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Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
Two Iranian female footballers who publicly defied their government by refusing to sing the national anthem have become Australian citizens after being granted humanitarian visas.
Japanese tech company SoftBank Group sees profit drop despite AI investments
Japanese tech investor SoftBank Group reported an 18% drop in first quarter profit to 347.3 billion yen despite aggressive AI investments, though quarterly sales rose 11%.
Oil spill from grounded tanker off Oman expands sharply, satellite images show
An oil spill from a U.K.-sanctioned tanker grounded off Oman has expanded dramatically to cover approximately 150 square kilometers, with thick patches reaching island shores and affecting a marine protected area.
Trump administration revokes visa of Brazil’s ambassador to US in spat with Lula
The Trump administration revoked Brazil’s ambassador’s visa in retaliation for Brazil denying visas to U.S. diplomats and stalling on approving Trump’s ambassadorial nominee.
Italy waste workers help winner find €1m lottery ticket
Italian refuse workers recovered a €1 million lottery ticket discarded by a player who mistakenly believed it was non-winning after a two-day search through collected waste.
Nigeria’s President Tinubu orders 80% salary increase for junior soldiers
Nigerian President Tinubu orders an 80% salary increase for junior soldiers, bringing monthly pay for privates to $132 starting in September, as part of efforts to address widespread security threats.
Michigan, Missouri, Washington primary elections: Key takeaways
Michigan Democrats held a close primary contest between centrist Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed for Senate nomination, reflecting nationwide party tensions over Israel policy amid swing state electoral stakes.
Toppled Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina to speak today: What we can expect
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ousted in 2024 and exiled in India, is scheduled to address the Foreign Correspondents’ Club virtually on Wednesday alongside other Awami League leaders.
Why is Ceuta a migration flashpoint and how were so many people able to cross from Morocco?
Tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta after border controls appeared to break down, resulting in dozens of deaths and a humanitarian crisis.
India denies involvement in ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina’s planned speech
India denied involvement in organizing a virtual speech by former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, stating a private media entity hosts the event as tensions over bilateral relations escalate.
Senate Democrat’s report says major banks ‘looked the other way’ on Epstein
A Senate Democrat released a report alleging major Wall Street banks knowingly facilitated Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking operation by ignoring suspicious financial activity for years.
Tokyo lion deaths show heat wave gripping East Asia
Three lions at a Tokyo zoo died from suspected heatstroke as record-breaking temperatures grip East Asia, prompting South Korea’s president to declare a national disaster.
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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.
A progressive lumberjack has fewer than 100 days to turn Maine’s Senate seat blue. Can he do it?
Progressive lumberjack Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine’s Senate seat with fewer than 100 days until the election, aiming to unseat longtime Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
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.
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.
FCC chairman defends actions against ABC, says broadcasters must operate ‘in the public interest’
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended the agency’s actions against ABC, stating broadcasters must operate in the public interest in exchange for free airwave access. ABC countered that the FCC is retaliating against it for protected speech.
Trump’s tax immunity scheme hoists president by his own petard on Blanche AG nomination
Trump’s refusal to formally end a tax immunity agreement undermined efforts to secure permanent confirmation of acting attorney general Todd Blanche, with two Republican senators blocking the nomination over settlement terms.
Ex-White House counsel says Epstein accuser’s testimony ‘lacked inherent credibility’
A former White House counsel told House lawmakers that some allegations by Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre lacked credibility, drawing swift criticism from Giuffre’s family members.
Trump administration to let contract aiding unaccompanied minors expire
The Trump administration is allowing a federal contract for legal services to unaccompanied minors expire, prompting prosecutors to warn the policy undermines protections for child immigrants and crime victims.
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Healey’s profiteering warning on food and fuel risks row with retailers
UK Chancellor John Healey warns retailers against profiteering on food and fuel prices amid ongoing Iran conflict, stating the government is monitoring closely for price gouging.
‘Worst we’ve known’: UK turns to imports as drought and heat hit vegetable crops
UK vegetable growers face severe drought and heat stress, forcing supermarkets and restaurants to source lettuce and broccoli from Spain as wholesale prices surge and yields decline significantly.
UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began
UK petrol prices have reached their highest level since the Iran war began in February, averaging 160p per litre as the conflict disrupts Middle Eastern oil supplies.
Wealth managers face a new challenger: Their clients’ AI chatbots
Wealthy clients increasingly consult AI chatbots for financial advice alongside traditional advisors, prompting wealth management firms to reconsider their value proposition and service delivery models.
Turn failing water firms into not-for-profit cooperatives, MPs and mayors tell PM
MPs and mayors propose converting failing water companies into not-for-profit cooperatives as an alternative to nationalization, citing concerns over government debt while maintaining public control.
To keep growing, incoming Best Buy CEO says he first wants to go smaller
Incoming Best Buy CEO Jason Bonfig plans to expand the retailer’s reach by opening smaller stores ranging from 12,000 to 15,000 square feet in markets unable to support traditional locations.
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Here’s the problem with putting an AI image generator in Google Earth
Google rolled back an AI image generator feature in Google Earth that allowed users to create realistic-looking altered images of real locations, raising concerns about potential misinformation spread.
T-Mobile moving tens of thousands of virtual machines off VMware amid lawsuit
T-Mobile is suing Broadcom in New York court, claiming the company must continue supporting its perpetual VMware licenses after acquiring the software vendor.
ABC demands FCC drop its ‘punitive’ early license renewal of its stations
ABC filed opposition to the FCC’s early license renewal order, calling it punitive retaliation for content disfavored by the administration and warning it signals threat to press freedom nationwide.
Xbox CEO lays out priorities in memo after major ‘reset’
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined priorities to return the division to growth by mid-2027 following recent restructuring that included layoffs and studio spinoffs.
Teen hackers tell BBC how police are helping them use their skills for good
Police in the UK are redirecting teenage hackers toward legitimate cyber-security careers through the Cyber Choices programme, which has handled over 1,150 referrals in eight years as youth hacking involvement in major attacks increases.
AI labels to be compulsory on authentic-looking content under EU rules
Starting August 2, the EU requires companies to label AI-generated images, audio, and text designed to appear authentic, with penalties up to €15 million for non-compliance.
Newly discovered PamStealer isn’t your typical macOS malware
Security researchers discovered PamStealer, a previously unknown macOS malware that uses AppleScript and Rust-based code to steal credentials through a fake clipboard manager application.
Hackers can use 9 of the most popular AI tools to assemble massive botnets
Researchers discovered a new attack called HalluSquatting that exploits AI coding assistants’ inability to correctly identify resource locations, potentially enabling attackers to assemble massive botnets and conduct large-scale cyberattacks.
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Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrade costs could reach £90bn in the 2030s, 50% higher than earlier estimates, as the government accelerates its clean energy transition plans.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A Polish billionaire’s consortium plans to invest £35bn in building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, aiming to power approximately 8 million homes for over 60 years starting in 2034.
North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
North Sea oil industry groups urge incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters, framing the initiative as supporting manufacturing and energy security alongside renewable energy transition.
European gas prices surge amid fears US-Iran war will cause winter shortages
European gas prices hit four-month highs as Middle East tensions threaten winter supply, with concerns about reduced liquefied natural gas exports from Qatar affecting storage levels across the continent.
First-of-Its-Kind Research Examines the Factors Accelerating — and Stalling — Solar Progress in California
A new study finds that California utility-scale solar projects face shorter permitting timelines when built on previously developed lands compared to undisturbed natural areas, with Williamson Act farmland presenting additional delays.
Tesla & ContourGlobal Sign Long-Term Power Agreement Covering 1 Terawatt-Hour/Year for Sterling Renewable Project
ContourGlobal has signed a major long-term power agreement with Tesla covering approximately 1 terawatt-hour annually from Project Sterling, a large hybrid solar and battery storage facility in Arizona.
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It’s official: Data centers are slowing America’s shift away from coal
The expansion of data centers for artificial intelligence has driven a 4 percent increase in U.S. power sector carbon emissions, reversing decades of decline and extending the life of aging coal plants.
Hotter summers may force RHS to move hydrangeas to north of England
The Royal Horticultural Society may relocate its hydrangea collection from southern England to northern gardens as hotter summers threaten the popular flowering shrub’s survival in the south.
Education In The News
Campus Cuts Hit Even Wealthy Institutions
Colleges nationwide, including Harvard, conducted widespread layoffs last month due to declining international enrollment and state funding pressures, affecting both prestigious and less affluent institutions.
Barriers Block Aid for Student Parents
A new analysis finds administrative barriers are preventing many eligible student parents in California from accessing the Students with Dependent Children Award, with only 29 percent of applicants ultimately receiving the supplemental aid.
Detentions of International Scholars at Airports Raise Alarm
Federal immigration agents detained multiple international scholars at U.S. airports, including a Johns Hopkins researcher, sparking concerns among academics about travel risks.
AI Detectors Are Out, New Approaches Are In
Universities are abandoning AI detection tools due to unreliability and false positives, instead redesigning coursework to prevent cheating and promote authentic student learning.
61 Percent of Colleges Have Met Their Enrollment Goals for Fall 2026
A Niche survey found 61 percent of colleges anticipate meeting fall 2026 enrollment goals, though only 50 percent of small institutions express confidence in achieving targets.
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