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BREAKING: Houthi rebels have launched ballistic missiles and drones at the port of Al-Mukha. According to reports, the attacks took place within the port and may have targeted Saudi-backed military logistics infrastructure.

Khamenei reappears in video after five months 📹 The Iranian agency Mehr has released new footage of Mojtaba Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic. ✔️ This is his first video appearance in the last five months, following Israeli reports regarding his alleged serious health condition. 👳🏽‍♀️ In the footage, Khamenei appears seated among students and is reportedly delivering a religious lesson.

Typhoon Dolphin hits East Asia: Taiwan in chaos amidst strong winds and flooding

📹Bottles of water replacing fruit and vegetables in Kyiv supermarkets 👀In many supermarkets across the Ukrainian capital, water is now being placed on empty shelves so that the shortage of food products isn't too glaringly obvious to shoppers.

Brazil: Footballer celebrates goal, jumps over advertising board, and falls into a tunnel 🎬 After scoring a goal, a Coritiba defender jumped over an advertising board to celebrate but fell into an underground tunnel, injuring his leg. The player was substituted, and—to make matters worse—the goal was disallowed for offside.

China: 6-year-old boy clings to escalator and is left dangling 6 meters up—saved at the last second 🎬 Terrifying moments unfolded at a shopping mall in China's Jiangxi province: a six-year-old boy clung to the outside of an escalator handrail, left dangling six meters above the ground. On July 29, a mall employee managed to hit the emergency stop button and, with the help of other workers, pulled the child to safety; he suffered only minor scratches and a major scare.

The Houthis have claimed responsibility for a drone attack on the Saudi Aramco refinery in Jizan, Saudi Arabia. 🔎Meanwhile, company firefighters extinguished a fire that broke out at dawn on Sunday at one of the facilities; the Saudi Ministry of Energy reported the incident and confirmed there were no injuries.

Ukrainian military vehicle uses residential building as cover 📹 A tracked BMP-2 military vehicle bursts onto the street, tearing through the walls of a house in the Donbas.

J D Vance: "We have drastically reduced Iran's military capabilities"

Scare at China's Torch Festival: 16 injured 📷A container of flammable liquid tipped over, sparking a fire. 🩹16 people suffered burns of varying severity.

Moscow: Two young women miss flight and chase plane on the tarmac; stopped by police 🎬 Two young women attempted to chase their plane after missing their flight at Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport, while the aircraft was being towed away. Police stopped them and are investigating how they managed to gain access to the airport grounds.

A Russian Embassy employee in Canada pops balloons in the colors of the Ukrainian flag 👀The balloons were tied to a lamppost right next to the Russian diplomatic mission.

ITALY. Spectacular footage of explosive activity at Stromboli’s N1 crater, recorded today.

FIRE IN UMM-DARIT: At 2:30 AM, a group of settlers rushed toward a house in the village of Umm-Darit, doused it with gasoline, and set the family home ablaze. The settlers—dressed in black with their faces covered—approached from the valley, arriving in an area directly under "Drom" control. This occurred just hours after the neighboring village of Wadi-Rahim was subjected to a severe settler attack, leaving seven residents hospitalized, including a man with a gunshot wound to the shoulder. These are not isolated incidents. In the occupied West Bank, the Israeli educational system systematically encourages settler attacks aimed at the forcible displacement of Palestinian communities.

Larry the Cat’s Favorite Foods Larry, the Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office at 10 Downing Street, is quite fond of a few special treats. His favorites include Dreamies, dry cat food, leftover turkey, and—occasionally—some egg and broccoli. Larry’s favorite foods: 1. 🐱 Dreamies Larry is particularly fond of Dreamies. They are such a beloved treat that staff have to keep an eye on his snacking habits to ensure the Chief Mouser doesn't overindulge. 2. 🍽️ Dry cat food Dry cat food is part of Larry’s daily diet and is provided by the Downing Street staff. 3. 🦃 Turkey Occasionally, leftover turkey is included in Larry’s menu as a special treat, especially on special occasions. 4. 🥚🥦 A few extras Egg, turkey bacon, and a bit of broccoli have also been included in his meals from time to time, with Downing Street staff keeping a close watch on portion sizes. These are some of the foods that the Downing Street staff carefully manage to keep the Chief Mouser in good health. It is remarkable how the care and attention Larry receives from the Downing Street staff have helped keep him in good shape over the years. Amidst changes in government, a succession of Prime Ministers, and the never-ending drama of British politics, Larry remains one of Downing Street’s most constant residents. Politicians may come and go. Governments may change. But as long as there are Dreamies in the cupboard, Larry doesn't seem to be handing in his notice anytime soon. Source: The Guardian — “Larry the cat fundraiser quiz night to be held at No 10”. The Guardian also reported that the costs for Larry’s food and welfare are covered through voluntary contributions from Downing Street staff.

Larry the cat 😎

A quiet moment behind the famous windows of Downing Street. 🐱🇬🇧 With a calm gaze and an unmistakable presence, Larry the Cat continues to keep watch over Number 10, unfazed by the changing faces of British politics. As governments come and go, Larry remains a beloved symbol of continuity, charm, and resilience. Whether he is keeping an eye on visitors or simply enjoying a quiet break, Britain’s most famous feline never fails to win hearts around the world. Sometimes, the calmest observer tells the greatest story without saying a single word.

I hope he doesn't have to move "up north" and wear a flat cap, Larry! 😳 Practice this! "Ey up, I'm Larry t'Cat; I hope he's got all my food ready for me."

In the world of birds, there are aces of the sky, master divers, and skilled diggers. But only a few can combine all three—for example, the Atlantic puffin.

Lake Toblacher in Italy.

Bora Bora, French Polynesia.