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4 stabbed in central London in what police believe was a mental health incident
Four men were stabbed in London’s Covent Garden area on Wednesday afternoon. A 47-year-old woman was arrested, and police indicated the incident appeared to be mental health-related.
UN rights chief alarmed by rise in Iran executions since March
UN human rights chief Volker Türk expressed alarm over rising executions in Iran, citing at least 56 people executed on national security charges since March, including those linked to anti-government protests.
It’s official: A dormant prison in rural Minnesota will become an ICE detention center
CoreCivic has finalized a five-year federal contract to reopen a shuttered prison in rural Minnesota as an immigration detention facility, with an estimated annual value of $75 million.
South Africa plans new rules on ex-leaders’ foreign trips after Zuma’s visit to India
South Africa’s foreign minister recommends new protocols for former heads of state’s international travel following ex-President Jacob Zuma’s controversial visit to India last month.
Trump overhaul could gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules
The Trump administration is planning significant changes to Head Start that would replace detailed federal regulations with minimal standards, delegating most requirements to states and local governments.
Afghanistan’s child deaths are rising as food distributions face cuts, UN says
Child malnutrition has reached critical levels in a third of Afghanistan’s provinces, with the UN warning that food distribution cuts will worsen the crisis and increase child mortality rates.
Israel election pressure fuels settlement push as West Bank violence surges
Israel’s settler movement has intensified West Bank activity ahead of October elections, with the UN reporting attacks and illegal settlements at record highs amid surging violence.
‘Maximum use’: Iran boosts military strength during ceasefire with US
Iran’s military says it has intensified efforts to boost weapons production during ceasefire talks, preparing to resume conflict if negotiations fail, while regional tensions persist through proxy attacks.
DOJ sends monitors to Michigan poll sites as lawmakers warn of partisan aim
The DOJ deployed federal monitors to four Michigan cities during the state’s primary election, drawing concerns from Democratic lawmakers about potential partisan use under the Trump administration.
Red Cross urges international aid as Sudan crisis deepens
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies urges increased international aid for Sudan, stating humanitarian needs are escalating amid an ongoing conflict between military and paramilitary forces.
The real reason child vaccination rates are falling
Childhood vaccination rates across Britain have fallen significantly over the past 15 years, dropping from 89% to 81% for four-in-one jabs and from 88% to 84% for MMR doses.
Artificial intelligence: Why firms are struggling to set prices
Major technology firms face challenges pricing AI services due to unpredictable token consumption, fluctuating costs, and difficulty forecasting usage patterns for customers over multi-year contracts.
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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.
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.
Democratic candidates grapple with past stances on defunding the police ahead of key midterm races
Democratic candidates nationwide are addressing previous positions supporting police defunding, a stance from 2020 protests that party leaders worry could damage midterm election prospects.
Top Democrats accuse Republicans of becoming ‘gelatinous blobs’ on Iran war
Senior Democrats accused Republicans of abdicating congressional authority on war powers, describing them as unwilling to challenge Trump’s military operations against Iran.
Immigration crackdown threatens Haitian caregivers and the seniors who rely on them
A Supreme Court ruling allowing the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of immigrants threatens to disrupt care for elderly and disabled Americans who rely on these workers.
Loss of work authorization sows confusion for thousands of Haitian immigrants and their US employers
Thousands of Haitian immigrants lost work authorization after the Trump administration ended Temporary Protected Status, creating confusion for employers and workers across industries including hospitality and healthcare.
How views on Trump’s handling of Iran have shifted, according to a new AP-NORC poll
A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans disapprove of the Iran war, with President Trump’s approval rating on the conflict falling to 28% as support declines even among Republicans.
Let them eat SUVs: Trump White House orders fleet of luxury cars as Americans struggle
The White House announced orders for 250 Cadillac Escalades costing over $22 million as Americans face rising gas prices, mortgage rates, and economic strain from an ongoing Iran conflict.
Mayor of St Paul reportedly under investigation for sexual harassment
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her faces a sexual harassment investigation initiated by the police chief through an outside law firm contracted by city leaders.
Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump’s CDC director
A Senate committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination as CDC director, with supporters saying she can withstand political pressure while critics worry about her commitment to scientific independence.
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New era for Gibraltar with removal of border controls with Spain
Gibraltar is scheduled to remove border controls with Spain on July 15, ending decades of frontier restrictions and allowing free movement between the British territory and the EU.
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.
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Allstate accuses Broadcom of auditing it because it quit VMware, CA
Allstate Insurance has accused Broadcom of initiating audits in retaliation for ending its VMware and CA Technologies contracts, leading to ongoing litigation between the parties.
Now, even Russia’s most elite hackers are using Clickfix to infect devices
Russia’s GRU-affiliated Sandworm hacking group has begun using Clickfix, a social-engineering technique that tricks users into running malicious scripts, to target Ukrainian organizations.
HP fined 1.4 billion rupees for “cartelization” of ink cartridges, toner, PCs
India’s Competition Commission fined HP India and partners 1.4 billion rupees for colluding to inflate prices of computers, ink cartridges, and toner in government contracts and retail sales.
Misleading AI-generated doctors pose ‘huge danger to public safety’
AI-generated doctors spreading dubious health advice on TikTok pose a significant public safety risk, according to medical experts and research showing these accounts accumulate millions of views with false medical claims.
Raids across UK in crackdown on nuisance car finance texts
UK authorities executed search warrants at companies in five cities, seizing devices and documents as part of a crackdown on firms sending unsolicited text messages about car finance compensation claims.
Xbox tech boss says ‘unacceptable’ outage should not have affected disc games
Xbox’s technology chief acknowledged an “unacceptable” outage Monday that prevented some players from accessing disc-based games, citing a licensing verification failure.
The second time probably won’t help this charm.
AI pendant company Friend relaunched its product with added speaker functionality and doubled the price to $249, alongside a new $10 monthly subscription service.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold design leaks ahead of Google launch event
Design renders of Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 Pro Fold suggest a foldable phone with minimal changes from the previous model, featuring an 8-inch inner display and redesigned camera array.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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The Controversial Space Mirrors Designed to Boost Solar Power
California-based Reflect Orbital received FCC approval to test a satellite with an 18-metre mirror designed to reflect sunlight to Earth for solar power and nighttime illumination, though scientists oppose it over environmental concerns.
AI’s Electricity Demand Is Not the Real Problem. Its Inflexibility Is
Artificial intelligence’s challenge is not electricity supply but inflexibility, as massive data centers arrive in specific locations on compressed timelines that outpace grid infrastructure development.
Oil prices fall as US pauses strikes on Iran over strait of Hormuz
Oil prices fell sharply after the US paused military strikes on Iran, with Brent crude dropping from over $100 to below $88 per barrel as traders bet on reduced escalation risks.
Finland’s Sand Battery Cuts Emissions 70% Without a Single Rare Earth
Finland commissioned the world’s largest sand battery in a small town, reducing heating emissions by 70% without rare earth materials, offering an alternative to lithium-ion storage.
Op-Ed: Is Indonesia’s Bid For The Philippines’ Largest Geothermal Company Really About Geothermal?
Indonesian billionaire Prajogo Pangestu made an unsolicited bid exceeding $5 billion for the Philippines’ largest geothermal company, raising questions about regional energy integration and control of strategic assets.
Zambia’s Government Delivers On Its Promise To Ramp Up Electricity Generation Capacity, With Solar Playing A Key Role
Zambia has deployed 500 MW of utility-scale solar capacity over the past three years and targets 1,000 MW by year-end, advancing its plan to increase total generation capacity from 4.5 GW to 10 GW.
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How the UK’s extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
The UK’s intensifying heatwaves are forcing a reassessment of cooling strategies, with debate intensifying over whether air conditioning should be embraced despite environmental and equity concerns.
‘Grey lump with orange wings’: hummingbird hawk-moths descend on UK gardens
Hummingbird hawk-moths, migratory insects from southern Europe and north Africa, have been spotted in unusually high numbers across UK gardens this summer, surprising many residents unaware of the species.
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U. of Alaska Plans to End Out-of-State Tuition Rates
The University of Alaska system’s Board of Regents voted to eliminate out-of-state tuition rates pending final approval, aiming to attract more students nationally starting in the 2027–28 academic year.
Cassidy Eyes Final Push to Pass College Transparency Act
Senator Bill Cassidy is making a final push to pass his College Transparency Act, which would allow federal data collection on student outcomes after graduation, before leaving office in five months.
UMich College Shifts to P/NC Grading for First-Year Students
University of Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts will implement pass/no credit grading for first-year students’ first semester starting in fall 2027 to reduce academic pressure and support mental health.
How HBCUs Help Students Find Their Way Back to College
A five-year coaching initiative across 39 HBCUs boosted student persistence and re-enrollment rates, with stopped-out students returning at 2.5 times the national average during the program period.
Texas A&M Faculty Sue Over Course Review That Censored Plato
Texas A&M faculty sued their university this week over a policy requiring presidential approval for courses addressing race, gender ideology, or sexual orientation, arguing it violates First Amendment rights.
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