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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.

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.