The UK government is considering a new law to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession over his past links to Jeffrey Epstein. Defence Minister Luke Pollard said it was the “right thing to do,” but added that any step should follow the police investigation. Andrew was recently arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and later released under investigation. He denies all wrongdoing. He had earlier stepped back from public duties after criticism over his ties to Epstein. Any change to the line of succession would need approval from Parliament and support from Commonwealth countries. (PC: BBC)

Two improvised explosive devices were found in Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir as agencies warned of a possible Lashkar-e-Taiba plot targeting Delhi. Officials have not linked the recoveries to the alert, but security remains tight.   In Punjab, an IED was found in a bag near a police post in Amritsar. “A suspicious bag was spotted… the bomb disposal squad confirmed it as an IED and diffused it,” SSP Sohail Qasim Mir said. Another IED was detected in Ganderbal’s Safapora area in Kashmir and defused by the army’s bomb squad and J&K Police. Security has been stepped up across Delhi. (PC: India Today)

Punch-kun, the young Japanese macaque who recently won hearts after being accepted by his troop at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan, has now made another adorable breakthrough. After overcoming early rejection and slowly bonding with adult members of the group, Punch has formed a playful connection with another juvenile macaque. Zoo officials shared that the pair were seen grooming, chasing, and sitting closely together — positive signs of social bonding in macaque communities. The new friendship marks another step in Punch’s emotional development and integration, delighting animal lovers worldwide who continue to follow his heartwarming journey.

In Bannu District of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a suicide attack during an intelligence-based military operation left two Pakistani soldiers dead and five militants killed, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday. The casualties included Lt Col Shahzada Gul Faraz and Sepoy Karamat Shah, who were killed after their security convoy was targeted by militants called Fitna al-Khwarij, a term used by authorities for alleged Indian-backed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan fighters. Troops intercepted a vehicle-borne suicide bomber, averting a larger civilian tragedy, but militants rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the lead convoy, triggering intense combat. The clash highlights ongoing security challenges in northwest Pakistan’s militant-affected regions. (PC: Dawn)

At Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan, a seven-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch-kun has captured global attention after being embraced by his monkey troop following an emotionally difficult start. Born in July 2025, Punch was abandoned by his mother and initially rejected by other macaques, leading staff to care for him using a stuffed orangutan toy for comfort. Zookeepers slowly reintroduced him to the group, and recent viral footage shows an adult monkey hugging and grooming Punch — a key sign of acceptance and social bonding among primates. The touching moment has delighted viewers worldwide.

Mike Huckabee, the United States ambassador to Israel, has sparked controversy by asserting that **Israel has a “biblical right” to territory stretching from the Euphrates to the Nile, citing the Old Testament promise to Abraham’s descendants during an interview with Tucker Carlson. Huckabee said it “would be fine if they took it all,” though he later clarified that Israel currently seeks only to live in peace and secure areas where its people reside. Critics say his remarks reflect strong evangelical support and downplay Palestinian rights, raising international concerns over U.S. Middle East policy.

A truck carrying liquefied petroleum gas overturned and exploded on Route 5 Norte near General Velásquez in Santiago, Chile, leaving four people dead, including the driver, and at least 17 others injured. The crash triggered a massive fireball, engulfing nearby vehicles and sending thick black smoke into the sky. Around 50 vehicles were reportedly damaged in the blaze. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, rescuing the injured and battling flames for hours. Several victims remain in serious condition. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the fatal accident.

Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran expects to have a draft counterproposal for the U.S. on its nuclear programme ready within days after indirect talks in Geneva, aimed at addressing concerns without ending enrichment. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran has roughly 10-15 days to reach a deal or face “really bad things,” including possible limited military strikes, as Washington boosts forces in the Middle East. The draft plan reflects “guiding principles,” not an agreement, and both sides agree military action would complicate diplomacy. (PC: AFP)

Punch-kun, a seven-month-old macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo, appears to have been accepted by his troop after days of rejection. A video shows an adult monkey named Onsing pulling Punch into a close hug. The clip has gone viral online. “After enduring days of rejection, Baby Punch finally experienced the comfort of love,” a post on X said. Another video shows an adult gently grooming him. The zoo said Punch had earlier been scolded and dragged by an adult monkey. Officials explained that grooming helps monkeys build trust and social bonds within the group.

The US Supreme Court dealt a historic blow to President Donald Trump, striking down his sweeping global tariffs in a 6-3 ruling authored by conservative Chief Justice John Roberts. The court ruled Trump's use of the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act exceeded presidential authority, upholding a lower court's decision. Notably, conservative justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett both Trump appointees joined the majority alongside three liberal justices. Three conservative justices dissented. CNN reported Trump erupted in fury during a White House breakfast with state governors upon hearing the verdict, calling it "a disgrace" and attacking the courts. The White House issued no immediate official statement following the landmark ruling. (PC: X)