- Major wildfire breaks out in Alto Garda, evacuations ordered for 200
- Porter Airlines flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seatbelt
- Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general after narrow vote
- Monk arrested for alleged stabbing of two men with box cutter in Cyprus monastery
- German military investigates drone sightings near Mechernich base
- Iran and Oman near agreement on Strait of Hormuz transit deal
- Police advise Bedford residents to stay indoors as search for armed suspect continues
- Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey sign joint defence pact amid Iran’s Hormuz deal updates
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The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general with a narrow 50-49 vote, following a contentious nomination process. Blanche, previously President Trump’s defence lawyer, faced opposition from key senators regarding his association with the Justice Department’s “anti-weaponization” fund and tax immunity provisions related to Trump.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have formalised a historic joint defence pact, committing to mutual support in the event of an attack. Concurrently, Iran reiterated its plans to finalise a deal with Oman to co-manage the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
The Pentagon has revoked Frank Kendall’s eligibility for classified information, accusing the former Air Force Secretary of leaking details regarding Air Force One’s capabilities. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed the action, following concerns raised by media reports about the aircraft’s security features.
US President Donald Trump has confirmed plans for a second state visit to the UK in September, following an invitation from King Charles.
Emmanuel Macron is set to engage in discussions with American officials regarding Ukraine, amidst concerns over perceived leniency toward Russia during previous administrations.
The ongoing market chaos caused by Donald Trump’s tariffs continues to dominate the business newspapers, as do reports about inflation, job risks and a UK-US trade deal that comes at a price. Tech stocks suffered a Wall Street sell-off on Wednesday after Nvidia revealed new US controls on sales to China will wipe billions of dollars from its earnings. The US dollar has continued to weaken for the fifth straight day, amid real fears that the world could start the process of de-dollarisation.
US Students fear Trump crackdown following Harvard University stance against the Trump administration.
Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasised that the pivotal issue in the upcoming Canadian election is determining who is best equipped to engage with U.S. President Donald Trump, suggesting that his experience is crucial amidst rising Canadian nationalism driven by Trump’s trade policies.
Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in Gossip Girl and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, died at the age of 39 due to complications from diabetes.
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