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Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing

Mangione was charged in connection with the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York.

US threatens indefinite naval blockade of Iran, eyes lower oil prices

The blockade comes as the US pursues economic pressure on Iran, with Treasury Secretary Bessent stating the administration will apply unprecedented economic tactics against the country.

Record rainfall kills multiple people in Japan, strands thousands

The unprecedented heavy rain caused severe flooding across the country and disrupted transportation, with major disruptions at Tokyo airport.

Wildfires force thousands to evacuate across Europe amid record heat

European countries are battling multiple blazes as record temperatures grip the continent, with authorities arresting hundreds on suspicion of arson in France.

US condemns Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian homes in West Bank

Activists and international pressure are mounting as families remain trapped in the village amid what US officials describe as an act of terror by settlers.

Italian police recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse paintings

The artworks were taken in a three-minute heist from an Italian museum and were worth millions of euros.

NATO jets shoot down drone in Latvian airspace

Latvia blamed the incursion on Russian electromagnetic warfare, marking another breach of the NATO member's airspace.

Zambia suspends vote counting over violence and ballot theft reports

Election officials halted the count following reports of attacks on polling staff and missing ballots during the voting process.

American missionary freed after nine months in Niger captivity

The missionary was kidnapped in October and held for the duration of his captivity before being released, his organization confirmed.

Rescue efforts continue as Colombia earthquake death toll tops 260

The disaster has trapped survivors under rubble in affected areas, with rescuers racing against time as the window for finding people alive narrows.

France's top court blocks Macron's social media ban for under-15s

The constitutional court rejected the government's proposed law restricting social media access for teenagers, citing concerns over its legal basis.

Farage wins Clacton by-election as financial probe resumes

The Reform UK leader defeated Count Binface and other fringe candidates in a race boycotted by major parties, while a standards watchdog investigation into an undeclared gift resumed.

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House ballroom work continue

The request seeks to allow construction to proceed while an appeal is pending.

US allows private firms to conduct cyberattacks on foreign targets

The policy permits private security companies to target overseas cybercriminals without prior government approval, marking a shift in how the US handles cyber threats internationally.

Trump orders Navy to return to steam-powered aircraft carrier launch system

The decision reverses the Navy's shift to the electromagnetic catapult system that had been installed on newer carriers.

Liverpool sells 30% stake to Bezos-backed consortium with control option

The sale valued at £1.65 billion gives the Bezos-backed group an option to eventually become the club's controlling owner, with current owner FSG retaining a stake.

US says dozens of countries enable China's tariff evasion

The White House report claims billions are lost annually as Chinese firms ship goods through third countries to circumvent Trump's tariffs.

Trump imposes up to 100% tariffs on imported drones

The tariffs target heavy drones and those deemed sensitive, triggering gains in domestic drone manufacturers' stock prices.

Selena Gomez accused of fraud over mental health startup

Gomez and her mother face allegations related to their mental health company, which has drawn legal scrutiny.

US retail sales post largest drop in more than a year

The unexpected decline in July retail spending suggests consumer demand may be weakening as households face persistent inflation and higher borrowing costs.

Instagram unveils new wordmark design amid mixed user reactions

Instagram rebranded its logo, and the change has sparked debate over the new visual identity.

Netflix shuts down Oxenfree studio Night School despite solid numbers

The Edmonton-based indie game developer was praised for its financial performance before the streaming company abruptly closed it as part of broader consolidation in its gaming division.

R-rated X-Files director's cut restores Chris Carter's original horror vision

The unreleased cut contains material Carter originally intended but was removed from the theatrical version.

Tiny satellite to study early universe from moon's far side

Scientists are deploying a satellite to the moon's far side to detect faint radio signals from the early universe, shielded from Earth's electromagnetic interference.

British cyclist Finlay Tarling dies in Volta a Portugal accident

The 19-year-old was competing in the Portuguese stage race when the accident occurred.

San Francisco Giants to host 2028 MLB All-Star Game

The Midsummer Classic will return to Oracle Park for the first time since 2007, when the venue last hosted the event.

Man City misses Chelsea deadline to bid for Fernández

Chelsea had set a cutoff date for Manchester City to submit an offer for the Argentine midfielder, which the club chose not to meet.

Arsenal in talks for multiple defensive targets in transfer window

The club is pursuing deals for several players, including discussions with Bayer Leverkusen over defender Jarell Quansah and separate negotiations involving striker Victor Osimhen.

Australian golfer Bang dies of brain haemorrhage aged 18

Bang was an emerging talent on the professional golf circuit who suffered the haemorrhage while in Thailand.

Hasan hits maiden century as Bangladesh takes control of first Test

Tanzid Hasan's hundred has put Bangladesh in a commanding position against Australia in their opening Test match.

Dodgers stand by Diaz after another blown save

The closer has continued to struggle since joining Los Angeles, costing the team in crucial moments.

Skip Bertman, LSU baseball coach with 5 titles, dies at 88

Bertman built the Tigers into a powerhouse program during his tenure at the university and was one of college baseball's most successful coaches.

England's community rugby season start postponed by RFU

SunRisers reach women's Hundred final after beating Brave

The SunRisers advanced to the final of the women's Hundred cricket tournament with a victory over the Brave.