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A shooting on Brown University’s campus left two students dead and nine others injured, prompting an immediate emergency response and lockdown. Authorities secured the area as investigations began, while the university canceled activities and offered counseling support to students, staff, and families during the unfolding crisis.
The Philippines reported that several of its fishermen were injured and boats damaged following an encounter with Chinese vessels in the South China Sea. The incident has renewed concerns over safety, sovereignty, and escalating tensions in the disputed waters.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Thailand and Cambodia’s leaders have reached an agreement to halt hostilities. The ceasefire marks a significant step toward easing tensions between the two nations, raising hopes for stability, dialogue, and a peaceful resolution to ongoing disputes in the region.
Ukraine has stepped up its offensive against Russia’s energy networks, using long-range strikes and drone attacks to disrupt oil exports and infrastructure that fund Moscow’s war. The pressure campaign aims to weaken Russia’s economy, though how far Kyiv can escalate remains uncertain amid ongoing fighting and global tensions.
Australia has launched a world-first law barring kids under 16 from major social platforms, forcing apps like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to block young users or face hefty fines. The goal is to protect youth from online harms, and the move has sparked questions about whether similar limits could emerge…
