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Cuba’s power grid collapses again, triggering third blackout in 10 days
Cuba’s national power grid collapsed, causing the third nationwide blackout in less than 10 days and leaving approximately 10 million people without electricity.
Sudan faces escalating hunger crisis due to war and Hormuz disruption – WFP
Sudan faces a deepening hunger crisis driven by conflict, reduced aid funding, and global disruptions affecting agricultural costs, with over 100,000 people in famine-like conditions.
Bastille Day celebrations in France tempered by fear of more wildfires
France’s Bastille Day celebrations proceeded amid severe heatwaves and wildfires that forced cancellation of traditional events, while President Macron hosted international leaders in a military parade emphasizing Western unity and support for Ukraine.
Trump pays writer E Jean Carroll $5m in damages over sexual abuse and defamation
President Trump has paid writer E Jean Carroll over $5 million in damages following a civil verdict finding him liable for sexual abuse and defamation, her lawyers confirmed this week.
EU rejects Trump administration claims that ICC threatens US sovereignty
The EU has rejected Trump administration claims that the International Criminal Court threatens US sovereignty, reaffirming support for the tribunal after the US announced plans to systematically disable it.
Tyrannosaurus Rex most expensive dinosaur ever sold
A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil named Gus sold for £37.4m at Sotheby’s in New York, setting a record as the most expensive dinosaur ever auctioned.
Leading Houthi threatens ‘siege’ on Saudi Arabia after Yemen airport attack
A Houthi official threatened a “siege” on Saudi Arabia after an airport attack in Sanaa, signaling potential escalation in Yemen’s conflict and concerns over Red Sea shipping disruptions.
Young Germans opting out of military service as Berlin strives to boost army
Applications to refuse German military service on conscience grounds have surged this year, complicating Berlin’s efforts to build Europe’s strongest conventional army amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Church of England votes against plan to rewild 30% of its land by 2030
The Church of England rejected a proposal to rewild 30% of its land by 2030, instead adopting an amendment without measurable targets for nature restoration.
‘Country grows, we grow too’: 1 million migrants seek legal status in Spain
Spain has received over 1 million applications for legal status under a new regularisation scheme that began in April, contrasting with Europe’s growing anti-immigration stance.
Polish-Ukrainian solidarity over Russian threat undermined by bitter historical dispute
Polish-Ukrainian relations have sharply deteriorated over disputes surrounding Ukraine’s honoring of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, despite initial post-2022 solidarity during Russia’s invasion.
India v England: India’s women’s Test cricket win at Lord’s an ode to the country’s pioneering women cricketers
India’s women’s cricket team defeated England by 270 runs at Lord’s, marking the visiting team’s largest victory margin against England in women’s Tests and the first women’s Test ever played at the historic ground.
Tuesday briefing: The law that Hillsborough built – and the bitter final battle to get it through
A law criminalizing public bodies for misleading the public is expected to complete its final parliamentary stages after a decade-long campaign by Hillsborough families and other bereaved groups.
Why is India blocking film on a man who counted Punjab insurgency killings?
Indian authorities removed a film about a human rights activist killed during Punjab’s separatist insurgency from a streaming platform, citing security concerns after three years of censorship battles.
How US commerce secretary’s Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower
A British whistleblower discovered emails suggesting US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick failed to disclose business ties with financier Jeffrey Epstein, sharing findings with congressional investigators.
Mexico’s Sheinbaum announces criminal charges request in US over ICE deaths
Mexico has formally requested criminal charges be filed in US courts following the deaths of more than a dozen Mexican citizens during immigration enforcement operations or in custody.
Brazil court bars Bolsonaro’s son from visiting ex-president for 90 days
Brazil’s Supreme Court barred Jair Bolsonaro’s son from visiting his jailed father for 90 days after ruling they violated house arrest terms through a published letter.
UAE condemns Iran’s ‘brazen’ attack on tankers as US launches fresh strikes
The UAE condemned Iran for a missile attack on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz that killed one crew member and wounded eight, as the US launched fresh strikes and announced a naval blockade with a 20% toll.
Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally
Volkswagen’s chief executive confirmed the German automaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally, double its previous target, citing high costs and fierce competition from Chinese rivals.
Bison rams elderly man in Yellowstone, flinging him into the sky
A 65-year-old man was struck and airborne by a 2,000-pound bison at Yellowstone National Park on Friday evening after approaching the animal to photograph it.
Sweden prides itself on equality – so why is its political gender gap growing?
Sweden faces a widening gender gap in voter preferences ahead of its September election, with men favoring right-wing parties and women supporting left-leaning candidates at significantly higher rates.
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