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Sudan's armed forces said they repelled drone attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces on El Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state, and carried out bombardments against RSF positions in Nyala, the capital of South Darfur. The announcements come as the war between the army and the RSF, ongoing since April 2023, continues to grind through Darfur and Kordofan, displacing millions and driving large parts of the country toward famine.

Seoul is moving to clear regulatory obstacles so delivery robots can operate and park inside apartment complexes, where many residents receive packages. The city aims to make it easier for autonomous delivery services to reach people's doors in high-density housing. The move signals growing official support for robotics in everyday urban logistics as demand for contactless delivery rises.

A South China Morning Post opinion piece examines how Hong Kong is pursuing a new solution to its long-running land value problem, which has made the city one of the world's least affordable housing markets. The article weighs whether the government's latest approach can unlock land supply and ease pressure on property prices, a debate central to Hong Kong's economy and public finances.

Health authorities in Adelaide, South Australia, have issued alerts after a measles outbreak spread further through the city. A hospital and an entertainment venue have both been named as exposure sites, with staff and visitors warned to watch for symptoms. Measles is highly contagious, and officials are urging anyone who may have been exposed to check their vaccination status and seek medical advice if unwell.

A man is accused of holding a business owner at knifepoint during an attempted robbery in South City, St. Louis, according to local reports. Details about the suspect's identity, whether an arrest has been made, and the extent of any injuries were not immediately available. Police have not released further information about the incident.

A man has been charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting in South Toledo, Ohio, according to local reporting. Details about the victim, the suspect's identity, and the circumstances of the shooting have not been made available beyond the charge itself. Residents are following the case as police investigate the city's latest deadly violence.

Chicago police say a man has been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing on the city's South Side. Details about the victim's condition or the circumstances of the attack have not been released. The charges come as Chicago continues to grapple with concerns over violent crime in several neighborhoods.

Staff at the South Street Seaport Museum in New York have voted to authorize a strike. The move signals mounting labor tensions at the institution, though no walkout date has been confirmed. Details on the specific disputes, contract demands and union response from management were not immediately available as workers prepare for possible job action.

A magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck the Los Angeles area's South Bay on Sunday morning, with the U.S. Geological Survey placing the epicenter about three miles from El Segundo, California. Residents across nearby cities reported light shaking. No damage or injuries were reported, and the quake was large enough to be widely felt in the region.

South Carolina officials are examining how Charleston would handle a Category 5 hurricane, a storm stronger than Hugo, which devastated the state in 1989. The discussion focuses on evacuation plans, infrastructure readiness and how the city would prepare for and recover from a worst-case strike. It comes as the hurricane season puts renewed attention on coastal vulnerabilities.

Developers have put forward plans for a large new settlement on land south of Cambridge, including around 4,000 homes along with schools, shops and a riverside country park. The scheme would significantly expand the city's southern edge, adding substantial housing capacity in a region under acute development pressure. Local reaction to the scale of the proposal and its impact on infrastructure and green space is likely to be a key question as plans progress.