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Trump criticizes NATO support as ridiculous ahead of Ankara summit

Trump criticizes NATO support as ridiculous ahead of Ankara summit

President Trump has renewed his criticism of NATO's funding structure as alliance leaders prepare for a high-stakes summit in Ankara. The administration is reportedly considering major reforms to decision-making processes based on individual member spending.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 13:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus arrested after Empire State Building stunt

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus arrested after Empire State Building stunt

Renowned rooftoppers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov were taken into custody after scaling the Empire State Building to stage an unauthorized marriage proposal.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 12:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral

Supreme leader's body arrives at Tehran religious complex for funeral

Millions are expected to attend the funeral events for Ali Khamenei, who was killed in military strikes. The sequence concludes with a burial on 9 July 2026.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 10:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Venezuelan man rescued from rubble eight days after major earthquakes

Venezuelan man rescued from rubble eight days after major earthquakes

International teams extracted Hernán Alberto Gil Flores from debris in Catia La Mar, offering a rare moment of hope amid a disaster that has claimed thousands of lives.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 07:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv kill 27 and injure 91

Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv kill 27 and injure 91

A massive 11-hour aerial assault on Kyiv has devastated civilian infrastructure and killed 27 people, prompting officials to call for increased air defense.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 03:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mojtaba Khamenei Unlikely to Attend Father’s Funeral Over Security Risks

Mojtaba Khamenei Unlikely to Attend Father’s Funeral Over Security Risks

Security agencies have advised against Mojtaba Khamenei appearing in public, citing significant safety risks following his father's death. His continued absence raises questions about the stability of the leadership transition and his role as the new Supreme Leader.

World ·3 Jul 2026, 00:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Keir Starmer issues state apology for historical forced adoption scandal

Keir Starmer issues state apology for historical forced adoption scandal

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially apologized for the state-facilitated forced adoption of babies between 1949 and 1976. This marks a shift in accountability for systemic failures within public, religious, and health institutions.

News ·2 Jul 2026, 23:12 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran threatens oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz with forceful response

Iran threatens oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz with forceful response

Iran’s joint military command has issued a formal warning to all oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening immediate action against any vessel that fails to follow designated navigation protocols.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 20:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Nine Thai monks killed after 11-year-old boy crashes pickup into group

Nine Thai monks killed after 11-year-old boy crashes pickup into group

An 11-year-old boy driving his parents' pickup truck struck a group of Buddhist monks and lay followers in Mukdahan, resulting in nine deaths. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and addressing questions of parental responsibility.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 19:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Merz unveils major German economic reform package including tax cuts

Merz unveils major German economic reform package including tax cuts

The German government is launching a comprehensive reform strategy to combat stagnation through tax relief, pension system adjustments, and reduced bureaucracy. The plan faces criticism from opposition leaders as the country navigates global trade pressures and high production costs.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 18:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
11-year-old boy kills nine monks after crashing truck in Thailand

11-year-old boy kills nine monks after crashing truck in Thailand

A pilgrimage procession was struck by a pickup truck driven by an 11-year-old boy in Mukdahan province, resulting in nine deaths and multiple injuries. Police are currently investigating the incident.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 17:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Vatican declares SSPX in schism and excommunicates all its members

Vatican declares SSPX in schism and excommunicates all its members

The Vatican issued a decree of excommunication against the Society of St. Pius X following the group's unauthorized ordination of four new bishops in Switzerland. This action invalidates the society's sacraments and formalizes a state of schism with the Roman Catholic Church.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 14:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Eight Thai monks killed after 11-year-old boy drives truck into procession

Eight Thai monks killed after 11-year-old boy drives truck into procession

A boy driving a pickup truck without permission struck a group of 35 monks, resulting in eight deaths and multiple critical injuries. Authorities have seized the vehicle and are investigating the incident.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 13:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Crude oil hits four-month low as US-Iran diplomatic tensions ease

Crude oil hits four-month low as US-Iran diplomatic tensions ease

Global oil prices have retreated to four-month lows following reports of progress in indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran. The decline reflects a reduced risk premium as tensions regarding the Strait of Hormuz show tentative signs of cooling.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 09:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Harry Kane's brace secures England's comeback win over DR Congo

Harry Kane's brace secures England's comeback win over DR Congo

England avoided an upset after Harry Kane's late brace overturned an early deficit against DR Congo. The team now advances to face Mexico in the round of 16.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 03:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Zelenskyy says Ukraine hits a Russian oil refinery for the second time ...

Zelenskyy says Ukraine hits a Russian oil refinery for the second time ...

Ukrainian long-range drone strikes have hit critical Russian oil infrastructure for a second time, triggering flight suspensions and fueling regional shortages.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 02:03 ·Leah Bennett 6 min read
Spain records over 1,000 heat-related deaths during second-hottest June

Spain records over 1,000 heat-related deaths during second-hottest June

Official data confirms Spain’s second-hottest June resulted in 1,029 heat-attributable deaths, driven by an intense five-day heatwave and an African anticyclone.

World ·2 Jul 2026, 01:05 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Empire State Building climbers arrested after proposal stunt on antenna

Empire State Building climbers arrested after proposal stunt on antenna

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus were arrested after an unauthorized climb to the top of the Empire State Building antenna to stage a marriage proposal. The incident has prompted scrutiny regarding the building's security measures and protocols.

World ·1 Jul 2026, 22:54 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Harry Kane's late brilliance saves England from stunning upset against DR Congo

Harry Kane's late brilliance saves England from stunning upset against DR Congo

Captain Harry Kane propelled England into the quarter-finals with two late goals against a resilient DR Congo side. The victory sets up a high-stakes clash against co-hosts Mexico at Estadio Azteca.

News ·1 Jul 2026, 22:54 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
German prosecutors charge Ukrainian national over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

German prosecutors charge Ukrainian national over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

German federal prosecutors have officially filed charges against a Ukrainian national in connection with the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines. This indictment follows an extensive investigation into the underwater explosions that damaged European energy infrastructure.

World ·1 Jul 2026, 21:51 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read