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Senior FIFA executive says staff were deceived over Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan
FIFA’s chief operating officer stated staff were deceived by President Infantino’s World Cup privatization plan and suggested the project should not proceed, as another senior executive resigned in opposition.
Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least nine, Ukraine officials say
Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people and injured 28 others on Saturday, with fires breaking out across the capital and residential buildings partially destroyed.
‘Who could have done this?’ Mystery over Briton found dead in a suitcase in Athens
A 38-year-old British woman was discovered dead inside a suitcase in Athens last month. Police are investigating her death while searching for clues about her final days.
‘We stared into an abyss’: the men and women battling to tame France’s megafire
A massive wildfire in western France has consumed 42,000 hectares of forestland, forcing evacuations and straining emergency services across the country and Europe amid record-breaking fire weather linked to climate change.
Trump wanted interest rate cuts to be ‘Rocket Fuel’ for the economy. He is losing that fight so far
President Trump’s efforts to pressure the Federal Reserve into cutting interest rates have stalled, with borrowing costs rising since late February and threatening his economic agenda ahead of November elections.
Breakneck pace in immigration courts is driving up deportation orders
Immigration courts are holding massive hearings and cutting preparation time, resulting in historic increases in missed court dates and deportation orders as the Trump administration works to reduce a decades-long case backlog.
Powerful El Nino to intensify heat on ‘a planet already on fire’: UN
The World Meteorological Organization warns that a rapidly intensifying El Niño event will drive extreme weather, heatwaves, and flooding globally in the coming months, compounding the impact of climate change.
Hundreds escape Greek wildfire by sea as blazes continue across Europe
Hundreds of people, mostly tourists, are being evacuated by sea from a Greek coastal town surrounded by wildfires. Greece is among several European nations battling devastating blazes fueled by recent heatwaves.
Greyhounds bound for Australia as New Zealand racing ban takes effect
New Zealand greyhound trainers are relocating up to 150 dogs to Australia via chartered flights as the nation’s ban on the sport takes effect this week.
Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits ‘botched’ repairs
US prosecutors have dropped vandalism charges against a former Olympian, admitting that damage to Washington DC’s Reflecting Pool resulted from faulty contractor installation rather than intentional destruction.
Ethiopians on death row in Saudi Arabia: Prisoners calling the BBC from their cells
Ethiopian migrants on death row in Saudi Arabia are calling the BBC from prison cells, alleging inadequate legal representation and unfair trials. At least 17 Ethiopians have been executed in the first seven months of this year.
How police in US are using the power of podcasts to crack unsolved murders
Police departments across the US are launching podcasts about cold cases and unsolved murders to generate tips and engage wider audiences, with several cases already benefiting from the investigative tool.
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Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns hold in the midterms or revert to 2020 trends.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements of three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries all won Tuesday, defeating incumbents and showcasing his rising political influence within the party.
Mandela Barnes drops out of high-stakes Wisconsin governor’s race
Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes withdrew from the state’s Democratic primary for governor Thursday, citing a commanding lead by rival Francesca Hong less than two weeks before the election.
Trump announced a deal for Hamas to disarm. And, the U.S. economy slowed a bit
President Trump announced a Hamas disarmament agreement, though a Palestinian official said the group would only surrender weapons if Israel withdraws first. Meanwhile, U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.5% in the second quarter.
George Santos agrees to $35,000 settlement in federal probe over Kalshi trades
Former Congressman George Santos agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades on prediction marketplace Kalshi related to his attendance at President Trump’s State of the Union.
More than 25,000 children lose previous legal protections, as federal contract ends
An estimated 26,000 unaccompanied children are expected to lose independent legal representation as a federal contract expires, following a dispute over confidential information.
Laura Loomer, Lindsey Graham and the deepening Iran crisis: what’s behind Trump’s reset with Zelenskyy?
Relations between Trump and Zelenskyy have warmed markedly since an explosive February 2025 clash, coinciding with U.S. military struggles in its war with Iran and Ukraine’s offer of drone-defense expertise.
DoJ appears to ignore New Mexico deadline for key Epstein ranch files
New Mexico’s attorney general says the Justice Department missed a deadline to provide unredacted files related to a reopened criminal investigation into abuse allegations at Jeffrey Epstein’s former ranch.
US Senate rejects bid to rein in Trump’s authority over Iran war
The Senate rejected a war powers resolution aimed at limiting Trump’s authority over Iran operations, with the measure failing 49-50 as fighting continues following a ceasefire collapse.
New Mexico AG sues for return of teen forced to cross border by foster care staff
New Mexico’s attorney general filed a lawsuit seeking the return of a 15-year-old American citizen from Mexico after foster care staff allegedly forced him to cross the border to reunite with his deported mother.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says states, not Washington, should control elections
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt argues states should control elections without federal interference, citing Oklahoma’s efficient voting processes while hosting the National Governors Association meeting in Oklahoma City.
Arizona, California and Nevada would share cuts under federal proposal to manage the Colorado River
The federal government proposed reducing water allocations to Arizona, California, and Nevada from the Colorado River through 2036, while sparing other basin states from mandatory cuts for now.
Republican Indiana Senate leader who defied Trump on redistricting leaving post
Indiana’s Republican Senate leader Rodric Bray announced he would step down from his position after six GOP incumbents who opposed President Trump’s redistricting plan lost their primary elections.
Trump backtracks from promise to let Ukraine build Patriot missiles
Trump reversed a recent commitment to allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot air defense interceptors, citing concerns about transferring sensitive military technology during a cabinet meeting at Camp David.
Trump administration pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into the US
The Trump administration announced a proposed rule Friday tightening English language requirements for Mexican train crews crossing the U.S. border, citing safety concerns.
Thousands of migrant children in the US could face new deportation risks as legal aid deal expires
Tens of thousands of migrant children in U.S. government care face potential loss of legal representation as a federal contract funding their lawyers expires, advocates warn.
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Shein says it’s under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission as it prepares for Hong Kong IPO
Fast-fashion retailer Shein disclosed in Hong Kong IPO documents that it is under investigation by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, though the company did not specify the investigation’s subject matter.
US interest rates held as Fed boss says ‘no magic wand’ to tackle high prices
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for the fifth consecutive time, with Chair Kevin Warsh stating there is no quick fix to reduce inflation, which remains elevated above the Fed’s 2% target.
UK house prices up just 0.1% in July as buyers remain cautious on interest rates
UK house prices rose just 0.1% in July as buyer caution over interest rates and geopolitical tensions dampened activity during the traditional peak selling season.
More consumer companies are staying private for longer, avoiding the IPO road
Major consumer companies are increasingly staying private longer, with fewer IPOs occurring since 2021’s record year. Access to private capital and secondary markets have reduced the urgency for companies to pursue public offerings.
‘It ain’t the same’: inside the bitter battle to free Ben & Jerry’s
Ben Cohen is campaigning to free Ben & Jerry’s from parent company Magnum, citing loss of independent governance and suppression of social activism around Palestine.
Oil companies report sky-high profits thanks to wartime crude prices
Major oil companies reported record or near-record quarterly profits as Middle East conflicts disrupted crude supplies, prompting calls from lawmakers for windfall taxes on the industry.
Technology In The News
EU fines Google €890m for competition breaches over search and apps
The EU fined Google €890m for breaching competition laws by prioritizing its own services in search results and restricting app developers from directing users to cheaper offers.
Debate over AI’s future divides Silicon Valley as China gains ground
Silicon Valley splits over artificial intelligence’s future as Chinese AI models advance, while Meta and YouTube face mounting addiction lawsuits from minors across the country.
Max-severity Exchange server flaw under active exploitation by Kremlin hackers
Russian state-backed hackers are exploiting a maximum-severity Exchange Server vulnerability to deliver sophisticated malware through unopened emails, allowing persistent access that survives credential rotation and disk re-imaging.
New York sues Kalshi for allegedly running an ‘illegal gambling operation’
New York’s attorney general sued Kalshi, accusing the prediction market platform of operating as an illegal gambling operation without proper state licensing.
The ban on robot vacuums won’t make them safer. But it may make your next one worse
The FCC banned foreign-made robot vacuums citing national security concerns, but experts say the policy targets manufacturing location rather than actual security vulnerabilities, potentially reducing innovation and increasing prices.
Google might launch a ‘Pixel Tag’
Google appears to be developing a Pixel Tag item tracker to rival Apple’s AirTag, with details emerging from retail listings ahead of a planned hardware event.
Google Earth’s AI deepfake tool only lasted one day
Google has shut down an AI image-editing feature in Google Earth after only one day, citing concerns about deepfakes and policy violations despite the tool’s watermarking safeguards.
TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe
TreeSize’s developer JAM Software now requires perpetual license holders to subscribe for continued support and updates after their maintenance period expires, citing economic conditions and the need for predictable revenue.
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Saudis Push Maritime Coalition as Oil Finds Support
Brent crude is positioned to close July near $90 per barrel as Middle East shipping disruptions support prices despite an 8% weekly loss, while Saudi Arabia organizes an international maritime coalition.
BP puts North Sea oil and gas business up for sale
BP has launched a formal sale process for its North Sea oil and gas operations, ending six decades of production in the basin as new leadership seeks to simplify the company and reduce debt.
US Oil Drillers Turn Cautious as WTI Holds Near $85 per Barrel
US oil rig counts rose to 588 this week, with crude production averaging 13.796 million barrels per day, as oil prices held near $85 per barrel amid cautious market conditions.
Abqaiq Is a Warning That Oil Markets May Be Misreading
A recent attack on Saudi Aramco’s Abqaiq oil-processing facility has exposed vulnerabilities in the Kingdom’s export infrastructure, raising concerns about the reliability of global energy supplies despite current price restraint.
VC Money Floods Into U.S. Nuclear Startups as AI Power Demand Explodes
Venture capital funding for U.S. nuclear startups has surged to $4.5 billion across 81 companies this year, driven by artificial intelligence’s massive energy demands and government support.
VICTORY: Courts Rule in Favor of Sierra Club, Approves FERC Order to Speed Up Clean Energy Projects
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld FERC Order 2023, a directive to accelerate clean energy project interconnections by addressing lengthy grid operator delays that have affected renewable energy projects.
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In Michigan, the price of energy is on the ballot and both parties know it
Energy prices have emerged as a central issue in Michigan’s 2026 midterm elections, with both parties competing over how to address high gas and utility costs affecting voters.
Q&A: Europe’s May and June heatwave deaths – and how they were counted
European health authorities and scientists have released varying estimates of deaths from recent summer heatwaves using different calculation methods, with figures ranging from hundreds to thousands across individual countries.
Education In The News
White paint, trees or air con? What parents and teachers can do to cool UK’s overheating schools
UK schools facing overheating this summer are exploring cooling solutions including tree planting, external shading, improved ventilation, and potential air conditioning, with experts recommending diagnostic assessment before major investments.
Could a public campus really close? The fight to save Southern Oregon University
Southern Oregon University faces potential closure after discovering a $15 million budget shortfall, prompting state-funded emergency measures and plans to cut $20 million from its $100 million annual budget.
Why Boys Start Kindergarten Behind Girls
Research shows boys start kindergarten with lower academic readiness and social-behavioral skills than girls, with gaps persisting through elementary school. Some states are examining these gender disparities and considering policy changes.
How One State’s Schools Are Updating Policies to Fight AI Deepfakes
Illinois schools have updated cyberbullying policies to address AI-generated deepfakes following state legislation, establishing frameworks for discipline and education on the misuse of artificial intelligence.
Which States Are Overhauling Math Education? See Our Tracker
Following earlier reading education reforms, 22 states have implemented new math education laws and policies since 2022 addressing student achievement concerns through teacher training, assessments, and curriculum changes.
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