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Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules

A judge has ruled that a Vermont man who was 17 when he and a friend killed a pair of married Dartmouth College professors 25 years ago will have a chance at parole in about 20 years, when he reaches the age of one of his victims

Man who killed Dartmouth professors at 17 to get a chance at parole in about 20 years, judge rules
Health|Political|Science|World

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency

The aortic tear that likely caused the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham is a medical emergency that can rapidly kill

Aortic tear blamed in Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death is a fast-killing emergency
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

EU imposes sanctions on Russians over human rights and cybercrime

The European Union on Monday broadened sanctions against Russia to include individuals and entities responsible for cybercrime and human rights violations, naming popular social

EU imposes sanctions on Russians over human rights and cybercrime
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

S&P 500 and Nasdaq open lower as Iran tensions jolt sentiment, chip stocks slide

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened lower on Monday, as a fresh escalation between the U.S. and Iran in the Gulf pushed oil prices higher and unsettled investors, while chip stocks

S&P 500 and Nasdaq open lower as Iran tensions jolt sentiment, chip stocks slide
Business|Economy|World

Macron calls go-it-alone defence strategies in Europe an 'absurdity'

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday warned European countries against go-it-alone national defence policies, as governments ramp up military spending

Macron calls go-it-alone defence strategies in Europe an 'absurdity'
Crime|Political|World

UK counter-terrorism police take over investigation into murder of former minister Widdecombe

British counter-terrorism police officers are now leading the investigation into the suspected murder of former British government minister

UK counter-terrorism police take over investigation into murder of former minister Widdecombe
Crime|Political|US|World

US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says

The U.S.

US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme

Bangladesh and the International Monetary Fund have agreed on the broad framework for a new lending programme, with reforms to be introduced gradually to reflect the country's

Bangladesh says IMF agrees phased approach to reforms under new programme
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Ferguson to buy FloWorks from Wynnchurch Capital for $1.6 billion

Plumbing supplies distributor Ferguson Enterprises said on Monday it will buy FloWorks from private equity firm Wynnchurch Capital for about $1.6 billion in cash, strengthening its

Ferguson to buy FloWorks from Wynnchurch Capital for $1.6 billion
Business|Economy|World

U.S. bank regulators warn firms on lending to undocumented workers

Banks should be cautious of lending to people not legally authorized to work in the United States, as their income may be less reliable or they may be

U.S. bank regulators warn firms on lending to undocumented workers
Political|US|World

Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he had recommended Lindsey Graham's sister to fill the late South Carolina senator's seat on an interim basis.

Trump says Lindsey Graham's sister should be interim South Carolina senator
Crime|Political|World

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive

N.J. man says he was almost kicked off plane after flight attendant found shirt offensive
Crime|Technology|World

US citizen is found guilty of helping export tech to Iran in violation of sanctions

A Massachusetts man has been found guilty of conspiring to unlawfully export electronic components to Iran, violating U.S. sanctions

US citizen is found guilty of helping export tech to Iran in violation of sanctions
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"

Firefighter saves man trapped on third floor of burning Lawrence home: "He had smoke coming out all around him"
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris triggers evacuations; 10 still missing in Spanish wildfire

A fire is raging in the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, prompting evacuations and disrupting traffic

Fire in Fontainebleau forest near Paris triggers evacuations; 10 still missing in Spanish wildfire
Arts|Sports|World

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it

Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Hormuz traffic slows to two-month low as renewed US, Iran strikes raise safety risk

The number of tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz fell in the past day to the lowest level in two months, shipping data

Hormuz traffic slows to two-month low as renewed US, Iran strikes raise safety risk
Europe|Sports|World

Former grocery delivery man Joe Dean earns the final spot in British Open

Joe Dean is the last man into the British Open

Former grocery delivery man Joe Dean earns the final spot in British Open
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Regulators issue new guidance on bank lending risk tied to borrowers living illegally in US

The Trump administration is cracking down on banks lending to people living in the U.S. illegally

Regulators issue new guidance on bank lending risk tied to borrowers living illegally in US
Crime|Political|US|World

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week

One person killed in Maine in second fatal ICE-involved shooting in less than a week
Africa|Health|World

Dozens at an Ebola treatment center in Congo strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses

Dozens of workers at an Ebola treatment center in northeast Congo have gone on strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses

Dozens at an Ebola treatment center in Congo strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses
Arts|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal

Trump’s latest leak hunt against The New York Times is deeply personal
Americas|Education|Europe|Travel|World

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students

Portuguese tall ship Sagres brings hundreds of letters to students
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Firefighter’s mother turns heartbreak into healing for grieving mothers three years later

Firefighter’s mother turns heartbreak into healing for grieving mothers three years later

Firefighter’s mother turns heartbreak into healing for grieving mothers three years later
Education|Health|Political|Technology|World

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media

A top European Union official is calling for limits on children using social media

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media
Education|Environment|US|World

Missouri National Guard rescues more than 200 from flooded Camp Taum Sauk

Missouri National Guard rescues more than 200 from flooded Camp Taum Sauk

Missouri National Guard rescues more than 200 from flooded Camp Taum Sauk
Entertainment|Health|US|World

Church where Sen. Lindsey Graham was baptized grieves his death

Church where Sen. Lindsey Graham was baptized grieves his death

Church where Sen. Lindsey Graham was baptized grieves his death
Crime|Political|World

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe

UK counter-terror police lead investigation into suspected murder of former lawmaker Ann Widdecombe
Business|Europe|Political|World

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation

The head of Hungarian opposition party Fidesz's parliamentary group, Gergely Gulyas has resigned, website Telex.hu reported on Monday, citing Gulyas at a briefing.

Hungarian opposition Fidesz's parliamentary group chief resigns over legislation
Crime|Europe|World

UK bans support for two Iranian groups over antisemitic attacks in Britain

Britain banned support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a linked group on Monday following a series of antisemitic attacks, using new

UK bans support for two Iranian groups over antisemitic attacks in Britain
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

SK Hynix plunges after Nasdaq debut as memory chip euphoria cools

SK Hynix's Seoul shares posted their biggest one-day fall in nearly two decades on Monday, tumbling more than 15%, as

SK Hynix plunges after Nasdaq debut as memory chip euphoria cools
Europe|Political|World

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system

The European Union pledged on Monday aid worth €120 million ($137.14 million) to strengthen the air defence system of Moldova.

EU pledges €120 million to help Moldova's air defence system
Americas|Election|World

El Salvador president's party nominates Bukele to seek third term

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has secured the nomination of his ruling Nuevas Ideas party for the 2027 presidential election, the party said

El Salvador president's party nominates Bukele to seek third term
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Global smartphone shipments in second quarter hit lowest in 13 years on memory chip crunch

Global smartphone shipments fell 11% in the second quarter to their lowest level for the period since 2013, as a prolonged memory chip shortage drove up handset prices and dampened

Global smartphone shipments in second quarter hit lowest in 13 years on memory chip crunch
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says

Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be jailed if she returns from self-imposed exile in India, a senior official said on Monday, days after Hasina told

Ousted PM Hasina faces prison on return to Bangladesh, minister says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote

Brazil's economy will keep growing moderately after October's presidential vote, a Reuters poll suggested, with a fall in farm output arising from

Brazil's economy forecast to grow moderately after October presidential vote
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Iraq's prime minister seeks big energy investments on US trip

By Ahmed Rasheed and Muayad Hameed BAGHDAD, July 13 - Iraq's new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi aims to secure major U.S. investment in his country's oil, gas, and power sectors during a visit to the

Iraq's prime minister seeks big energy investments on US trip
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo

President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States was reinstating a naval blockade on Iran and would be reimbursed 20% on all cargo shipped through the

Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo
Business|Economy|Europe|World

Volkswagen CEO flags 50,000 extra job cuts to staff as costs squeezed

Volkswagen may need to cut about 50,000 extra jobs to boost keep up with rivals in an increasingly fierce car market, its CEO told staff in an internal memo,

Volkswagen CEO flags 50,000 extra job cuts to staff as costs squeezed
Europe|Political|World

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up

Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment on Monday to oust President Tamas Sulyok, who Prime Minister Peter Magyar says is a "puppet

Hungary parliament passes law to oust president in Magyar's power shake-up
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

People killed in Bangkok music bar fire were found trapped in windowless bathrooms

Most of the people who were killed in a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar were found trapped in windowless bathrooms where they may have sought to escape the flames that claimed at least 27 lives

People killed in Bangkok music bar fire were found trapped in windowless bathrooms
Environment|Health|Science|World

Planes scoop up water from River Seine in effort to battle wildfire near Paris

Planes scoop up water from River Seine in effort to battle wildfire near Paris

Planes scoop up water from River Seine in effort to battle wildfire near Paris
Asia|Crime|World

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people

A huge fire that engulfed a beer hall in Bangkok overnight has killed at least 27 people and injured dozens more

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people
Americas|Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward

Cubans are living in a state of limbo, and it’s not clear that US military intervention would revitalize the Cuban economy.

Cuba’s future remains in limbo while Trump’s unpredictable foreign policy offers no clear path forward
Americas|Arts|World

For nearly 250 years, the US has had eyes on Latin America – but interventions then looked rather different

Now as then, the US supported forces that wanted to change the political situation in Venezuela.

For nearly 250 years, the US has had eyes on Latin America – but interventions then looked rather different
Sports|World

Police investigate the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams

The death of South Africa soccer player Jayden Adams is under investigation by police

Police investigate the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams
Asia|Economy|Political|World

ASEAN outreach may give Myanmar leaders legitimacy without results

ASEAN's re-engagement with Myanmar runs the risk of providing legitimacy to the military-led government and undermining the regional group's own plan to end violence in the war-

ASEAN outreach may give Myanmar leaders legitimacy without results
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war

The European Commission and more than a dozen countries launched an initiative on Monday to deliver €883.6 million ($1 billion) in aid projects to help Gaza recover from

EU and partners launch $1 billion scheme to help Gaza recover from war
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Crude up, chips down

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Crude oil prices rose on Monday morning after military

Crude up, chips down
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

UK targets Russian cyber networks with new sanctions

Britain on Monday announced a new package of sanctions targeting Russian cyber networks, which it blamed for trying to sow chaos and division across Europe. 

UK targets Russian cyber networks with new sanctions
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

China aims to spur consumption in first five-year blueprint

China will aim for annual retail sales of around 60 trillion yuan ($9 trillion) by 2030 under its first five-year plan focusing on consumption, implying a slowdown in

China aims to spur consumption in first five-year blueprint
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's premier urges 'objective' understanding of the economy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang called on Monday for "a comprehensive and objective understanding" of the current economic situation and for a stronger counter-cyclical

China's premier urges 'objective' understanding of the economy
Business|Environment|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups

The U.S.

Pesticide makers stack wins against US environmental, public health groups
Africa|Crime|World

UK murder suspect bought gun in South Africa, possibly to kill himself, police say

A man arrested in Johannesburg on Friday who is suspected of murdering his wife and two daughters in Britain bought an unlicensed gun, possibly to kill himself, South

UK murder suspect bought gun in South Africa, possibly to kill himself, police say
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

Brazil coffee faces El Niño headwinds, but crops more resilient

El Niño could cut Brazil's expected record harvest by up to a fifth, according to the Brazilian Coffee Industry Association (Abic), as excessive heat

Brazil coffee faces El Niño headwinds, but crops more resilient
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark

Most nights, Frank Alfonso sleeps on the roof to escape the suffocating heat during Havana's increasingly frequent blackouts.

Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark
Arts|Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

'No way out': Survivors describe deadly Bangkok bar inferno

A survivor of the fire at a Bangkok bar that killed at least 27 people on Sunday night described escaping the blaze by seconds after she stepped out for

'No way out': Survivors describe deadly Bangkok bar inferno
Entertainment|Sports|World

Jannik Sinner keeps evolving his game. Just like Federer, Nadal and Djokovic before him

Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon triumph over Alexander Zverev showcased the new variety in his game

Jannik Sinner keeps evolving his game. Just like Federer, Nadal and Djokovic before him
Arts|Business|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

A chance encounter led to one of the largest T. rexes ever found. Now, it could be ‘lost to science’

A chance encounter led to one of the largest T. rexes ever found. Now, it could be ‘lost to science’

A chance encounter led to one of the largest T. rexes ever found. Now, it could be ‘lost to science’
Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign

The European Union and Britain have imposed sanctions on Russian military intelligence officers, hackers and private companies

EU and Britain target Russian intelligence officers over a major cyberspying campaign
Arts|World

VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparks calls for an investigation

VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparks calls for an investigation

VFW cartoon showing veterans facing a firing squad sparks calls for an investigation
Business|Economy|Political|World

An emboldened India holds out for better terms in US trade talks

India and the U.S. did not reach a consensus on a trade agreement in recent talks, with New Delhi

An emboldened India holds out for better terms in US trade talks
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says

By Foo Yun Chee and Bart H.

Children's social media curbs planned across EU, von der Leyen says
Crime|World

‘I’m a dead man walking’: The Ethiopian migrants waiting on Saudi Arabia’s death row

‘I’m a dead man walking’: The Ethiopian migrants waiting on Saudi Arabia’s death row

‘I’m a dead man walking’: The Ethiopian migrants waiting on Saudi Arabia’s death row
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Asian tech firms seeking to follow SK Hynix may find foreign investors more selective

South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix may have had a rousing $26.5 billion U.S. share sale and market debut last week, but that owed

Asian tech firms seeking to follow SK Hynix may find foreign investors more selective
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Global pension funds pull back on FX hedges as dollar woes ease

A solid U.S. dollar rally in 2026, driven by a hawkish Federal Reserve, has found support as global pension funds reverse hedges

Global pension funds pull back on FX hedges as dollar woes ease
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares subdued as oil jumps after US-Iran tensions escalate

European shares were subdued on Monday as investors largely stuck to the sidelines after renewed tensions in the Middle East, while counting

European shares subdued as oil jumps after US-Iran tensions escalate
Africa|Health|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to two more provinces

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two more northeastern provinces, Haut-Uele and Tshopo, the country's public health institute said in its

Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to two more provinces
Education|Health|Science|World

Oxford begins first human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine

The University of Oxford has launched the first human trial of a vaccine against Bundibugyo ebolavirus, seeking to accelerate efforts to combat an outbreak spreading in the

Oxford begins first human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trend funds propped up by gold and silver in June, Societe Generale says 

Trend-following hedge funds edged only slightly into negative territory in June, as trades in gold and silver mostly offset losses in crude oil, coffee

Trend funds propped up by gold and silver in June, Societe Generale says 
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Bank of Canada set to hold rates as a rebound in growth offsets inflation worries

The Bank of Canada is expected to keep its key policy rate unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday, as signs of an easing underlying price pressures give

Bank of Canada set to hold rates as a rebound in growth offsets inflation worries
Political|US|World

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies

Graham and Trump’s unlikely alliance: From opponents to key allies — and golf buddies
Arts|Education|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds that support for Israel is a key component of the religious identity of many Jewish adults ages 45 and older in the United States, but younger Jewish adults are more likely to prioritize other forms of connection, like celebrating Jewish holidays

Support for Israel isn't a high priority for younger Jewish Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan pension pivot seen as a slow burn, not a bond market fire sale

A pivot in Japan's massive retirement assets would likely manifest as a slow redirection of maturing debt rather than a fire sale

Japan pension pivot seen as a slow burn, not a bond market fire sale
Crime|Europe|World

Russia says seizes Western-made, AI-powered drones prepared for attacks in Urals, Far East

Russia's Federal Security Service said on Monday that it had seized Western-made, AI-powered FPV drones that had been dropped onto Russian territory by larger Ukrainian

Russia says seizes Western-made, AI-powered drones prepared for attacks in Urals, Far East
Health|Political|World

Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials

Congo's AFC/M23 rebels have used a small Ebola outbreak in territory they control to showcase their ability to govern, mounting a response largely

Rebels in Congo see Ebola as chance to show governing credentials
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology|World

Stellantis vehicle shipments rise 10% in the second quarter, led by North America

Stellantis said on Monday preliminary second-quarter vehicle shipments rose 10% from a year earlier to nearly 1.6 million units, driven by strong growth in North America,

Stellantis vehicle shipments rise 10% in the second quarter, led by North America
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's GDP growth set to slow, raising expectations for more stimulus

China's economy likely slowed in the second quarter after a solid start to the year, as weak domestic demand offset the boost from resilient exports during a

China's GDP growth set to slow, raising expectations for more stimulus
Asia|Crime|World

Bangkok pub fire kills 27, police investigating possible negligence

An explosive fire at a pub in Thailand's capital Bangkok killed 27 people and injured dozens, officials

Bangkok pub fire kills 27, police investigating possible negligence
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Korean Air Q2 profit falls 34% on higher fuel costs, revenue hits record high

Korean Air Lines reported a 34% drop in second-quarter operating profit on Monday, as surging fuel costs weighed on earnings despite the carrier posting record revenue

Korean Air Q2 profit falls 34% on higher fuel costs, revenue hits record high
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

France set to summon Russian ambassador to Paris over alleged cyberattack campaign

France will summon the Russian ambassador to Paris in the coming days over an alleged cyberhacking campaign that Russia has carried out against European countries including

France set to summon Russian ambassador to Paris over alleged cyberattack campaign
Crime|Sports|US|Videos|World

A timeline of Nolan Wells’ disappearance, death and the unfolding investigation

A timeline of Nolan Wells’ disappearance, death and the unfolding investigation

A timeline of Nolan Wells’ disappearance, death and the unfolding investigation
Asia|Crime|Political|World

S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says

A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison on Monday after finding him guilty of illegally receiving opinion polling services worth

S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says

EU countries have yet to reach agreement on a broad 21st package of sanctions against Russia, but may decide on Monday to add 250 individuals and entities to their Russia sanctions

No EU agreement yet on 21st Russian sanctions package, Kallas says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan has no plans to overhaul pension funds' asset allocation, sources say

Japan has no immediate plans to change target asset allocations of its state pension funds but could work within existing allowable ranges to direct more

Japan has no plans to overhaul pension funds' asset allocation, sources say
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|World

New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies aged 78

New Zealand actor Sam Neill died suddenly on Monday aged 78 after recovering from cancer, his family said in a statement on Monday.

New Zealand actor Sam Neill dies aged 78
Asia|Business|Environment|World

Heavy floods submerge roads, vehicles in northern China

Severe flooding in China's northern Hebei province and northeastern Liaoning province submerged roads and swept away cars, while people swam, paddle-boarded and wake

Heavy floods submerge roads, vehicles in northern China
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil swept along on troubled waters

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

Oil swept along on troubled waters
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|World

Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy

Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of Homer’s “The Odyssey” opens July 17 amid international anticipation and controversy over its casting

Greece awaits Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with anticipation despite casting controversy
Arts|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Is there such a thing as being too old to execute? Aging death row inmates are set to die in Florida

Florida is in the process of executing three of its oldest death row inmates back to back — each one older than the last

Is there such a thing as being too old to execute? Aging death row inmates are set to die in Florida
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed

U.S. and Iranian forces have exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults, with Tehran targeting U.S.

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

China June exports growth set to cool, but AI demand underpins overall strength

China's exports likely grew at a slightly slower but still-solid pace in June, as firms accelerated shipments to the U.S. ahead of possible new tariffs, rode the AI boom,

China June exports growth set to cool, but AI demand underpins overall strength
MidEast|Political|World

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

The US launches more strikes on Iran as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalates
Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World

Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show

European countries reported more than 10,000 excess deaths during the record-breaking heatwave that engulfed the west of the continent in late June,

Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heatwave, data show
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements

By Andrew Gray and Bart H.

EU ministers remain divided over curbing trade with Israeli settlements
Asia|Crime|Entertainment|World

List of some significant fatal fires in Thailand

An explosive fire at a popular pub in Thailand's capital Bangkok has killed 27 people, with another 22 injured in critical condition, officials said on Monday.

List of some significant fatal fires in Thailand
Crime|Political|World

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting

Houston officials call out lack of federal collaboration after fatal ICE shooting
Sports|World

A tossed shoe leads to late ejection and derails Liberty rally in a 93-91 loss to Toronto

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton was tossed from the New York Liberty’s 93-91 loss to Toronto after she threw a shoe that hit Tempo player Marina Mabrey in the back late in the fourth quarter

A tossed shoe leads to late ejection and derails Liberty rally in a 93-91 loss to Toronto
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

China’s 'Green Great Wall' tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over

For half a century, workers in northern China have been using a technique called "straw checkerboards" to combat desertification

China’s 'Green Great Wall' tames desert growth, but scientists warn the fight is not over