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The coffin of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is carried by mourners to the Imam Ali Shrine in Najaf, Iraq, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Anmar Khalil) Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was buried in his hometown of Mashhad early Friday, bringing to a close nearly a week of funeral ceremonies.Khamenei, who ruled Iran for almost 37 years, was killed in US and Israeli airstrikes that marked the start of the Middle East conflict on February 28. After several days of public mourning, he was laid to rest at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, one of the holiest sites in Shia Islam.Khamenei is only the second Iranian ruler to be buried in Mashhad. The first was Nader Shah, who was laid to rest in the city after his assassination in 1747, following nearly 11 years in power.Funeral processions began last Saturday, with authorities shutting down streets, closing airspace and bringing daily life to a standstill in Tehran and other cities. Large crow..

Candace Owens under fire from conservatives; Tyler Robinson-Charlie Kirk case comments trigger fresh controversy (Image via Getty) Conservative commentator Candace Owens is facing sharp criticism from several well-known right-wing figures as the preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, continues in Utah. The backlash grew after Owens repeatedly questioned the case against Robinson and suggested that key parts of the prosecution’s argument did not add up. As prosecutors wrapped up a week of testimony on Thursday, critics accused Owens of helping Robinson’s defense by casting doubt on evidence that has been presented in court. The developments have now sparked a public fight among some of the biggest names in conservative media.Why Candace Owens’ comments on Tyler Robinson drew criticismThe latest debate comes as prosecutors continue building their case against Tyler Robinson, who is charged with aggravated murder in conne..

Stretches of green farmland and shimmering ponds, winding village roads and sprawling brownfield logistics yards all lend Hung Shui Kiu in the New Territories a patchwork look of rustic Hong Kong standing in stark contrast to its glistening skyscrapers.
This rural landscape is slated for radical transformation under the government’s ambitious Northern Metropolis blueprint and is primed to be reinvented as a modernised logistics hub in the near future.
However, the premise of this transformation…

The Philippines is preparing to create a military space centre by 2028, a move that could help Manila strengthen surveillance, communications and command across its archipelago and in contested areas of the South China Sea.
But analysts said the ambition would be constrained by the technical, financial and manpower hurdles of turning space assets into military capability.
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief General Romeo Brawner Jnr said on Tuesday the initiative – which would enhance…

Chilling new images reveal condition of Connor Murphy’s Thailand home before drowning death (Image via Getty) Connor Murphy, the American fitness influencer known online for “looksmaxxing” content, was found dead in Thailand after a series of events that police say began at his rental home in Samut Prakan province, south of Bangkok. New images released by Asia Pacific Press have revealed the condition of the apartment authorities entered after the incident. The photographs show large piles of trash, empty medication packets, plastic bottles and stains on several walls. Murphy reportedly ran from police before entering a nearby lake, where he later drowned. Authorities are still waiting for the results of a full autopsy and toxicology examination, and the exact circumstances leading up to his death remain under investigation.What images from Connor Murphy’s apartment reveal after his death?According to images obtained by Asia Pacific Press, Murphy’s rental home was found in a heavily da..

Who was Pedro Alexander Díaz Franco? Teen streamer’s body found in trash bags after alleged kidnapping in Honduras (Image via Getty) Pedro Alexander Díaz Franco, a 15-year-old TikTok streamer from Honduras, was found dead less than a day after he was reported missing, according to Dexerto, which cited local reports. The teenager had allegedly been taken by armed and hooded men while he was at a soccer field in the Campo Nevada area of Choloma, Cortés, on July 5. His family launched an urgent search on social media, hoping to find him safely. However, the search ended the following morning when authorities discovered a body inside black trash bags near the CA-13 highway in La Lima, Cortés. Officials later confirmed the remains belonged to Pedro, a young content creator known for his videos and livestreams on TikTok.How Pedro Alexander Díaz Franco was identified after the discovery?According to Dexerto and local reports, Pedro was at a soccer pitch when several armed men approached him a..

Myanmar’s dream of achieving 2 million tourist arrivals annually – seen to be an effort by the junta-led government to secure global legitimacy – is fraught with hurdles, analysts warn.
Authorities have been ramping up efforts to bolster Myanmar’s tourism sector, which fell following the 2021 coup that led to widespread civil unrest across the country.
Over 100,000 deaths have been logged since the crisis, according to conflict monitor Armed Conflict Location and Event Data.
More than 973,000…

Hong Kong’s retail leasing market remained under pressure with rental rates far below the pre-pandemic levels, while Beijing’s crackdown on capital flight and a potential rate hike in the second half of the year by the US Federal Reserve would add to sector uncertainties, according to analysts.
The food and beverage sector has seen numerous closures of both casual eateries and high-end restaurants in recent months. Fast-food chain Maxim’s MX scaled back operations and closed its South Horizons…

Is Connor Murphy dead or alive? What we know about the viral rumor surrounding the YouTube bodybuilder (Image via Getty) Rumors claiming fitness influencer Connor Murphy has died have spread widely across social media in July 2026, leaving many followers searching for answers. However, as of now, there has been no official confirmation of his death from family members, representatives, local authorities, or any verified source. Most of the claims circulating online trace back to social media posts and unverified accounts. While several people in the fitness community have discussed the situation publicly, the information remains based on rumor rather than confirmed fact. Until an official statement is released, Connor Murphy’s reported death should be treated as unverified speculation, not established news.What sparked the Connor Murphy death rumor in July 2026?The latest rumors appear to have started from social media posts that claimed Murphy had died in Thailand. The story gained fu..

What happened to Sur Ronster? Team shares update after e-bike YouTuber’s shocking Ultra Bee crash (Image via Getty) Sur Ronster, the popular e-bike YouTuber known for his riding videos and stunts, is recovering after what has been described as the worst crash of his career. The update was shared on the official Sur Ronster TikTok account on Sunday, where a representative posted a video showing a scratched Sur Ron Ultra Bee and the rider’s helmet. According to the post, the 26-year-old crashed while testing the new e-bike on Wednesday. No details about the exact cause of the crash or the injuries he suffered have been released. However, the message reassured fans that he is currently recovering and is able to read the comments being left for him.What Sur Ronster’s team revealed about the Sur Ron Ultra Bee crashThe first update came through a TikTok post shared on Sur Ronster’s official account. Along with footage of the damaged bike and helmet, the caption provided the only confirmed in..