Australia faces a volatile summer outlook as a strong El Niño pattern combines with long-term warming and a rising risk of flash drought. Those fast-developing dry spells can quickly strip moisture from soils and tighten water supplies, raising concern about heat, agriculture and broader seasonal impacts.

Donald Trump posts mock-ups of proposed U.S. Space Force uniforms, presenting them as a next-generation service dress design inspired by the 1997 film Starship Troopers. The images quickly draw comparisons to the movie’s militarized aesthetic and spark a mix of fan interest and criticism online.

TECNO wins two IFA Global Product Technology Innovation Awards in Berlin, with recognition for a modular smartphone concept and its ultra-compact TAURUS device. The honors highlight continued interest in smaller form factors and adaptable hardware as brands look for ways to stand out in a crowded handset market.