Mitch McConnell releases health update, says he is ‘regaining’ strength
The Republican senator has been absent from Congress during a weeks-long hospitalisation, spurring party concern.
US launches new wave of strikes against Iran, aimed at ‘degrading’ military
Sunday's attacks follow three previous days of tit-for-tat strikes between Iran and US as a June ceasefire deal frays.
Detained by settlers, US Democrat Ro Khanna now faces pro-Israel attacks
Progressive congressman accuses Israeli military of 'lying' after settlers held up his van in the occupied West Bank.
Israel releases video of huge detonations in Lebanon
The Israeli military has released video showing huge explosions and detonations in villages in southern Lebanon.
Deadly Israeli strikes pound Gaza
Israel’s military has attacked several places across Gaza.
Israel to hold national elections on October 27, parliament says
Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister, has confirmed that he will run for office again.
Engadget
Summer Games Done Quick once again raises over $2 million for Doctors Without Borders
The annual speedrunning marathon event ran from July 5-11.
Protest on London’s Tower Bridge demands release of Dr Hussam Abu Safia
Pro-Palestine activists unfurled a giant Palestinian flag and a banner on London's Tower Bridge.
Lindsey Graham, hardline backer of US-Israeli wars, dies aged 71
US senator Lindsey Graham, a key ally of Israel and one of Washington’s most prominent foreign policy hawks, has died.
The man who changed the Arab world
Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74.
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Blood Brothers #208: African Islamic empires, Pan-Africanism, and the Maliki madhab
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent British African scholar, author and historian, Shaykh Mustafa Briggs. Top...
Fire engulfs popular Bangkok pub, killing 27 people and injuring 63
Footage shared online by first responders showed a huge blaze raging in the Na Ladprao pub.
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Real Madrid breaks 72-year-old historic World Cup record
Real Madrid has once again solidified its global dominance, this time on the world stage rather than in club competitions. Players from the club have achieved a...
Engadget
What are your plans for AI Appreciation Day?
The best way to celebrate AI Appreciation Day is to not.
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FIFA’s new ‘Mistaken Identity’ law — at the World Cup
The new ‘Mistaken Identity’ rule, introduced by FIFA for the 2026 World Cup, has now been put into practice. Swiss forward Breel Embolo became the first player ...
Sinner beats Zverev to defend Wimbledon men’s singles tennis title
Italy's Jannik Sinner beats Germany's Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7-9) 7-6 (7-2) 6-3 6-4 to claim his fifth Grand Slam.
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WATCH: Israel again mocks concept of ‘ceasefire’ with 4 strikes on Gaza
Israel has again shown its contempt for the very idea of a ceasefire, with at least four murderous airstrikes on Gaza City today. Last week, the occupation murd...
Qatar’s former emir remembered as ‘a man of vision and courage’
US diplomat Adam Ereli remembers Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh as a personable and charismatic leader.
How will Qatar’s Father Emir be remembered?
Former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani has died
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Green Party now leads with voters under 50
Polling from YouGov has shown that the Green Party has a decent lead with voters under 50: 🗳️POLL | Greens lead amongst under 50s 👇 { 18-49 }🟢Grn: 25% ( +14 )🔴L...
Former Spain PM criticised for ‘xenophobic’ remark on French World Cup team
Mariano Rajoy condemned for opinion piece on Spanish website El Debate ahead of World Cup semifinal.
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Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files, China's Tianwen-2 reaches its asteroid target, and more science stories
Catch up on the most interesting science news from the last week.
Iran says almost a dozen ‘enemy projectiles’ targeted Qeshm Island
New explosions have been heard in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island.
Wired
Uber’s Autonomous Vehicle Strategy: Slow Their Adoption
In at least two places, Uber has pushed a policy that could give it an advantage over developers of self-driving cars. The company says it’s fighting monopolies...
Nine dead as Russia and Ukraine trade drone and missile salvos
Ukraine is particularly vulnerable to Russian ballistic missiles due to critical shortage of Patriot munitions.
Iraqi PM to meet US President Trump in Washington to deepen strategic ties
Oil and gas deals are expected to be signed as part of a broader push for economic, trade and investment cooperation.
England vs Argentina: Greatest moments before FIFA World Cup semifinal
England and Argentina renew their longstanding football rivalry with a World Cup final place at stake.
Why the Iran-US ceasefire is falling apart
Iran, US resumed fighting because they don’t see each other as ‘reliable negotiating partners’, says analyst Ali Vaez.
Anti-migrant display set alight in Northern Ireland bonfire
The flags of Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Somalia were draped over a huge bonfire tower before it was set alight.
Some 30 Malian soldiers killed during Anefis retaking, says army chief
General Jean Elysee Dao says 60 others also wounded as army retakes key town after nearly a week of fighting.