A 15-year-old Hindu boy in Bangladesh, Utsav Mandol, was beaten and hacked to death by a mob inside a police station after being accused of making “objectionable comments” about Prophet Muhammad on social media. The incident occurred in Khulna City, where Mandol had been detained without forensic evidence. The mob attacked him in the presence of police and army personnel. Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities (HRCBM) reported the tragic event, highlighting the lack of protection for the boy despite being in police custody. The incident has raised concerns over religious intolerance and mob justice in the country.

Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, pleaded guilty to federal tax charges on Thursday. He was accused of failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes between 2016 and 2019. The charges carried a maximum sentence of 17 years in prison and $450,000 in fines. By pleading guilty, Biden avoids a trial that was set to begin before the presidential election. Sentencing is scheduled for December 16. The guilty plea is likely part of an agreement with prosecutors for a reduced sentence.

Hamas has called on the United States to “exert real pressure” on Israel to secure a Gaza ceasefire, demanding an end to perceived bias. Hamas’s Khalil al-Hayya criticized the US for not acting against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who denies any ongoing deal. Netanyahu, speaking to Fox & Friends, said, “There is not a deal in the making,” emphasizing Israel’s goal to prevent Iranian resupply to Gaza. The US National Security Council claims a ceasefire deal is 90% complete but acknowledges ongoing complex negotiations. Meanwhile, Israel continues its offensive, impacting Gaza’s humanitarian situation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Thursday that Moscow’s primary goal in Ukraine is to capture the eastern Donbas region, claiming recent Ukrainian actions in Kursk have expedited Russian advances. Putin argued that Ukraine's push into Kursk, which aimed to distract Russian forces, has actually accelerated Moscow’s offensive in the Donbas. Despite setbacks, he asserted that Russian troops are making progress, nearing key logistics hubs. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized Ukraine’s commitment to holding its ground and suggested a readiness for negotiations, albeit under specific conditions.

A Royal Navy member has died after a Merlin Mk4 helicopter ditched into the Channel near Dorset on the night of September 4, 2024. The helicopter was conducting night-flying exercises with HMS Queen Elizabeth. The deceased, whose identity has not been released, was one of three crew members aboard. The other two were rescued and hospitalized. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed deep sadness, while Defence Secretary John Healey and First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key also offered condolences. An investigation into the incident will be conducted.

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier as the new prime minister. Barnier, 73, was the EU's chief Brexit negotiator. He now faces the challenge of forming a government in a divided National Assembly. Barnier, a member of the right-wing Republicans, replaces Gabriel Attal. Some opposition groups, especially the left-wing New Popular Front, are unhappy with the choice. Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of France Unbowed, criticized the appointment. The far-right National Rally has said it will judge Barnier based on his actions regarding France’s budget, due by October 1st.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has humorously claimed he prefers Kamala Harris to win the U.S. presidential election. Speaking at the Eastern Economic Forum, Putin remarked that Harris' "infectious" laugh made her Russia's preferred candidate over Donald Trump. Despite his ironic tone, Putin's comments come amid tense U.S.-Russia relations, with fresh sanctions imposed by the Biden administration against Kremlin-run websites and media employees. Earlier, Putin dismissed Ukraine’s incursion into Russia’s Kursk region. These remarks further illustrate the ongoing geopolitical chess game between the U.S. and Russia as the U.S. election approaches.

A suspect was fatally shot by Munich police on Thursday after opening fire on officers in the Karolinenplatz area. The incident occurred at 9 a.m. near the Nazi-era history museum and Israeli Consulate. Police responded to reports of a person carrying a long gun and exchanged shots with the suspect, resulting in fatal injuries. No bystanders were harmed. The suspect's identity and motive are currently unknown. An investigation is underway. The suspect used an old firearm with a repeating mechanism. Bavaria's Interior Minister confirmed the police response was prompted by the suspect's initial gunfire.

Kamala Harris' presidential campaign has accepted the rules for the September 10 debate against Donald Trump. The debate, hosted by ABC News, will feature muted microphones for each candidate when it's not their turn to speak. This is the first debate between Harris and Trump, following Joe Biden's withdrawal as the Democratic candidate. The campaign is prepared to follow the rules, but hopes for moments where the microphones will be unmuted, allowing for unrehearsed responses. The debate will be held on September 10, with strict rules in place to maintain a structured discussion.

A Russian airstrike struck a military training institute and a nearby hospital in Poltava city, Ukraine, resulting in significant casualties. The attack killed at least 50 people and injured approximately 300 others. Two ballistic missiles caused extensive damage to both structures. Rescue efforts are currently underway to retrieve individuals trapped under debris. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has initiated a cabinet reshuffle and dismissed his deputy chief of staff in response to the incident. The attack has raised concerns about the safety of military personnel and civilians in the region.