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Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov1
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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

Luke Harding
4 min read
US bombs Iran again as standoff over Strait of Hormuz intensifies2
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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.

At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire, Thai authorities say3
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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.

Dan Sales
2 min read
Lindsey Graham Was Facing Re-election in November. What Happens Now?4
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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.

Former Spanish PM accused of racism in remarks about French football team5
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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’

Sam Jones
Sam Jones
3 min read
‘The trash does not stop’: life among the garbage mountains of the world’s biggest city6
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‘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

US launches new wave of strikes against Iran as Tehran says diplomacy has proven ‘futile’7
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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

What We Know About Lindsey Graham’s Final Days8
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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.

US Senator Mitch McConnell says absence due to fall and pneumonia9
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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.

Ana Faguy
2 min read
Middle East crisis live: US launches new wave of strikes on Iran; Tehran says attacks render diplomacy ‘futile’10
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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

UK couple found burned and semi-conscious in Almería amid Spanish wildfires11
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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

Jessica Murray
2 min read
How Putin Turned Japan Into a Den of Spies12
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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.

After Weeks of Silence, McConnell Says He Is Recovering From a Fall13
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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.

Dog rescued from Ben Nevis suspected to have eaten discarded cannabis14
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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.

BBC News
BBC News
2 min read
Elin Hilderbrand on Her Beloved Nantucket ‘Money Pit’15
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Elin Hilderbrand on Her Beloved Nantucket ‘Money Pit’

Inside the home where the best-selling author has written many of her books — and is secretly working on a new novel.

Detained by settlers, US Democrat Ro Khanna now faces pro-Israel attacks16
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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.

Ali Harb
Ali Harb
4 min read
'I passed my grade 8 piano exam with one hand'17
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'I passed my grade 8 piano exam with one hand'

Freya Terris' achievement has inspired music exam board ABRSM to publish a new syllabus for one hand.

Amy Murray
4 min read
Concern for renewed war in Iran as US attacks military, civilian targets18
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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.

Maziar Motamedi
5 min read
New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain19
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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.

Guy Hedgecoe
6 min read
The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates20
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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.

Jon Gambrell
4 min read
Trump Mourns Graham as ‘Great Politician’ and ‘Member of the Family’21
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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.

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July 12
US bombs Iran for a third time as IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed1
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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.

US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed2
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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’

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, US launches fresh strikes3
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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.

Let’s Name the Country That’s Financing Mass Murder4
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Let’s Name the Country That’s Financing Mass Murder

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

Trump’s Posts on Singing Somali Schoolchildren Stir Anger in Minnesota5
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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.

Iran supreme leader calls for revenge for father's killing6
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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.

Robert Greenall
2 min read
Mick Jagger Knows He May Have Played His Last Rolling Stones Show7
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Mick Jagger Knows He May Have Played His Last Rolling Stones Show

The legendary rock star, now 82, on how fame, touring and aging have changed him.

Jayson Conner, 48, and Jeffrey Newman, 58, Die; Gave Thousands of Backpacks to Those in Need10
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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.

White House Directed Patel to Oversee Investigation Involving Times Reporting11
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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.

US military says it is striking Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz12
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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.

Jon Gambrell
5 min read
Bipartisan Housing Bill Becomes Law Even Though Trump Refuses to Sign It13
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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 Claims14
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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.

Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, Dies at 7115
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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.

We’re Living in a Tick Nightmare. It’s Time to Go to War.16
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We’re Living in a Tick Nightmare. It’s Time to Go to War.

With ticks, we’ve barely begun to fight back. The longer we wait, the more territory they will claim across both our geographic and psychic maps.

US congressman says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank18
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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

Marina Dunbar
Marina Dunbar
4 min read
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy decries housing of weapons in civilian area after Russian strike kills 1019
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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

Iran attacks five Gulf nations, shuts Hormuz after US bombing: All to know20
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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.

Yashraj Sharma
6 min read
Iran attacks Gulf countries following fresh US strikes – Middle East crisis live21
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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 Afar22
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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 say23
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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.

Harry Sekulich
2 min read
Whistle-Blowers Accuse Kennedy Center of Contracting Flaws Under Trump24
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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.

An American Politician Is Blocked by Israeli Settlers in the West Bank25
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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 reporting26
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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.

Ana Faguy
3 min read
Toronto shooting: two dead and four injured as police search for active shooter27
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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

Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge for father's killing29
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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.

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 2530
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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.

AP Staff
AP Staff
2 min read
A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old’s death and a family’s search for answers in the Deep South31
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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.

Michael R. Sisak
8 min read
England vs Norway LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – quarterfinal32
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England vs Norway LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – quarterfinal

Live coverage and text updates as England play Norway in a quarterfinal clash in Miami.

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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, US launches fresh strikes

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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Saturday's Most Read News

July 11
Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech1
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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.

Deutsche Welle
6 min read
US open to talks but demands Iran state that Strait of Hormuz open for all2
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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

Panino police: packed lunch bans enrage Italians at pricey beach clubs3
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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

Angela Giuffrida
6 min read
Man died after twice being told that no ambulance would be sent4
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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.

BBC News
BBC News
4 min read
Times Journalists Subpoenaed as Trump Escalates Pressure on Media5
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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 Queen6
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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 Fire7
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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 Workers8
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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 Hormuz9
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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

Patrick Wintour
Patrick Wintour
6 min read
Germany: Bundestag passes controversial healthcare reform10
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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 Queen11
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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.

Alex Boyd
3 min read
US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open and Tehran won’t attack ships anymore12
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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.

Michelle L. Price
7 min read
Peter Falconio murder 25 years on: new footage shows dying Australian outback killer’s refusal to reveal body’s location13
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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

Passenger Is Partly Sucked Through Plane Window but Survives, Reports Say14
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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 say15
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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.

Jaroslav Lukiv
2 min read
When Even the Owners Call it ‘Disaster Mansion’16
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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.

Witnesses of ICE Killing in Houston Dispute the Official Account17
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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.

Federal appeals court upholds Illinois ban on semiautomatic weapons, overturning lower-court ruling19
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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.

Hallie Golden
3 min read
Meet the crypto billionaires building a world where money buys you a vote20
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Meet the crypto billionaires building a world where money buys you a vote

They think democracy has run its course - so they're setting up their own nations instead.

Matt Shea
8 min read
Trump, Ending Decades of Protection, Opens Wild Habitats to Drilling and Mining21
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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.

Nepal's farmers start rice season amid harvest fears22
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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.

Spain vs Belgium LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal23
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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 Hormuz24
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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.

Ana Faguy
3 min read
Two Days of U.S. Strikes in Iran Signal a Sharp Escalation25
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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?26
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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 flight28
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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.

Richard Connor
2 min read
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy creates ‘long-range impact’ command to strike Russian energy sector29
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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

Barcelona’s New Message: ‘Not One Tourist More’30
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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 Power31
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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.

Trump threatens Iran after chants for his death erupted at Khamenei funeral32
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Trump threatens Iran after chants for his death erupted at Khamenei funeral

US president warns the US will decimate Iran amid alleged assassination plots as regional mediators try to save MoU.

Heba Habib
3 min read
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Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech

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.

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A Decorated Historian’s Research Comes Under Fire

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.

Neil Vigdor
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Germany: Bundestag passes controversial healthcare reform

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.

Felix Tamsut
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Nepal's farmers start rice season amid harvest fears

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.

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Passenger partly sucked from Ryanair plane during flight

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.

Richard Connor 2 min read
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Barcelona’s New Message: ‘Not One Tourist More’

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.

Lisa Abend
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Friday's Most Read News

July 10
How to Stay Safe From the Severe Stomach Bug That’s Going Around1
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How to Stay Safe From the Severe Stomach Bug That’s Going Around

Cyclospora, a parasite that causes intestinal illness, is sickening many people across the United States. Health experts have tips for avoiding infection.

Iran war live: New attacks on Iran as US says talks still on2
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Iran war live: New attacks on Iran as US says talks still on

Washington official says US not behind the latest strikes and that technical talks with Iran continue.

New Air Force One Lacks Defensive Countermeasures of Previous Model, Officials Say3
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New Air Force One Lacks Defensive Countermeasures of Previous Model, Officials Say

Experts said the lack of such capabilities poses a potential risk when the president travels overseas. The White House defended the aircraft’s safety.

Wildfires in southern Spain kill 12 amid soaring temperatures4
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Wildfires in southern Spain kill 12 amid soaring temperatures

Wildfire comes as Spain suffers a heatwave, with scorching temperatures triggering orange weather warnings

Man Killed by Federal Agent in Houston Was Not the Target of ICE Search5
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Man Killed by Federal Agent in Houston Was Not the Target of ICE Search

Officials say agents believed a passenger resembled one suspect, but the encounter quickly escalated into a fatal shooting.

Daphne Caruana Galizia screamed in panic before explosion that killed her, court hears6
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Daphne Caruana Galizia screamed in panic before explosion that killed her, court hears

Businessman stands trial over death of Maltese journalist killed by bomb in her car after she reported on corruption

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US and Iran exchange more attacks across the Mideast, threatening ceasefire deal8
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US and Iran exchange more attacks across the Mideast, threatening ceasefire deal

The United States has launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Gulf countries.

Jon Gambrell
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US and Iran trade most intense strikes since ceasefire extended9
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US and Iran trade most intense strikes since ceasefire extended

At least 17 people killed in Iran in overnight attacks as Trump declares the agreement ‘over’

William Christou
William Christou
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‘A Slow-Rolling Disaster’: Inside the Implosion of the Platner Campaign11
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‘A Slow-Rolling Disaster’: Inside the Implosion of the Platner Campaign

Graham Platner’s bid for the Senate inspired progressive Democrats. But the campaign, which he suspended Wednesday, was messy, disorganized and ultimately doomed by a steady drip of scandal.

Bonnie Tyler, Who Sang ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ Dies at 7512
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Bonnie Tyler, Who Sang ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ Dies at 75

With a voice both weathered and operatic, she minted 1980s pop anthems like “Total Eclipse” and “Holding Out for a Hero.”

Trump grants Kyiv Patriots licences: What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war?13
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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.

Mansur Mirovalev
Mansur Mirovalev
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After Tragedy Struck, He Found His Way to an Unexpected Epilogue in Virginia14
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After Tragedy Struck, He Found His Way to an Unexpected Epilogue in Virginia

Don Schroeder never thought he’d be looking for a condo for just himself. But life doesn’t always follow the path you’ve trodden.

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases15
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Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases

Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection that causes severe diarrhea. Nearly 1,000 people have been diagnosed with cyclospora as of Wednesday, though no deaths have been reported.

Mike Stobbe
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The Zombification of America16
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The Zombification of America

Much of the world feared abandonment by the United States. It’s actually a new beginning.

Accused Charlie Kirk shooter confessed, roommate says in video played in court17
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Accused Charlie Kirk shooter confessed, roommate says in video played in court

The prosecution played an investigative interview with roommate Lance Twiggs and revealed text messages between the two.

Sheila Flynn
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Too Many Books?18
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Too Many Books?

Mendel Uminer faced a crisis when his landlord objected to the 10,000 volumes in his New York studio apartment.

Nato leaders surprised by Turkish president’s gift of guns after summit19
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Nato leaders surprised by Turkish president’s gift of guns after summit

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan presented engraved revolvers – with bullets – to his guests in Ankara, causing security concerns

‘ I’m Worried About Weimar America’20
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‘ I’m Worried About Weimar America’

“It may not be Hitler 2.0. It may not be Stalin 2.0. It might be something all American, but it’s not going to be what we’re used to,” the author Rod Dreher argues.

Monaco bomb mystery deepens as Ukraine’s security services are linked to murder of prime suspect21
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Monaco bomb mystery deepens as Ukraine’s security services are linked to murder of prime suspect

Military intelligence officer admits witnessing killing of woman believed to have left explosive device outside oligarch’s home

Luke Harding
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‘It was back-to-back explosions’: Iranians recall 48 hours of terror after US attack on port cities22
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‘It was back-to-back explosions’: Iranians recall 48 hours of terror after US attack on port cities

Residents in Bandar Abbas and Sirik regions describe communities in fear and ‘feeling abandoned’ after US strikes

Deepa Parent
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Inspector of Buckling Building Cited for Missing Problems at Other Sites23
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Inspector of Buckling Building Cited for Missing Problems at Other Sites

A New York Times review of city records shows that the firm, Domani Inspection Services, was repeatedly accused of breaking New York City rules.

LIVE: France vs Morocco – FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal24
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LIVE: France vs Morocco – FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal

Live coverage, text updates and build-up from our full text commentary stream as Mbappe’s France face Morocco.

Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 7525
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Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced Welsh pop star known for “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75.

Mark Kennedy
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Tanker Attacks Risk Overplaying Iran’s Hand and Reigniting a War26
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Tanker Attacks Risk Overplaying Iran’s Hand and Reigniting a War

Iran’s history shows it is willing to dig in, even when it may suffer big losses.

Bayeux Tapestry delivered to British Museum in dead of night27
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Bayeux Tapestry delivered to British Museum in dead of night

The famous artefact depicting events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England will go on display in September.

Katie Razzall
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Does a Sex Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends.29
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Does a Sex Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends.

The swift exit of Graham Platner from the Maine Senate race followed Eric Swalwell’s similar exit from the California governor’s race, but Republicans have taken a different tack.

Ukrainian agent accused of murdering Monaco bomb suspect changes story31
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Ukrainian agent accused of murdering Monaco bomb suspect changes story

Two men with links to Ukraine's security services are accused of killing Anastasiia Berezovska and dumping her body in woods.

Sarah Rainsford
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Ukraine strikes Russian ships near Crimea, escalating attacks on fuel supplies32
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Ukraine strikes Russian ships near Crimea, escalating attacks on fuel supplies

The attacks appear to be the latest phase of Ukraine's bid to choke off supplies and routes into and out of occupied Crimea.

Ilya Abishev
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The Zombification of America

The Zombification of America

Much of the world feared abandonment by the United States. It’s actually a new beginning.

Stephen Marche
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Too Many Books?

Too Many Books?

Mendel Uminer faced a crisis when his landlord objected to the 10,000 volumes in his New York studio apartment.

Alex Vadukul
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