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Kim Jong-un departed Pyongyang by train for Beijing on Monday, continuing a tradition of North Korean leaders using rail travel for international visits. These specialized trains, equipped with security, amenities, and communication facilities, have been used for trips to China, Vietnam, and Russia. The trains feature multiple carriages, including offices, bedrooms, and even space for armored vehicles.
Following the assassination of Ahmed al-Rahawi in an Israeli airstrike on Sana’a, Yemen’s Houthi movement appointed Mohammed Ahmed Muftah as acting Prime Minister. Born in 1967, Muftah has been a key figure within the group, known for his religious background and long-standing involvement. His appointment comes amid ongoing tensions in the region.
Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) has criticized the government's decision to recruit music and dance teachers in primary schools. JeI Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar termed the move "regrettable and irrational," advocating instead for the appointment of religious teachers.
The UK government is suspending applications for refugees to bring family members into the country, aiming to tighten immigration rules amid rising pressure to reduce asylum seekers arriving from France. Interior Minister Yvette Cooper cited increasing applications and housing pressures as reasons for the temporary suspension.
In Iraq's southern region, a section of an under-construction bridge collapsed on the Karbala-Baghdad route, resulting in at least two fatalities and several injuries. Rescue teams worked overnight, extricating seven individuals and recovering the deceased from the debris. Among the injured were Syrian and Afghan nationals, highlighting concerns about safety protocols in Iraq's burgeoning construction sector.
A massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia led to the arrest of 475 workers, predominantly Korean nationals, triggering diplomatic intervention from South Korea. Federal agents executed the operation following a months-long investigation into unlawful employment practices. The raid involved multiple agencies, highlighting a crackdown on workforce exploitation and federal law violations, as stated by Homeland Security.
Etihad Airways aims to deliver 100 Mbps in-flight Wi-Fi fleetwide within three years, enhancing passenger experience. The airline posted a strong AED 1.1 billion profit in the first half of 2025, fueled by 17% passenger growth, a fleet exceeding 100 aircraft, and 27 new destinations. With ongoing hires and expansions, Etihad continues to strengthen its global position amid economic uncertainties.
Donald Trump and Gavin Newsom have escalated their political rivalry into a meme war, marked by AI-generated videos. Trump initiated the exchange by posting a video mocking Newsom, who retaliated with his own digitally altered clips. The feud, fueled by past disagreements, has transformed into a public spectacle of comedic, yet pointed, digital jabs.