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INTRODUCTION As of October 7, 2025, Typhoon Halong, also known as Typhoon No. 22, is intensifying in the northwestern Pacific Ocean and is projected to impact Japan's Kanto region, including Tokyo and surrounding areas, within the next 24 to 48 hours. This storm has rapidly escalated from a tropical depression to a high-end Category 4-equivalent typhoon, prompting authorities to issue early warnings and prepare for potential disruptions. CURRENT STATUS AND FORECAST At 3:00 PM JST on October 7, Typhoon Halong was located approximately 1,030 kilometers southeast of Kyushu Island. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reports that the typhoon is moving northwestward at about 15 kilometers per hour, with maximum sustained winds near 215 km/h and gusts up to 230 km/h. The Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) indicates that Halong is expected to peak in intensity on October 8, with sustained winds reaching 145 mph (233 km/h), just below super typhoon strength. The ...

A tragic scene unfolded in Tirana, Albania, on October 6, 2025, when an Appeals Court judge, Astrit Kalaja, was shot and killed inside a courtroom by a man standing trial. The incident has sent shockwaves through the country’s judicial system, igniting debates on courtroom security, the state of justice, and the growing tension surrounding Albania’s ongoing legal reforms. According to local authorities, the suspect — whose identity has not yet been publicly released — was in court facing charges linked to organized crime when he suddenly pulled out a handgun and opened fire during the proceedings. The violent outburst left Judge Kalaja dead on the spot and injured two others, including a prosecutor and a court security officer. The shocking attack took place around midday, disrupting court operations and sending panic throughout the judicial complex. Witnesses described scenes of chaos as lawyers, defendants, and court staff ran for safety. Police quickly secured the area and arrested ...

ISRAEL DEEPENS GAZA CITY OFFENSIVE AS NETANYAHU HEADS TO THE UNITED STATES The Israel–Hamas conflict continues to escalate, with fresh developments today marking another intense turn in a war that has stretched for months. According to reports, Israel has deepened its military offensive inside Gaza City, intensifying bombardments and ground operations, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed for the United States to push Israel’s diplomatic agenda. This combination of heavy military action and high-level diplomacy underscores the dual strategy Israel is pursuing: overwhelming Hamas militarily in Gaza while working to secure international backing and resist mounting pressure for a ceasefire. At the same time, the humanitarian situation in Gaza grows increasingly dire, with casualties rising and essential services collapsing. ESCALATION IN GAZA CITY Israeli forces have been carrying out large-scale bombardments across Gaza City, targeting what the milit...

INDONESIA FLASH FLOODS LEAVE 15 DEAD AND DOZENS MISSING Indonesia is reeling from catastrophic flash floods and landslides that struck on September 10–11, 2025, devastating Bali and East Nusa Tenggara. The disaster has left at least 15 people confirmed dead, with 10 others still missing, while hundreds of families have been displaced from their homes. Triggered by days of unusually heavy rainfall, rivers burst their banks, sweeping away houses, bridges, and farmland. Villages in low-lying and hilly regions were worst hit, as floodwaters and landslides engulfed entire communities. Survivors describe the scene as terrifying, with homes collapsing and people struggling to reach safety in the middle of the night. As of today, September 12, 2025, rescue operations are still ongoing. Emergency teams, supported by soldiers and volunteers, are searching through debris to recover victims and save survivors. Helicopters are airlifting supplies to cut-off communities, while makeshift ...