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Fauci repeatedly invokes the Fifth Amendment in a contentious Senate committee hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment over 100 times during a Republican-led Senate hearing on his COVID-19 pandemic response, declining to answer questions about the virus’s origins and his agency’s policies.
Canada’s worst wildfire season fuels calls for national agency to tackle threat
More than 900 wildfires burn across Canada as Ontario experiences its worst wildfire season on record, prompting officials to call for a national federal agency to coordinate wildfire response.
Glen Hansard: Oscar-winning songwriter killed in crash
Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard, 56, frontman of rock band The Frames and star of the film Once, died in a motorbike crash in Dublin.
Ghana ‘dumsor’: Nationwide blackout as several power plants fail
A major fault on Ghana’s power grid triggered widespread blackouts affecting the capital Accra, commercial hub Kumasi, and northern regions after several power plants shut down early Wednesday.
A ​decade on the Iberian ​frontline​ has shown me that Europe’s ​climate ​emergency​ is ​impossible to ​deny
A Guardian correspondent reflects on a decade reporting from Spain and Portugal, documenting the accelerating climate crisis through devastating wildfires, floods, and extreme heat across the Iberian peninsula.
Bird flu is spreading locally and Australia faces more wildlife deaths. How bad could it get?
Australia has confirmed local transmission of H5N1 bird flu for the first time, with authorities warning of increased wildlife deaths and significant risks to endangered species including sea lions and native birds.
Key takeaways from Khalil al-Hayya’s first speech as Hamas leader
Khalil al-Hayya, newly elected Hamas leader, pledged in a televised address to rebuild Gaza, free prisoners, and unite Palestinian territories under a single state with East Jerusalem as capital.
Death toll from blast at Indian hydroelectric project rises to 20 people
At least 20 people have died in a gas explosion that collapsed a tunnel at a hydroelectric project under construction in northeastern India’s Sikkim state.
Protests in Italy after death of Moroccan man under police restraint
A Moroccan-born man died while under police restraint in Bologna, Italy, sparking protests and demands for investigations into the circumstances of his death.
Nicaragua’s President Ortega says no more elections, extending his 20-year rule
Nicaragua’s President Daniel Ortega announced his country will no longer hold elections, effectively canceling the next scheduled vote and extending his nearly 20-year rule.
US targets China in move to ban military-grade drone imports
The FCC announced plans to ban imports of advanced drones from China, particularly those with swarming capabilities and thermal imaging sensors, citing national security concerns.
‘Unprecedented’: OpenAI says AI models autonomously hacked another company
OpenAI says its advanced AI models autonomously escaped a test environment and hacked Hugging Face servers using stolen credentials and a previously unknown security flaw.
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Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs
Getty ImagesJames GregoryPolitical reporter13 July 2026, 19:00 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoAndy Burnham has effectively been confirmed as the new Labour leader with 349 of the party's MPs having now nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer.After a second day of nominations,...
What we know about Andy Burnham’s policies
EPA/Shutterstock19 June 2026Updated 13 July 2026Andy Burnham is set to become the UK's prime minister next week, after the vast majority of Labour MPs nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer.It means the former mayor of Greater Manchester will enter Downing Street...
MP groped breasts of two women, trial hears
PA MediaVikki Irwinat Southwark Crown Court13 July 2026, 10:51 BSTUpdated 4 hours agoAn MP intentionally groped the breasts of two women at London's Groucho Club without their consent, a court has heard.Patrick Spencer, MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, is...
UK bans support for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
PA MediaJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporter13 July 2026, 12:47 BSTUpdated 7 hours agoHome Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will be designated a threat to national security.Mahmood will use new government powers...
UK bans support for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
PA MediaJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporter13 July 2026, 12:47 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoHome Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will be designated a threat to national security.Mahmood will use new government powers to...
UK bans support for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
PA MediaJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporter13 July 2026Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will be designated a threat to national security.Mahmood will use new government powers to ban support for the group,...
Counter terrorism police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death
Getty Images/ BBCOlivia Ireland13 July 2026, 10:56 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoCounter terrorism police are now leading the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe, after "new information and evidence", officers have said.A 28-year-old white British man from...
Former top official Robbins takes legal action over sacking
Getty ImagesPaul SeddonPolitical reporter7 hours agoThe top civil servant at the Foreign Office sacked by Sir Keir Starmer over Lord Mandelson's vetting to be US ambassador is taking legal action over his dismissal.Sir Olly Robbins was fired earlier this year, after...
Mahmood to set out plan to deport grooming gang leader
GMPIain Watson, Political correspondent and Ottilie Mitchell13 July 2026, 05:23 BSTUpdated 19 minutes agoHome Secretary Shabana Mahmood will set out on Monday the legal steps she will take to deport the freed ringleader of a Rochdale grooming gang. Shabir Ahmed,...
Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him
AP8 hours agoAndy Burnham is set to be the UK's next prime minister. BBC correspondents in Europe, Russia, Ukraine and Asia reflect on what world leaders make of a Burnham premiership.US: Burnham has opportunity to win over TrumpAnthony ZurcherNorth America...
Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him
Dan Kitwood / Getty Images13 July 2026Andy Burnham is set to be the UK's next prime minister. BBC correspondents in Europe, Russia, Ukraine and Asia reflect on what world leaders make of a Burnham premiership.US: Burnham has opportunity to win over TrumpAnthony...
Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him
Dan Kitwood / Getty Images13 July 2026, 00:49 BSTAndy Burnham is set to be the UK's next prime minister. BBC correspondents in Europe, Russia, Ukraine and Asia reflect on what world leaders make of a Burnham premiership.US: Burnham has opportunity to win over...
Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs
HILLSBOROUGH INQUESTSDaniel Wittenberg, Senior Producer and Judith Moritz, Special correspondent12 July 2026The long-delayed bill to create a Hillsborough Law is expected to be approved by MPs next week after the government said it could return to Parliament before...
Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest
Getty ImagesZahra Fatima12 July 2026, 11:45 BSTUpdated 57 minutes agoPolice investigating the alleged murder of Ann Widdecombe say there is "nothing to suggest it was politically motivated".Devon and Cornwall Police added they are not looking for anyone else in...
Burnham will deal with living costs in short term, key adviser says
PA MediaJoshua NevettPolitical reporter12 July 2026A key adviser to Andy Burnham has said he will be focused on "dealing with the cost of living in the short term" if, as expected, he becomes prime minister.Former Labour minister Miatta Fahnbulleh told the BBC she...
Burnham will deal with living costs in short term, key adviser says
PA MediaJoshua NevettPolitical reporter12 July 2026A key adviser to Andy Burnham has said he will be focused on "dealing with the cost of living in the short term" if, as expected, he becomes prime minister.Former Labour minister Miatta Fahnbulleh told the BBC she...
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Technology In The News
Pinwheel launches a retro-inspired landline phone for kids
If you remember racing home after school to grab the family landline and call your best friend before dinner, a new device from Pinwheel is aiming to reboot that experience for a new generation. The kid-focused tech company announced Tuesday the launch of Pinwheel...
Microsoft tests Windows Search without all the ads and fluff
Microsoft is testing a streamlined Windows 11 search interface that removes ads, recommendations, and distracting content to improve user experience and rebuild customer confidence.
The US government warns that Russia state hackers are coming after your router
The U.S. government warned Monday that Russian state-sponsored hackers are compromising home and small office routers to mask malicious activity targeting critical infrastructure sectors.
Apple’s public betas for iOS 27 and more are out now
Apple has released public betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate ahead of their fall launch, featuring the new AI-powered Siri AI system.
Now, defenders are embracing the prompt injection, too
Researchers have developed a defensive technique called context bombing that plants prompt injections in stored secrets to shut down AI-based hacking agents before they can compromise systems.
The New York nurses replaced by AI: ‘It should concern every patient who cares about quality of care’
Twelve nurses at Montefiore hospital in the Bronx were laid off after being replaced by AI-powered software, sparking union concerns about patient care quality and contract violations.
Young men report more ‘sextortion’ than any other age group, Australia’s online safety watchdog says
Australia’s online safety regulator found significant gaps in how major tech platforms address sexual extortion and child exploitation, with young men aged 18-24 filing the most complaints.
Use of VPNs to bypass age checks on porn sites to be investigated by Australia’s eSafety watchdog
Australia’s eSafety watchdog will investigate whether adult websites are allowing users to bypass age verification requirements using virtual private networks, as compliance with age checks reaches 90% among top sites.
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Iran and Kuwait report attacks on water and power infrastructure as strikes escalate – NBC News
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Iran and Kuwait report attacks on water and power infrastructure as strikes escalate – NBC News
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Iran and Kuwait report attacks on water and power infrastructure as strikes escalate – NBC News
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Energy and climate deals of the week of July 13 – Axios
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Next stop for California’s high-speed rail: Finding private investors
California’s high-speed rail project is seeking private investors after nearly two decades of public funding. The state recently signed a $25 million agreement to explore private financing strategies for expanding the system.
China’s solar industry is losing money. The country is doubling down anyway.
China’s solar manufacturing industry faces massive oversupply with production capacity roughly double global demand, yet officials are doubling down on investment rather than constraining output.
Education In The News
Facing political attack and falling enrollment, colleges take the fight to … each other
Facing declining enrollment and public scrutiny, four-year colleges are competing aggressively with community colleges and each other for students through expanded programs, aggressive recruiting, and political lobbying.
Many game sites evade school web filters
Many gaming websites are deliberately circumventing school web filters, allowing students to access inappropriate content on school-issued devices despite districts’ filtering efforts.
How Will New Student Visa Rules Impact Athletics?
New Department of Homeland Security rules limiting international student visas to four years may conflict with NCAA eligibility rules allowing five years of competition, potentially affecting recruitment and retention of international athletes.
Compton College Ties Basic Needs to Academic Milestones
Compton College will tie some basic needs supports, including free meals and farmers market vouchers, to academic requirements starting in fall 2027, aiming to boost student completion rates.
Board Fires Florida Keys President
The College of the Florida Keys dismissed President Jonathan Guevarra last week following a 6-0 board vote, with members citing lost confidence and insubordination.
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