Mysterious Asteroids Near Venus Could Slam Into Earth Soon

"Somewhere in the orbit of Venus, scientists believe a hidden population of asteroids is circling the Sun—nearly invisible to Earth-bound telescopes and possibly capable of striking our planet with very little warning.

A recent study led by Valerio Carruba, an astronomer at São Paulo State University in Brazil. His team published findings in Astronomy & Astrophysics that paint a detailed and slightly alarming picture of what’s known as Venusian co-orbital asteroids—a category of objects few people outside of planetary science have even heard of.
“We can’t detect them with current telescopes,” Carruba explained in an interview,

He warns that some of these objects might be as large as 300 meters wide—enough to create a crater several kilometers across and release energy comparable to “hundreds of megatons.” msn

Russian defense workers flee in terror as Ukraine's Neptune missile levels plant

"Ukraine

successfully struck another Russian military manufacturing plant on Monday amid
its efforts to target its resources.
The Ukrainian Navy announced that Neptune missiles "accurately hit" Russia's Karachev Elektrodetal plant in Bryansk Oblast, a manufacturing site for aircraft, military equipment and other defense systems. The strikes set the plant ablaze." msn

Astronomers track “unexplained object” past Pluto

"The cosmos has once again presented us with a mystery. Astronomers have recently tracked an unidentified object moving past Pluto, the dwarf planet at the edge of our solar system. This discovery has sparked a flurry of interest and speculation in the scientific community.

The object’s unusual trajectory and speed immediately caught the attention of the scientists, prompting a more detailed investigation.
A detailed examination of the object’s path revealed that it was moving at an unusually high speed, far surpassing that of known celestial bodies in the same region. Its trajectory also deviated significantly from the typical paths of asteroids and comets, adding to the mystery surrounding the object.
Preliminary observations suggest that it is significantly larger than typical asteroids or comets in our solar system. Its shape and composition, however, remain unknown, as current technology limits our ability to study distant objects in detail." msn

Strong mag. 5.5 Earthquake - North Pacific Ocean, 92 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy, Kamchatka, Russia

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the North Pacific Ocean 332 km (206 mi)

from Kamchatka, Russia, in the morning at 10.07 am local time (Asia/Kamchatka GMT +12). The quake had a shallow depth of 42 km (26 mi) and was felt widely in the area. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." W

Two killed, 15 injured in bomb blast in Pakistan's Quetta

"At least two people were killed and 15 others were injured in a bomb blast in Pakistan's Quetta on Tuesday. The explosion took place on Zarghoon Road in Quetta, was followed by heavy gunfire, prompting authorities to declare a state of emergency in hospitals across the city." IndiaTV

Ukrainian forces liberate 174 sq. km. in Donetsk Oblast

"Ukrainian forces have liberated more than 174 square kilometers of territory and cleared nearly 200 square kilometers of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups in the Dobropillya front sector in Donetsk Oblast, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his evening address to the nation." KI

West at war with Russia – Polish PM

"The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is also the West’s war, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said. The most important task for EU leaders is to make people aware of the threat that Russia supposedly poses, he told the Warsaw Security Forum." RT

Madagascar President dissolves government amid deadly protests

"President Andry Rajoelina dissolved his government on Monday in response to escalating,

youth-led protests over severe water and electricity shortages, a crisis the United Nations reports has left at least 22 people dead and over 100 injured in the most significant challenge to his authority in years.
The protests, now in their third day, were ignited by widespread anger over rolling blackouts and water shortages that can last for over 12 hours.
The demonstrations have grown into the largest the Indian Ocean island has seen in years, inspired by successful "Gen Z" movements in Kenya and Nepal." AfricaNews

One person was confirmed dead in Volusia County, Florida due to rip currents generated by Tropical Storm Imelda, and Hurricane Humberto

"One person was confirmed dead in Volusia County, Florida due to rip currents generated by Tropical Storm Imelda, and Hurricane Humberto in the Atlantic. Humberto is forecast to continue producing rip currents across the entire East Coast as Imelda intensifies." W

Tornadoes spawned by Typhoon Bualoi kill at least 9 in Kim Son District, Vietnam

"Tornadoes triggered by Typhoon Bualoi struck Kim Son District in Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam killing at least 9 people and flattening homes. Bualoi made landfall earlier the same day in northern Vietnam, leaving at least 11 people dead, 17 missing, forcing the evacuation of more than 28 500 residents, and damaging nearly 1 400 ha (3 460 acres) of crops." W

176 clashes on frontline

"176 combat clashes were recorded on the frontline.
The Russian army carried out air strikes on the areas of Seredyna-Buda in the Sumy region, Novoselivka and Zaliznychne in the Zaporizhzhia region, and Lvove and Odradokamianka in the Kherson region.
The Air Force, Rocket Forces, and Artillery of the Defense Forces struck three areas where Russian personnel, weapons, and military equipment were concentrated, as well as one Russian artillery unit.

Over the past day, 20 combat engagements took place in the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors. The enemy carried out six air strikes, dropped nine guided bombs, and fired 181 times, including eight times with MLRS.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the Russians stormed the positions of the Defense Forces near Vovchansk and Kamianka four times.
Three Russian attacks took place in the Kupiansk sector. Defense Forces repelled assaults near Radkivka, Stepova Novoselivka, and toward Kupiansk.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy attacked 16 times, trying to break through the defenses in the areas of Karpivka, Serednie, Kolodiazi, Hrekivka, Novomykhailivka, Drobysheve, Shandryholove, and Torske.
In the Siversk sector, Ukrainian soldiers stopped three Russian attacks near Serebrianka and toward Yampil.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the invaders attacked twice toward Minkivka and Kostyantynivka.
In the Toretsk sector, the enemy carried out 14 attacks in the areas of Ivanopil, Shcherbynivka, Oleksandro-Shultyne, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, and Poltavka in the Donetsk region.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped 56 Russian assaults in the areas of Shakhove, Nykanorivka, Volodymyrivka, Bilytske, Myroliubivka, Zvirove, Rodynske, Chervonyi Lyman, Novoekonomichne, Lysivka, Kotlyne, Udachne, Molodetske, Novopavlivka, Dachne, and toward Pokrovsk, Balagan, and Filiia.
In the Novopavlivka sector, Russian troops carried out 37 attacks in the areas of Oleksandrohrad, Vorone, Zelenyi Hai, Novokhatske, Piddubne, Komyshuvakha, Sosnivka, Sichneve, Hrushivske, Oleksiivka, Zaporizhzhia, Berezove, Novomykolaivka, and toward Novopavlivka and Novohryhorivka.
Six clashes were observed in the Huliaipole sector in the Poltavka area of the Zaporizhzhia region." Ukrin

Russian Belgorod plunged into total blackout after massive missile strikes

"On Sunday evening powerful explosions rocked Belgorod in Russia, triggering a blackout across the city and parts of the surrounding region.
Posts on local channels indicate the explosions occurred around 6:45 PM local time. Preliminary reports suggest unidentified missiles struck the Belgorod CHP (Combined Heat and Power plant) and the Luch electrical substation." RCB

Four dead as severe floods trigger hazmat risk in Gila County, Arizona

"Severe floods affecting Gila County and parts of central Arizona since September 25, 2025, left at least four people dead and created a major hazmat risk in Globe after around 1 000 propane tanks were washed into the downtown area. Multiple historic buildings in Globe sustained structural damage, prompting officials to declare the city center unsafe." W

Trump's 21-Point Plan For Ending Gaza War Revealed For First Time

"Israeli media published what it says is the Trump administration's 21-point plan for achieving peace in the Gaza Strip after Hamas is defeated. It is largely a 'day after' plan which envisions how the Strip will be governed in the future.
The plan appears to encourage Palestinian civilians to remain there, but under a new deradicalized "terror-free zone" and administration. This is the apparent deal currently on the table, and many of its specific aspects are likely to be rejected by one side or the other.
For example, Hamas has made clear that it won't negotiate its own demise, while also wanting a full Israeli military withdrawal before all remaining hostages are released, but Prime Minister Netanyahu is still pledging to not end IDF operations until the complete eradication of Hamas is realized.

The following are the contents of the plan, which have been paraphrased by The Times of Israel at the request of its confidential sources:
1. Gaza will be a de-radicalized, terror-free zone that does not pose a threat to its neighbors.
2. Gaza will be redeveloped for the benefit of its people.
3. If Israel and Hamas agree to the proposal, the war will immediately end, with the IDF halting all operations and gradually withdrawing from the Strip.
4. Within 48 hours of Israel publicly accepting the deal, all living and deceased hostages will be returned.
5. Once the hostages are returned, Israel will free several hundred Palestinian security prisoners serving life sentences and over 1,000 Gazans arrested since the start of the war, along with the bodies of several hundred Palestinians.
6. Once the hostages are returned, Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence will be granted amnesty, while members who wish to leave the Strip will be granted safe passage to receiving countries.
7. Once this agreement is reached, aid will surge into the Strip at rates no lower than the benchmarks set in the January 2025 hostage deal, which included 600 trucks of aid per day, along with the rehabilitation of critical infrastructure and the entry of equipment for removing rubble.
8. Aid will be distributed — without interference from either side — by the United Nations and the Red Crescent, along with other international organizations not associated with either Israel or Hamas.
9. Gaza will be administered by a temporary, transitional government of Palestinian technocrats who will be responsible for providing day-to-day services for the people of the Strip. The committee will be supervised by a new international body established by the US in consultation with Arab and European partners. It will establish a framework for funding the redevelopment of Gaza until the Palestinian Authority has completed its reform program.
10. An economic plan will be created to rebuild Gaza through the convening of experts with experience in constructing modern Middle East cities and through the consideration of existing plans aimed at attracting investments and creating jobs.
11. An economic zone will be established, with reduced tariffs and access rates to be negotiated by participating countries.
12. No one will be forced to leave Gaza, but those who choose to leave will be allowed to return. Moreover, Gazans will be encouraged to remain in the Strip and offered an opportunity to build a better future there.
13. Hamas will have no role in Gaza’s governance whatsoever. There will be a commitment to destroy and stop building any offensive military infrastructure, including tunnels. Gaza’s new leaders will commit to peaceful coexistence with their neighbors.
14. A security guarantee will be provided by regional partners to ensure that Hamas and other Gaza factions comply with their obligations and that Gaza ceases to pose a threat to Israel or its own people.
15. The US will work with Arab and other international partners to develop a temporary international stabilization force that will immediately deploy in Gaza to oversee security in the Strip. The force will develop and train a Palestinian police force, which will serve as a long-term internal security body.
16. Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza, and the IDF will gradually hand over territory it currently occupies, as the replacement security forces establish control and stability in the Strip.
17. If Hamas delays or rejects this proposal, the above points will proceed in terror-free areas, which the IDF will gradually hand over to the international stabilization force.
18. Israel agrees not to carry out future strikes in Qatar. The US and the international community acknowledge Doha’s important mediating role in the Gaza conflict.
19. A process will be established to de-radicalize the population. This will include an interfaith dialogue aimed at changing mindsets and narratives in Israel and Gaza.
20. When Gaza’s redevelopment has been advanced and the PA reform program has been implemented, the conditions may be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian statehood, which is recognized as the aspiration of the Palestinian people.
21. The US will establish a dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to agree on a political horizon for peaceful coexistence." 

ZeroHedge

44 clashes on frontline

"44 combat clashes have taken place between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian forces repelled three enemy attacks. Russian aviation carried out three airstrikes, using six guided aerial bombs, and carried out 71 shelling attacks, including six barrages from multiple rocket launchers.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled two attacks near Vovchansk and Ambarne; one battle is still ongoing.

In the Lyman sector, the Russians attacked three times near Kolodiazi, Torske, and toward Stavky.
In the Siversk sector, four enemy advances were repelled near Fedorivka, Serebrianka, Yampil, and Dronivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, one assault toward Predtechyne was repelled.
In the Toretsk sector, Russian forces attempted five attacks near Shcherbynivka, Stepanivka, Pleshchiivka, Poltavka, and Rusyn Yar; two clashes are ongoing.
In the Pokrovsk sector, the Russians launched 18 assaults near Chervonyi Lyman, Lysivka, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, Molodetske, and toward Myrnohrad, Rodynske, and Balahan. One battle is still ongoing.
In the Novopavlivka sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled three attacks near Ternove and toward Andriivka-Klevtsove; one battle continues.
In the Huliaipole sector, two enemy assaults are ongoing near Poltavka. Russian aviation also struck Zaliznychne and Novoselivka.
In the Prydniprovske sector, the Russians attempted two unsuccessful assaults near Olhivka and suffered losses." Ukrin

Strong mag. 5.5 Earthquake - South of the Fiji Islands

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean 527 km (327 mi) from Fiji in the evening at 8.52 pm local time (GMT +12). The quake had a great depth of 556 km (346 mi) and was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

EU Plans to Steal Russian Assets Over Hungarian Objections

"European Union

leaders are planning talks in Copenhagen to gather support from enough
countries to bypass Hungary’s veto on seizing frozen Russian funds to finance Ukraine, media reports say.
While the move would require unanimous support from all 27 member states, the European Commission has proposed a rule change to a qualified majority, isolating Hungary and ignoring its objections." Sputnik

Mag. 3.2 earthquake - 22 km SSW of Mammoth, Wyoming

"A light magnitude 3.2 earthquake hit 99 km (61 mi) away from Bozeman, Montana, United States, in the early morning at 1.29 am local time (GMT -6). The quake had a very shallow depth of 8.1 km (5 mi) and was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

Strong mag. 5.5 Earthquake - 96 km W of Sola, Vanuatu

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the Coral Sea near Tegua island, Vanuatu, in
the late afternoon at 7.10 pm local time (GMT +11). The quake had a moderate depth of 70 km (44 mi) and was reported felt by some people near the epicenter." VD

173 combat engagements over past day

"173 combat engagements took place between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian troops repelled five enemy attacks. The enemy also launched 20 airstrikes, using 50 guided aerial bombs, and carried out 205 shelling attacks, including 12 from MLRS.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian troops attacked Ukrainian positions five times near Vovchansk, Krasne Pershe, and toward Doroshivka.

In the Kupiansk sector, six attacks were carried out, with Ukrainian defenders repelling assaults near Petropavlivka, and toward Pishchane and Bohuslavka.
In the Lyman sector, the Russians attacked 15 times, attempting to break through Ukrainian defenses near Shandryholove, Kolodiazi, and Torske.
In the Siversk sector, six enemy attempts at breakthrough were carried out near Serebrianka, Fedorivka, and toward Dronivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, three attacks were recorded toward Stupochky.
In the Toretsk sector, 14 enemy attacks were launched near Oleksandro-Shultyne, Shcherbynivka, Pleshchiivka, Yablunivka, and Rusyn Yar.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped 59 enemy assaults near Volodymyrivka, Nykonorivka, Chervonyi Lyman, Sukhetske, Novoekonomichne, Mykolaivka, Lysivka, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, Kotliarivka, and Dachne.
In the Novopavlivka sector, 21 enemy attacks were repelled near Sichneve, Piddubne, Novoselivka, Sosnivka, Maliivka, Novomykolaivka, Berezove, and Novohryhorivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, Ukrainian forces fought off nine enemy attempts to advance near Poltavka.
In the Orikhiv sector, six Russian attacks were repelled near Stepove, Kamianske, and toward Novodanylivka and Novoandriivka." Ukrin

Mass Russian missile and drone strike in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia

"At least four people, including a 12-year-old girl, were killed and 37 injured in the latest overnight mass Russian missile and drone attack, local authorities reported on Sept. 28.
The attack lasted for over 12 hours, and Russia launched almost 500 drones and over 40 missiles, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia have reported the heaviest damage from the attack thus far." KI

Poland cuts off cash to idle Ukrainians

"Polish President Karol Nawrocki has signed a bill tightening the rules for Ukrainian refugees receiving state benefits.
While the legislation offers Ukrainians the ability to stay in Poland until at least March 2026, it links their access to benefits, including the monthly “800 plus” zloty child support allowance ($220 or more), to proof of employment for at least one parent and school enrollment for their dependents." RT

Tropical Storm Bualoi (Opong) sweeps through Philippines

"At least 10 people have been confirmed dead in

Philippines due to Tropical Storm Bualoi
(locally named Opong), which made landfall Eastern Samar on September 25 before crossing into Masbate and sweeping through the Bicol region. The storm left behind a trail of destruction, displacing thousands who were already reeling from the destruction left by former Super Typhoon Ragasa." W

145 clashes on frontline

"A total of 145 combat clashes have been recorded on the frontline throughout the day.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian troops repelled four enemy assaults, while one clash is ongoing. The enemy launched 17 airstrikes, dropping 44 guided bombs, and carried out 169 attacks, including 11 with multiple-launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy attacked Ukrainian positions five times near Vovchansk, Krasne Pershe, and toward Doroshivka. Two battles are still ongoing.
In the Kupiansk sector, six enemy assaults were recorded as Russian units tried to break through near Petropavlivka, and toward Pishchane and Bohuslavka.

In the Lyman sector, since morning, Russian forces have attacked 15 times near Shandryholove, Kolodiazi, and Torske. Fighting is ongoing in three locations.
In the Siversk sector, the he enemy attempted to advance four times near Serebrianka, Fedorivka, and toward Dronivka. One battle continues.
In the Kramatorsk sector, two clashes were recorded as Russian units tried to push toward Stupochky.
In the Toretsk sector, Russian troops carried out 14 attacks, concentrating their efforts near Oleksandro-Shultyne, Shcherbynivka, Pleshchiivka, Yablunivka, and Rusyn Yar.
In the Pokrovsk sector, since the start of the day, Russian troops attempted 40 assaults near Volodymyrivka, Nykanorivka, Chervonyi Lyman, Sukhetske, Novoekonomichne, Mykolaivka, Lysivka, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, Kotliarivka, and Dachne. Fighting continues in some of these areas.
In the Novopavlivka sector, Ukrainian troops repelled 16 enemy attacks near Sichneve, Piddubne, Novoselivka, Sosnivka, Maliivka, Novomykolaivka, Berezove, and Novohryhorivka. One clash is ongoing.
In the Huliaipole sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled six assaults near Poltavka, while two more battles are still in progress.
In the Orikhiv sector, six enemy attempts were recorded near Stepove, Kamianske, and toward Novodanylivka and Novoandriivka.
In the Prydniprovske sector, the enemy launched one unsuccessful assault and suffered losses." Ukrin

M5.9 earthquake hits off the coast of Oregon

"A shallow earthquake registered by the USGS as M5.9 hit off the coast of Oregon at 06:45 UTC. The USGS is reporting a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). EMSC is reporting the same magnitude and depth." W

Flash floods hit Globe–Miami area in Gila County, Arizona

"Flash flooding struck Gila county, Arizona, displacing people and causing significant damage in the Globe-Miami area." W

NORAD scrambles fighter jets to identify, intercept four Russian warplanes near Alaska

"North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said that it had scrambled fighter jets to identify and intercept four Russian

warplanes near Alaska.
NORAD said that on Wednesday, two Russian Tu-95 long-range strategic bombers and two Su-35 fighter jets were flying in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), international airspace next to U.S. and Canadian sovereign airspace." 

JustTheNews

Flooding from post-tropical Mario prompts water rescues, mud and debris flows in San Bernardino County, California

"Remnants of Tropical Storm Mario brought widespread rainfall to California and the Desert Southwest prompting water rescues, triggering mudslides, and flash flooding across the region." W

200 combat clashes in past day

"Over the past 24 hours, there were 200 combat clashes between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, nine combat clashes were recorded. The enemy launched six airstrikes using 17 guided bombs and conducted 198 shelling attacks, nine of which involved rocket artillery.

In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian forces attempted three breakthroughs near Vovchansk and Dovhenke.
In the Kupiansk sector, four enemy assaults were repelled near Kupiansk, Radkivka, and toward Kurylivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian troops launched 20 attacks, attempting to breach Ukrainian defenses near Novomykhailivka, Hrekivka, Shandryholove, Zarichne, Kolodiazi, Torske, and toward Druzheliubivka and Stavky.
In the Siversk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped seven enemy advances toward Dronivka and Pereizne.
In the Kramatorsk sector, six clashes occurred near Stupochky and Oleksandro-Shultyne.
In the Toretsk sector, the enemy carried out 16 attacks near Pleshchiivka, Kleban-Byk, Rusyn Yar, Shcherbynivka, Katerynivka, Yablunivka, and Poltavka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian forces repelled 67 assaults near Volodymyrivka, Rodynske, Nykonorivka, Novoekonomichne, Lysivka, Mykolaivka, Sukhetske, Promin, Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad, Novomykolaivka, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, Molodetske, Horikhove, Dachne, and Filiya." Ukrin

Moscow Upset Trump Described Russia as ‘Paper Tiger’

"Russia declined to respond to President Trump’s latest remarks on the progress of the Ukraine War, where he encouraged Kyiv to keep fighting to retake its own territory and — he implied — possibly

even capture some Russian land on Tuesday, stating the remarks came too late into the night Moscow time to be dealt with immediately.
Putin’s personal spokesman Dmitry Peskov gave a wide-ranging interview to Russian state radio on Wednesday morning, where he articulated the evident upset felt in Moscow over President Trump stating Russia’s failure to capture the whole of Ukraine and the “aimless” three years of fighting betrayed the country as a “paper tiger”.
Peskov said, “Russia is definitely not a tiger. After all, Russia is more often compared to a bear. There are no ‘paper bears’ and Russia is a real bear. Putin has repeatedly and with varying degrees of emotion described our bear. There’s nothing paper about it”." 

Breitbart

Major Russian chemical plant reportedly halts operations after Ukrainian drone attack

"Ukrainian drones struck a chemical plant in Russia's Krasnodar Krai overnight on Sept. 25, sparking a fire and forcing an evacuation, Russian independent media outlet Astra reported.
Regional officials confirmed that debris from the attack ignited a blaze covering 50 square meters (540 square feet) and that roughly 140 employees were moved to a protective shelter.
Authorities did not name the facility, but Astra identified it as EuroChem-Belorechensk Fertilizers, one of the largest fertilizer producers in southern Russia." KI

Seismic event linked to renewed eruption at Barren Island volcano, India

"A minor eruption was reported at Barren Island volcano, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, at 10:15 LT (04:45 UTC). The eruption followed a M4.2 earthquake (registered as M4.9 by USGS) detected two days earlier in the vicinity. The epicenter of the earthquake was 160 km (100 miles) east of the volcano." W

Strong and shallow M6.3 earthquake hits Venezuela few hours after M6.2

"The epicenter was located 27 km (17 miles) ENE of Mene Grande (population 60 580), 69 km (36 miles) NNW of Pampan (population 59 657), 61 km (38 miles) N of Motatan (population 25 437), and 68 km (42 miles) NNW of Trujillo (population 71 362), Venezuela.
30 000 people are estimated to have felt very strong shaking, 246 000 strong, 1 025 000 moderate and 9.5 million light." W

78 combat clashes reported on front lines

"A total of 78 combat clashes between Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops have been recorded since early today.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian defenders repelled three enemy attacks. Russian forces also launched six airstrikes, dropped 13 guided aerial bombs, and conducted 104 shelling attacks, including five using multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna direction, the enemy attacked twice near Vovchansk, with one clash still ongoing. Shypuvate was targeted by KAB airstrikes.

In the Kupiansk direction, five attacks are underway near Kotliarivka and toward Pishchane and Kolisnykivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian troops launched 14 attacks near Novomykhailivka, Hrekivka, Kolodiazi, Shandryholove, Novoselivka, Derylove, and Zarichne. Ukrainian forces successfully halted seven enemy advances; fighting continues.
In the Siversk sector, the enemy attempted breakthroughs near Serebrianka, Orikhovo-Vasylivka, and toward Dronivka and Yampil. Five out of seven attacks are still in progress.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces unsuccessfully attacked Ukrainian positions near Chasiv Yar.
In the Toretsk sector, the invaders made seven attempts to advance near Oleksandro-Shultyne, Shcherbynivka, Pleshchiivka, and Yablunivka. Kostiantynivka was hit by guided aerial bombs.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Russian troops made 28 attempts to dislodge Ukrainian defenders from their positions near Poltavka, Nykonorivka, Rodynske, Chervonyi Lyman, Novoekonomichne, Sukhetske, Lysivka, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, and Horikhove. Ukrainian forces repelled 27 of these attacks. Enemy aircraft also struck Dobropillia.
In the Novopavlivka sector, Russian forces attacked five times near Voskresenka, Sichneve, Vorone, Ternove, and Novohryhorivka. One battle is still ongoing.
In the Huliaipole sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled three enemy attempts to advance near Olhivske." Ukrin

Strong mag. 5.5 Earthquake - South Pacific Ocean, 62 km south of Minas de Marcona, Ica, Peru

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean near the coast of Peru around noon at 12.39 pm local time (GMT -5). The quake had a very shallow depth of 9 km (5.6 mi) and was reported felt by some people near the epicenter." VD

Drones hit Gazprom plant in Bashkortostan

"The Russian Telegram channel ASTRA reported that residents of Bashkortostan complained of loud explosions.
The outlet wrote that Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat LLC operates the largest oil refining complex in southern Bashkortostan." NP

Massive 164 feet deep sinkhole opens near Vajira Hospital, Bangkok

"A sinkhole measuring about 30 m x 30 m (98 x 98 feet) and 50 m (164 feet) deep opened around 06:30–07:00 LT in front of Vajira Hospital, Bangkok, swallowing vehicles and damaging utilities." W

‘Military-style’ hand grenade explodes in Oslo

"Norwegian police are investigating a blast that shook central Oslo on Tuesday evening, which prompted emergency alerts to residents after an additional explosive device was discovered, according to local media reports.

The first explosion occurred on Pilestredet street around 8:45pm local time, near a university campus and around 500 meters from both the royal palace and the Israeli Embassy.
The authorities sent an emergency mobile alert to Oslo residents warning of the explosion and instructing people in the area to stay away from windows after a second device, described as a “military-style” hand grenade, was found at the scene.
The grenade was reportedly left on a tram line, Norwegian broadcaster NRK said. Fire and rescue crews were also deployed to assist police. Oslo’s tram network in the area was shut down while security forces worked to secure the scene." RT

Typhoon Ragasa to make landfall in China’s Guangdong

"Hong Kong has shut down, and Shenzhen is evacuating of 400 000 people as Typhoon Ragasa (known in the Phillippines as Nando) moves towards China. Its earlier landfall in northern Philippines has already claimed at least 3 lives and displaced thousands, and now it threatens to wreak havoc in southern China. Ragasa is expected to make landfall in the coastal area between Shenzhen City and Xuwen County in Guangdong Province." W

172 clashes on frontline in 24 hours

"172 combat clashes between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian troops.
Twelve combat clashes took place in the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors yesterday. The enemy carried out eight air strikes, using 18 guided aerial bombs, and carried out 172 shellings, four of which were from multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy attempted eleven times to break through the defensive lines of our defenders in the areas of Vovchansk, Odradne, and Zapadne.

Yesterday, there were five enemy attacks in the Kupiansk sector. Ukrainian defenders repelled enemy assaults in the areas of Kupiansk, Kindrashivka, and Petropavlivka.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy carried out 15 attacks. They attempted to break through defense lines in the areas of Hrekivka, Novomykhailivka, Serednie, Kolodiazi, Novoselivka, Torske, and Shandryholove.
In the Siversk sector, over the past day, our defenders stopped three enemy attempts to advance in the areas of Dronivka and Yampil.
In the Kramatorsk sector, three clashes took place in the areas of Kostiantynivka and Stupochky.
In the Toretsk sector, the enemy carried out 17 attacks near Pleshchiivka, Oleksandro-Kalynove, Sofiivka, Katerynivka, Oleksandro-Shultyne, Shcherbynivka, Kleban-Byk, Rusyn Yar, Yablunivka, and Poltavka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped 64 Russian assaults near Volodymyrivka, Nykanorivka, Nove Shakhove, Zolotyi Kolodiaz, Novoekonomichne, Myroliubivka, Rodynske, Mykolaivka, Promin, Lysivka, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, Molodetske, Shevchenko, Dachne, and toward Novoukrainka and Filiia.
In the Novopavlivka sector, the enemy carried out 33 attacks in the areas of Novokhatsk, Oleksandrohrad, Sichneve, Novoselivka, Sosnivka, Ternove, Novoheorhiivka, Piddubne, Komyshuvakha, Novomykolaivka, Novoivanivka, and toward Uspenivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, the Defense Forces repelled five enemy attacks near Poltavka.
In the Orikhiv sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled one enemy attack in the area of the settlement of Kamianske." Ukrin

Denmark, Norway close airports after drone sightings — Danish PM doesn't rule out Russian involvement

"Airports in Copenhagen and Oslo suspended operations for several hours following drone sightings in the area, forcing flight diversions and disrupting travel for thousands of passengers.

A spokesperson confirmed to Reuters that all traffic at Denmark's largest airport had been suspended but declined to provide further details. At least 15 flights were diverted to other airports, according to flight-tracking site FlightRadar24.
Elsewhere in the region, two foreign nationals were arrested in Oslo for flying drones near a military site.
"Two foreign nationals arrested for drone flying within the prohibited zone," Oslo police reported at 9:10 p.m. local time.
Copenhagen Airport reopened at around 0:30 a.m. local time after being shut for nearly four hours. In Norway's Oslo, flights also resumed following roughly four hours of restricted airspace.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said the incident must be viewed in the context of recent cyberattacks against European airports and Russian aerial incursions inside NATO territory." KI

EU Leaders Want 'Drone Wall' Protecting Eastern Flank From Russian Incursions

"European Union leaders are mulling a joint "drone wall" to boost Europe's defenses,

according to European Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier from Brussels.
He previewed that EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius will participate in meeting representatives of seven frontline EU member states, listed as Finland, Estonia, Lithuania, Poland, Latvia, Bulgaria, Romania - as cited in Bloomberg. The Ukrainian government is also expected to send representatives to the meeting." ZH

Eye of Super Typhoon Ragasa moves over Calayan Island, Cagayan, Philippines

"Super Typhoon Ragasa, locally named Nando, began crossing Calayan Island in Cagayan province, northern Philippines, at around 03:00 UTC (11:00 LT) bringing destructive winds, extreme seas, and life-threatening storm surge. The Philippine weather bureau reported maximum 10-minute sustained winds of 215 km/h (134 mph) and gusts up to 295 km/h (183 mph)." W

83 clashes on frontline

"Since the start of the day, Ukrainian forces have engaged in 83 combat clashes with Russian invaders.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian defenders repelled five enemy attacks, with three clashes still ongoing. The enemy carried out five airstrikes, dropped 15 guided aerial bombs, and conducted 103 artillery strikes, including seven using multiple-launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Ukrainian forces repelled have five attacks since the morning, with two clashes still ongoing. The enemy attacked near Vovchansk, Vovchanski Khutory, and toward Odradne and Kutkivka.
In the Kupiansk sector, Ukrainian troops successfully stopped two enemy advances near Kupiansk and Pishchane.
In the Lyman sector, eight clashes occurred near the settlements of Olhivka, Novoiehorivka, Hrekivka, Stavky, Shandryholove, Derylove, Torske, and Zarichne, with three clashes still ongoing.
In the Siversk sector, two clashes are currently underway near Serebrianka.

In the Kramatorsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled four enemy attacks near Stupochky.
In the Toretsk sector, Russian forces attacked 12 times near Pleshchiivka, Berestok, Katerynivka, Kleban-Byk, Rusyn Yar, Poltavka, and toward Stepanivka; three clashes are still ongoing.
In the Pokrovsk sector, 32 clashes of varying intensity took place throughout the day near Nikanorivka, Zolotyi Kolodiaz, Rodynske, Chervonyi Lyman, Novoekonomichne, Myroliubivka, Promin, Myrnohrad, Zvirove, Kotlyne, Udachne, Molodetske, and Dachne. Six clashes are still ongoing.
In the Novopavlivka sector, the enemy attempted to advance eight times near Filiia, Sichneve, Shevchenko, Sosnivka, Novoivanivka, and Ternove; three clashes are still underway.
In the Huliaipole, Orikhiv, and Prydniprovske sectors, the enemy did not conduct offensive actions but carried out airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia and Zaliznychne in Zaporizhzhia region, and on Lvove and Mykolaivka in Kherson region." Ukrin