as Botswana requests money for Olympic heroes
The request has raised eyebrows as citizens ask why their taxes aren’t being used to reward the Olympians. Read More
Rowling and Musk reportedly named in Khelif cyberbullying lawsuit
The Paris public prosecutor’s office says it has launched a cyberbullying probe. Read More
German arrest warrant over Nord Stream blast mystery
The suspect, a Ukrainian diving instructor, had gone when Polish police tried to arrest him in July. Read More
UN slams Venezuela repression and lack of transparency
July’s presidential election lacked “basic transparency and integrity”, a UN panel of experts finds. Read More
Sudan army boycotts US-led peace talks
Hopes for a ceasefire are dashed as Sudan’s army boycotts negotiations in the Swiss city of Geneva. Read More
Thai court dismisses PM for violating constitution
The 67-year-old Srettha, who has been in power for less than a year, is the third PM in 16 years to be removed by the same court. Read More
Disney Channel star arrested at theme park
Skai Jackson, known for her role as Zuri Ross in the sitcom Jessie, was held at Universal Studios. Read More
Spain probes Katy Perry video over protected sand dunes
The singer’s latest music video is alleged to have been partly filmed in an ecologically-sensitive area. Read More
Second Russian region declares state of emergency after Ukraine attack
The region’s governor says daily shelling from Ukraine is making life “extremely difficult”. Read More