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U.S. disables ship in first blockade enforcement as Iran-U.S. strikes escalate
The U.S. military disabled a ship attempting to breach its reinstated blockade on Iranian ports while conducting multiple waves of strikes on Iranian military targets. Iran retaliated with drone and missile attacks on U.S. allies, escalating tensions as both nations compete for control of the critical Strait of Hormuz shipping lane.
War & ConflictAustralian medical records at risk of dark web sale after major clinic data breach
Partnered Health's cyber-attack exposed sensitive medical records of patients across 21 Australian clinics, with experts warning stolen data could be sold on the dark web where medical information commands premium prices.
Health & MedicineTelstra CEO faces Senate grilling over triple-zero outage as Australia tackles multiple crises
Telstra's chief executive and senior executives will appear before a Senate inquiry tomorrow to explain last week's national triple-zero outage, with investigators examining whether equipment replacement failures caused the service disruption.
Politics & GovernanceOver 500 Rohingya feared dead in two suspected shipwrecks off Myanmar
The UN reports two boats carrying over 500 Rohingya refugees may have capsized off Myanmar since late June, with preliminary information suggesting vessels departed from Rakhine state. The tragedy highlights ongoing maritime dangers faced by displaced communities seeking safety.
World & DiplomacyGovernment brings British Steel under public ownership
The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.
Politics & GovernanceAccionista de Digi vende acciones adicionales en su salida a bolsa
Un accionista de Digi Spain Telecom vende acciones adicionales en su proceso de salida a bolsa, mientras la empresa confía en fuerte demanda a pesar de tensiones geopolíticas.
World & DiplomacyICE arrests 238 immigrants in single-day South Texas operation
ICE's Harlingen field office arrested 238 illegal immigrants in a single-day operation, including convicted gang members and violent offenders, marking a record for targeted arrests in the Rio Grande Valley.
Politics & Governance'Her ear was shattered' - home piercings leading to deformities, says expert
Professional piercers warn that at-home piercing kits sold online are causing permanent ear deformities, infections, and scarring. Industry groups call for bans or age restrictions on kits costing as little as £1.50.
General NewsZelenskyy ousts popular defence minister Fedorov in surprise reshuffle
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy dismissed defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov despite international support, as part of a broader government reshuffle. Fedorov, credited with transforming the ministry and improving battlefield performance, served only six months.
War & ConflictU.S. imposes 25% tariffs on Brazil over unfair trade practices
The U.S. is imposing 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports effective July 22, citing unfair trade practices including lax anti-corruption enforcement and market access barriers, while strategically exempting goods like coffee, beef, and aerospace parts.
Economy & FinanceBrazil Condemns US 25% Tariffs Set to Take Effect Next Week
The Trump administration is imposing 25% tariffs on Brazilian products effective July 22, citing unfair trade practices. Brazil's government has condemned the decision, denying the allegations.
Politics & GovernanceEl campo español atrae a fondos de inversión como alternativa de ahorro
Los fondos de inversión están adquiriendo tierras agrícolas españolas, transformando el campo de un activo familiar tradicional en objeto de especulación financiera.
World & DiplomacyPlayStation abandona los discos físicos: el fin de una era en los videojuegos
Sony descontinúa los discos físicos en PlayStation enfrentando demandas legales por 457 millones de dólares y críticas políticas en España por el fin del formato físico en videojuegos.
World & DiplomacyBrixton market traders bid to block private equity takeover in 'people over profit' fight
Brixton market traders are competing against private equity firms in a £50m bidding process to secure community ownership, fearing corporate gentrification could displace longstanding independent businesses and erase the market's cultural legacy.
BusinessBucharest's Hidden Danger: Tourists Unknowingly Renting in Earthquake-Risk Buildings
Over 200 illegal tourist rentals in Bucharest are located in buildings classified as highest seismic risk, with platforms Airbnb and Booking.com failing to disclose structural dangers to guests.
Weather & DisastersStarmer on final trip to Ukraine as PM pledges UK's 'cast-iron' support
The prime minister will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv later on Thursday.
Politics & GovernanceCan Burnham's Manchester record translate to solving Britain's housing crisis?
BBC Verify has looked at the scale of the housing challenge facing Burnham when he becomes PM.
Politics & GovernanceTrump impone aranceles del 25% a Brasil; Lula activa ley de reciprocidad
Estados Unidos impone aranceles del 25% a productos brasileños por prácticas comerciales consideradas desleales. Brasil responde activando su ley de reciprocidad comercial.
Politics & GovernanceEE.UU. impone arancel del 25% a productos brasileños en nueva ofensiva comercial
El gobierno de Trump anuncia un arancel del 25% sobre productos brasileños, acusando al presidente Lula de no negociar de buena fe. Brasil rechaza la medida como injusta y continúa negociando.
Politics & GovernanceTrump impone arancel del 25% a productos brasileños por prácticas comerciales
El gobierno de Trump anunció un arancel del 25% sobre productos brasileños, citando prácticas comerciales discriminatorias y deforestación ilegal en la Amazonía, aunque excluye carne, café y energía.
Politics & GovernanceMessi leads Argentina past England to World Cup final with late surge
Argentina defeated England in the World Cup semifinal with two late goals led by Lionel Messi, securing a spot in the final and sparking massive celebrations among Argentine fans.
SportsLiberal leadership split on gender quotas as party weighs reform options
Liberal Party leader Angus Taylor rejected gender quotas while deputy Jane Hume and shadow minister Anne Ruston pushed for urgent consideration of diversity measures in a party review.
Politics & GovernanceSouth Korea stocks tumble as central bank raises rates for first time in 3+ years
South Korea's Bank of Korea raised its benchmark interest rate to 2.75% for the first time in over three years, triggering a stock market decline as investors reassess economic conditions.
Economy & FinanceANU student denied exam extension without Gaza death certificates, royal commission hears
An ANU student whose relatives died in Gaza was asked to provide death certificates for an exam extension at a royal commission hearing on antisemitism. The university's acting provost acknowledged the supervisor's response was inappropriate.
War & ConflictWeight loss drugs show promise in reducing binge eating symptoms
UCL-led research finds GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce binge eating symptoms, offering a potential treatment for a condition affecting 17 million people worldwide with limited therapeutic options.
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