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Two former FBI officials have been charged with lying to Congress about their handling of Hunter Biden's laptop. The charges come as Republicans have long accused the FBI of mishandling the laptop and investigations. The Department of Justice is seeking to revive the scandal ahead of the midterm elections.

• Al Jazeera: Former FBI officials charged in connection with Hunter Biden laptop probe
• NPR News: Ex-FBI employees charged with lying to Congress over Hunter Biden inquiries

A multistorey building in Nairobi's Eastleigh area has collapsed, trapping many. The building lacked an occupation certificate, but its ground floor was in use. Emergency services are responding to the scene.

• Al Jazeera: Many feared trapped after multistorey building collapses in Kenya

Donald Trump's lawsuit claims voter confusion over two Dan Sullivans on the ballot may influence the Alaska Senate race in favor of Democrat Mary Peltola.

• The Guardian World: Trump touts lawsuit to block Senate race certification in Alaska: ‘I’m the one that said do it’ – live

Cybersecurity experts warn of 'vulnerability tsunami' after a severe PHP bug discovery, predicting AI tools will expose weaknesses in global internet infrastructure.

• The Guardian World: ‘Black October’: cybersecurity experts sound the alarm over new era of AI-enabled hacking

Israel launched a campaign against Palestinians in Hebron after two soldiers were killed. The operation includes a siege on Hebron and neighboring Halhul. Residents of the gunmen's home neighborhoods will be forced out and homes will be demolished.

• The Guardian World: Israel launches collective punishment campaign in Hebron after two soldiers killed

PSG's Ligue 1 match against Lyon has been pushed back 24 hours due to Paris protests. The decision was made at the request of police. The match was initially set to take place on Saturday, but will now be played on Sunday.

• BBC World: PSG v Lyon moved as Paris prepares for more protests
• Al Jazeera: Dembele to miss Ballon d’Or event as PSG game moved amid protests in France

Israel imposed a lockdown across the occupied West Bank after a shooting near Hebron killed two Israeli soldiers. The incident occurred in the occupied territory. The lockdown aims to maintain security in the area.

• Al Jazeera: Israel locks down occupied West Bank after Hebron shooting

Melania Trump helped broker a ceasefire in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town, Oleshky. The town has faced a worsening humanitarian crisis due to lack of resources. A ceasefire was reportedly established.

• The Guardian World: Melania Trump has helped broker ceasefire in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town, says White House – Europe live

Police in Manchester believe criminals are recruiting children to damage houses suspected of being HMOs. Dozens of properties have been targeted in recent weeks across Greater Manchester, mainly in Salford, Stockport, and Tameside. The targeted houses are thought to hold immigrants.

• The Guardian World: Criminals recruiting children to damage Greater Manchester HMOs, police believe

Manchester City seeks to maintain their perfect Premier League record against Aston Villa. Aston Villa aims to climb the table with a win. The match features a determined Villa side against the undefeated City.

• Al Jazeera: Aston Villa vs Manchester City: Premier League – teams, prediction, lineups

A magnitude-7 earthquake struck Tibet's north, killing at least 16 and injuring 54. Hundreds of homes and livestock sheds collapsed in Nagqu. Search and rescue efforts are underway.

• The Guardian World: Magnitude-7 earthquake hits Tibet, killing at least 16 and destroying hundreds of homes
• BBC World: Powerful earthquake hits Tibet killing 16 people, reports say

The White House claims Melania Trump brokered a truce in Oleshky, Ukraine, a city on the brink of disaster. The city, occupied by Russia, had been facing severe food shortages. A truce has been confirmed by Ukraine and Russia.

• BBC World: White House says Melania Trump brokers truce for Ukraine city 'on brink of disaster'

Ukraine claims Starlink restrictions remain in place, contradicting Trump's statement. The network is reportedly used by the Ukrainian military. Trump has offered to resolve any issues.

• BBC World: Ukraine says Starlink still restricted after Trump says limits lifted

Seven people were shot dead by gunmen at a church funeral in Jordan's Karak governorate. Thirty-four others were injured in the attack. A manhunt is underway.

• BBC World: Seven shot dead by gunmen at church funeral in Jordan, officials say