At least five members of a family have been killed in a shooting attack in the Mexican border state of Sonora.
In a joint statement, the governments of Chihuahua and Sonora states, both of which border the US, said an investigation into the incident is currently underway.
Officials said some members of the LeBaron family, who are all American citizens, were presumed dead and others missing.
According to reports, drug cartel gunmen opened fire on their SUV and caused an explosion.
India inspects spice makers over alleged contamination
India is inspecting facilities of spice makers MDH and Everest for compliance with quality standards after sales of some of their products were halted in Hong Kong and Singapore for allegedly containing high levels of a cancer-causing pesticide.
Israeli media predict offensive in Gaza's Rafah soon
Israel is poised to send troops into Rafah, the Gazan city it sees as the last bastion of Hamas, Israeli media reported on Wednesday, saying preparations were under way to evacuate war-displaced Palestinian civilians who have been sheltering there.
Russia detains ally of Defence Minister Shoigu for corruption
A Russian court on Wednesday ordered one of Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu's deputies be kept in custody on suspicion of taking bribes, the highest-profile corruption case since President Vladimir Putin sent troops into Ukraine in 2022.
Trump meets with Japan's former prime minister Aso
Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso, a senior figure in the country's ruling party, met with Donald Trump on Tuesday, becoming the latest US ally seeking to establish ties with the Republican presidential candidate.
Dubai Police will drop traffic fines incurred by motorists on April 16 when the city experienced extreme weather conditions.
The UAE cabinet has approved a AED 2 billion package to deal with damages to citizens' homes during the recent severe weather conditions.
As many as 1,320 private establishments have been caught violating Emiratisation rules since mid-2022.
