On July 26, 2025, a 42-year-old man allegedly entered the Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, at about 4:43 p.m. and randomly stabbed 11 people with a folding knife . A deputy arrived within minutes and, with help from bystanders—including an armed shopper—took the suspect into custody . Victims were rushed to Munson Medical Center, where six are in critical condition, and five are seriously injured . Authorities describe the act as random, with no evidence of any accomplices or motive yet . Walmart and the FBI are cooperating; Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is closely monitoring the situation. (PC: NDTV)

According to recent reports, Elon Musk directed SpaceX engineers to shut down Starlink satellite coverage in parts of southern Ukraine during a crucial phase of Ukraine’s 2022 counteroffensive against Russian forces near Kherson. The sudden blackout reportedly disrupted over 100 Starlink terminals, causing operational failure in drone and artillery coordination. Although Ukraine eventually liberated the region, the event sparked international concern over the control a private individual holds over critical infrastructure. SpaceX has denied the shutdown claim, while global leaders are now rethinking reliance on private satellite networks for national security and military communications. (PC: AP)

Violent clashes along the disputed Cambodia–Thailand border entered their third day on July 26, 2025, forcing nearly 38,000 Cambodians and nearly 140,000 Thais to flee their homes . At least 32 civilians and soldiers have died amid escalating artillery, rocket fire, and airstrikes near ancient temples like Ta Moan Thom . Thailand declared martial law in eight border districts and suspended all crossings, while Cambodia endorsed a UN Security Council meeting pressing for restraint and mediation . With both sides accusing the other of starting the aggression, ASEAN and the UN have urged ceasefire talks to avoid wider regional conflict. (PC: Al Jazeera)

Russia’s only aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov, may soon be scrapped after years of costly and unsuccessful repairs. Dubbed the “Ship of Shame”, the Soviet-era vessel has been plagued by fires, a deadly dry dock accident, and chronic delays since entering overhaul in 2017. Russian officials now admit that restoring the 40-year-old ship may be financially and technically unfeasible. Experts, including retired Admiral Sergei Avakyants, say it symbolizes outdated military priorities, with modern warfare shifting toward drones and unmanned systems. Scrapping Kuznetsov would mark a symbolic decline in Russia’s carrier-based naval ambitions. (PC: Reuters)

Cambodia has called for an unconditional ceasefire with Thailand following two days of intense border clashes that left at least 32 dead and displaced over 196,000 people. Fighting erupted near the disputed Preah Vihear temple, involving jets, artillery, and ground troops. Cambodia’s UN envoy Chhea Keo questioned Thailand’s claim that Cambodia initiated the conflict, citing its limited military capacity. Thailand imposed martial law in eight districts and accused Cambodia of targeting civilian infrastructure. The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting, urging restraint and diplomacy. Malaysia offered to mediate. The conflict revives a century-old territorial dispute, last flaring violently in 2011. (PC: Al Jazeera & Time Magazine)

During his visit to Scotland, U.S. President Donald Trump declared that immigration is “killing Europe,” urging nations to “get their act together” and halt what he called a “horrible invasion.” He claimed the U.S. had zero illegal entries last month due to his administration’s crackdown and criticized predecessor Joe Biden for lax border policies. Trump praised unnamed European leaders resisting migration but warned others of losing their national identity. His remarks coincide with rising European tensions over immigration, as UK PM Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron recently announced a migrant return deal. Trump is also scheduled to meet Starmer and open a new golf course in Scotland. (PC: The White House)

Bangladesh Bank issued a directive banning women employees from wearing short dresses, sleeveless clothing, and leggings, urging sarees or salwar kameez with hijabs. Men were barred from jeans and chinos. The order warned of disciplinary action and mandated compliance monitoring. Social media erupted, likening the move to Taliban-style governance. Amid backlash, the bank withdrew the directive, calling it “purely advisory.” Simultaneously, a new ordinance banned government employees from protesting, replacing “disobedience” with “misconduct disrupting public duty,” allowing dismissal without appeal. Critics, including rights groups, condemned the developments as authoritarian and culturally regressive under the Muhammad Yunus regime. (PC: India Today)

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada’s intent to recognize the State of Palestine at the United Nations. Supporting a two-state solution, Carney emphasized peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians. Canada will actively participate in next week’s UN High-Level Conference in New York. The move follows France’s similar declaration, sparking global debate. Carney also condemned Israel’s failure to prevent Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. Hamas welcomed France’s recognition as a step toward justice and Palestinian self-determination. Israel, however, strongly opposed the initiative, citing security concerns. Canada’s shift signals growing international momentum toward Palestinian statehood amid escalating tensions in the region. (PC: The Times Of Israel & Financial Times)

The UN’s World Food Programme has warned that nearly one-third of Gaza’s population is going days without food, with 90,000 women and children needing urgent treatment for malnutrition. At least 122 people have died of starvation since the conflict began, with nine new deaths reported Friday. International pressure is mounting on Israel to lift aid restrictions. Germany, France, and the UK called the humanitarian catastrophe “unacceptable.” A US security contractor accused IDF and US forces of committing war crimes at aid sites. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation denied the allegations, calling the whistleblower a “disgruntled former contractor.” (PC: BBC)

Israel will permit foreign nations to parachute humanitarian aid into Gaza starting Friday, according to Israeli army radio. The move follows rising international pressure and reports from Gaza’s health ministry that over 100 Palestinians have died from starvation since March, when Israel halted aid. Though the blockade was lifted in May, tight restrictions remain, citing concerns over aid diversion to Hamas. UNICEF treated 5,000 malnourished children in Gaza in July alone. WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus labelled the crisis “man-made mass starvation,” urging urgent intervention. An official Israeli military spokesperson has not commented on the parachute aid report. (PC: X)