US military attacks target on Larak island for the first time in over a month, Iran declares it a "strategic mistake" and retaliates with missile launches.

Google has changed the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America" on its map application for users in the United States, following an executive order signed by President Trump last week.

Icelanders have decided not to restart negotiations to join the European Union (EU) in a referendum, going against the government's wishes.

A ferry carrying about 260 passengers capsized off the northern coast of Cyprus; casualties are currently unknown.

A federal judge in California has ruled the Trump administration violated the constitution by targeting foreign students who criticized Israel's war in Gaza, preventing their deportation.

Israel's Shin Bet security agency announced the urgent evacuation of Prime Minister Netanyahu's son from the United States in late 2025 due to a "serious threat".

Nepalese authorities warn of a new flood wave, urging residents in affected areas to remain highly vigilant.

The Ontario premier placed a large sign on the Canadian shore of Lake Ontario, asserting the name will endure beyond President Trump's term.

One of two landslide-dammed lakes that formed near the flooded Nepal-China border region has "basically drained", reducing the risk of new floods.

Nepal police rescued a 6-year-old girl who miraculously survived a flash flood, found trapped in debris three days after the disaster when her cries were heard.

Indonesia prepares to receive decommissioned Italian aircraft carrier, becoming second in Southeast Asia.

Nepal estimates preliminary damage from the flash flood on 26/8 to be around 4-5 billion USD, equivalent to 10% of the national GDP.

Two suspects stole a 200-carat platinum necklace adorned with 673 diamonds from a museum in Vienna.

Newly released video shows a two-story house standing firm amidst a raging torrent of mud, while many surrounding structures were swept away.

US Ambassador Jennifer Wicks stated her initial trip to Quang Tri helped her understand efforts to heal war wounds, which form the foundation for strengthening bilateral trust.

Nepal states it currently does not require foreign rescue teams to search for flood victims, despite offers of assistance from numerous countries.

Nepalese officials confirm 579 fatalities after a devastating flash flood, while the number of missing persons has increased to nearly 2,400.

Ottawa city council is considering renaming Trump Avenue, with proposed alternatives including Taco Avenue, a nod to the phrase "Trump Always Chickens Out".

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung held a phone call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, proposing both nations further boost bilateral relations and work towards a 20 billion USD trade turnover.

China has dismissed generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli from the Central Military Commission following investigations into "serious disciplinary violations."

Vietnam protests China's illegal reclamation and construction activities on Da Hai Sam and Dao Ba Ba in the Paracel Islands.