Hunter Biden says father's cancer has spread, causing pain

The Reserve Bank of Australia is meeting today before announcing its latest cash rate decision. The outcome is being watched for its impact on mortgages, inflation, and the Australian economy.

Homes have been bulldozed in India’s Assam state, forcing thousands of people to leave, Al Jazeera reports. The mass displacement raises concerns about housing rights and the impact on affected communities.

A Russian bombing of an aid centre in Ukraine killed at least 26 people, according to Kyiv. The strike hit civilians receiving assistance, highlighting the risks to humanitarian operations in the war and likely prompting international condemnation.

Thousands of European troops will take part in exercises rehearsing a possible deployment to Ukraine if a peace agreement is reached, according to BBC World. The drills signal preparations for postwar security guarantees and could shape Europe’s role in supporting Ukraine after the war.

A UK report warns that AI-powered malware is highly likely to be used to attack critical national infrastructure by 2028. It points to the growing risk from more capable AI tools and the need to strengthen cyber defenses. Such attacks could disrupt essential services and pose a national security threat.