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World China's Defense Chief Warns Against Coercion at Xiangshan Forum China's Defense Minister Dong Jun urged an end to provocative acts and historical revisionism at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum, advocating for shared security. Al Jazeera World Residential Building Collapses in Gaza, Trapping Families A multi-story residential building in western Gaza City collapsed overnight, with at least six families reportedly trapped under the rubble. Al Jazeera World Supporting Acts Withdraw From Ed Sheeran's Tour Over Macklemore's Pro-Palestinian Stance Several supporting artists on Ed Sheeran's North and South American tour have pulled out after rapper Macklemore was removed from the lineup due to his pro-Palestinian views. DW World US House Votes to End Iran War, Seven Republicans Join in Favor The US House of Representatives has approved a war powers resolution for the third time, aiming to halt President Trump's military actions in Iran without congressional approval. Al Jazeera World Manchester Derby VAR Error Caused by 'Tunnel Vision', Says Pro Ref Chief Howard Webb, head of English professional football's refereeing body Pro Ref, stated that the erroneous VAR decision in the Manchester derby was due to 'tunnel vision' by officials. Al Jazeera World Rescued Moon Bears from South Korea Find Forever Home in UK Five moon bears, rescued from illegal bile farms in South Korea, have arrived at their new specially designed sanctuary at Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park in the UK. BBC News World Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci Awaits War Crimes Verdict Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci and three ex-commanders are awaiting a court verdict on alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Al Jazeera World US Bill Threatens Up to 100% Tariffs on Countries Buying Russian Oil, India Could Be Affected A new US House bill could empower the President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas, potentially impacting major importer India. DW World EU Commission President Von der Leyen Considers Canada as Bloc's First 'Associate Member' European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU is exploring the possibility of Canada becoming its first 'associate member,' a new status that would need to be created from s DW World Global Gender Gap Progress 'Fragile' Amid Declining Political Representation According to a new World Economic Forum report, two decades of progress towards gender parity are at risk due to a decline in women's political representation. DW World India Summons Pakistani Diplomat After Arabian Sea Incident India has summoned Pakistan's top diplomat in New Delhi, accusing Pakistan of violating a bilateral agreement after a collision between their navies in the Arabian Sea. Al Jazeera World Legendary Nigerian Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84 Olu Jacobs, one of Nigeria's most recognized actors with a career spanning several decades in theater, television, and film, has passed away at the age of 84. BBC News World US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Mail Ballot Restrictions The US Supreme Court has rejected former President Trump's attempt to tighten mail-in voting regulations, a move impacting the upcoming midterm elections. Al Jazeera World 'Widow's Bay' and 'The Pitt' Dominate 78th Emmy Awards At the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, the comedy series 'Widow's Bay' and the drama series 'The Pitt' took home top honors. Al Jazeera World US Military Confirms Deployment of Space Weapons in Orbit for the First Time US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink publicly announced for the first time that the United States has deployed 'space control weapons' in orbit. Ars Technica World US Scraps Greenhouse Gas Rules for Power Plants The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced it is repealing Biden-era limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. DW World Western Sanctions on Settlements Escalate Diplomatic Tensions with Israel Western nations announced sanctions targeting Israeli settlements, leading to a swift and aggressive response from Israel, including diplomatic expulsions and threats against filmmakers. Al Jazeera World US Military Faces Ammunition Shortages Following Iran Conflict A Pentagon report reveals the conflict with Iran depleted US military ammunition and advanced weapon stocks, costing $33.4 billion in four months. Euronews World Hungary to Amend Anti-LGBTQ Law to Align with EU Standards The Hungarian government has submitted a bill to parliament to amend its anti-LGBTQ law for minors, originally introduced under former nationalist leader Viktor Orban, to bring it in line with Europea Al Jazeera World Mitch McConnell Returns to US Senate After Three-Month Absence US Senator Mitch McConnell has returned to the Senate after a three-month absence following a fall at his home, pledging to be present for crucial votes. Al Jazeera World NATO Jets Shoot Down Drone That Entered Lithuanian Airspace An unidentified drone that entered Lithuanian airspace was shot down by NATO fighter jets, with authorities suggesting it likely originated from Belarus. BBC News World US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Bid to Restrict Mail-in Voting The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected former President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the November midterm elections. Al Jazeera World Denmark Alleges Russian Warship Fired Flares at Military Helicopter Denmark has accused a Russian warship of firing two emergency flares at one of its military helicopters while it was tracking the vessel in the Baltic Sea. BBC News World US Confirms It Has Weapons Deployed in Space for the First Time The US Space Force has for the first time officially confirmed the deployment of space control weapons in orbit, citing threats from Russia and China. DW