Iraq has released an Australian mechanical engineer on bail who was detained for more than four years over a dispute with the central bank, authorities said Friday, though he remains barred from leaving the country. Simon Harris, foreign minister for Ireland, where Pether's family lives, "This evening, I have been informed of the release on bail of Robert Pether, whose imprisonment in Iraq has been a case of great concern.

Interpol has issued a red notice for Ghana's former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, amid investigations into alleged corruption and abuse of office. Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor seeks his extradition after he failed to appear for questioning regarding several high-profile contracts. Ofori-Atta's legal team claims he is unwell and receiving medical treatment abroad.

Britain's Labour government announced that new homes will feature rooftop solar panels by default, aiming to lower energy bills and meet carbon-reduction goals. Energy secretary Ed Miliband highlighted this as a significant step towards a "rooftop revolution." The initiative, part of a plan to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029, includes low-carbon heating and high energy efficiency standards.

The Israeli military issued an evacuation order for residents of parts of Gaza City on Friday ahead of an attack, as it presses an intensified campaign in the battered Palestinian territory. The Israeli military has recently stepped up its campaign in Gaza in what it says is a renewed push to defeat Hamas, whose October 2023 attack sparked the war.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk are in a public feud. News outlets like New York Post and CNN covered the spat extensively. They highlighted the escalating tensions. Fox News took a different approach. They downplayed the conflict. Social media users noticed the varied coverage. Some users commented on Fox News' unusual stance. The situation is generating significant buzz.

Vivek Ramaswamy's cryptic post on X amid the Trump-Musk feud sparks speculation. His departure from DOGE, once aligned with Musk, now appears prescient as the platform faces ridicule. Ramaswamy, distancing himself from Trump's orbit, faces backlash from former supporters. Musk's attempt to challenge Trump's influence falters, highlighting the risks of close association.

The relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk has fractured after Musk criticized Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill." Musk claimed Trump wouldn't have won the 2024 election without his support, a claim Trump disputes. The disagreement stems from the bill's potential to increase the deficit and impact electric vehicle tax credits, leading to a public feud.

Ireland's health ministry Thursday ordered a probe into French care homes operator Emeis, the country's biggest private nursing home provider, after a television programme alleged residents in two places were mistreated. The ministry has ordered the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) to launch a review of all nursing homes operated by Emeis, he said.

Zimbabwe has announced plans to kill dozens of elephants to manage the population within the Save Valley Conservancy, where the current elephant population far exceeds the land's carrying capacity. The initiative aims to mitigate ecological damage caused by overpopulation. Meat from the culled elephants will be distributed to local communities, while the ivory will be secured by the state wildlife authority.

Alexus Grynkewich is the US nominee for Nato's top commander in Europe. US President Donald Trump spearheaded the appointment. All 32 Nato allies approved the nomination. However, the US senate is yet to confirm. This nomination occurs amid concerns about US leadership in Nato. Grynkewich previously served as Director for Operations of J-3 in the US Air Force.