North Korea fired a ballistic missile off its east coast Sunday, according to South Korea’s military. South Korea condemned the launch as a UN violation and convened an emergency security meeting.

Trump sons secured a $620 million Pentagon loan for Vulcan Elements, while other companies won robotics and a reported $9 billion contract. The deals matter as Trump’s team advances a pro-AI agenda while opponents seek safeguards and industry voices warn of malware and safety risks.

Local elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern are increasing pressure on Chancellor Merz after the AfD’s earlier Saxony-Anhalt victory. CDU polling suggests possible defeats, with Mecklenburg-Vorpommern support near the 5% threshold for entering parliament.

Saudi Arabia says Yemen's Houthis attempted to attack Riyadh with a ballistic missile. The reported attempt highlights continuing risks to Saudi Arabia from Yemen's conflict.

Russia reported powerful cyberattacks during the second day of parliamentary voting. The reports raise concerns about election security during an active vote.

North Korea launched another projectile toward the sea after firing a short-range ballistic missile that traveled about 450 kilometers. The launches add to ongoing North Korean weapons tests and regional tensions.

Earl Charles Spencer compared media treatment of Harry and Meghan to Diana’s era, calling sensational tabloids cancerous and unpleasant. He urged lessons from Diana’s death, while Harry and Meghan said toxic coverage contributed to stepping back from royal duties.

Narges Mohammadi said Iranians are paying the price for war. Her statement highlights the burden of war on Iranians.

North Korea rejected an IAEA resolution and said it will maintain its nuclear-armed status. The stance reinforces Pyongyang’s opposition to international denuclearization and nuclear oversight efforts.