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Fontainebleau forest wildfire prompts 900 evacuations near Paris

Fontainebleau forest wildfire prompts 900 evacuations near Paris

Over 800 hectares of the historic Fontainebleau forest have burned as French authorities deploy aerial support to contain the blaze and investigate its origin.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 16:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US launches fresh strikes on Iran, one soldier killed

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, one soldier killed

The U.S. launched airstrikes against over 140 Iranian targets following an attack on a Cyprus-flagged vessel. Iran responded with reported missile strikes across the region.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 15:03 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Zelenskiy dismisses Ukraine's prime minister in cabinet shake-up

Zelenskiy dismisses Ukraine's prime minister in cabinet shake-up

President Zelenskyy is reorganizing his government to address new strategic challenges, including energy infrastructure protection and combatting corruption.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 12:12 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read

US and Iran reach initial agreement to open Strait of Hormuz

The US and Iran have reached an initial agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire amid ongoing military strikes across the Middle East. Mediators from Pakistan, Qatar, and Egypt are continuing efforts to establish a framework for a permanent peace agreement.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 10:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Oil prices surge 5 percent as US and Iran clash over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices surge 5 percent as US and Iran clash over Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices spiked following the collapse of a ceasefire and intensified military strikes between the U.S. and Iran. Tehran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to traffic amid this escalating conflict.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people

Fire breaks out at a pub in Bangkok, killing at least 27 people

At least 27 people were killed after a fire erupted at a Bangkok beer hall, prompting an investigation into potential emergency exit obstructions and materials. Officials are examining the site following reports that smoke emerged from a circuit breaker before the blaze.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 08:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mitch McConnell confirms hospitalization after fall and treatment for pneumonia

Mitch McConnell confirms hospitalization after fall and treatment for pneumonia

Senator Mitch McConnell confirmed that a fall led to his hospitalization for treatment of mild pneumonia and subsequent physical rehabilitation. He intends to continue working on legislative business from the facility while finishing his term.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 07:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US forces launch new strikes on Iran following Strait of Hormuz attacks

US forces launch new strikes on Iran following Strait of Hormuz attacks

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have reached a critical point as U.S. military forces launch extensive strikes against Iranian targets. The escalation follows an attack on a container ship and threatens the future of the interim ceasefire.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 06:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Hormuz standoff deepens

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Hormuz standoff deepens

The United States conducted airstrikes on Iranian military installations after an attack on a container ship. The action has led to retaliatory strikes across several nations in the region.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 04:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read

Bangkok pub fire kills 27 as investigation into causes begins

A fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao pub in Bangkok has resulted in at least 27 deaths and dozens of injuries. Officials are investigating reports that a circuit breaker malfunction preceded an explosion.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 01:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Strait of Hormuz remains open as US and Iran exchange missile strikes

Strait of Hormuz remains open as US and Iran exchange missile strikes

Vessel traffic continues near the Strait of Hormuz despite intense missile and drone strikes between the United States and Iran. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the military confrontation remain uncertain.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people

Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people

A fire at a Bangkok entertainment venue has left at least 27 people dead and more than 60 hospitalized. Officials are investigating reports that a circuit breaker failure sparked the disaster.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf nations after major US assault

Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf nations after major US assault

Following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets, Iran has launched retaliatory attacks against facilities in several Gulf nations. The escalation has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and a breakdown in diplomatic ceasefire efforts.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 20:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran targets multiple Arab nations

US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran targets multiple Arab nations

Following an Iranian attack on a container ship, the US military launched intensive airstrikes, triggering retaliatory missile fire across the Middle East.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 17:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran escalates regional attacks and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran escalates regional attacks and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Tensions have surged in the Persian Gulf as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz and attacks regional targets following a large-scale U.S. military offensive.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 15:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Jude Bellingham pushes back on Thomas Tuchel’s criticism of England victory

Jude Bellingham pushes back on Thomas Tuchel’s criticism of England victory

Jude Bellingham defended England's performance after Thomas Tuchel described the team's display as sloppy, pointing to difficult humidity and heat.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 12:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief and sudden illness

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief and sudden illness

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a fixture of American legislative and foreign policy for over three decades, has passed away at 71. His death leaves a vacancy in the US Senate and triggers procedural requirements for a successor in South Carolina.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 11:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74

Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74

The Amiri Diwan has confirmed the death of Qatar’s former ruler, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who ruled from 1995 until his abdication in 2013.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 10:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US Strikes Iran Over Vessel Hit in Strait of Hormuz, Tehran Responds

US Strikes Iran Over Vessel Hit in Strait of Hormuz, Tehran Responds

The US launched a third round of strikes on Iranian targets after an Iranian attack on a Cyprus-flagged container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran subsequently closed the strait.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 08:15 ·Leah Bennett 5 min read
US demands public Iranian pledge to secure Strait of Hormuz transit

US demands public Iranian pledge to secure Strait of Hormuz transit

The U.S. is pressuring Iran to guarantee toll-free transit through the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of a ceasefire. Tensions remain high as global oil prices surge amid ongoing military and diplomatic friction.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 06:07 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read