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The Chinese graduate accused of becoming Mexico’s ‘fentanyl king’
A Chinese university graduate accused of being the ‘fentanyl king’ orchestrated the supply of precursor chemicals from China to Mexican cartels. Zhang Zhidong was arrested in Mexico in 2024, escaped, and was extradited to the US in 2025 to face trafficking charges.
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 between the British territory and neighboring La Línea de la Concepción.
US Senator Mitch McConnell says absence due to fall and pneumonia
Senator Mitch McConnell attributed his recent hospitalization to a fall and mild pneumonia, confirming he is recovering at a rehabilitation center and will return to the Senate when his doctors approve.
Gianni Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
FIFA leadership indicates a 64-team World Cup format will be evaluated following the 2026 tournament, with support from some regions but opposition from European and Asian football officials.
South Africa says 53,000 foreigners deported in campaign
South Africa reports 53,000 foreign nationals deported or repatriated in five weeks following anti-immigration protests demanding stricter border controls and mass deportations.
Former Spanish PM accused of racism in remarks about French football team
Former Spanish PM Mariano Rajoy faces racism accusations after writing that France’s national football team “does not have any French players,” drawing condemnation from French and Spanish officials.
Toronto police looking for suspects after deadly shooting at festival
At least two people died and four others were injured in a shooting at a Toronto Latin culture festival on Saturday night. Police recovered two firearms and say gunfire was exchanged between individuals at the crowded event.
Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Argentina advanced to the World Cup semifinals after defeating Switzerland 3-1 in a quarterfinal match, with Julian Alvarez scoring the decisive goal in the 112th minute.
Three Palestinians killed, 15 wounded in Israeli attacks across Gaza
At least three Palestinians were killed and 15 wounded in Israeli attacks across Gaza on Monday, as Israel continues to breach an October ceasefire agreement.
US judge voids Trump’s IRS settlement, alleges self-dealing
A federal judge has voided a $1.8 billion settlement between President Trump and the Department of Justice, ruling the agreement constituted unlawful self-dealing that violated constitutional requirements for civil litigation.
How Sheikh Hamad revolutionised Arab media through Al Jazeera
Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who founded Al Jazeera in 1996, has passed away. The network revolutionized Arab media by challenging Western news dominance and promoting press freedom.
EU sanctions nine people over alleged Russian cyber-spying campaign
The EU sanctioned Russian military officers and hackers over an alleged years-long cyber-espionage campaign targeting at least nine member states, with Germany summoning the Russian ambassador in response.
Hamas denies UN accusations over Gaza aid distribution interference
A UN official accused Hamas of obstructing humanitarian aid distribution in Gaza and endangering workers, allegations the Palestinian group denied as a law enforcement operation.
March to July: What’s different as US-Iran fighting escalates again?
The US and Iran have resumed military attacks after their April ceasefire collapsed, with escalating strikes around the Strait of Hormuz and regional disputes, though both sides continue diplomatic discussions.
Zaghari-Ratcliffe condemns Iran’s ‘cruel’ rearrest of wildlife activist couple
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has condemned the rearrest of two Iranian environmentalists, describing the detention as “unimaginably cruel and alarming” and expressing concern for their wellbeing.
More than 16,000 refugees unable to reunite with families in UK, says Refugee Council
Over 16,000 refugees have been unable to reunite with families in the UK since the government suspended the refugee family reunion route last September, according to the Refugee Council.
The SpaceX IPO made history. One month on has it lost momentum?
SpaceX shares surged on their June debut but have since declined roughly 18% from their opening day high, as investor enthusiasm appears to have shifted following the company’s public listing.
Swedish MEP files police complaint accusing Danish colleague of racist hate speech
A Swedish MEP filed a police complaint against a Danish colleague over racist hate speech directed at her after she condemned far-right chants in parliament.
Mastermind of €88m Louvre heist thought they ‘could have taken more’
Two suspects in an €88m Louvre jewel heist told investigators the alleged mastermind was disappointed with the theft and believed more items could have been stolen from the museum last October.
Bombs, blood, ambushes – why football coaches train with the army
Football coaches pursuing elite Uefa Pro Licence qualifications undergo intensive military-style training exercises in Herefordshire, including scenarios involving explosions, ambushes, and high-pressure decision-making.
EU chief pledges social media ban to protect children from ‘predatory algorithms’
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged an EU-wide social media ban for children under 13, citing concerns about predatory algorithms and child safety online.
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Clive Palmer’s Waratah Coal Applies for Mining Lease Despite Environmental Concerns and Misgovernance Allegations
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