US bombs Iran again as standoff over Strait of Hormuz intensifies

Iranian state media report explosions in port cities of Bandar Abbas, Sirik and Jask, as well as Qeshm Island.

How Putin Turned Japan Into a Den of Spies

Operating out of a Tokyo high-rise, a military intelligence unit finds the high-tech equipment that Russia needs to wage war.

What We Know About Lindsey Graham’s Final Days

Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday night, a day after returning from Ukraine and four months before he was to face re-election.

In Terrifying Seconds, a Bison Charges Campers at Yellowstone

A tourist was hospitalized after a visibly agitated bull bison flipped him about eight feet in the air near a campground road.

What Is an Aortic Dissection?

The condition that killed Senator Lindsey Graham is deadly, sudden and difficult to treat — “like a knife to the back,” one expert said.

After Weeks of Silence, McConnell Says He Is Recovering From a Fall

The Republican senator denied that he had suffered a heart attack and said he had left the hospital and moved to a physical rehabilitation center. He did not give a timetable for returning to Capitol Hill.

Lindsey Graham Was Facing Re-election in November. What Happens Now?

South Carolina law suggests his death triggers an Aug. 11 special Republican primary election, and the state’s governor can appoint a replacement to serve out the rest of his term, through early January.

At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire, Thai authorities say

Firefighters arrived at the scene to find patrons running through blasting flames to escape.

Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov

Vital maritime corridor closes after 90 vessels – including shadow fleet oil tankers – are attacked in under a week

US launches new wave of strikes against Iran as Tehran says diplomacy has proven ‘futile’

American and Iranian forces exchange heavy missile and drone attacks over control of strait of Hormuz, increasing pressure on truce

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How Trump Failed to Secure the Strait of Hormuz in His Iran Deal

President Trump signed an agreement that Iran said gave it control of the waterway — and global energy supplies. Now, Iran’s military is violently asserting authority.

New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain

It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

Elin Hilderbrand on Her Beloved Nantucket ‘Money Pit’

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Our Never-Ending Race to the Bottom

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Trump Mourns Graham as ‘Great Politician’ and ‘Member of the Family’

In an interview on Sunday, President Trump recounted his last conversation with Senator Lindsey Graham, hours before his death. Mr. Graham sounded “perfect,” he said.

‘The trash does not stop’: life among the garbage mountains of the world’s biggest city

Indonesia’s government is grappling with how to manage waste at Bantar Gebang – Jakarta’s largest landfill – which supports the livelihood of thousands of waste pickers

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Sheikh Hamad: The Arab leader who broke Israel’s siege on Gaza

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The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates

The U.S. military has launched several waves of strikes on Iran over Tehran's attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing earlier in the weekend.

Former Spanish PM accused of racism in remarks about French football team

Political leaders in both countries rebuke Mariano Rajoy after he writes team ‘does not have any French players’

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Fire bomber planes battle Fontainebleau forest blaze near Paris

Wildfire quickly burnt more than 800 hectares, with villages evacuated, highway partly closed and high-speed rail disrupted

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The World Is Cutting Ties With America. It’s Already Costing Us.

When other countries cut ties, Americans pay.

US Senator Mitch McConnell says absence due to fall and pneumonia

The veteran Republican says he will not return to work "quite yet", in his first statement following weeks of speculation about his health.

'I passed my grade 8 piano exam with one hand'

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Middle East crisis live: US launches new wave of strikes on Iran; Tehran says attacks render diplomacy ‘futile’

Iran has sought to establish a permanent system for collecting fees in the strait of Hormuz and warned vessels not to sail without its authorisation

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UK couple found burned and semi-conscious in Almería amid Spanish wildfires

Pair airlifted to hospital in two-hour rescue operation after Guardia Civil searched area for survivors

Dog rescued from Ben Nevis suspected to have eaten discarded cannabis

Tokyo the black Labrador collapsed half way up the UK's highest mountain during a hike with her owner.

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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.

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Concern for renewed war in Iran as US attacks military, civilian targets

US military has significantly increased the scale of attacks on Iran in recent days as the Strait of Hormuz standoff boils over.

Mitch McConnell reveals fall led to hospitalization after weeks of silence

Senator says in statement he has undergone battery of tests after weeks of mounting speculation about his health

Sam Neill, star of Jurassic Park films, Peaky Blinders and The Piano, dies aged 78

New Zealand actor built career as dashing romantic leads and charismatic villains across film and television

US bombs Iran for a third time as IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Explosions heard in the port cities of Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Chabahar, Bandar-e Deyr and Asaluyeh as US attacks continue.

Jayson Conner, 48, and Jeffrey Newman, 58, Die; Gave Thousands of Backpacks to Those in Need

The couple, who died within a few days of each other, provided needed supplies, like socks and wet wipes, to people living on New York City’s streets.

Trump’s Posts on Singing Somali Schoolchildren Stir Anger in Minnesota

The state’s large Muslim and Somali communities expressed indignation after the president reposted a video of a kindergarten promotion ceremony, including comments noting the girls were in hijabs.

Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, Dies at 71

Mr. Graham died of a “brief and sudden” illness on Saturday evening, his office said. He served in the Senate for more than two decades.

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Hundreds of thousands of people in Sudan are bracing for their city to be overrun by a militia notorious for committing atrocities.

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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, US launches fresh strikes

The Iranian navy has said it closed the Strait of Hormuz after firing on a vessel transiting an "unapproved route." In response, the US launched a third set of strikes on Iran this week. Follow DW for more.

US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed

Tehran says vessel using unapproved route in strait was struck, drawing strikes from US forces to ‘degrade Iran’s ability to attack civilian mariners’

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White House Directed Patel to Oversee Investigation Involving Times Reporting

The F.B.I. director spent about eight hours at the White House Friday focused on the effort, which led to the subpoenaing of several Times reporters who wrote about the security of Air Force One.

Iran supreme leader calls for revenge for father's killing

Mojtaba Khamenei says vengeance is "inevitable" for the killing, which happened on the first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran.

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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness', his office says

US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it again considers the Strait of Hormuz closed after a vessel using an ‘unauthorized route’ was struck by a warning shot in the critical waterway — potentially further menacing the already tenuous ceasefire agreement with the United States.

Bipartisan Housing Bill Becomes Law Even Though Trump Refuses to Sign It

After a 10-day clock, the housing bill turned into law at midnight without the president’s signature. But his decision not to sign reflects a growing rift between him and Senate Republicans.

Trump Justifies Money Made as President With Inaccurate Claims

President Trump has wrongly attributed the $2 billion windfall he gained during his second term to a hot stock market and claimed that he was the only president to donate his salary.

We’re Living in a Tick Nightmare. It’s Time to Go to War.

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US congressman says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank

Ro Khanna said settlers were armed with US-made weapons and Israel Defense Forces refused to intervene

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy decries housing of weapons in civilian area after Russian strike kills 10

President says tragedy must never be repeated after secondary explosions from strike devastate residential area on Kyiv outskirts. What we know on day 1,600

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Iran attacks five Gulf nations, shuts Hormuz after US bombing: All to know

Tehran hits back at several GCC countries, following the most intense US bombing since an MoU was signed last month.

Iran attacks Gulf countries following fresh US strikes – Middle East crisis live

Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and the UAE reportedly came under attack as Tehran says it is closing Strait of Hormuz

How Marco Rubio Is Running Venezuela From Afar

The secretary of state effectively controls Venezuela’s finances, the distribution of its natural resources and its government. His grip on the country is a vivid manifestation of American power in the Trump era.

Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Ann Widdecombe, police say

A 28-year-old white British national has been arrested in South Yorkshire, police say.

Whistle-Blowers Accuse Kennedy Center of Contracting Flaws Under Trump

Documents submitted to Congress detailed concerns about competitive bidding processes and a White House order to tear up new bathroom tile because of its color.

US Senator Lindsey Graham passes away

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An American Politician Is Blocked by Israeli Settlers in the West Bank

Representative Ro Khanna was barred from leaving for 90 minutes. Where past U.S. leaders toured the region to show support for Israel, today’s Democratic presidential aspirants are going to bolster their credentials as critics.

Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over Air Force One reporting

The reporters received the legal summons after they reported on alleged security issues with the president's new plane, which was gifted by Qatar.

Toronto shooting: two dead and four injured as police search for active shooter

Police in the city in Canada urge public to stay away from Salsa on St Clair festival area

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Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge for father's killing

Iran's supreme leader said Iran "demands" retribution for his father's assassination in an airstrike. Meanwhile, Trump has threatened to "completely decimate" Iran should it attempt to assassinate him. DW has more.

A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old’s death and a family’s search for answers in the Deep South

A week ago, 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells took a boat trip with friends to celebrate the Fourth of July on an island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. He never came back.

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25

South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams has died. He was 25. Adams played for his nation at the World Cup.

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Land sold for Kushner-backed Albania resort suspected of forged deeds

Albanian prosecutors probe forged deeds tied to Kushner resort land as protests over the project intensify.

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Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech

Dieter Schwarz made his fortune from supermarkets, becoming Germany's wealthiest person. Now he wants to take on Google, Microsoft and Amazon and an entire region stands to benefit.

US open to talks but demands Iran state that Strait of Hormuz open for all

US said to be pushing for public statement that Iran will not fire at commercial ships passing through Strait of Hormuz

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Panino police: packed lunch bans enrage Italians at pricey beach clubs

Child who ate smuggled-in homemade sandwich kicks off latest skirmish over private resorts

Man died after twice being told that no ambulance would be sent

Brian Hurton was found dead on his bathroom floor by paramedics, hours after he first called 999 for help.

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Times Journalists Subpoenaed as Trump Escalates Pressure on Media

The Justice Department is seeking to compel testimony from reporters who wrote about the new Air Force One. The Times called the move a “brazen act.”

Royal Rapprochement: Harry and Meghan Pay a Rare Visit to the King and Queen

Friday’s visit to King Charles and Queen Camilla signaled a détente in relations with Prince Harry and his wife, who stepped down from royal duties and moved to the United States in 2020.

A Decorated Historian’s Research Comes Under Fire

Kerri K. Greenidge appeared to lose her professorship at Tufts University after scholars began scrutinizing her 2022 book, “The Grimkes,” which is no longer listed on its publisher’s website.

U.S. Employers Told to Dismiss Thousands of Immigrant Workers

Shifting deadlines are confusing businesses as the end of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and others looms, making them ineligible to live and work in the United States.

Europe considering proposals to allow navigational fees in strait of Hormuz

Plans specify tolls must not be compulsory, as US officials urge Iran to make public statement that strait is open and that shipping can safely pass

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Germany: Bundestag passes controversial healthcare reform

The cost-cutting package has passed Germany's parliament, despite fierce criticism from opposition parties. Elsewhere, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will meet his Slovenian counterpart in Berlin. Follow DW for more.

Prince Harry, Meghan and children visit King and Queen

It is the first time the King has seen his grandchildren Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five, in person in more than four years.

US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open and Tehran won’t attack ships anymore

The U.S. is demanding that Iran make a public statement saying the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships crossing the vital corridor won’t be attacked anymore.

Peter Falconio murder 25 years on: new footage shows dying Australian outback killer’s refusal to reveal body’s location

NT police release body-worn camera vision of Bradley John Murdoch denying knowing where UK backpacker’s body is weeks before his death

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Nepal's farmers start rice season amid harvest fears

Nepalese farmers celebrate the arrival of the monsoon with Asar Pandra, the festival of rice sowing. But this season, below-average rains are expected, and crops may be in danger.

Passenger Is Partly Sucked Through Plane Window but Survives, Reports Say

A 61-year-old man was being treated for friction burns after a window was damaged during a flight from Greece to Germany. The flight was operated by the Ryanair subsidiary Malta Air.

Man 'nearly sucked out of window mid-air' on Ryanair plane, passengers say

Ryanair confirm a passenger was given medical treatment after an incident on a Malta Air flight, which is owned by Ryanair.

When Even the Owners Call it ‘Disaster Mansion’

First-time buyers from the Bay Area won an abandoned house at a Kingston, N.Y., tax auction. Eight years later, they’re still restoring it.

Trump grants Kyiv Patriots licences: What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war?

Kyiv will rush to produce the systems domestically as Russia struggles to defend itself against some Ukrainian attacks.

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Witnesses of ICE Killing in Houston Dispute the Official Account

The agency said a Mexican immigrant driving a van tried to ram agents before they shot him dead. A lawyer for three passengers said that was untrue.

The Beautiful Truth About Helen of Troy

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Federal appeals court upholds Illinois ban on semiautomatic weapons, overturning lower-court ruling

A federal appeals court has upheld an Illinois ban on semiautomatic weapons. The decision Thursday keeps in place a law passed largely in response to a deadly Independence Day parade shooting that killed seven.

Meet the crypto billionaires building a world where money buys you a vote

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Trump, Ending Decades of Protection, Opens Wild Habitats to Drilling and Mining

The rule change ends a safeguard that had been in place for 50 years and could hasten the demise of imperiled animals.

Spain vs Belgium LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal

Live coverage and text updates as Lamine Yamal’s Spain face Belgium for the right to meet France in the semifinals.

US wants Iran to pledge to stop shooting at ships in Strait of Hormuz

Vice-President JD Vance is among US officials expected to take part in negotiations resuming on Saturday in Oman.

Two Days of U.S. Strikes in Iran Signal a Sharp Escalation

U.S. forces hit more than 170 targets, including air defense systems, drone and missile storage sites, and military speedboats.

An Aging Assassin Was Caught by ICE. Will the U.S. Deport Him?

He helped plot a car bombing in Washington that killed two people in 1976. Fifty years later, old government secrets could decide his fate.

Trump Is Promoting ‘Freedom Fuel’ for $3.47 a Gallon. Who’s Behind It?

The president has praised a network of 25 recently rebranded gas stations in the Philadelphia region that have been selling gas for considerably less than the national average.

Passenger partly sucked from Ryanair plane during flight

A man was nearly sucked out the cabin window on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany. An initial loud bang was followed by a desperate rescue effort to save the passenger.

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy creates ‘long-range impact’ command to strike Russian energy sector

New initiative to focus ‘100%’ on damaging Moscow’s ability to wage war; strikes on Kyiv injure six. What we know on day 1,599

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Barcelona’s New Message: ‘Not One Tourist More’

As the commissioner for sustainable tourism, José Antonio Donaire’s job is to diminish the impact of the nearly 16 million annual visitors to the Catalan capital. Here’s what he’s planning.

This Is a Lot More Worrying Than the Supreme Court’s Ruling on Executive Power

The White House is sidestepping Congress to make huge decisions for even the most important private industries.