WorldFormer Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett says Israel smuggled Starlink receivers into Iran to aid protesters. He said the effort was later halted by Benjamin Netanyahu’s government.
SportsBrendon McCullum said his relationship with Ben Stokes remains strong after the nightclub controversy that sidelined the England captain for the second Test. Stokes and Gus Atkinson are back for the third Test at Trent Bridge.
WorldPhilippine authorities are reviewing school safety measures after a rare shooting at a public high school in Tacloban City killed three students and injured 20 others. Officials said the attack has raised concerns over emergency preparedness, firearm access and online violence.
SportsMexican supporters in Los Angeles rallied behind Iran during its World Cup match against Belgium, as Team Melli continues to deal with visa and travel issues. Iranian players and supporters said the backing from Mexican fans has been striking.
SportsAnton Segner has been included in New Zealand's squad for next month's tests against France, Italy and Ireland. The Frankfurt-born flanker is set to become the first German-born player to represent the All Blacks.
SportsHolger Rune says he is still not ready to return after an Achilles injury that has kept him out since October. The Dane said his recovery is progressing well and he hopes to come back stronger.
TechnologyTata Electronics said it detected a cybersecurity incident after researchers said World Leaks posted files tied to Apple and Tesla online. Apple is investigating, while Tata said its operations were unaffected.
WorldKim Jong Un said North Korea would fully exercise its position as a nuclear weapons state to confront a worsening global security environment. KCNA said he also called for stronger conventional arms and faster construction of a strategic missile cruiser.
TechnologyMeta has appointed Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah as the new head of WhatsApp and will also lead a $900 million funding round in his company CRED. The move comes as Meta seeks new ways to monetise the messaging platform.
WorldFrance and Germany have agreed a joint governance framework for arms maker KNDS, setting the stage for a dual listing in Paris and Frankfurt. The deal is also seen as strengthening prospects for wider European defence cooperation.
WorldA UNDP and CNRS assessment estimates direct building damage in southern Lebanon at $1.38 billion. The review found more than 11,000 buildings destroyed, though it does not cover the latest weeks of fighting.
WorldA temporary US sanctions reprieve could bring Iran billions of dollars, but dismantling decades of legal and financial restrictions is expected to be slow and politically difficult. Experts say commercial caution may also limit the impact.
