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Businessman was ‘preparing champagne’ to celebrate Caruana Galizia murder, court hears
A businessman accused of hiring hitmen to kill journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia allegedly texted from his boat that he was “preparing champagne” to celebrate the murder, a Maltese court heard.
Plaintiff Trump gets reprieve from an order to disclose his finances in BBC case — but only for now
A federal judge in Florida temporarily halted an order requiring President Trump to disclose financial details in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, pending review of an amended complaint.
Lack of broadband service, funding gives rise to telehealth services in rural clinics
Rural clinics in Texas are leveraging telehealth technology deployed in shipping containers to deliver medical services to underserved communities lacking broadband access and healthcare providers.
Fired federal prosecutor sues Justice Department
A fired federal prosecutor sued the Justice Department, claiming his termination violated his First Amendment rights after a conservative commentator publicized his years-old blog criticizing Trump.
Australia grants citizenship to 2 Iranian women’s soccer players who sought asylum
Two Iranian women’s soccer players granted Australian citizenship after seeking asylum in March. They now play for Brisbane Roar in Australia’s A-League Women’s competition.
‘Morocco feels emboldened’: Trump’s influence in spotlight after Ceuta disaster
Morocco’s relationship with the Trump administration faces scrutiny following a massive border crossing into Spanish territory, with analysts questioning what role Rabat may have played in the incident.
Livestreamer’s murder raises questions over relations between Mexico’s creators and cartels
A young Mexican influencer was fatally shot while livestreaming in Sinaloa state, prompting scrutiny of content creators’ connections to criminal cartels operating in the violence-plagued region.
India-Bangladesh relations hit new low over exiled PM’s speech to press in Delhi
Bangladesh condemned India for permitting exiled PM Sheikh Hasina to address journalists in New Delhi, with Hasina vowing to return despite facing a death sentence for crimes against humanity.
Iran aims to ban U.S. and Israeli ships from Strait of Hormuz and charge others a toll
Iran’s parliament is reviewing a proposal to ban U.S. and Israeli vessels from the Strait of Hormuz and levy tolls on other commercial ships transiting the critical waterway.
Trump again limits US birthright citizenship with new executive orders
President Trump signed two executive orders Thursday to restrict birthright citizenship for children of non-citizens and ban birth tourism, weeks after the Supreme Court rejected his earlier attempt to eliminate the constitutional right.
‘No red line’: South Lebanon residents outraged as Israel resumes strikes
Israel has resumed military strikes in southern Lebanon and issued forced evacuation orders, with residents expressing anger as ongoing ceasefire negotiations continue between Lebanese and Israeli officials.
Doge overstated claims to have saved Americans $110bn, watchdog finds
A government watchdog found that the Department of Government Efficiency overstated savings claims, with many lacking supporting evidence or relying on unverifiable calculation methods.
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New Mexico sues justice department for ‘stonewalling’ Epstein investigation
New Mexico sued the Department of Justice on Wednesday, alleging it has obstructed the state’s criminal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s activities at a ranch property south of Santa Fe.
Michigan nominates first trans woman for state legislature
Joanna Whaley, a former megachurch pastor, won a Democratic primary in Michigan on Tuesday, becoming the first transgender woman nominated for the state legislature in the state.
No evidence? No problem. Trump pushes ahead on false claims that Reflecting Pool was vandalized
President Trump claims the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was vandalized, but the U.S. attorney for D.C. dropped charges against a suspect, stating damage resulted from poor construction work instead.
Crews remove the granite seal on the White House helipad, signaling potential project delays
Construction crews dismantled the granite presidential seal from the White House helipad under construction, suggesting potential project delays, though officials characterized the work as part of ongoing improvements.
US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum
The US State Department plans to close five foreign consulates across Asia, Africa, and North America, with critics warning China could exploit the resulting diplomatic gaps in some regions.
Contractors building border wall ordered to stop drilling wells in drought-stricken New Mexico
The Trump administration ordered border wall construction crews to stop drilling wells in New Mexico after ranchers warned that groundwater extraction for concrete could threaten livestock during drought conditions.
Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general clears critical hurdle after deal with GOP holdouts
Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general advanced past a Senate committee vote after a deal with Republican holdouts addressed concerns about a compensation fund for Trump allies.
Trump is making a rare Western trip to to raise cash for Republicans and talk about the economy
President Trump is visiting California and Nevada to raise funds for Republicans and highlight economic and security contrasts with Democrats ahead of November congressional elections.
Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate funds
A federal appeals court ruled the Trump administration improperly terminated billions in clean energy funds, handing a victory to nonprofits managing the program despite the decision being temporarily held pending potential Supreme Court intervention.
Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence
Jay Clayton was sworn in as US director of national intelligence following a contentious Senate confirmation hearing where he declined to acknowledge that Donald Trump lost the 2020 election.
Data center approvals in Texas halted until audits completed, Gov. Greg Abbott says
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on data center approvals pending regulatory audits of facilities seeking grid connection, citing insufficient public information about their operations and impacts.
Lawyers in Reflecting Pool case say Justice Department knew case was flawed
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro moved to dismiss charges against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying newly produced evidence showed he was not responsible for the damage.
El-Sayed holds narrow lead in Michigan Senate primary but race too close to call
Abdul El-Sayed held a narrow lead over Congresswoman Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, with the race remaining too close to call as ballots continued counting early Wednesday.
Trump administration has refunded 60% of $165bn taken in illegal tariffs
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion, or 60% of $165 billion collected from tariffs that the US Supreme Court ruled illegal, according to customs officials.
Progressives and moderate Democrats both see wins in primary races while Trump flexes power over GOP
Primary elections across five states showed mixed results for Democrats and victories for Trump-endorsed Republican candidates, while ballot initiatives in Missouri and Kansas rejected Republican-backed proposals.
Michigan Democrats pick between moderate and progressive in high-profile Senate primary
Michigan Democrats voted in a Senate primary between moderate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed, with the winner facing Republican Mike Rogers in November.
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New era for Gibraltar with removal of border controls with Spain
Gibraltar and Spain are scheduled to remove border controls on July 15, ending decades of frontier restrictions and allowing free movement between the British territory and the EU following Brexit negotiations.
India wants to cuts its reliance on overseas strawberry varieties
India seeks to reduce dependence on imported strawberry varieties by developing domestic cultivars through gamma irradiation breeding and advancing cultivation technologies in its primary growing region.
FIFA tests the limits of private equity in sports with World Cup subsidiary sale
FIFA’s plan to sell a minority stake in a World Cup subsidiary to private equity investors faces strong opposition from European and North American soccer governing bodies over concerns about outside influence.
ECB official warns climate crisis poses growing threat to ‘core financial stability’
An ECB official warns that climate change and ecosystem collapse pose growing risks to financial stability, as the central bank intensifies monitoring of nature-related financial hazards affecting European banks.
Apple issues new challenge against UK order for access to private user data
Apple has launched a new legal challenge against a UK government demand for backdoor access to encrypted user data, continuing a dispute that began in early 2025.
Campaigners denied appeal against Gatwick Airport expansion
Campaigners opposed to Gatwick Airport’s two-runway expansion plan have failed in their bid to appeal a government approval decision to the Court of Appeal.
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Telegram CEO says an extortionist planted CSAM in a chat to get it pulled from the App Store
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov claims an extortionist planted illegal content in a public chat to get the app removed from Apple’s App Store, then used the removal as leverage for ransom demands.
Could tech replace firefighters in the battle against wildfires?
Wildfires across France, Spain and Portugal have killed four firefighters and injured 150 others. While AI-powered detection systems are improving emergency response times, technology cannot yet replace ground crews needed to extinguish flames.
SpaceX is coming for T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon
SpaceX plans to build a terrestrial mobile network to compete with T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon, leveraging spectrum acquired from EchoStar and satellite technology.
Elon Musk’s X latest to block Saudi dissident accounts inside kingdom
X has blocked over 60 accounts of Saudi dissidents through geoblocking, preventing users inside the kingdom from viewing their content following orders from Saudi authorities.
Texas says data centers must pass an audit before connecting to the grid
Texas directed regulators to audit data center proposals before grid connections, requiring disclosure of incentives, power needs, water consumption, and community impact assessments.
AI labels to be compulsory on authentic-looking content under EU rules
The EU is implementing mandatory labeling requirements for artificially generated content starting 2 August, requiring AI-created images, audio, and text designed to appear authentic be clearly marked and digitally watermarked.
Apple launches legal challenge against UK government demand to access data
Apple has filed a legal challenge against a UK government demand for access to encrypted customer data, marking the second such dispute following a previous request that was withdrawn last year.
Samsung’s discounted smart monitor is $349.99, its lowest price yet
Samsung’s 32-inch M80F smart monitor, combining TV and computer display features, is currently priced at $349.99, marking its lowest cost to date.
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Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrades for the 2030s could cost nearly £90bn, 50% higher than previous estimates, according to the energy system operator’s updated forecast.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A billionaire-led consortium plans to invest £35bn in building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, with potential power generation beginning in 2034.
Great Britain’s grid operator issues fresh warning over power supplies in heatwave
Great Britain’s grid operator warns extreme temperatures Thursday night could strain power supplies as the UK experiences its third heatwave, prompting calls for additional electricity generation capacity.
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, arguing it supports manufacturing and energy security alongside renewable energy transition.
Health, Labor, Civil Rights Groups Warn State’s Proposed Air Pollution Permit for Hyundai Steel Mill Will Harm Community, Worker Health
Environmental and labor groups warn that Louisiana’s proposed air permit for a Hyundai steel mill fails to adequately restrict pollution, risking community and worker health in an area already designated as Cancer Alley.
BP’s New Boss Has a Message for Britain
BP’s new CEO Meg O’Neill is reshaping the oil giant away from green energy investments, pulling out of the North Sea and divesting from biogas operations to refocus on traditional energy production.
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Factcheck: No, Europe is not having its ‘quietest’ year for wildfires
Claims that Europe is experiencing its quietest wildfire year in 2026 are misleading, as data include Russia’s vast territories where fire activity is below average, obscuring exceptional fire seasons in France and Spain.
Correcting climate ‘misperceptions’ may not boost climate action
New research finds that correcting public misperceptions about climate action support does not automatically increase individual engagement in climate-friendly behaviors, challenging previous assumptions about boosting climate action.
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States Wrestle With Data and Program Tweaks to Access Workforce Pell
States grapple with data systems and program design challenges as Workforce Pell, enabling low-income students to use federal grants for nondegree credentials, officially launches with strict qualification requirements.
Will a Data Center Bring Risk or Reward to Fisk?
Fisk University proposes a $400 million data center as part of a $900 million development plan to ensure financial stability, but faces significant community opposition over environmental and equity concerns.
Some Schools Stop Free Meals for All as SNAP Enrollment Falls
Miami-Dade and other major school districts are ending universal free meals for students after declining enrollment in federal assistance programs makes them ineligible for a federal reimbursement program.
Deepfakes Are Supercharging Cyberbullying. How Should Schools Respond?
Schools nationwide are grappling with AI-generated deepfakes created by students, with educators implementing updated policies, clearer disciplinary measures, and support systems for victims while engaging parents and law enforcement.
Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England
Private schools in England have 41% more tree cover than state schools, with disadvantaged areas having significantly less shade during extreme heat events.
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