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Armed conflicts and attacks
Al Qaeda-linked insurgents call for Malians to rise up against the Mali military junta and transition to Sharia law. (Reuters)
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Armed conflicts and attacks
A 66-year-old man is charged with several offences, including terrorism, following a car bombing outside of a police station in Dunmurry, Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Sky News)
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Business and economy
Venezuelan acting president Delcy Rodríguez raises the minimum income package by 26.3% to US$240 and increases pensions to $70, as the government responds to protests over low wages amid high inflation. (AFP via France 24)
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Disasters and accidents
Three people are killed and 30 others are injured after a minibus rolled over in Balıkesir, Turkey. (AA in Turkish)
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International relations
The European Parliament adopts a resolution supporting the establishment of a special tribunal to prosecute Russian leaders for crimes related to the war in Ukraine and calls for sanctions to remain until a peace agreement is fully implemented. (Euromaidan Press)
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Law and crime
A Labour Day rally organized by Kilusang Mayo Uno is held in Manila, Philippines. During the rally, protesters attempt to storm the U.S. embassy to demand an end to the Iran war and clash with police, injuring seven officers. (Philippine Daily Inquirer) (Xinhua)
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Law and crime
Leon Botstein, president of Bard College in New York, U.S., announces his retirement over his ties to the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. (AP) (The Independent)
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Politics and elections
Official results from yesterday's election indicated that the ABLP led by Antiguan prime minister Gaston Browne won 15 of 17 seats, while UPP leader Jamale Pringle and BPM leader Trevor Walker each retained their own seats. Browne is sworn in for a fourth term in office. (Antigua.news) (AP)