Leah Bennett
France evacuates over 20,000 as fast‑moving wildfire nears Bordeaux
A large forest fire near Bordeaux forced over 20,000 people to evacuate as firefighters worked to contain the blaze amid strong winds and high temperatures. No casualties have been reported following the fire, which officials believe may have been started by a machine.
Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike as student protests against minister continue
Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk has concluded his 26-day fast, but youth-led protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan continue.
Man Utd transfer news: Eduardo Camavinga valuation revealed amid interest
Manchester United are actively scouting midfield reinforcements, including Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga and several other potential targets. The club is also focused on strengthening their left-back position and monitoring various young prospects.
Trump administration imposes new tariffs on 60 nations over forced labor
The administration is applying a tiered tariff system to pressure global counterparts to adopt stricter forced labor enforcement. This shift marks a strategic move toward long-term trade enforcement under Section 301 of the Trade Act.
Trump ties Saudi nuclear deal to joining Abraham Accords
The U.S.-Saudi nuclear energy agreement is now contingent on the kingdom normalizing diplomatic relations with Israel. The deal faces a 90-day congressional review.
Chayadi Karim: Building a different kind of luxury
Chayadi Karim is steering Invictus Developments toward a pragmatic hospitality model, challenging industry standards with his community-centric Kinn brand.
Prisoner early release scheme paused by Andy Burnham may still go ahead
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has paused the prison early-release scheme to conduct an urgent review, leaving staff and victims' families awaiting a decision.
US carries out 12th night of strikes on Iran as Houthis hit Saudi tanker
U.S. forces have conducted strikes against Iranian military targets following Houthi attacks on Saudi-flagged tankers. The escalation has impacted energy markets, with Brent crude reaching $100 per barrel.
Wildfire spreads near popular French tourist town as thousands are evacuated
A rapidly spreading wildfire in the Gironde department has necessitated the evacuation of more than 10,000 people from coastal towns and resorts.
Houthis Say They Attacked 2 Saudi Oil Tankers In Red Sea As US Strikes Iran
Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for striking two oil tankers in the Red Sea as the U.S. military conducts strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
California advocates push to expand fund for displaced oil and gas workers
Labor leaders and lawmakers are pushing to extend and grow a state fund supporting workers affected by refinery closures and the shift to net-zero energy. The effort aims to provide career stability as thousands of oil and gas jobs face potential elimination.
Zohran Mamdani admits NYC lacks legal authority to arrest Netanyahu
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has formally admitted that New York City cannot execute international arrest warrants, following a legal review of his administration's powers.
U.S. carries out 12th straight night of strikes as threats to oil trade deepen
U.S. forces target Iranian maritime and missile facilities as the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz halts Iraqi production and disrupts commercial shipping.
Houthis claim strike on two Saudi tankers, fire aboard Encelia in Red Sea
Houthi militants claimed strikes against the Saudi-flagged tankers Encelia and Layla following a maritime ban, leading to a rise in Brent crude oil prices.
Heng Jing Ying dies from arterial gas embolism during Pulau Tioman dive
Heng Jing Ying died from an arterial gas embolism after separating from her group during a recreational dive off Pulau Tioman. Police have classified the incident as a sudden death following a post-mortem examination.
Houthi rebels strike Saudi tanker Encelia in Red Sea
Houthi officials claimed responsibility for a missile strike that ignited a fire on the Saudi tanker Encelia. No casualties were reported following the attack.
Trump expands US force deployment as Iran war kills fourth service member
The Pentagon is expanding its war-fighting footprint in the Middle East following the death of a fourth U.S. service member amid nightly strikes against Iran.
US House passes defense bill expanding military tech ties with Israel
The US House passed a $1.15 trillion defense policy bill that includes a contentious provision to establish a US-Israel defense technology cooperation initiative.
France recorded 5,764 excess deaths during its historic June heat wave
France’s public-health agency confirmed a 36% rise in mortality during a late-June heat wave that surpassed the toll of the previous summer. Officials are now calling for stronger heat-risk strategies as extreme temperatures impact the nation.
Trump administration signs commercial nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia
This 123 agreement creates a legal framework for U.S. nuclear power projects in Saudi Arabia, drawing criticism due to concerns over proliferation risks.