US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for death of soldiers
The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran’s capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Merger deal between Paramount and Warner Bros paused by judge
US court temporarily stops Paramount and Warner Bros merging after 12 states launched legal action.
Tate brothers appear in US court for extradition proceedings
They were arrested on Saturday after the UK announced dozens of new charges, including rape and sex trafficking, which they deny.
‘If only people knew what a tick could do’ – the deadly meat allergies caused by tick bites
Mammalian meat allergy is a growing problem along Australia’s east coast – and it’s caused by tick bites.
Yemen’s Houthis announce ‘maritime embargo’ on Saudi Arabia
The Houthis say the embargo begins immediately and is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.
Notorious drug cartel leader Ismael Zambada sentenced to life in US prison
Known as “El Mayo”, the co-founder the Sinaloa Cartel was also ordered to pay $15bn after he admitted to sending vast amounts of drugs to the US.
Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies
Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan dies at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer.
Ten killed as Russian attacks on merchant ships in Black Sea intensify
Russian strikes on the Odesa region have killed 28 people in July alone, local authorities say.
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new overall leader
The Palestinian armed group’s Qatar-based chief negotiator replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in 2024.
‘All I think about is her’: Families demand answers as Nigeria’s boat disasters keep happening
Hundreds of lives are lost each year in Nigeria as a result of boat accidents yet nothing seems to change.


