Widespread protests have erupted across Los Angeles following aggressive ICE raids targeting migrant communities. Demonstrators, including peaceful protesters and masked agitators, clashed with police using less-lethal munitions and erected barricades, with some throwing rocks, eggs, scooters, and Molotov-like devices . Vandalism, looting of retail stores (Apple, Adidas), burning Waymo cars and defaced public buildings prompted Mayor Bass to impose a downtown curfew (8 p.m.–6 a.m.) and declare an emergency . President Trump deployed up to 4,000 National Guard and 700 Marines under the Insurrection Act, prompting legal pushback from Governor Newsom and intensified debates on federal overreach. (PC: AP)

California Governor Gavin Newsom has filed an emergency court request to block President Donald Trump’s deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles for immigration raids. Newsom's move follows protests over mass deportations. He accused Trump of using troops to “stroke his ego,” calling the deployment reckless. The Marines haven’t yet responded to protests and are currently protecting federal buildings. The LAPD says it doesn't need federal help, while the Pentagon claims the mission costs $134 million. Newsom, joined by state Democrats, calls the move an unlawful overreach and a violation of state sovereignty. (PC: HT)

Austria's deadliest school shooting claimed 11 lives after a former student opened fire at Dreierschützengasse secondary school in Graz. The 21-year-old gunman, who didn't graduate from the school, killed 10 people including seven pupils before taking his own life. "A school is more than just a place to learn - it is a space for trust," Chancellor Christian Stocker said, declaring it a "national tragedy." The gunman legally owned two firearms and acted alone, police confirmed. Austria declared three days of mourning with flags at half-mast. Long queues formed at blood donation centers as the community rallied together. (PC: AP)

London Mayor Sadiq Khan was knighted by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, becoming the first mayor of London to receive the honor. Sir Sadiq, re-elected for a third term in May 2024, was recognized in the New Year Honours for political and public service. The ceremony saw him kneel before the monarch and be dubbed with a sword in the traditional process. The son of Pakistani immigrants, Khan called it "a big deal" for his family, with his emotional mother attending. However, Conservatives criticized the knighthood, claiming it rewards his "track record of failure." (PC: BBC)

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel on Tuesday following her detention while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The 22-year-old was among 12 activists aboard the British-flagged yacht "Madleen" when Israeli naval forces intercepted their "Freedom Flotilla" mission. The group sought to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza, in place since 2007. Thunberg departed on a flight to Sweden via France, according to the Israeli Foreign Ministry. While some activists accepted deportation, eight remain detained at Givon prison, planning to contest their removal before an Israeli tribunal. The vessel had departed from Sicily earlier this month. (PC: IsraelMFA / X)

A Good Morning Britain correspondent, Noel Phillips, was grazed by a rubber bullet as he reported live from protests in Los Angeles on June 9. Phillips described feeling “an enormous ton of bricks” against his arm before realizing he'd been hit, leaving a swollen, bandaged wound. Wearing full protective gear, including a helmet, gas mask, and press vest, he remained on air and reassured viewers he was “much better” following treatment. The footage highlights growing concerns over press safety amid escalating tensions. These demonstrations, sparked by aggressive ICE raids, have become increasingly volatile, with officers firing rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse gatherings.

A tragic school shooting in Graz, Austria, claimed 10 lives, including nine students and one adult, on Tuesday. The suspected gunman, reportedly a student at BORG Dreierschützengasse school, died by suicide in a restroom after the attack. Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker called the incident “a national tragedy,” while Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger said, “As a mother, it breaks my heart.” The school was evacuated and the area cordoned off. Students were treated at a nearby hall. EU leaders expressed shock, calling for safer learning environments. The shooting began around 10 AM, prompting emergency alerts and police response. (PC: AFP)

The UK government has reversed its decision to cut winter fuel payments, restoring them for 9 million pensioners earning £35,000 or less. The move, announced on June 9, follows intense political pressure and will cost £1.25 billion, while means-testing will save £450 million. Chancellor Rachel Reeves defended last year’s cuts but stated that improved public finances now allow expanded eligibility. The payments, ranging from £200 to £300, will be automatically distributed this winter. Critics argue the reversal complicates tax policies and raises concerns about future funding. The government insists the change will not lead to permanent additional borrowing, with funding details to be outlined in the upcoming budget. (PC: ELLE)

At least eight people were killed in a shooting at a school in Graz, Austria, on Tuesday. Local media reported that the suspected gunman, believed to be a student, may have taken his own life; his body was found in the school’s washroom. The shooting began around 10 am, prompting a major police operation. Several students and teachers were seriously injured. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, while families gathered outside for updates. Authorities searched the building and sealed the area. The attack occurred just days before the 10th anniversary of a previous Graz shooting in 2015. (PC: AFP)

Israel deported Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg after intercepting a Gaza-bound aid boat on June 9. Thunberg and 11 other pro-Palestinian activists were detained when their yacht, the Madleen, attempted to breach Israel’s naval blockade to deliver symbolic humanitarian aid. The Israeli foreign ministry called the move a “media stunt,” while Thunberg agreed to deportation and flew to France. Five French activists refused deportation and now face judicial proceedings. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, which organized the voyage, condemned the detentions as unlawful and demanded the release of all volunteers and the seized aid intended for Gaza’s starving civilians. (PC: BBC)