Russia’s Putin rules out ceasefire with Ukraine during speech in Moscow

Putin warned the West he would deploy nuclear weapons if necessary to defend the Russian Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad.
Lucien Lazare, Jewish Resistance Fighter in Occupied France, Dies at 101

He and a small troop of French Jews worked with the Allies to distribute supplies and fight the Nazis, ambushing a German train and liberating a city in the south.
Joy for Germany and Klopp as Ronaldo-less Portugal win in Denmark

Jurgen Klopp secures first win as Germany manager, while Cristiano Ronaldo's absence not felt by Portugal in Austria.
Mike Smith, Bubbles on ‘Trailer Park Boys,’ Has Sexual Assault Charge Dismissed

The Canadian cult comedy series announced that Mr. Smith, 54, would resume his involvement with the show.
Saudi Coalition Says Intercepted Houthi Missiles, Drones
The Saudi Civil Defence said debris that fell after a ballistic missile was intercepted in Khamis Mushait province resulted in “limited material damage”.
Protesters halt game as calls grow on Ireland to boycott second Israel game

Republic of Ireland's game halted by tennis balls thrown and invader with Palestine flags amid Israel boycott demand.
Musk’s AI chatbot Grok reportedly encouraged Trump to capture Venezuela’s president

President Trump reportedly asked for Grok’s opinion before invading Venezuela and capturing Nicolás Maduro.
A Climate Change Rebrand

More politicians have stopped talking about the climate, but the green transition is still moving forward.
Ram Temple Staff To Undergo 100% Police Verification, Character Checks
The Trust has sought comprehensive details of employees, including information about their family members and relatives. Police verification and character certificates issued by the police will also be mandatory.
Most Americans say US-Israel war on Iran not worth fighting: Poll

Nearly 70 percent of Americans say the US-Israeli war is not worth fighting, marking a significant spike since July.