Russia forms emergency task force as Kerch Strait oil spill continues to spread

England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton expressed her relief and joy after the Lionesses' dramatic comeback from a 2-0 deficit to defeat Sweden in a shootout, securing a spot in the Euros semi-finals. Key contributions came from Lucy Bronze, who scored the equalizing goal and converted the final penalty, while Chloe Kelly and teenager Michelle Agyemang also played pivotal roles in the turnaround. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: England's goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, celebrated with her...

A new anti-corruption taskforce targeting insider threats, foreign interference, and AI-enabled fraud is being launched in Auckland by the Serious Fraud Office, as experts warn of increasing corruption risks and New Zealand's declining position in global anti-corruption rankings. This initiative underscores the focus on combating corruption among public officials and addressing concerns regarding foreign bribery. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A new group is being formed to stop bad people from cheating and...

ReutersCapt Ibrahim Traoré seized power three years ago amid concerns about the failure to quell jihadist violenceBurkina Faso's military junta has dissolved the electoral commission, citing its cost, and will now have the interior ministry oversee elections. Under Capt Ibrahim Traoré, who has ruled since September 2022, the transition to democracy has been extended to July 2029, raising concerns over human rights abuses and increasing jihadist attacks. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Burkina...

Donald Trump has threatened to sue The Wall Street Journal over a report claiming he wrote a letter in Jeffrey Epstein’s 2003 birthday album, which he called “fake.” The album, containing messages from Epstein's associates, has drawn renewed attention amid ongoing investigations into Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's sex trafficking activities. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Donald Trump has threatened to sue The Wall Street Journal over a report claiming he wrote a letter...

Trump Orders Release of Epstein Grand Jury TestimonyPresident Trump has instructed Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the unsealing of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein, amid increasing pressure for transparency. Bondi stated they are prepared to move to court for this release, despite the usual secrecy surrounding grand jury materials, following backlash over a recent Justice Department memo about Epstein. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: President Trump has asked the Attorney...

Maria's treatment by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) was deemed "undefendable" by the chief constable following a high-profile inquiry that found her unlawful arrest and strip search unjustified. Despite this, a year later, she now faces a criminal conviction for the very offense the inquiry concluded she should never have been arrested for. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Maria was treated very unfairly by the police, and even though an investigation said she shouldn't...