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Attack with axes in Victoria: three injured, manhunt under way
The attacker left the scene, police are conducting a search following an axe attack in the Gippsland region.

European Commission: Cloud Computing Act
The Commission presents a law to reduce the European military's dependence on American technology.

Witkoff and Kushner arrive in Moscow for talks
The US envoys have arrived in Moscow, where they have begun talks with the Russian side, at a time when the situation on the ground continues to deteriorate.

Judge declares mistrial in children's murder case
The jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the case of a woman who killed her three children, leading to the dismissal of the trial.

Reform UK suspends two officials over controversy
James Orrell and Dan Jukes resigned following a recording that revealed an attempt to circumvent the law, with the party distancing itself from their actions.

Argentina imposes sanctions on companies exploiting oil near Falklands
The Argentine government has announced the introduction of stricter measures against companies involved in oil exploration near the disputed islands, escalating tensions with London.

Trump appoints Telle as acting secretary of the army
Adam Telle replaces Dr. Daniel Driscoll, who resigned following tensions with Defence Secretary Hegseth, as the military faces a shortage of weapons due to the conflict with Iran.

Australia tightens security, science records milestone
Government responds to tensions in the region as doctors record a historic success with a genetically modified transplant.

2,935 excess deaths in Belgium following extreme heat
Heatwaves from June to August caused thousands of excess deaths, with the highest toll recorded in the first half of the summer.

US in drug operation against drug trafficking in the Caribbean

Two people killed in shooting in Minnesota
Two people died in a residential building in Minneapolis, while two police officers were injured. The suspect is dead.

China sees CO2 emissions fall amid Middle East conflict
Falling oil consumption and a shift to electric vehicles have driven down emissions, with imports down by 32 per cent.

Hundreds protest against migration in Spanish cities
Thousands take to the streets in several Spanish cities, demanding stricter migration controls and criticising the government's approach, amid concurrent protests by the left.

Hackers breach three UK airports, 8.7 million people's data at risk
Attack on Manchester Airports Group exposed vulnerabilities, with attackers publishing personal data of over eight million people in a publicly accessible location.

Putin: Zelensky's proposal to close the sky is terrorism
The Russian president condemned the Ukrainian leader's statement, calling it a threat, as both sides confirmed an escalation in the airspace.

Australia: drones monitor beaches for safety
Surf Life Saving New South Wales has introduced a new beach surveillance system using drones to monitor marine life, including sharks, with the aim of protecting swimmers.

Trump administration introduces strict rules for children's passports
New regulations require strict evidence of parents' citizenship, sparking legal challenges and lawsuits.

Markey wins Democratic primary in Massachusetts
The senior senator defeated a younger representative, securing the Democratic nomination for a third term.