How the Houthi Red Sea blockade will impact the world
The Houthis' blockade of Bab al-Mandeb threatens a vital global trade route.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-07-23
US hits 60 countries with new duties as Trump rebuilds tariff wall
Administration pins new measures on forced labour probe after Supreme Court struck down blanket levies
ft.com
Littler cruises into Matchplay semis with win over Rock
World number one Luke Littler's World Matchplay title defence continues with a 16-7 quarter-final win over Josh Rock in Blackpool, as he averages 109.57.
co.uk
Arab and Muslim countries condemn Israeli storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Israeli settlers' storming of Islam's holy site fuels 'hatred' and obstructs lasting peace, joint statement says.
aljazeera.com
'Good luck to Dirk...': Littler dazzles in Blackpool as 'frightening' form continues
If a player hit a nine-darter on the World Matchplay stage, that would usually go down as their highlight. That is just the tip of the iceberg for Luke Littler in 2026.
skysports.com
Is this Italy’s ‘George Floyd moment’?
The death of Moroccan-born Abderrahim Fakir after he was restrained by police in Bologna has sparked protests.
aljazeera.com
US war on Iran: The $110 billion price tag
America's war on Iran has cost the US nearly $110 billion. Now, the Trump administration wants another $67 billion.
aljazeera.com
Regional mayors to take key roles in UK policy decisions as part of No 10 North plans
Burnham says ‘no one in government loses when power is shared’ as he revives Brown-era national economic councilIt’s not just a No 10 in the north, it’s an engine for growth throughout the whole UK...
theguardian.com
Senators Ask Hegseth to Fully Account for U.S. Troops Killed or Wounded in Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday at a dignified transfer for U.S. Army soldiers killed in action during the war in Iran.
nytimes.com
Rally attendee steals the show by mimicking Trump’s gestures
A rally attendee seated directly behind Trump drew attention by mimicking the president.
aljazeera.com
France wildfires force evacuation of over 20,000 people from tourist town
About 800 firefighters and hundreds of gendarmes and soldiers deployed to battle the flames west of Bordeaux.
aljazeera.com
White House says will not block Tate brothers’ extradition to UK
Social media influencers to be extradited after UK authorities file dozens of new sex crime charges against them.
aljazeera.com
US hits 60 countries with new duties as Donald Trump rebuilds tariff wall
Administration pins new measures on forced labour probe after Supreme Court struck down blanket levies
ft.com
Chinese AI models will slash adoption costs, says Singapore’s GIC
Sovereign wealth fund expects strong growth in Chinese AI companies but is cautious about start-ups
ft.com
China’s Xi pursues AI diplomacy to woo global south
Beijing makes most ambitious offer yet to build alternative global order
ft.com
Deadly monsoon floods kill at least 40 in India
At least 40 people have died and up to 80 remain missing after heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding.
aljazeera.com
Trump, His Money, and the World
Donald Trump’s growing wealth while in office could have an impact on anti-corruption efforts around the world.
nytimes.com
What to Know About Iran and the Houthis
Yemeni supporters of the Iran-backed Houthi group during a protest last week in Sanaa, Yemen.
nytimes.com
US government cancels subpoena against three New York Times reporters
Withdrawal is latest instance of government's efforts to crack down on critical media facing setbacks in court.
aljazeera.com
How Sudan war is putting cancer patients at risk
How Sudan war is putting cancer patients at risk
aljazeera.com
The Defining Image of India’s Gen Z Protests
Rhiya Ahir blocking a police van carrying detained protesters in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
AMD takes on Nvidia with its Helios AI rack scale system
AMD is challenging its chipmaker rival with a new rack-scale system that will start shipping to customers later this year.
techcrunch.com
Patreon lays off off 20% of its workforce
In a memo to staff that was posted online, Conte the company's core business is strong, but that the platform has to respond to market changes and adjust its cost structure to remain stable.
techcrunch.com
Tesla’s door handles may spur new U.S. safety rules
The new rule-making process follows a series of incidents, including fatal ones, in which people have become stuck inside cars.
techcrunch.com
Strikes Against Saudi Tankers in the Red Sea Send Oil Past $100 a Barrel
The Saudi authorities on Thursday confirmed a strike on one of its ships, the Encelia.
nytimes.com
Clint Reilly, Political Consultant Known for Feuding, Dies at 79
Clint Reilly at his San Francisco home in 1999, the year he ran unsuccessfully for mayor. He spent $3.5 million of his own money and finished fourth.
nytimes.com
Minnesota man who killed Democratic lawmaker sentenced to life in US prison
Judge says that long sentence is merited for slaying of state Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.
aljazeera.com
Meta drops out of a major clean energy pact as its natural gas buildout accelerates
Meta has made significant investments in natural gas over the past year. Now, it's dropping out of an industry renewable energy group.
techcrunch.com
Resumption of oil exports: Will Yemen recover its economic lifeline?
Yemen has proven oil reserves estimated at three billion barrels, but the security environment hinders its export.
aljazeera.com
Can India’s youth-led protest movement bring lasting change?
Protesters refuse to back down until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
aljazeera.com
Look for NASA+ Now Streaming on Amazon Fire TV
Continuing agency efforts to bring space closer to home, NASA+ is heading to more streaming platforms. On Thursday, NASA announced its programming is on Fire TV Channels. Fire TV customers can easi...
nasa.gov
World Matchplay Darts LIVE! Littler, Anderson, Rock in action
skysports.com
Anthropic updates Claude voice mode with more capable models
Claude's new voice model will let you reschedule your meeting or draft an email
techcrunch.com
Children wounded in Israeli strike on Khan Younis
Children were rushed to hospital after an Israeli strike hit a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Younis.
aljazeera.com
Meta’s New Feel-Good AI Ad Uses a Song About the World Ending
The clip features the David Bowie track “Five Years,” which includes lyrics such as “Earth was really dying (dying).”
wired.com
World Bank estimates Venezuela earthquakes caused $19.6bn in damage
Report says 47 percent of physical damage from pair of earthquakes impacted residential buildings.
aljazeera.com
AegisAI, founded by former Google security execs, lands $36M to stop AI-driven spear phishing
The Series A was led by Battery Ventures, bringing AegisAI total funding to $49 million.
techcrunch.com
How Andy Burnham’s rise to PM was helped by those axed by Starmer
List of people sacked or cast aside includes Louise Haigh, Lucy Powell and Anneliese Midgley, some of new premier’s most powerful allies
ft.com
Thousands evacuated in south of France as wildfire rages across pine forest – video
Locals and tourists were evacuated from the Arcachon Bay area during the night from Wednesday to Thursday after a huge fire engulfed more than 3,400 hectares (8,400 acres) of forest. Pushed by the...
theguardian.com
Kemi Badenoch ‘has to adapt’ her rhetoric to take on Andy Burnham
Conservative leader is becoming more confident and forging a message for her party, but faces a new opponent “So, Andy Burnham seems like a nice guy.” Those were the slightly unexpected opening wor...
theguardian.com
Bordeaux wildfire burns 3,100 hectares, 20,000 evacuated
A wildfire near Bordeaux, France, has burned 3,100 hectares (7,660 acres) of forest
aljazeera.com
UK’s Burnham tells Scotland new independence vote is off limits
Visiting Scotland, Burnham says a new referendum would detract from efforts to grow the economy.
aljazeera.com
Modi Caught Off Guard as India’s Economic Failings Inflame Young People
People walk past protest banners in New Delhi on Thursday.
nytimes.com
Modric, 40, signs new AC Milan deal
AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric - who turns 41 in September - signs a one-year contract extension at the club.
co.uk
Take Centrica’s gas storage warning seriously – Britain still needs secure supplies | Nils Pratley
One task awaiting new energy secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh is devising a plan to avoid a crisis by the end of the decadeWelcome to the energy secretary job, Miatta Fahnbulleh. You have a politically...
theguardian.com
Far-right Israeli incursion heightens tensions at Al-Aqsa ahead of election
Israeli far-right Minister Ben-Gvir joins provocative incursion at Al-Aqsa, escalating tensions ahead of elections.
aljazeera.com
The Guardian view on Britain’s uninhabitable homes: as temperatures rise, a new approach is needed | Editorial
Sadiq Khan’s heat-ready plan for London is a sensible strategy for adaptation that should provide a roadmap for other cities“Our ability to trust that our homes will keep us safe from the outside i...
theguardian.com
Hamilton: I really believe we can fight for 2026 title
Lewis Hamilton says he 'really believes' Ferrari can enable him to fight for an eighth world championship title this season.
skysports.com
Anderson's journey to England star and Man City record signing
Elliot Anderson was a key part of England's World Cup side and is now Manchester City's record signing.
co.uk
The US needs a new Manhattan Project for fusion energy
If we are to outpace China and own the future of this technology, we must fund it properly
ft.com
Runway launches AI model router as generative media gets crowded
Runway no longer wants to be just another AI model company. It wants to become the infrastructure layer for generative media. On Thursday, the startup launched Runway Media Router through Runway De...
techcrunch.com
Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damage
The Iran-backed group in Yemen has threatened to target Saudi vessels in a vital shipping route.
co.uk
A Game of Double Standards
Qatar 2022: a World Cup that exposed football’s politics, power struggles, and double standards.
aljazeera.com
OpenAI makes ChatGPT Health available to all U.S. users
Users can also integrate their personal data from services like Apple Health, Function, and MyFitnessPal.
techcrunch.com
Raymond Briggs’s library goes on sale at his local Oxfam shop
Books belonging to the beloved creator of The Snowman and When the Wind Blows were donated by his estate after his deathThe book collection of the creator of The Snowman and Fungus the Bogeyman has...
theguardian.com
Domestic abuse reports reach record UK highs during 2026 World Cup
Domestic abuse reports reached record highs in the UK during the 2026 World Cup, figures have shown.
skysports.com
Rodri to undergo back surgery and may miss start of Premier League season
Manchester City's World Cup winner Rodri is to undergo minor surgery on his back, which means he may miss the start of the Premier League season.
skysports.com
The US may find it hard to shrug off Moonshot’s AI shockwaves
The latest Chinese models such as Kimi K3 look set to bring greater price competition
ft.com
Tesla’s robotaxis are moving in reverse
The number of paid robotaxi miles traveled fell 36% in the second quarter, despite expanding to new cities, according to Tesla's own figures.
techcrunch.com
Meta launched a new AI optimism ad set to a song about human extinction
David Bowie's song "Five Years," which Meta used in a supposedly inspiring advertisement, is about humans learning that they have five years left to live before the apocalypse.
techcrunch.com
Teen jailed for exam cheating in Guinea dies after sickle cell complications, father says
Mamadou Djouma Bah, 17, was arrested and sentenced to prison for exam fraud earlier this month.
co.uk
Yemen faces a new challenge amid prospects of confrontation
What is the military balance of power in Yemen and the likelihood of confrontation between the government and Houthis?
aljazeera.com
Trump allies could weaken historic preservation rules to fast-track federal projects
A council packed with Trump appointees is poised to rewrite historic preservation rules. Critics say that could help him build his D.C. arch faster — and endanger important sites across the country.
npr.org
Europe could help get Ukraine and Russia to the negotiating table
Only diplomacy will end this war — and Kyiv’s backers should seek to kick-start talks while the US is mired in Iran
ft.com
Lobbying firm pressed for details about payments to journalists for favourable stories
MPs and others condemn behaviour of CT Group, which offered cash for positive coverage of clientsA political lobbying firm secretly paying journalists for articles favourable to its clients is faci...
theguardian.com
US House votes to limit Iran war for first time since ceasefire breakdown
The Senate was also expected to vote on War Powers resolution, in largely symbolic move attempting to reign in Trump.
aljazeera.com
Ex-governor convicted of murdering a pregnant student in Kenya
Okoth Obado was found guilty of killing Sharon Otieno with whom he had had an affair.
co.uk
Gary Lineker wants millionaires like him to pay wealth tax – The Latest
Millionaires including former footballer Gary Lineker are asking Andy Burnham to tax their wealth more. More than 100 UK-based millionaires have signed an open letter to the prime minister, saying:...
theguardian.com
Google will now let you sign in to your account with a selfie video
The tech giant says selfie videos give users more options to sign in if they're ever locked out or don't have access to their usual phone or computer.
techcrunch.com
Anderson gets Man City move he craved as £116m deal done
Manchester City confirm the arrival of Elliot Anderson on a five-year deal, as the England player is tipped to become a "complete midfielder" at his new club.
co.uk
Before you throw out all the synthetic fabrics in your closet, read this
Experts weigh in on wellness culture’s obsession with natural fibers and the growing trend of people shunning plastic-based clothingA few months ago, Lane Koch made a decision: she would purge her...
theguardian.com
Nicaragua's legislature debates barring opposition from elections
The move comes days after President Daniel Ortega demanded 'a wall, a blockade' against opposition parties.
co.uk
Norway Viking Row gets ‘resign’ twist in ‘Cockroach’ protest
Cockroach Janty Party-led protesters in Mumbai, India recreated Norway’s viral Viking Row, replacing ‘ro’ with ‘resign’.
aljazeera.com
In India, fear has switched sides
By refusing to be intimidated, India’s students have turned a protest over education into a crisis for Narendra Modi.
aljazeera.com
More than 100 UK millionaires ask new PM Andy Burnham to tax them more
The 'Patriotic Millionaires' say 'wealth and power have been concentrated in a small group for too long'.
aljazeera.com
Owners of Viking ship used to film The Odyssey say studio has not paid bill for damage
Swedish nonprofit alleges cost to repair replica was £4,500 but Universal – which made £196m on film’s opening weekend – has not stumped upThe Swedish owners of a Viking longship replica that featu...
theguardian.com
Crews Move Artemis IV Liquid Hydrogen Tank
Crews at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans transport the 130-foot-tall Artemis IV liquid hydrogen tank out of a production cell inside the main factory building into a detached test b...
nasa.gov
NASA’s MAVEN Illuminates New Understanding of Auroras at Mars
NASA MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) mission scientists have uncovered a key puzzle piece in understanding certain types of auroras on Mars, finding that they form in a similar way t...
nasa.gov
’Ian Curtis didn’t have a chance’: the Durutti Column on departed friends, Factory Records and fun with Morrissey
As they release their first album in 16 years, the Vini Reilly-fronted band answer your questions on sandpaper record sleeves, having Harry Styles as a fan and inventing a new style of guitar music...
theguardian.com
The roaring 20s: how the current decade revolutionised cinema
Pre-Covid, the movie landscape was dramatically different: YouTubers weren’t dominating the box office, video game spin-offs rarely made an impact and Winnie-the-Pooh wasn’t yet the star of a slash...
theguardian.com
The Midnight Train by Matt Haig audiobook review – a cosy, feelgood journey
Actor James Norton brings a sense of gentle longing to this tale of an octogenarian looking back on the life he’s departedThe latest novel from the Reasons to Stay Alive author Matt Haig begins wit...
theguardian.com
AI chip startup Etched defies skeptics, hits $10.3B valuation from big-name investors
Etched, founded by three Harvard dropouts, has created new chips and memory components that speed up inference on any AI model -- no GPUs required, it says.
techcrunch.com
Burnham on how he will fund business rates cut
The new prime minister was speaking after announcing a business rate cut for pubs, social clubs and live music venues.
co.uk
Murdoch and Musk in the crosshairs at Venice film festival
Danny Boyle’s drama about the acquisition of The Sun and a four-hour Elon Musk documentary will premiere alongside new films from Martin McDonagh and Werner Herzog – but only one female director ha...
theguardian.com
Kuwait-Iraq border crossing hit in drone attack
Kuwait's Defence Ministry said a drone attack hit the Abdali border crossing with Iraq, causing damage but no casualties
aljazeera.com
MeBeMe’s new ‘interrupter’ app helps you become your best self instead of doomscrolling
MeBeMe delivers small tasks to help users become their best selves instead of endlessly scrolling.
techcrunch.com
Football clubs urged to ease police cost burden on taxpayers
Football clubs are urged to contribute more to the cost of match policing to ease the burden on taxpayers, as incident figures for the 2025-26 season are published.
co.uk
How to Launder Money But Not Like Me, by George Cottrell (as imagined by John Crace)
The Guardian’s parliamentary sketch writer imagines Nigel Farage’s right-hand man’s thinking behind his book, How to Launder MoneyAnti-money-laundering laws are supposed to stop the illicit flow of...
theguardian.com
England men and women's cricket fixtures 2027
Full fixtures for England's men and women's sides in 2027, including The Ashes, the 150th Anniversary Test in Australia, home white-ball series against New Zealand and Bangladesh and the World Cup.
skysports.com
How shipping insurance rates are rising, as Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb shut down
Insurance rates through Hormuz are currently four times the five-year average.
aljazeera.com
Has Russia helped Iran target CIA sites in the Gulf?
Reports of Iran targeting sites belonging to the US's CIA first emerged in the early days of the Iran war.
aljazeera.com
Ebola death toll in DR Congo surpasses 1,000
More than 1,000 people have died in the latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, according to official government data.
aljazeera.com
Iran War Live Updates: Oil Prices Hit $100 a Barrel After Attacks in Red Sea
The price of Brent crude soared after Iran’s Houthi allies in Yemen claimed strikes on two Saudi tankers. President Trump warned that the U.S. would hold Iran directly responsible for further attac...
nytimes.com
Your backstage pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is waiting
Volunteer at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and get a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world's biggest startup conferences gets built.
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Beethoven: The Last Three Sonatas/Mitsuko Uchida album review – the music emerges as if new
DeccaThere are no major surprises in this live recording, just the simple but sublime sense that the music is being handed from composer, through pianist, to usTwenty years ago, Mitsuko Uchida rele...
theguardian.com
NASA Astronaut Chris Williams Closes Out Space Station Mission
After eight months aboard the International Space Station for his first mission, NASA astronaut Chris Williams is preparing to return to Earth. During his assignment, Williams contributed to resear...
nasa.gov
Ford bets on Apple for its next-generation of EVs
Ford is the first automaker to use a new set of developer tools that will let it embed Apple Maps navigation and mapping directly into its vehicles' infotainment systems.
techcrunch.com
Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May
The price of Brent crude rose more than 5% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.
co.uk
£100M fees becoming new normal... has the transfer market lost the plot?
Sky Sports' Dave Reed assesses whether £100M+ deals are becoming the new norm in the transfer market.
skysports.com
For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump
Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure. And while it is not legally binding, the resolution represents growing frustration inside Congress over the war.
npr.org
Burnham acting like he's still mayor, says Badenoch
The Tory leader says the new prime minister needs to "lift his sights" to fix broader issues with the UK.
co.uk
Codina on why she joined West Ham project
Laia Codina won trophies and found a "new family" during her three-year spell at Arsenal - but she was ready for a change with West Ham.
co.uk
Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj freed on bail
Indian authorities release the two men after years in prison although both remain under tight court-imposed restrictions
aljazeera.com
Shapps blocked from standing again for the Conservatives
Kemi Badenoch tells the BBC she leads a "new party full of new people" as ex-MP is rejected as a candidate.
co.uk
Government to cut business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues
Some hospitality firms will get a 20% discount from next April, saving an estimated £1,100.
co.uk
Rebuilding Gaza to cost $71bn, must include Palestinians, report finds
Rebuilding the enclave will cost seven times the combined cost of all past offensives, says joint report.
aljazeera.com
How lightbulb moment in Hazard's apartment helped Sheeraz
Former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is a surprise inspiration for Britain's Hamzah Sheeraz on his path to world championship glory.
co.uk
How are companies, governments responding to the OpenAI hack?
OpenAI's AI models hacked into another company, prompting calls for scrutiny of safeguards for advanced AI systems.
aljazeera.com
For South Korea, U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal Exposes a Double Standard
A beach near Wolseong Nuclear Power Plant in Gyeongju, South Korea in 2022. The country has one of the biggest nuclear power industries in the world.
nytimes.com
‘Our fight is to fix the system’: India protesters demand accountability
India's Cockroach Janta Party led weeks of protests over exam paper leaks.
aljazeera.com
Burnham’s review of prison early release scheme is causing chaos, says union
Officials ‘do not know’ how to respond to potential changes to plans to start freeing up to 6,000 offendersUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham’s pledge to review early release plans has c...
theguardian.com
Iraola in talks with clubs before Liverpool move
New Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola says he was in talks with other clubs before the Reds swooped - then "things moved quite fast" to take him to Anfield.
co.uk
ECB holds interest rates at 2.25%
Central bank pauses despite renewed surge in oil prices
ft.com
Richards hopeful of completing medal set in Glasgow
Double Olympic champion Matt Richards is hoping to claim Commonwealth gold and complete his major medal collection.
co.uk
Laura Loomer meets Zelenskyy after pro-Ukraine conversion
Far-right influencer abandoned opposition to war to praise Kyiv’s resilience against Russian aggression
ft.com
Johnson-Thompson and Asher-Smith out of Commonwealths
Olympic silver medallist Katarina Johnson-Thompson pulls out of the Commonwealth Games because of injury.
co.uk
Beyond the body: Wayne McGregor stretches the definition of dance at this year’s Venice Dance Biennale
With the British dance legend at the helm, this year’s themes ranged from quantum gravity to slightly muted geopoliticsThe most memorable performance in the opening days of this year’s Venice Dance...
theguardian.com
Hull City owner 'disturbed' by transfer claims
Hull City owner Acun Ilicali says he is "disturbed" by claims of the club being rejected by transfer targets and, in an unusual move, attempted to clarify the situation.
co.uk
EU hits Google with new $1bn fine, saying it broke digital antitrust rules
The fine is part of a major crackdown on Big Tech by Brussels which says it is seeking to ensure fair competition.
aljazeera.com
‘Unbearably sexy in his rodenty way’: Benedict Cumberbatch’s 20 best films – ranked!
To mark the two-time Oscar nominee’s recent 50th birthday, we rate his finest screen roles – from hyper-British patricians and seething serpents, to ghastly Yanks, tragic codebreakers and sci-fi sc...
theguardian.com
Can Iran withstand new pressure from the US?
After a truce, the US has returned to war with Iran. Alex Gatopoulos looks at what’s different this time
aljazeera.com
'Let's enjoy the ride' says Elon Musk, as AI fears mount
Talking to The Economist, Musk said he doesn't care if people hate him and said he was not a racist.
co.uk
Pandur joined Rangers after Hull planned new number one
New Rangers goalkeeper Ivor Pandur says he passed up the chance to be part of Hull City's return to the Premier League after being told they planned to sign a new number one this summer.
co.uk
Several killed as Ukraine, Russia trade attacks deep behind the front line
Four have been killed by Russian strikes in Ukraine, while four others died in Russia and Crimea, according to reports.
aljazeera.com
Why a North Sea oilfield is emerging as British PM Burnham’s big test
Reports suggesting the new British PM might allow drilling in the North Sea have excited Donald Trump, divided locals.
aljazeera.com
The Best Vacuum for Pet Hair—We Tested Many to Find Which Ones Work Best (2026)
Cordless, handheld, robot, and traditional—we tested them all to find the vacuum that’s fantastic for fur.
wired.com
Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026: What to know about the tournament
Tournament format, venues, title favourites, groups, prize money and players to watch at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco.
aljazeera.com
‘My life’s work was being delightful. That really hurt me’: breakout Americana star Brennan Wedl on freeing herself through song
With her roots stretching from the Catholic church to riot grrrl, the US singer-songwriter explains how sobriety and self-analysis powered her classic new Waxahatchee-produced albumThe songwriting...
theguardian.com
Potter and Yee among favourites at World Triathlon London event
Alex Yee and Beth Potter compete at the World Triathlon Championship Series in London this weekend, and you can follow the action live on the BBC.
co.uk
A grief therapist told me I should live to honor my son. How would I do that?
After my 22-month-old child died, music and poetry brought catharsis and comfortThe day Renzo had his aneurysm, in the afternoon before it happened, I distinctly remember telling him that it was go...
theguardian.com
The Trump Administration Wants to Change Public Engagement Rules for Polluters
The EPA has proposed a rule change that would let states decide how much input the public has on air pollution permits. It would be a huge boon for data centers increasingly reliant on fossil fuels.
wired.com
Norway to make formal complaint to FIFA over Balogun red card saga
FIFA overturned the suspension for a red card for the USA forward at the World Cup after a request from President Trump.
aljazeera.com
Sensational Littler blows Rock away to reach World Matchplay semis
Luke Littler stormed into the semi-finals of the World Matchplay, thumping Josh Rock to set up a meeting with Dirk van Duijvenbode, who came through a thriller against Gary Anderson.
skysports.com
Republicans in Congress Urge Justice Department to Investigate Former Prosecutor Jack Smith
The former special counsel led two criminal investigations of President Trump and has been a frequent target of Trump's ire on social media.
npr.org
South Korea woman acquitted of murdering newborn after hospital delivery
The woman, who had wanted to end her pregnancy at 36 weeks, gave birth to a baby who doctors later killed.
co.uk
I am used to hot days now. But the warm wind has really panicked me | Adrian Chiles
I first noticed it a couple of weeks ago on the streets of Cardiff – and it felt alarmingly wrongWhen the wind is warm, you know something is up. Naturally, I have been well aware of the awful real...
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Legal logging and soaring saplings: the ‘green islands’ bucking the deforestation trend in central America
In Guatemala’s Maya biosphere reserve local people are making a living from trees at the same time as increasing forest cover, showing nature is best protected by those who depend on itThe low rumb...
theguardian.com
EU fines Google €890mn in test of Trump’s threats to protect Big Tech
EU competition chief says it is bloc’s ‘duty to defend rule of law’ while delivering ‘strong message’ to search giant
ft.com
Banning Social Media for Kids Is a Bad Idea
The risks are real. But banning children from the internet could create new problems without solving the ones that really matter.
wired.com
Orcas filmed smashing giant sunfish into thousands of pieces
Researchers in the Gulf of California have documented a dramatic orca behavior never described before. In two separate encounters, one orca gripped a dead sunfish by the fin while another charged i...
sciencedaily.com
A healthier global diet could cut farm emissions by 85%
A global shift toward healthier diets could sharply reduce livestock farming, free up agricultural land, and cut emissions from land-use change by 85% by 2050. At the same time, fruit, vegetable, n...
sciencedaily.com
A New Target for Ukraine’s Long-Range Attacks: Russia’s Version of Amazon
Smoke rising from a fire at a Wildberries logistics complex in Elektrostal, near Moscow, on July 18, after a Ukrainian drone attack.
nytimes.com
UK millionaires ask Andy Burnham to tax them more
Former footballer Gary Lineker and producer Brian Eno write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it".
co.uk
U.S.-Saudi Deal Prompts Fears of a World With Looser Nuclear Rules
A French nuclear submarine. France has expanded its nuclear deterrence to cover some allies as the United States has pulled back on European security.
nytimes.com
‘He’d lie down in front of the moving ship’: a fresh look at Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance expedition
Shipwrecks, ice football and igloos for dogs … the digitisation of Frank Hurley’s photographs shows the heroic trek more clearly – and unlocks some remarkable new details Continue reading...
theguardian.com
Remember Jibo? Its Successor Is a Wearable That Turns Your Life Into AI Slop
With “blessings” from the original Jibo founders, iKairos is a wearable or desk-mounted “AI journal” that turns your family moments into AI images and video.
wired.com
The music in Nolan’s Odyssey is as well-crafted – and bloodlessly unmemorable – as the movie itself
Ludwig Göransson’s meticulous score uses instruments of the era to create an earthy, raw and bleak soundscape, but it merely supports the portrayal of an uncomplicated heroA few weeks ago I came ac...
theguardian.com
‘We Will All Die From Ebola Here’: Virus Stalks Crowded Camps in Congo
There are a million people displaced by violence in the epicenter. They live in dangerous conditions and are fighting the virus with very little clean water.
nytimes.com
Who is Miatta Fahnbulleh, the radical-thinking new UK energy secretary?
Selection of economist formerly at helm of green thinktank marks continuation of decarbonising Miliband eraIn her first 48 hours as energy secretary, Miatta Fahnbulleh was left in no doubt about th...
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The end of Heartstopper is a bittersweet loss – it’s never felt scarier to be young and queer | Alim Kheraj
The gay Netflix romance maintained a political edge despite rollbacks to queer and trans rightsAfter six books, three seasons of television and a film-length finale, Heartstopper has come to an end...
theguardian.com
Meet the man whose groundbreaking book is being devoured by the left
Anton Jäger has been lauded for his exceptional ability to make sense of these strange political times – and he’s only 32. The writer and academic explains why we’re living in an age of hyperpoliti...
theguardian.com
Around 12,000 people evacuated in France fires
A third firefighter has died in Europe while tackling ongoing wildfires across the continent.
co.uk
Andy Burnham's plan to collaborate with social media creators
The new prime minister plans to work with influencers and social media creators to get his message out.
co.uk
Oil price surge drives global bond sell-off
Brent crude’s rise towards $100 is threatening a prolonged surge in inflation and resetting interest rate expectations
ft.com
Indian activist Wangchuk sets conditions to end hunger strike
Indian activist Wangchuk sets conditions to end hunger strike
aljazeera.com
Burnham offers 20% cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music in England – UK politics live
The prime minister said the £100m package would mean the typical pub would save around £1,100 in the next financial yearGood morning and welcome to the UK politics live blog.Andy Burnham will cut b...
theguardian.com
Travellers panic as US attacks Iran-Iraq border crossing
Travellers panic as US attacks Iran-Iraq border crossing
aljazeera.com
Ruiz and Gavi's reward for World Cup win... 150kg of tomatoes
Spain's Fabian Ruiz and Gavi receive their body weight in tomatoes when they return to their hometown Los Palacios y Villafranca.
co.uk
India’s Modi promises fast-track courts for exam fraud fuelling protests
Cockroach Janta Party protesters are occupying streets in New Delhi, demanding Education Minister Pradhan resign.
aljazeera.com
Top US and Russian diplomats discuss Ukraine war in Manila
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov 'reaffirmed readiness' for political and diplomatic settlement to Russia-Ukraine war.
aljazeera.com
Burnham announces cut to business rates for pubs and clubs
Prime minister says move will help boost high streets across UK
ft.com
Arsenal defender Saliba sidelined for ‘extended period’ due to back injury
Centre back William Saliba won't require surgery for injury sustained at World Cup, his club says.
aljazeera.com
Oil jumps to $96 after Houthis attack two Saudi Arabian oil tankers
Yemeni rebels say they used missiles and drones to target the vessels Encelia and Layla
ft.com
Ken Turner, the 100-year-old artist who flattened a Tesla with a tank: ‘I’m not a revolutionary, I’m a simple rebel’
The painter, sculptor and performance artist has devoted his life to making art available to the masses. Now with a new exhibition, the centenarian discusses inequality, inspiration, and why he won...
theguardian.com
Weekly sports quiz: Glasgow 2026, The Open and The Hundred
How much attention have you paid to what has happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
co.uk
Ex-UFC champion Andrade working as delivery driver
Jessica Andrade says she will do "whatever it takes" to earn a living as she recovers from injury. has been working as a delivery driver to earn extra money while she is recovering from injury.
co.uk
'I am still alive': Indian activist on hunger strike for 26 days loses 11kg
Sonam Wangchuk has been the main draw at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi.
co.uk
Two waste paper bins, one Olympic dream
Derived from basketball and developed by teenagers in late-Victorian England, netball is sport's great misunderstood "girly game". It could be heading to the Olympics in 2032.
co.uk
ServiceNow bets $40 million on Indian banking software specialist to expand its financial services push
ServiceNow's investment gives BusinessNext a strategic partner to expand its AI-powered banking software globally.
techcrunch.com
Between hope and fear: Yemenis react to Houthi blockade on Saudi Arabia
Yemenis fear a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia could reignite war, deepen shortages and worsen hunger.
aljazeera.com
Will the war on Iran affect ASEAN’s efforts to tackle regional issues?
Renewed fighting between the US and Iran has overshadowed the ASEAN gathering in Manila.
aljazeera.com
Business rates to be cut by 20% for England pubs, clubs and music venues
No 10 announces reprieve after Andy Burnham previously pledged to raise tax from e-commerce warehouses and channel it to cutting hospitality sector’s billsBusiness rates will be cut by 20% for pubs...
theguardian.com
Thousands forced to evacuate as wildfires sweep across southern France
Thousands of people are being evacuated from areas of southern France as firefighters battle huge wildfires.
aljazeera.com
Indian police accused of using pellet guns in crackdown on India’s protests
Videos emerge showing police using pellet guns on protesters India’s student protest movement.
aljazeera.com
TV tonight: documentary reveals the shocking truth behind model family blogger Ruby Franke
First of a three-part series exposing the hidden horror behind a picture-perfect image created for the cameras. Plus Adeel Akhtar traces his roots in Who Do You Think You Are? Here’s what to watch...
theguardian.com
Crystal Palace sports centre set for £130m revamp
Bromley Council is to meet to discuss plans for a major revamp of the world famous sport centre.
co.uk
One month, two record transfers - why English midfielders are in demand
Elliot Anderson and Morgan Rogers both sold for record transfer fees, so why are English midfielders so in demand?
co.uk
Alarm over hospital lung admissions for children in England’s poorest postcodes
Exclusive: Analysis of NHS England data reveals stark impact of air pollution in deprived areasChildren living in the poorest areas across England are 40% more likely to be admitted to hospital for...
theguardian.com
Besieged by lobbyists, will UK ministers protect our ecosystems? No, they’ll chicken out | George Monbiot
Industrial poultry farming is killing our rivers. But rather than stop it, the government has been facilitating it. Will Andy Burnham end this ecocide?There’s a slightly mean question I often ask B...
theguardian.com
Weatherwatch: How increased Arctic shipping affects cloud formation
Shipping routes opened by climate change mean more industrial pollutants in the airThe gradual reduction in Arctic ice has started to open up new shipping routes, with marine traffic increasing by...
theguardian.com
How predominantly Black areas in 6 states have been split up by redistricting
These maps show that the redistricting battle President Trump initiated has so far had a particular impact on largely Black congressional districts in Republican-led states.
npr.org
'New York Times' alleges White House abuses legal system to intimidate reporters
The New York Times will argue in court Thursday that the White House is abusing the justice system to intimidate reporters over a story that angered President Trump.
npr.org
Guyana ferry disaster: families demand answers as around 100 feared dead
Officials say 76 of the roughly 179 people believed to have been aboard survived, and 53 bodies have been found so far.
aljazeera.com
Olympic Mountain Glory
Snow-capped mountains carved by deep river valleys preside over northwestern Washington state.
nasa.gov
‘People are scared their neighbours will call the police on them’: how the hosepipe ban got caught up in the culture wars
While many people in the UK recognise the need to preserve water, others are furious and planning to flout the ban in their area. The target of their anger? Failing water companies and frighteningl...
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Nobody in Europe knows or cares what Kemi Badenoch thinks. That’s a big mistake | Simon Nixon
The opposition leader wants to pull the UK out of the ECHR, wrecking treaties from the Good Friday agreement to the Gibraltar dealSitting in Brussels, or one of the EU’s 27 chancelleries, one could...
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Andy Burnham could easily ignore the UK’s falling aid commitment. He would be wise not to | Halima Begum
The FCDO’s annual report was quietly released just as Starmer was leaving office – it continues a long-term shift from supporting countries most in need to seeking something in returnSomewhere on t...
theguardian.com
Climate crisis-driven heat ‘sucking soils dry’ as extreme drought hits Europe
Analysis shows how heatwaves are making atmosphere thirstier, damaging water supplies, food production and power generationExtreme heat supercharged by the climate crisis is sucking Europe dry in s...
theguardian.com
‘We didn’t care what the client wanted!’: Sheffield’s Designers Republic on their art for Aphex Twin, Pulp … and Pringles
Their eye-popping designs burst out of Sheffield in 1986, making them the toast of the music scene. Founder Ian Anderson reveals why some fans think his art is worth remortgaging the house forForty...
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Pompeii: Out of Time With Tom Hiddleston review – you will cringe so hard you turn to cheese
The actor emotes his way through Vesuvius’s catastrophic eruption in a docudrama that is embarrassing and exhausting – but undeniably entertaining. Prepare to be Hiddlestoned!There’s such a fine li...
theguardian.com
Japan awakes
Why 1 per cent interest rates could shake everything up after a generation of deflation
ft.com
Trump Media fast feed for president’s posts sparks Wall Street backlash
New venture has raised questions as financial firms decipher risk of paying for advanced access to market-moving feed
ft.com
Inflation data gives Andy Burnham’s cost of living pledge a boost
The UK’s new prime minister has promised to ease pressure on voters
ft.com
Is Trump winning the tariff wars?
Time to tot up the scores
ft.com
Five soldiers killed in southern Thailand checkpoint attack
The assault in Narathiwat comes a day after a car bombing elsewhere in the province wounded a police officer.
aljazeera.com
Calls for Moroccan rapper’s release outside a Casablanca court
Protesters gathered outside a court in Casablanca, Morocco to demand the release of Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi.
aljazeera.com
Iran-backed Houthis attack two Saudi Arabian oil tankers
Brent prices rise after Yemeni rebels say they hit the Encelia and the Layla
ft.com
NASA will test SpaceX and Blue Origin Moon landers before the next lunar landing
NASA is preparing for future astronaut landings on the Moon with an unusually ambitious orbital rehearsal. During Artemis III in 2027, Orion astronauts will rendezvous and dock separately with prot...
sciencedaily.com
NASA’s Webb telescope discovers giant planet hiding in one of astronomy’s most famous systems
A giant planet had been hiding inside one of astronomy’s most closely studied planetary systems, concealed by a bright disk of cosmic dust. Webb revealed Beta Pictoris d through atmospheric traces...
sciencedaily.com
Why Abderrahim Fakir’s death reignited Italy’s police accountability debate
A Moroccan-born man’s death in Bologna has prompted anger and renewed scrutiny of Italy’s policing and legal reforms.
aljazeera.com
Seinfeld’s Jason Alexander apologizes to Courtney Stodden for ‘inappropriate’ sketch made when she was a teenager
The actor, who is one of the writers credited for the Funny or Die sketch, said he was ‘deeply sorry for any harm or distress’ caused by the 2012 skitSeinfeld star Jason Alexander has apologized to...
theguardian.com
Spain and France battle raging wildfires, face high risk of more
A wildfire in Spain's Guadalajara region has burned 32,000 hectares, in one of the country's largest recorded blazes.
aljazeera.com
US tariffs ‘strengthen’ Lula against Bolsonaro’s son in upcoming elections
With Lula polling ahead and tariffs squeezing Brazil's economy, the Bolsonaro family's Washington strategy is faltering.
aljazeera.com
US House passes $1.15 trillion military bill expanding Israel cooperation
Bill to fund war on Iran and a handful of Trump priorities passes largely along party lines, faces Senate uncertainty.
aljazeera.com
AI, China, ‘dark factories’ and the future of the US auto industry
Economist Mary Lovely dismisses the claims that getting automakers to produce more cars in America proves tariffs work.
aljazeera.com
Canada's 'powerful' dairy sector is in Trump's trade crosshairs
Canada's dairy supply management system is in the spotlight after the US president singled it out as one of three main irritants used to justify new tariffs.
co.uk
Houthis Claim Strikes on 2 Saudi Oil Tankers in Red Sea
A satellite image of Bab el Mandeb Strait, a shipping waterway in the Red Sea, earlier this month.
nytimes.com
Iran war live: US launches new attacks; Houthis attack 2 Saudi oil tankers
US, Iran trade new threats as more explosions are reported in Iranian cities including Sirik, Ahvaz and Bushehr.
aljazeera.com
The Small Suffer What They Must?
Band together or struggle alone in a disordered world.
foreignaffairs.com
China’s Moment of Weakness
Economic decay and America’s strategic opening.