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Boat carrying about 270 people capsizes off northern Cyprus, local media report
Damn it: A boat carrying about 270 people capsized off northern Cyprus, according to local media. The mayor says 159 passengers have been reached so far, and rescue efforts are ongoing. More details on casualties or survivors have not yet been released.
Damn it: Russian strikes threaten food shortages in Ukraine
Moscow has redirected strikes toward shopping centers and food distribution hubs. Markets in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities report tighter shelves as deliveries are disrupted. The development raises concerns about civilians' access to food amid the attacks.
Damn it: British woman killed in stabbing at German railway station
A British woman was killed in a stabbing at a German railway station. A 27-year-old German man was arrested immediately after the incident in Rosenheim, Bavaria.
Damn it: Military leaders warn Hegseth against extending Iran war operations
A classified assessment warns that prolonged large-scale operations in the Middle East could weaken U.S. capabilities elsewhere. The assessment is described as classified.
Damn it: Trump's ambassador in Italy stages Love Boat diplomacy aboard his mega yacht
Tilman Fertitta, a billionaire and great-grandson of Sicilian immigrants, serves as the U.S. ambassador to Italy. His net worth is about $11.1 billion, making him one of the wealthiest people to hold the post. The piece frames his diplomacy as a 'Love Boat' approach aboard his private yacht.
Damn it: China's aging population sparks an 'adult children for hire' trend
Loneliness among seniors grows as China's birth rate remains low and the population ages. Startups are launching services where younger companions provide company and light support. The new market aims to ease social isolation and meet demand for elder care.
Damn it: Pastor Robert Guanco killed at Christian festival; Eastbourne church leads tributes
Robert Guanco, 41, was a pastor at Jesus the Living Water Church in Eastbourne, East Sussex. He was killed at a Christian festival. His church has led tributes in his memory.
Damn it: Search continues for boat in distress in the Channel as two crew remain missing
Two of the five crew members are still unaccounted for, according to the coastguard. The vessel was described as in distress in the Channel. Search efforts are continuing.
Damn it: Manhunt after deadly Swiss shooting near Zurich
One person was killed and five were injured in a shooting at an event near Zurich overnight. A large police operation is underway as officers search for suspects.
Damn it: Burnham gets the early prison release changes he wanted — but at what cost?
The prime minister says hundreds more criminals will stay behind bars. He says the plan requires complex changes. The piece notes questions about the cost and feasibility.
Damn it: British heavyweight Moses Itauma stretchered out after gruelling world title defeat
21-year-old British heavyweight Moses Itauma was carried out on a stretcher after a gruelling world title fight ended in defeat. The setback marks a tough lesson at boxing's highest level. The article asks what Itauma can learn from the loss and what his next steps might be.
Damn it: Co-housing residents share a 15-acre Georgian mansion for the price of a two-bed house
Co-housing residents live in a Grade II listed mansion. They pay the same price as a two-bedroom house to share the property.
Damn it: WhatsApp group chat laundered millions to fund crime and extremism
A WhatsApp-based money-laundering operation moved millions in cash with no paper trail. Members coordinated transfers in the UK and around the world. The scheme reportedly funded crime and extremism.
Damn it: PC Harper's killers to stay in jail as PM announces changes to early release scheme
The PM announced changes to the early release scheme under the Sentencing Act. PC Harper's killers will stay in jail. Andy Burnham told BBC Breakfast that anyone convicted of manslaughter will be excluded from the scheme.
Damn it: Iceland's EU referendum on a knife edge as counting continues
Voters are deciding whether to resume Iceland's EU membership talks. The result remains uncertain as counting continues.
Damn it: Moses Itauma stretchered out after shock defeat in gruelling world title fight
Filip Hrgovic defeated Moses Itauma in London, ending the Briton’s world-title dream. The bout was gruelling, and Itauma appeared to tire as it wore on. He was stretchered from the ring after the defeat.
Damn it: Gamescom highlights from Cologne — Witcher 3 to Alien: Isolation 2
BBC journalist Laura Cress offers a first look at Gamescom in Cologne. She highlights major titles, including The Witcher 3 and Alien: Isolation 2. The piece surveys upcoming games and what they promise for the rest of the year.
Damn it: Vessel with five people in distress in the English Channel
The coastguard says a vessel with five people on board is in distress in the English Channel. Authorities have not released further details about the vessel or its passengers.
Damn it: Norway's new king recalls his father in inaugural speech
Haakon VIII delivered his first speech as king. He paid an emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V. He then outlined how he intends to reign. The remarks linked family memory to his royal duties.
Damn it: Train hits van on level crossing; man dies in Burscough
A train struck a van at a level crossing in Burscough. British Transport Police said a man in the van died at the scene.
Damn it: China censors videos showing deadly flash floods on the Nepal-Tibet border
Footage of the flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border is nearly impossible to find online in China due to heavy censorship. That censorship keeps the disaster largely out of the public view.
Damn it: Cleverly quits shadow cabinet to run for London mayor
Cleverly has stepped down from the shadow cabinet to pursue the London mayoralty. London won't vote on a new mayor until 2028.
Damn it: Beijing expands purge of top generals
Beijing widens its purge of senior officers tied to ousted leaders, according to analysts. The campaign targets generals linked to former leaders removed from power. Beijing also aims to project power across the Indo-Pacific.
Good grief: Football fans pay tribute to officers killed in A66 crash near Middlesbrough
Two officers, PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough, died in a head-on collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough. Football fans at a Middlesbrough match paid tribute to the officers.