A knife attack at a hospital in southwestern China killed two people and injured 21 others. The motive is unknown, and the suspect is in custody. Similar knife attacks have occurred in China before, often at kindergartens.
A knife-wielding man attacked a Christian Orthodox priest during a live-streamed sermon at a church in Sydney. The incident was captured on the church's YouTube page. The attacker also allegedly stabbed at least two others. The motive is unknown. This comes shortly after a separate stabbing incident that resulted in six deaths at a mall in Bondi Junction.
150 homes evacuated in Ede, the Netherlands due to a hostage situation at a popular drinking spot. Suspect armed with knives known to law enforcement. Motive remains unclear. Three hostages released, situation ongoing.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses with Soufan Center Senior Research Fellow Clarke about the Islamic State's attack in Russia and the timing of the attack.
Four people, including a child, were killed in shootings in northern Germany by a German soldier who turned himself in. The motive is unclear, but it may be related to the family environment.
Trial opens for man accused in deadly shooting ambush of a Baltimore police officer. Motive remains unclear. Officer Keona Holley was shot multiple times in her marked patrol car. Suspect Elliot Knox is on trial for his role in the shootings. Testimony sheds little light on motive. Holley's gun was still in her holster. The case is emotionally charged.