A honeymoon trip turned into a chilling crime as 26-year-old Raja Raghuvanshi was found murdered in Meghalaya, allegedly by his wife Sonam and her lover Raj Kushwaha. Married on May 11, Raja and Sonam had travelled from Indore to Shillong when he went missing on May 23. His body, found near Weisawdong waterfall, bore multiple sharp wounds. Investigations revealed Sonam had conspired with Raj and three contract killers—Akash, Vishal, and Anand—to carry out the murder. All five suspects are in custody. Sonam’s father claims she was kidnapped, demanding a CBI probe as Meghalaya Police press charges. (PC: India Today)

TikTok star Khaby Lame was detained by US immigration officers in Las Vegas on June 6 for overstaying his visa. Lame, an Italian citizen born in Senegal, entered the US on April 30. He was later released and left the country the same day. The news came out after political activist Bo Loudon claimed he reported Lame. Khaby is known for his silent, funny videos mocking silly life hacks. He has over 160 million TikTok followers. Despite the detention, he stayed active on social media. Lame became famous during the pandemic and now attends top events like the Met Gala. (PC: Getty Images)

BBC Verify has checked videos of protests in Los Angeles. The first clip shows a car on fire near Dale’s Donut in Compton on 7 June. People were waving Mexican flags near it. Later, police fired tear gas at the scene. Another video shows Waymo taxis burning on Los Angeles Street. That happened on Sunday around 5 p.m. A third clip shows someone smashing LAPD windows with a skateboard. This was filmed at night near LAPD headquarters. BBC is still checking more videos to understand what happened and when during the protests. (PC: X)

Pakistan’s national debt has surged to an unprecedented ₹76,007 billion (₹76 trillion), marking its highest-ever debt burden, according to the 2024–25 Economic Survey presented on June 10, 2025 . This staggering increase is fueled by years of excessive foreign borrowing, inflationary pressures, and twin crises stemming from the pandemic and global fuel price spikes . While GDP marginally recovered to a projected 2.7% in FY‑2025, the country still grapples with unsustainable debt-to-GDP levels and dwindling foreign reserves . Experts warn that without stringent fiscal reforms and diversified international support, Islamabad risks a balance-of-payments default and deeper economic instability. (PC: News 18)

A British-flagged aid vessel, Madleen, carrying 12 activists including Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters on June 9 while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The flotilla, organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, had departed Sicily on June 1, rescuing migrants en route and carrying essentials like baby formula, flour, medical supplies, and water kits . Israeli defense officials condemned the voyage as a propaganda stunt supporting Hamas, asserting security concerns and redirecting the vessel to Ashdod. Critics from governments and NGOs denounced the takeover as “piracy” and a violation of international law, demanding the immediate release of the crew . Supporters and UN officials called for safe humanitarian passage, stressing the urgency amid escalating Gaza famine fears.

A British-flagged aid vessel, Madleen, carrying 12 activists including Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters on June 9 while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The flotilla, organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, had departed Sicily on June 1, rescuing migrants en route and carrying essentials like baby formula, flour, medical supplies, and water kits . Israeli defense officials condemned the voyage as a propaganda stunt supporting Hamas, asserting security concerns and redirecting the vessel to Ashdod. Critics from governments and NGOs denounced the takeover as “piracy” and a violation of international law, demanding the immediate release of the crew . Supporters and UN officials called for safe humanitarian passage, stressing the urgency amid escalating Gaza famine fears.

British photojournalist Nick Stern was seriously wounded while covering protests in Los Angeles, struck by a rubber bullet that tore a 5cm hole in his leg. “Whatever it was that hit me actually perforated the skin,” Stern said from his hospital bed. “I’ve been hit before, but this was different.” He was visibly marked as press and standing “in the middle of the road.” Stern questioned if he was targeted or if it was “bad training.” The protests, sparked by outrage over ICE raids and police conduct, have spread across LA. Officials urge calm, warning against violence and fearmongering. (PC: AP)

  Nine News has issued an official statement after its U.S. correspondent, Lauren Tomasi, was shot with a rubber bullet while reporting live from violent anti-immigration riots in Los Angeles. The incident occurred as LAPD forces moved to disperse demonstrators protesting recent federal immigration crackdowns. In the live broadcast, Tomasi was visibly struck in the leg but continued coverage, assuring viewers of her condition. Nine News confirmed both she and her cameraman are safe. Australian officials are demanding explanations from U.S. authorities as concerns grow over journalist safety during civil unrest.    

Brianna Lafferty, a 33‑year‑old Colorado woman with myoclonus dystonia, was clinically dead for eight minutes when her body shut down. During that time, she “felt fully alive” separated from her physical self, yet more conscious than ever. She heard a voice ask if she was ready, then entered a “timeless realm” filled with peace, clarity, love, and beings that felt familiar. In that realm, thought manifested instantly, negativity transformed, and she sensed universal intelligence and numeric order. The ordeal reshaped her outlook: fear and worldly pursuits lost significance, and she returned with a renewed mission. Although her recovery was grueling relearning to walk and talk, undergoing experimental brain surgery she views her suffering as meaningful, though she fears enduring another near‑death experience. (PC: The Tribune)

Israel diverted the flotilla yacht Madleen, carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists aboard a Gaza-bound humanitarian mission organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, to the port of Ashdod on June 8 , 2025. Israeli authorities released footage showing passengers safe and unharmed, stating aid from the crew would be transferred to Gaza via official channels. The coalition decried the interception as an unlawful boarding and “kidnap,” accusing Israel of seizing charitable supplies such as baby formula, medical kits, and diapers. The operation followed a drone attack on a prior flotilla vessel in May and comes amid a contentious naval blockade initiated October 2023. (PC: The Times)