Israel kills hundreds in 'initial stages' of its new Gaza operation

Greece is pursuing legal action against Adidas for an advertisement featuring a drone shoe "kicking" the Acropolis, which authorities deemed an offensive misuse of the historic monument for commercial purposes.

What This Mean: The controversy highlights tensions between commercial branding and the respectful treatment of culturally significant landmarks, raising questions about corporate responsibility in advertising.

Sixteen people were killed and thousands of buildings damaged as tornadoes struck Kentucky and Missouri over the weekend.

Hong Kong police are investigating the death of a woman found buried under a pile of items in her flat after her brother reported being unable to contact her for two days. Only her arm was visible beneath the clutter.

What This Mean: This tragic incident highlights concerns about extreme hoarding behavior and potential gaps in social support systems, as well as the strain on emergency services in densely populated urban areas like Hong Kong. It may prompt discussions on mental health awareness and community welfare checks.

Cannes Film Festival barred a French actor accused of rape from a premiere, signaling a potential shift in its stance on the #MeToo movement, reflecting a broader, overdue reckoning with sexual abuse in the French film industry.

Severe storms across the US have killed at least 20 people, including nine in a "mass casualty event" in Kentucky, with additional fatalities in Missouri, tornadoes in Wisconsin, and a heatwave in Texas.