Politics ·
Newly released government data reveals that the Trump administration set record numbers for immigrant arrests and deportations in July, apprehending an average of 1,500 people and removing 1,100 people daily.
Business ·
North Americans are bracing for higher prices on paper products after trade negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed, leading Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to announce tariffs of 25% to 50% on nearly 900 American goods starting September 8.
US News ·
Following the prison death of former Illinois sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson, convicted of murdering Sonya Massey, her cousin Sontae Massey stated that Grayson's death does not bring justice, restore Sonya to her children, or provide the accountability her family seeks.
Business ·
The Iranian rial has plummeted to a rate of 2 million rials per single US dollar as citizens struggle to cope with soaring prices driven by sanctions and conflict.
Entertainment ·
Country music icon Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80 surrounded by loved ones following a cancer diagnosis, prompting widespread tributes from major artists and international broadcasters.
World ·
At least eight people have died following severe flash floods in Nepal that damaged roads, energy facilities, and swept through villages. Authorities warn that the total casualty count could rise significantly alongside extensive property losses.
World ·
At least 17 people have been killed after a flash flood swept through Rasuwa, a region north of Kathmandu bordering Tibet, with fears that local villages have been swept away.
Politics ·
Productivity Commission commissioner Angela Jackson has defended an interim report on the GST that called Western Australia's deal a costly mistake, rejecting personal attacks from WA Premier Roger Cook and asserting the body's independence from politics.
World ·
Ukrainian drone attacks killed three people and caused a fire that completely destroyed a Wildberries logistics centre in Tambov, according to local governor Yevgeny Pervyshov.
Politics ·
Reproductive Freedom for All, one of the nation's oldest abortion rights organizations, has endorsed Democratic nominee Troy Jackson in his bid to unseat five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins in Maine.
World ·
Residents of Bezmer, a Bulgarian village, experienced heightened anxiety over fears of becoming an Iranian military target due to the presence of US Air Force refuelling planes. Although the departure of the aircraft has brought a sense of relief to the local population, underlying tensions continue to linger.
Health ·
NPR has published an illustrated comic guide featuring seven evidence-backed lifestyle habits designed to support fertility and increase the chances of getting pregnant for both men and women.
Business ·
Soaring electricity prices driven by constant fan and air conditioner use during summer heat have sparked protests and utility cutoffs. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, residents unable to pay their high power bills are having their electricity shut off.
World ·
A grassroots movement in Ghana is promoting nutritious, climate-resilient local produce over imported Western cuisines, inspiring young culinary professionals to embrace traditional food heritage.
Sports ·
Norwegian club Bodo has secured its return to the Champions League, while Azerbaijan's Sabah knocked out Israeli side Hapoel Beer-Sheva with a late goal in the qualifying round. Elsewhere, Scottish champions Celtic suffered a heavy loss against LASK.
Business ·
Hollywood enjoyed a strong summer box office as moviegoers paid top dollar for premium formats like IMAX, but the industry still faces underlying challenges. Compared to pre-COVID levels, there are currently fewer moviegoers, fewer movie releases, and fewer screens available in theaters.
World ·
A violent gang raid in Haiti has resulted in at least 47 deaths and more than 50 kidnappings, drawing concern from UN Chief Antonio Guterres over the nation's escalating security crisis.
Technology ·
The deployment of self-driving robotaxis on London streets has been delayed due to regulatory and technical hurdles, pushing back initial plans by Uber and Wayve to begin trips later this summer.
World ·
President Trump is leveraging American dominance to challenge both allies and enemies, but nations such as Canada and Iran have found ways to fight back.
World ·
Thousands of people in Japan are participating in a collaborative effort to pull a historic castle back into position.
Politics ·
The sister of US Senator Lindsey Graham is running for election to his seat in the United States Senate.
Sports ·
Former England forward Raheem Sterling faces charges of dangerous driving, possession of nitrous oxide, and failing to provide a specimen following a single-vehicle Lamborghini crash in May.
World ·
Growing doubts surrounding the United States security umbrella are driving new strategic calculations across East Asia, highlighting shifts in the regional order in light of Donald Trump's Korean gambit.
World ·
Far-right Israeli lawmaker Zvi Sukkot has drawn widespread condemnation, including from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after using a sledgehammer to damage a Palestinian memorial.
Crime ·
New South Wales police are searching for suspects after approximately 400,000 juvenile Sydney rock oysters valued at $350,000 were stolen from a farm on Oxley Island.
Sports ·
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the transfer of 23-year-old Algerian left-back Jaouen Hadjam from Swiss champions Young Boys on a five-year contract.
World ·
Al Amin Khalifah Fhimah, a Libyan national who was acquitted following the Lockerbie bombing trial, has died at the age of 70. Libyan Airlines announced his death in a Facebook post, expressing condolences to his family.
World ·
A US Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed in Colorado after making an unplanned landing.
World ·
A spokesperson for the United Nations human rights office has denounced threats from Israel to forcibly evacuate Gaza communities in response to kite-flying.
World ·
Video footage has captured the moment a Palestinian boy was shot during an Israeli raid on a United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) facility in occupied East Jerusalem.