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Day laborers in Sudan are struggling to survive as the ongoing war destroys livelihoods across the country, according to Asharq Al-Awsat. With work scarce and incomes wiped out, casual workers who once lived hand to mouth now face hunger and displacement, highlighting the war's economic toll on Sudan's poorest.

A new US report has detailed the extent of so-called pig-butchering and romance scams run through dating apps, with victims losing savings and sometimes their entire life savings to fraudsters. The findings, published via Congress, describe the financial and emotional damage as devastating and are renewing calls for tighter regulation of dating platforms and better fraud protections.

A powerful El Niño event is being described as a perfect storm for the world's fishing industry, driving fish stocks away from traditional waters and hitting catches hard. Warmer ocean surface temperatures disrupt marine ecosystems, leaving fishing communities facing sharp income losses and raising concerns about food supply and prices in regions dependent on seafood.

A report alleges that Gaza's dental care system has been devastated by Israel's military campaign and blockade, leaving residents with such severe untreated dental problems that some are pulling out their own teeth to survive the pain. The report attributes the collapse to destroyed clinics, shortages of dentists, equipment and supplies, and restricted humanitarian access.

Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. military to prepare new strikes on Iran, according to reports circulating online. The reported plans include use of the GBU-43, known as the 'Mother of All Bombs', America's most powerful non-nuclear weapon, with targets said to include Iranian nuclear facilities and Pickaxe Mountain. Commenters are framing it as evidence of endless war in the Middle East, though the reports have not been officially confirmed.

A health non-profit has identified 31 at-risk rural hospitals that provide labor and delivery services, warning that their possible closure would leave 96 counties without maternity care. Advocates say the consequences would be particularly devastating for rural communities, where expectant mothers may have to travel long distances for childbirth services if local facilities shut down.

Italy is being compared to France as unrest breaks out in Milan, with accounts of looting, devastation and violence unfolding in the city. Italian-language posts describing the scenes are circulating widely and drawing strong reactions, with many asking whether Italy is following the pattern of riots seen recently in French cities.

A US service member who fell from the rafters of the Alamodome in San Antonio has died from their injuries. The death was announced Friday morning, prompting an outpouring of grief in San Antonio, often called Military City USA for its large military community. People are sharing condolences and asking for prayers for the service member's family, loved ones and unit.

Critics are highlighting that President Donald Trump's public defense of Chinese leader Xi Jinping was contradicted by new intelligence showing Houthi militants are using Chinese-supplied components to build missiles. The reports fuel claims that Beijing's weapons transfers to Iran-aligned forces undermine Trump's friendly stance toward Xi, drawing sharp commentary in US political and foreign policy discussions.

Bologna saw a night of violent rioting and looting, with reports describing the city centre as resembling a war zone. Accounts circulating widely point to radical left-wing activists carrying Palestinian flags among those involved. Italian observers are debating the scale of the damage, police response and the political motivations behind the unrest.

Threats against politicians in Australia have increased fourfold this decade, according to reporting by Zena Chamas and Madi Chwasta. The attack on independent MP Helen Haines is described as the most serious violence against an Australian politician since the killing of a federal MP in the 1990s, but analysts note it did not occur in isolation, pointing to a wider pattern of intimidation of public officials.

Small business owners in France are reporting heavy losses after looting, with shops ransacked and merchandise destroyed. Owners say the damage threatens their livelihoods and, for some, may be impossible to recover from. The reporting has drawn attention to the economic toll on local retailers and renewed debate over security and public order in affected areas.

Intelligence assessments suggest Russia is preparing one of its most devastating and large-scale attacks on Ukraine since the beginning of the war, using missiles and drones. Reports say Ukraine is increasingly vulnerable to aerial attack, raising concern about air defence capacity. The warning is circulating widely among war-watchers, who note the potential scale of the anticipated strike.

New footage from Valencia, Spain shows the scale of the deadly flooding there, with hundreds of people rescued by boat and helicopter, and military trucks deployed to reach stranded residents. Reports speak of fatalities and missing people. The images underline the severity of the disaster and the scale of the emergency operation now under way in the region.

Iván Redondo, former chief of staff to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, purchased an apartment belonging to the Social Security system for 500,000 euros below its market value, according to Telemadrid. The report has sparked criticism in Spain, with opponents accusing the government's circle of benefiting from public asset auctions, while the details of how the sale was authorised remain under scrutiny.

Ben Simmons has reportedly suffered a serious injury as he was working toward a return to the NBA. The news lands just as the former All-Star had been attempting to revive his career after injuries and time away from the league. Fans and basketball commentators are reacting to the setback and questioning what it means for his playing future.

A massive fire has torn through Limoges City Hall in central France, leaving the historic building's roof destroyed, wooden beams charred and debris scattered inside. Aerial images showing the extent of the damage to the architectural landmark have drawn widespread shock and concern for France's heritage.

Volodymyr Zelensky has addressed Ukraine's military amid renewed claims that Ukrainian forces have suffered devastating battlefield losses, while discussion of a possible nuclear strike on capitals adds to alarm. The remarks are drawing wide attention as the war continues to dominate international headlines, with observers weighing the seriousness of the loss claims and the escalating nuclear rhetoric.